Established in 1974, Aalborg University is a leading Danish university renowned for its unique educational model, Problem-Based Learning (PBL). It has campuses in Aalborg, Esbjerg, and Copenhagen, fostering interdisciplinary and project-oriented learning.
Address: Fredrik Bajers Vej 5, 9220 Aalborg Øst, Denmark
Problem-Based Learning, Engineering, Wireless Communication
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Ecology and Sustainability, Engineering, Project Management, Robotics, Software Engineering, Telecommunications
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
AAU is a member of the European Consortium of Innovative Universities (ECIU) and has extensive collaborations with industry and public sector organizations for project work and research.
Research:
Research is often interdisciplinary and problem-oriented, with internationally recognized groups in areas such as wireless communication, energy, and health science and technology.
Famous Alumnis:
N/A
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
4000
Current students***:
20000
Foreign students***:
10%
Cumulative former students***:
70000
Pros
Its unique Problem-Based Learning (PBL) model provides excellent hands-on experience and teamwork skills. The university also has strong industry collaboration and a high rate of student satisfaction.
Cons
The PBL model, which replaces traditional lectures with group projects, may not be suitable for all learning styles. The university’s main campus is located outside the city center.
Best For
Students who thrive in a collaborative, hands-on, project-based learning environment focused on solving real-world challenges.
- Engineering, Innovation, Problem Solving Techniques, Project Management, Quality Management, Research and Development, Sustainability Practices, Teamwork
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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