Lund University

Sweden Sweden

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THE World Ranking: 106

Overview

Overview

Lund University (LU) was set up in 1666 and is the most popular place for international students to study in Sweden. It has about 41,000 students and more than 8,400 staff. There are three campuses, which can be found in Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö.

 

LU has partner universities in 70 countries and 90 per cent of Swedish people speak fluent English. 18 per cent of students here come from other countries, so there’s also a large international student community at LU. To study at LU, all students must have finished their secondary education. In India, for example, this would mean having finished twelve years of education.

 

Lund is one of the most popular cities for students in Sweden. The university offers a wide range of programmes, including nine undergraduate courses and 150 postgraduate courses taught in English. If students can understand Swedish to a certain level, they can apply for one of 150 undergraduate and postgraduate courses taught in Swedish.

 

LU has a strong focus on research and teaching its students about the newest ideas. Almost 60 per cent of the university’s budget is spent on research as it cares about discovering new information and solving problems across the world.

 

The city of Lund was voted as Sweden’s best student city in 2022. It was also a global winner in the One Planet City Challenge by the World Wildlife Foundation. It is one of the top ten countries in the world in terms of how many people speak English as a second language.

 

In 2021, LU gave out more than SEK 19 million in scholarships. Currently, there are 15 scholarship programmes for potential new students. The University Library is a public research library with a large collection of books. Some are over 2,000 years old and cover a huge range of topics.

 

To find somewhere to live in Lund, Malmö or Helsingborg, most international students apply through LU Accommodation. It’s also smart to apply through other accommodation agencies to ensure students find a home.

 

The university’s International Desk helps international students with lots of academic and practical things. The desk arranges Arrival Day and Orientation Weeks for new international students. It also organises different social activities throughout the year, giving students plenty of chances to meet new people.

 

The Alumni Network has more than 43,000 members. It’s a professional and social network for anyone that studied at LU, which helps students build connections and career opportunities across the world.

 

Find out more about studying at LU:

 

Teaching quality

Entry requirements

Scholarships & funding

University structure

Facilities

Student support

Graduate outcomes

 

Teaching quality

Sweden is one of the best countries in the world for higher education. It is where one of the highest academic honours, the Nobel Prize, was set up in 1901.

 

At LU, students will get plenty of time with their tutors and lecturers. The staff-to-student ratio here is just over 11:1, allowing everyone to get to know each other and ask for help whenever they need it.

 

Each course focuses on building critical thinking, research skills, leadership, and group work to make sure students are ready for whatever career path they choose. International guest speakers from business, government, NGOs, and research organisations are regularly invited into the classroom.

 

Lund University is home to students from over 130 countries. As a result, students can learn about many different cultures and get the chance to make connections from all over the world.

 

Sunet Survey is a tool used at Lund University for online surveys to find out how happy students are with the quality of teaching. Many of the teaching staff have won awards, including Mats Urde, who was named ‘Outstanding Case Teacher’ in 2021 for his work creating case studies.

 

Lund University aims to be an attractive university for all students and researchers. It was given the EU’s certification for HR Excellence in Research – a mark of a responsible and professional university.

 

Entry requirements

To be accepted onto an undergraduate course, students must have finished their secondary education in their home country. This could mean having a high school diploma or finishing 12 years of education. Each course has slightly different requirements, so it’s best for students to check their chosen course before applying.  

 

For postgraduate courses, students must:

 

  • Have finished a bachelor’s degree from an internationally recognised university
  • Show proficiency in English using an internationally recognised test, e.g. TOEFL or IELTS

 

Students should also check their specific course before applying. Some master’s courses may ask for your work history, or a portfolio of your research or work.

 

English Score Required

Most LU programmes and courses need students to show they have English 6 (advanced level) language proficiency. This is the same as IELTS 6.5 (with no section less than 5.5) or TOEFL 90. Applicants must check the programme or course requirements, as some programmes need students to have a higher English proficiency score.

 

Admission

Students need to apply to LU online. The university uses an application system that’s run by the national university admissions group, which is only open at certain times of the year. Students will need to submit certain documents depending on which country they’re applying from.

 

Some degree programmes will ask potential students to come for an interview (online or in person). They might also have to sit an admissions test, submit a portfolio, or share evidence of relevant work experience.

 

If students would like to become a researcher, bachelor’s and master’s programmes will set them on the right career path. LU offers more than 130 master’s degree programmes, taught in English, across a wide range of subjects. LU offers nine bachelor's degree programmes taught in English.

 

Scholarships & funding

In 2021, LU gave out more than SEK 19 million in scholarships. For the next academic year, there are 15 scholarship programmes for potential new students. Some are aimed at particular subjects, and others support students coming from particular countries.

 

External scholarships are offered by private companies or foundations, such as the Google Europe Scholarship for Students with Disabilities. They’re usually advertised at the beginning of the semester. Generally, they’re given to students who achieve great results or show they’re really committed to their studies. Others support students who have health or financial problems, or who come from certain countries.

 

Some faculties and schools have their own scholarships. These include the Faculty of Medicine, the School of Economics and Management and the Academy of Music. There are also scholarships given out by student organisations.

