Program Overview
The Arctic Studies at Aalborg University is a MA programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Arctic Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across China and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: EUR 5,957 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Aalborg, China
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Arctic Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Cultures and histories of the peoples of the Circumpolar North.
- The Arctic in the Age of Globalization.
- Project oriented course (internship) with an emphasis on one or more dimensions of Arctic Studies. Alternatively, relevant studies in another programme /university with an emphasis on one or more dimensions of Arctic Studies.
- Master\x92s thesis with an emphasis on one or more dimensions of Arctic Studies.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Applicants applying for master\'s programmes at Aalborg University must submit results of an IELTS, TOEFL or Cambridge test with the below mentioned minimum scores:
Danish B level in English compares to:
- IELTS (academic test). Minimum score: 6.5
- TOEFL (paper-based): Minimum score: 560
- TOEFL (internet-based): Minimum score: 88
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency (CPE)
- Certificate in Advanced English (CAE)
- Cambridge First Certificate with the grade B
Danish A level in English compares to:
- IELTS (academic test): Minimum score: 7.0
- TOEFL (paper-based): Minimum score: 600
- TOEFL (internet-based): Minimum score: 100
- Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency (CPE)
- Certificate in Advanced English (CAE) with the grade B
All international students applying to Aalborg University must document English language qualifications comparable to an \'English B level\' in the Danish upper secondary school (minimum average grade 02).
Please note that the master\'s programme Language and International Studies, English at Aalborg University requires that you have a command of the English language equivalent to level A (Danish level) in English. Level A (Danish level) in regards to languages is considered equivalent to level C1 referring to Common European framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 5,957 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: EUR 5,957 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aalborg University directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About Aalborg University
Aalborg University
Aalborg, Denmark
Aalborg University (AAU) is a major public research university in Denmark known for its innovative teaching approach, strong engineering education, and international environment. Offers a wide...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-11-17
- Start Date 2018-02-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months