As the only university in Denmark, Aalborg University offers an Arctic Studies specialization track in English as part of the MA Culture, Communication and Globalization program. Since 2014, students can follow courses and write their master's thesis regarding Arctic issues. The modules are predominantly built around themes covered by the research group CIRCLA. Subjects include:
- Climate change, climate adaptation and sustainability
- Culture and rights of Indigenous Peoples
- Colonialism, independence and politics
- Security, geopolitics and globalization
- Tourism, cultural heritage and identity
- Technology, co-creation