About the Expat Partner Programme
Welcome to Aarhus University's Expat Partner Programme!
Joining your partner in a new country can be both exciting and challenging. Aarhus University's Expat Partner Programme offers a wide range of resources, career advisory services, and networking opportunities for the accompanying partners of AU's international staff.
As part of the AU’s International Staff Office’s services, the programme covers all five faculties and AU's locations. The Programme services are available at all stages of your transition, and throughout your partner's employment at AU.
We are looking forward to meeting you!
Programme goals and aims
The Programme's goal is to ensure a smooth transition, help you settle in, and make the most of your time in Denmark, whether your stay is short or long-term
More specifically, the Programme is designed to:
- Support Your Professional and Personal Development: We offer personalised 1:1 sessions tailored to your specific needs
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Foster Social Connections: We organise social events and activities to help you meet fellow expat partners, build friendships, and create strong support networks
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Expand Your Professional Network: Through our network of professionals within the university and the local community, we connect you with potential employers, volunteering opportunities, and industry contacts
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Provide Practical Guidance: We are always happy to answer your questions about life in Denmark, and connect you with relevant resources
Read more about the Expat Partner Programme's services and events
Eligibility/Target Group
The Expat Partner Programme resources and support offers are available to:
- Expat Partners: Accompanying partners of Aarhus University’s international staff* from postdoc level and above
- Repats: Partners of Danish staff who have returned to Denmark for employment* at Aarhus University, from postdoc level and above
*Local employment contract
How to get started
To join the programme, please fill out the EPP registration form.
To make use of our services and activities, we will need information about you (the accompanying partner) and your partner's employment at Aarhus University. We will also need your GDPR consent. Upon receipt of the completed form, we will send you more information about the programme and an invitation to book us for an online or in person Introduction Meeting.
We recommend that you register before arriving in Denmark.
We’re looking forward to meeting you!
