BiRC VISIT 2025
21 – 23 May 2025
Bioinformatics Research Centre
Congratulations on your acceptance to our MSc in Bioinformatics! We are thrilled that you applied to Aarhus University, and we look forward to welcoming you here this autumn.
To help you get to know the city and our research centre better, we would like to invite you to the Aarhus University BiRC Visit — a three-day event taking place in Aarhus from May 21–23, 2025. This visit is a great opportunity to experience what makes Aarhus University the right choice for your studies.
During your visit, you and the other international EU students will meet some of our staff members and current students. You will also visit a selected partner company, which will introduce you to some of the exciting job opportunities available to both students and graduates from our centre.
We hope you will take advantage of this unique opportunity to get to know more about our us, Aarhus University, and the vibrant city of Aarhus.
Arrival and check-in at hotel Wakeup Aarhus, M.P. Bruuns Gade 27, 8000 Aarhus.
17:30 Welcome – we meet in the hotel bar and walk to dinner together.
18:15 Dinner at Banken Foodhall, Kannikegade 4, Aarhus.
Breakfast at the hotel
08:25 Pick up at hotel
09.00 Visit Aarhus University and the International Centre
Where: Aarhus University, Department of Geoscience, Building 1670, Høegh Guldbergs Gade, Aarhus University
10.15 Walk through the university park
10:45 Visit the Bioinformatics Research Centre, Universitetsbyen 81, 8000 Aarhus
15:00 OWN TIME – we can suggest a coffee at Salling Rooftop, a visit to the Aros Rainbow Panorama, or a rest at the hotel
18:30 Dinner at restaurant Slap Af, Studsgade 8, Aarhus
Breakfast at the hotel
9:45 Pick-up at hotel
10:00 - 12:00 COMPANY VISIT - QIAGEN Aarhus A/S, Kalkværksvej 5,11, Aarhus
12:00 Lunch at QIAGEN
13:30 Walk to Studenterhus Aarhus, Frederik Nielsens Vej 4, 8000 Aarhus
14:00 Career Service programme at AU
15:00 - ? Presentation and hygge-time at Aarhus University's International Student House
Fun and informative visit to the Student House Aarhus! Get to know the other students and experience the vibrant student culture at Aarhus.
Goodbye, and see you in August!
Covered Expenses for Your Visit
Aarhus University (BiRC/MBG) will cover the following expenses related to your visit:
Hotel:
A two-night stay at Wakeup Aarhus (May 21–23) will be booked for you. If you require additional nights, we can assist with the booking, but you will need to cover the extra cost yourself. For questions, please contact Ellen Noer at elno@birc.au.dk.
Transportation:
Travel expenses of up to €150 for economy-class flights, trains, or buses will be reimbursed by Aarhus University. Please arrange your own travel and remember to keep all receipts.
Meals:
Breakfast is included at the hotel. All meals that are part of the official program will be covered by the university.
Reimbursement:
After the event, you will receive a link to a reimbursement portal, where you can upload your receipts and enter your bank details for payment.
If you're arriving by plane, you have three main airport options:
Aarhus Airport, Tirstrup (AAR):
The closest airport to Aarhus, though relatively small with limited connections. Travel time to the city is approximately 45 minutes by bus.
Billund Airport (BLL):
A slightly larger airport with more international connections. The bus ride to Aarhus takes about 1.5 hours.
Copenhagen Airport (CPH):
Denmark’s largest airport, offering a wide range of international flights. From here, you can travel to Aarhus by domestic flight, train, or bus. A domestic flight to Aarhus takes about 40 minutes, but in many cases, the direct train from Copenhagen Airport to Aarhus Central Station (Aarhus H) is more convenient. The train journey takes approximately 3.5 hours.
Trains in Denmark are operated by DSB. Tickets must be purchased before boarding and are available online or from ticket machines at the stations. Be sure to get off at Aarhus H (Aarhus Central Station).
If you prefer traveling by bus, FlixBus offers long-distance routes across Denmark and Europe, including service to Aarhus.
You will stay two nights at Wakeup Aarhus, located on M.P. Bruuns Gade in downtown Aarhus. We will book single rooms with private bathrooms and breakfast included. The hotel is conveniently located within walking distance of both the train station and the central bus terminal.
To reach the Bioinformatics Research Centre (BiRC) at Aarhus University from the city centre, you can:
Use Journey Planner (Rejseplanen) to find public transport options
Or enjoy a pleasant walk, weather permitting
Address:
Aarhus University
Bioinformatics Research Centre/Department of Molecular Biology and Genetics
Universitetsbyen 81, 3rd floor
8000 Aarhus C
