Aalborg University - AAU vs University of Southern Denmark - SDU vs Zealand Institute of Business and Technology - ZIBAT vs Technical University of Denmark - DTU vs VIA University College - VIA

Side-by-side comparison from 203 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: Technical University of Denmark - DTU (4.50)
Aalborg University - AAU: wins 0/6 categories
University of Southern Denmark - SDU: wins 0/6 categories
Zealand Institute of Business and Technology - ZIBAT: wins 3/6 categories
Technical University of Denmark - DTU: wins 2/6 categories
VIA University College - VIA: wins 1/6 categories
University College Lillebælt - UCL: wins 0/6 categories
KEA Copenhagen School of Design and Technology: wins 0/6 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting
Best programme: Business
Best programme: Marketing Management
Best programme: Civil Engineering
Best programme: Civil Engineering
Best programme: Innovation
Category ratings
Facilities
4.31
4.33
5.00
4.72
4.88
5.00
Not rated
Location
4.28
3.53
5.00
Win
3.81
3.90
4.50
Not rated
Professors
4.33
3.93
5.00
Win
4.50
4.44
4.50
Not rated
Internationality
4.18
4.47
3.00
4.44
4.92
Win
3.50
Not rated
Student life
4.26
4.00
4.00
4.41
Win
3.84
4.00
Not rated
Value
4.18
4.00
4.00
4.72
Win
4.24
3.50
Not rated
Accommodation
4.10
4.07
5.00
Win
4.06
3.86
4.00
Not rated
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers
  • +Inclusive and welcoming environment
  • +Research opportunities and guidance
  • +Collaborative, interactive, student-centered learning
  • +Strong academic focus with practical application
  • +Welcoming international environment and student support
  • +Practical, business-oriented learning
  • +Supportive teaching and staff
  • +Real-world application and skill development
  • +Interactive and practical learning with helpful lecturers
  • +Supportive and inclusive community with diverse student life
  • +International environment and a wide course selection
  • +Practical, real-world focused education
  • +Supportive and approachable teachers
  • +Organized learning environment and resources
  • +Transformative learning & skill development
  • +Challenging and growth-oriented environment

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Cons
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.
  • -Inefficient administrative and management systems cause significant frustration.
  • -A lack of necessary resources and support hinders academic progress.
  • -Outdated facilities and uninspired teaching methods are disliked.
  • -Students feel management is out of touch with their needs.
  • -Exam formats and reliance on peer feedback are frustrating.
  • -Administrative and management issues cause frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and technology hinder learning.
  • -Course content is often irrelevant or not current.
  • -Administrative and management issues are a frequent complaint.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are consistently mentioned.
  • -Lack of clear communication and support from staff is a recurring problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues, including inconsistent teaching quality and lack of student attention.
  • -Outdated facilities and course material requiring reorganization.
  • -Lack of feedback on exams and unclear grading policies.
  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a consistent problem.
  • -Administrative and management issues, including poor communication and disorganization, cause frustration.
  • -Lack of resources and support, such as insufficient staff and limited access to necessary materials, are frequently cited.

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Rating summary
What students say

Across various metrics, this institution demonstrates a solid overall performance. Its highest-rated categories include Professors (4.33) and Facilities (4.31), indicating strengths in these core academic and infrastructural aspects. While still favorable, Accommodation (4.10) received the lowest score among the surveyed areas, suggesting it could be an area for further development. The university also received strong marks for Location, Student Life, Internationality, and Value, all falling between 4.18 and 4.28.

Internationality emerges as the highest-rated aspect of the university experience. Facilities and Student Life also received strong scores. Conversely, Location garnered the lowest rating. Accommodation, Value, and Professors were rated well but fell below the top-performing areas. The overall impression is a positive one, with international students particularly finding the environment commendable.

With a near-perfect score of 5 across most metrics, this institution excels in its facilities, professors, location, and accommodation. Student life and value for money also receive positive marks, scoring a 4. The primary area for improvement lies in its internationality, which is rated a 3, suggesting opportunities to enhance global engagement and diversity.

This institution receives exceptionally high marks for its **Facilities** and **Value**, both scoring a near-perfect 4.72. **Student Life** and **Internationality** also stand out with strong ratings around 4.4. **Professors** are well-regarded at 4.5. **Accomodation** fares decently at 4.06. The **Location** is the weakest area, receiving the lowest score of 3.81.

