Aalborg University - AAU vs University of Southern Denmark - SDU vs Aarhus University - AU vs VIA University College - VIA vs Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College

Side-by-side comparison from 258 verified student reviews. Scan one row at a time — winners are highlighted

Quick verdict
Higher overall rating: University of Southern Denmark - SDU (4.40)
Aalborg University - AAU: wins 1/7 categories
University of Southern Denmark - SDU: wins 0/7 categories
Aarhus University - AU: wins 0/7 categories
VIA University College - VIA: wins 2/7 categories
Niels Brock Copenhagen Business College: wins 0/7 categories
Copenhagen Business Academy: wins 2/7 categories
University College Lillebælt - UCL: wins 2/7 categories
Comparing
Best programme: Accounting
Best programme: Business
Best programme: Business Information Systems
Best programme: Civil Engineering
Best programme: Internation Sales and Marketing
Best programme: Innovation
Category ratings
Facilities
4.31
4.38
4.22
4.88
Not rated
4.33
5.00
Win
Location
4.28
3.56
4.14
3.90
Not rated
5.00
Win
4.50
Professors
4.33
4.00
4.30
4.44
Not rated
3.67
4.50
Win
Internationality
4.18
4.50
4.03
4.92
Win
Not rated
4.67
3.50
Student life
4.26
4.06
3.85
3.84
Not rated
4.33
Win
4.00
Value
4.18
4.06
4.18
4.24
Win
Not rated
3.33
3.50
Accommodation
4.10
Win
4.00
3.94
3.86
Not rated
3.67
4.00
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • +Knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers
  • +Inclusive and welcoming environment
  • +Research opportunities and guidance
  • +Project-based learning and practical application
  • +Teaching critical thinking and frontier technology
  • +Supportive and welcoming international environment
  • +Approachable and knowledgeable lecturers
  • +Supportive learning environment and community
  • +Convenient location and urban setting
  • +Practical, real-world focused education
  • +Supportive and approachable teachers
  • +Organized learning environment and resources

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  • +Supportive and responsive teachers who guide learning
  • +Development of independent and resourceful learning skills
  • +Real-world company projects and teamwork focus
  • +Transformative learning & skill development
  • +Challenging and growth-oriented environment
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  • -Outdated facilities and poor maintenance are a recurring problem.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.
  • -Administrative and management issues
  • -Outdated facilities
  • -Unsuitable teaching and examination methods
  • -Administrative and management issues create significant frustration.
  • -Outdated facilities and resources hinder the learning experience.
  • -The academic environment and faculty engagement are disappointing.
  • -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.

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  • -Academic content is superficial and unclearly explained.
  • -Teachers can be rude, unprofessional, and unclear.
  • -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.
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.

This institution demonstrates significant strengths in **Internationality**, achieving a score of 4.5, and in its **Facilities**, rated at 4.375. Conversely, **Location** emerged as the weakest area, with a rating of 3.5625. Other aspects like Professors, Student Life, Accommodation, and Value received solid scores in the 4.0 range, indicating a generally positive experience across multiple domains.

Overall, this institution receives positive evaluations across multiple aspects. The strongest areas are its **Professors** (4.30) and **Facilities** (4.22), indicating excellent academic and resource provisions. **Location** (4.14) and **Value** (4.18) are also highly rated. **Student Life** (3.85) emerges as the comparatively weakest area, though still a respectable score, with **Accomodation** (3.94) and **Internationality** (4.03) performing moderately well.

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.

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This institution excels in its **location**, receiving a perfect score, and boasts impressive ratings for **internationality** and **facilities** alike. Student life also scores highly, indicating a vibrant campus experience. Conversely, **value** for money and the quality of **professors** and **accommodation** are areas that could see improvement, though still receiving moderate ratings.

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.

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.

SDU receives overwhelmingly positive feedback (over 80%) for its project-based and practical learning approach. A small portion (~5%) of reviews mention management being out of touch with students.

~99% of reviews are positive, highlighting flexible classes, urban settings, and approachable, knowledgeable lecturers. A small amount of negative feedback exists, with approximately 1% expressing regret about their experience.

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.

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With an average rating of 4/5, ~75% of reviews are positive, highlighting inspiring missions, responsive teachers, and practical company work. ~25% of feedback mentioned a desire for a more in-depth academic experience and clearer teaching.

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.

Rating distribution
5★
31%
42%
29%
33%
0%
50%
50%
4★
67%
47%
64%
48%
0%
25%
0%
3★
2%
11%
5%
15%
0%
0%
50%
2★
0%
5%
1%
3%
0%
25%
0%
1★
0%
0%
0%
1%
0%
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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.

High level of students, but too academic-focused (theoretical)

The MSc in Finance programme is one of the toughest of the Business School, therefore, it is a high level programme due to the level of the admitted students and the work required. However, I think the course is way too academic-focused (theoretical rather than practical). I like the competitiveness of the programme and of the students. I would definitely recommend it to a European friend (it is free tuition for EU citizens) but perhaps not for a non-European friend. The campus is small and rather old, but good enough to do all student-related tasks. The night life in Aarhus can be quite nice, it is a very young city where 15% of the city are students or young adults. I think the Career Services could play a bigger role and have more on campus recruiting as Aarhus is a leading university in Denmark.

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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