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Herning Campus Guide: Enjoy the close relationship between lecturers and students – and make sure to befriend Heidi

Where do you find the best coffee, the cheapest beers, and the coolest study spaces? Here are some tips from two seasoned students to help you feel at home on AU’s campus in Herning. Be sure to befriend Heidi, keep an eye on the big screen, and check the notices on the bathroom doors.

At AU's campus in Herning, you’ll find both business and engineering degree programmes. The department is called the Department of Business Development and Technology (BTECH) and is part of the faculty Aarhus BSS. The department is based in Birk a couple of kilometres outside Herning. The building was constructed in 1995 and was designed by the Danish architect Henning Larsen. It’s not far from Ingvar Cronhammer’s enormous sculpture called “Elia”. Photo: Anders Trærup, AU Kommunikation

Disclaimer: This text was translated using machine translation / AI and post-edited by Maria Nielsen Pedersen

The guide was first published in 2023.

Ebenezer Fiifi Smith is a fifth-semester business administration student, and Amalie Dalgård Pedersen is on her third semester of the master's degree programme in IT, Communication and Organisation. 

Describe student life on campus

Ebenezer Fiifi: "It's a very tight-knit community. The campus isn’t that big, so we have a strong sense of community, and you quickly get to know people from other programmes. You also get to know the lecturers quite well, and they know us too. That’s something I really like about studying here. I don't live in Herning myself, but some of my friends who live here think it's a pretty nice city. I’ve heard that in Birk (the district where AU Herning is located, ed.) there’s a strong sense of community, where you often meet students from VIA as well.”

Amalie Dalgård Pedersen is on her third semester of the master's degree programme in IT, Communication and Organisation. Photo: Private

Where to find cheap coffee or lunch

Ebenezer Fiifi: "That would probably be in our canteen. It’s pretty much the only place you can buy something around here, and you can get a coffee for 20 kroner. Lunch is also available in the canteen, where you can grab a sandwich for about 25-30 kroner. Otherwise, you’ll have to head into town to find something else. For a budget-friendly lunch, Cozy is a great spot. They offer student discounts, which makes the food even better."

Amalie: "The canteen on campus. There’s not much nearby, so if you haven’t brought anything from home, the canteen on campus is usually your go-to spot for coffee or lunch."

Where to find cheap beer  

Ebenezer Fiifi: "You can definitely find cheap beer at our Friday bar, The Corner of Birk. I think you can get a beer for 10 kroner, although I can’t remember the exact price since I don’t drink alcohol myself. I do know that a soda costs 10 kroner."

Amalie: "Besides the Friday bar, we also have a place called Studenterhuset, which also has a bar. I don’t really drink beer, but they offer cheap drinks at both the Friday bar and Studenterhuset. We use it a lot as a class. Studenterhuset is very cosy, especially when it’s busy. It’s also open to VIA students. The Friday bar is open both Thursday and Friday, and Studenterhuset is also open several days a week. Additionally, we often go to Murphies and Fox and Hounds in Herning." 

Ebenezer Fiifi Smith is a fifth-semester business administration student. Photo: Private

AU – much more than Aarhus!

AU's degree programmes are spread across several campuses in Herning, Emdrup near Copenhagen and Aarhus. In Aarhus, students are located at AU's yellow campus around the University Park, in the Nobel Park, at Katrinebjerg, at NAVITAS, on Fuglesangs Allé, and at AU's new campus, University City. Just outside Aarhus, you’ll find Moesgaard, where anthropology and archaeology are based. This year AU opened a new campus in Viborg.

Where can I find out about events on campus?

Ebenezer Fiifi: "On AU Herning’s Instagram, which I manage myself. It features updates on what's happening, including stories, useful tips and tricks for things to do in Herning, and general campus news. We also have a big screen in the canteen that displays announcements and news. Plus, there’s a new student association called Studieforening AU Herning, which I’d recommend following to stay updated on upcoming events."

Amalie: "We have a huge screen in the canteen where I get a ton of information about campus activities. The bathrooms are also a good place to check - there are always ads and notices about upcoming events on the back of the doors. Otherwise, I use social media, like @AU_herning on Instagram, which provides an overview of the major events."

The best place to read and write

Ebenezer Fiifi: "There are a few good spots. The quiet room at the library is really good for studying. We also have some group study rooms and study cells."

Amalie: "I often use the study cells for group work, but we also frequently use the classrooms. One of the perks of not having a huge campus is that it’s easy to find empty classrooms where you can, for example, practice presentations on the whiteboard. I also use the library in Herning from time to time, especially if I’m meeting up with classmates who live there. The library has a café where you can buy coffee, which is essential for studying."

Don’t miss these events

Ebenezer Fiifi: "I've heard whispers about a big party coming up that you definitely don’t want to miss – it’s going to be awesome. I know it’s set for spring, but the details are still under wraps for now. Another event you shouldn’t miss is the Student Cup Herning, which is taking place on 15 September."

Amalie: "Herning municipality is organising something called the Student Cup in Søndre Anlæg on 15 September, which is open to all students in Herning. You can sign up as a team to compete in various competitions, or just come along to cheer. It’s a great way for all of us studying in Herning to come together, since there are actually quite a few of us here. On 1 September during the orientation week, there’s Freshman Day for all the new students. Additionally, Maker Fest is happening on September 14 and 15."

Your life as a student would not be complete without...

Ebenezer Fiifi: "Your fellow students. My student life wouldn’t be the same without them. It's really great to have them around; we have a lot of fun together."

Amalie: "One thing I really appreciate about Herning Campus is how accessible my lecturers are. Since we’re not a huge group, there’s a strong connection between students and lecturers. Being able to catch your lecturer after class or drop by their office is something I wouldn’t want to miss in my student life."

One final piece of good advice

Ebenezer Fiifi: "We have water dispensers around campus, so rather than buying bottled water, just grab a reusable water bottle and fill it up every day. Also, make sure to become friends with Heidi at the reception – she knows everyone and everything about the school, so it’s definitely worth getting to know her."

Amalie: "Even if you’re commuting from Aarhus, as many people do, I’d recommend making the most of campus and student life. Don’t just treat it as a place where you go for classes – get involved in events and activities. It’s easier to keep your spirits up if you take part in the arranged activities – getting involved helps you feel more connected to your campus."