Exhibiting exceptional strengths in Internationality (4.92) and Facilities (4.88), this institution receives very high marks in these areas. Professors are also well-regarded at 4.44. Conversely, Student Life (3.84) and Location (3.9) represent the weaker aspects of the university experience, though accommodations (3.86) are only slightly above this. Value is rated a solid 4.24.

This institution excels in its facilities, earning a perfect score. Professors and location are also highly regarded, both receiving 4.5 out of 5. Student life and accommodation are rated well at 4. The university's weakest areas lie in its internationality and value, with both scoring 3.5, indicating room for improvement in these aspects.

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Reviews summary
Highlights

With a ~100% positive sentiment from 42 reviews, students highlight dedicated teachers, engaging courses, and excellent research opportunities. The university is praised for its inclusive and welcoming environment for international students.

With a 4.16/5 average, ~94.7% of reviews are positive, highlighting strong academic programs and a supportive, international environment. A small minority (~5.3%) expressed concerns about out-of-touch management and exam structures.

All three reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Students highlight practical skills, strong teachers with business backgrounds, and good learning environments, particularly in international commerce and marketing.

All 20 reviews are positive, with an average rating of 4.45/5. Students praise the interactive learning, supportive atmosphere, and diverse international community. They also highlight engaging subjects and good student life opportunities.

With a 4.08 average rating from 119 reviews, ~74% are positive, praising organized schedules, helpful teachers, and practical learning. Negative feedback is minimal (~4.2%) and briefly mentions program variability and limited student attention.

With a 4/5 average rating, the university is highly regarded. Approximately 50% of feedback is positive, highlighting transformative learning experiences and skill acquisition. No negative reviews were submitted.

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Rating distribution
5★
31%
39%
0%
45%
33%
50%
0%
4★
67%
50%
100%
55%
48%
0%
0%
3★
2%
11%
0%
0%
15%
50%
0%
2★
0%
6%
0%
0%
3%
0%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
0%
1%
0%
0%
Most useful review
Most liked
Master degree 2008-2010

I studied my master degree at Aalborg University from 2008-2010. It was the first time my master degree was offered and as always; a new education can struggle to find its feet. So it was very broad topics with the notice; that you could become anything you liked. I had to find my own path in this, but I like the fact that you are able to impact and create your own expertise within a broad field through the semester Projects and problem-based learning. It wasn't as hard as I had imagined (coming from a different type of education). I liked the freedom and requirement of independence that the program offered. I had a good experience; I know that program I studied have developed a lot since then and I think it has been for the better; some of the structure and topics we lacked are now a part of the program.

Great learning atmosphere and student culture

I was studying Engineering, Innovation & Business at the Sonderborg campus in the south of Denmark. The campus is a smaller one, but definitely one of the more beautiful ones. The building is placed right next to the water and inside you have the library with real trees and many opportunities to sit down and relax with friends on couches. The teachers are all very friendly and supportive. They know you by your name and their office is always open for you if you have any questions or need help (either academically, professionally or even personally). The student culture is great as well and you really get a sense of belonging to the community through the student bar, which is run voluntarily by the students and also through other student clubs and meetups. The difficulty of studying is fair. I would say it is a little bit easier compared to other European countries, but this also highly depends on the student. In general, however, I felt less pressure to study than in other universities.

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Learning in a conducive environment

Forget stuffy lectures and textbook-only learning! At DTU, you're thrown headfirst into real-world challenges. Professors are industry veterans, not just academics, and they bring their practical experience into the classroom. You'll be building prototypes, collaborating on projects with companies, and even testing your ideas in the field. By the time you graduate, you won't just have a degree, you'll have a portfolio of real-world experience that makes the transition from student to professional seamless.

Marketing Management Student

I believe VIA UC gives really good opportunities to develop within a specific field. I can talk from my experience being a Marketing Management student. The study model is comprehensive with internship possibilities to gain practical knowledge about the subject. I enjoy learning environment as well as lecturers, who can be successful entrepreneurs/experts in their field. The focus is based on group work as well as problem-solving cases. Campus Horsens offers a wide range of places to study, library, gym, and several organisations as AIESEC or student council DSR, that offer extracurricular opportunities. The attached Vitus Bering Innovation Park gives an insight into a business environment which encourages students to participate in innovative challenges or offers support with developing own businesses.

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