Program Overview

Introduction to the Bachelor's Program in Education Science

The Bachelor's program in Education Science at Aarhus University provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the education sector and lifelong learning in society. Education Science deals with theories and methods based on current education research and various perspectives on education.

Everyday Life as an Education Science Student

On the Education Science program, you will meet dedicated teachers and fellow students. You will attend lectures, seminars, and group teaching, where you will work on practical exercises, hold presentations, and complete projects with your study group. You will study how politics, economics, psychology, digitalization, sustainability, and diversity are crucial for understanding and changing trends in education and learning.

Future Education

The Education Science program gives you a broad overview of the education field. You will gain insight into the role of learning, education, and pedagogy in schools, educational institutions, companies, and political organizations, as well as how these areas are interconnected in modern times.

Career Opportunities

With a Bachelor's degree in Education Science, you can pursue further studies on a range of Master's programs, such as the Master's program in Education Science, which can lead to job opportunities in areas like competence development, project management, governance, analysis, and communication. You can work in both the public and private sectors, including ministries, boards, municipalities, educational institutions, non-profit organizations, and private companies.

U-days 2026 - Open House in February

We look forward to seeing you at U-days 2026 on February 19, 20, and 21. During U-days, you can meet us on campus at Aarhus University and online. Prepare yourself in advance and get the most out of the days - or go directly to the program for the education.

Admission Requirements

All applicants, both in quota 1 and quota 2, must meet the following admission requirements for Education Science:

• Admission-giving examination: You must have passed an admission-giving examination.
• Specific admission requirements: You must have passed the following specific admission requirements:
  • Danish A
  • English B
  • History B or History of Ideas B or Social Studies B or Contemporary History B

If you lack one or more subject levels, you have the opportunity to supplement.

• Grade requirement of at least 6.0 in quota 1: You must have an average of at least 6.0 in your admission-giving examination when applying in quota 1.

Study Structure

The study program for the Bachelor's program in Education Science can be found on the university's website, where you can find more information about the individual courses, the structure of the study, and the requirements that are made of you as a student.

Language of Instruction

The education is approved with Danish as the language of instruction. The language of instruction is the language that is primarily used in the education. Aarhus University has an international research environment and attracts skilled researchers from all over the world, so you should be aware that parts of the teaching may be in English, and that there will often be teaching materials in English.

Study Life in Aarhus

When you study Education Science in Aarhus, you step into the vibrant student life in the university city. With a base in the Nobelparken, you get access to modern study facilities that invite you to delve deeper. You also become part of a large study environment that spans many fields of study.

Study Life in Emdrup (Copenhagen)

When you study Education Science in Emdrup, you step into a green oasis just 15 minutes from Copenhagen Central Station. The beautiful old buildings house modern study facilities that invite you to delve deeper.

Meet Three Graduated Candidates

• Joachim Sloth Larsen, Special Consultant at the Greenland Self-Government, Department of Education, Culture, Sports, and Church.
• Ann-Katrine Schepler, Learning & Implementation Consultant at Learningbank.
• Cathrine Curting, HR and Education Consultant at Kongsvang.

Career

As a graduate of the Bachelor's program in Education Science, you can work with competence development, project management, governance, analysis, and communication. You can be employed in positions such as full-time employee, consultant, or coordinator.

Further Education

The Bachelor's program in Education Science provides the opportunity to pursue further studies on selected Master's programs, such as the Master's program in Education Science, which can lead to job opportunities in areas like competence development, project management, governance, analysis, and communication.

Karriere Catalog

You can find more information about possible jobs and employers with a Master's degree in Education Science in the Karriere Catalog Arts.