 

The External Relations team manages scholarships for Erasmus+, Nordplus and more. You can find more information on the scholarships for exchange website.

 

Students can apply for a Nordplus or Erasmus+ grant. This will cover the extra costs of studying abroad. Students must have been nominated for exchange studies through Lund University’s central exchange programme or their department or faculty.

 

Finally, the Lund University Hardship Scholarship can be given to students who are struggling with money. LU gives this to students who are in the final year of their studies first, to help them finish their course.

 

University structure

LU has nine faculties and several research institutes, centres, and facilities, which work across many different areas. There are three campuses in the cities of Lund, Helsingborg, and Malmö. All campus areas are in south Sweden and Lund is just a 40-minute drive from the capital of Denmark, Copenhagen.

Here are the nine faculties at LU.

 

  • Faculty of Engineering
  • Faculty of Fine and Performing Arts
  • Faculties of Humanities and Theology
  • Faculty of Law
  • Faculty of Medicine
  • Faculty of Science
  • Faculty of Social Sciences
  • School of Economics and Management

 

Facilities

LU’s historic buildings are beautiful, and some were built in the 16th century. Universitetshuset is LU’s main building, which opened in 1882. It’s where the grand University Assembly Hall is, which hosts the university’s professorial ceremonies, and the office of the Vice Chancellor.

 

The Centre for Languages and Literature is home to teaching rooms, a library, and a café for humanities students at LU. The University Library is a large public research library with books, articles, and journals on almost every topic.

 

In their free time, students can explore the pretty grounds and gardens. There is plenty of history to learn about, including the 12th-century Lund Cathedral and 16th- century Kungshuset.

 

Accommodation

Most international students apply for somewhere to live through LU Accommodation. LU offers a housing guarantee to certain international student groups, which means they will definitely get a room. There are lots of students in Lund, however, so LU can’t guarantee that every international student outside these groups will be able to live in university accommodation.

 

There are lots of other accommodation agencies that work with LU students, including BoPoolen.nu and AF Bostäder. As LU’s classrooms and research centres are spread across three cities, and Sweden has great public transport, there are lots of good places to live.

 

Accommodation costs vary depending on where students live and what type of housing. Renting a room from LU Accommodation is currently priced between SEK 14,000 and SEK 29,000 for the full semester. This includes bills and the use of kitchen and laundry facilities.

 

For students renting from private landlords, the rent will vary depending on the size and location of the room or apartment. Before paying any deposit or rent to private landlords, students should verify their information carefully.

 

Student support

There are lots of places where international students can get support. The main contact for international students at Lund University is the international coordinators, master's coordinators, and study advisers.

 

The university’s International Desk organises Arrival Day and Orientation Weeks for new international students. The team also host social activities throughout the academic year and support international students with any issues. The International Desk’s Facebook page is a good place to find out about social activities, local events, and Swedish cultural traditions.

 

The Academic Support Centre helps students with reading and writing strategies and study skills. Students can also book consultations to talk about things like their CV. Disabled students can speak to Disability Support Services to get extra support with their studies. Finally, the Student Health Centre is where students should go if they are unwell or need extra physical or mental support.

 

LU is well known for its brilliant student life. There are lots of student groups, where you can play sports and make new friends with the same interests. The student union’s main goal is to make sure all courses and programmes at LU are at the same high standard. It also organises social activities, job fairs, lectures, and activities for new students.

 

Graduate outcomes

The Careers Service helps prepare students for working life in Sweden and across the world. It shares information about what companies and recruiters are looking for across lots of different industries.

 

The Alumni Network of more than 43,000 members is a free professional and social network for any past student at LU. It’s a brilliant place to find new job opportunities and make new connections.

 

As a member of the Alumni Network, students will: 

 

  • Be invited to lectures and alumni events around the world.
  • Get good opportunities to connect with alumni working all over the world.
  • Be able to get in touch with former classmates.

 

Professional development

If students want to carry on learning after they’ve started their careers, there are lots of other training courses at LU. The university offers management training courses that all have a different focus, depending on students’ needs and skill sets.

 

Subjects you can study at Lund University

  • Applied and Pure Sciences Applied and Pure Sciences
  • Architecture and Construction Architecture and Construction
  • Business and Management Business and Management
  • Computer Science and IT Computer Science and IT
  • Creative Arts and Design Creative Arts and Design
  • Education and Training Education and Training
  • Engineering Engineering
  • Health and Medicine Health and Medicine
  • Humanities Humanities
  • Law Law
  • Personal Care and Fitness Personal Care and Fitness
  • Social Studies and Media Social Studies and Media
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Key facts and figures at Lund University

Rankings

Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024
Source: THE

106

OVERALL SCORE

66.1%

TEACHING

46.7%

INTERNATIONAL OUTLOOK

79.8%

INDUSTRY INCOME

99.8%

RESEARCH

56.6%

CITATIONS

86.6%
QS World University Rankings 2024
Source: QS

85

Academic Ranking of World Universities 2023
Source: ARWU

151

Student life in numbers

COSTS PER YEAR
LIVING COSTS

7,67,263

CAMPUS ACCOMMODATION

3,93,223

AVERAGE TUITION FEE PER YEAR

UNDERGRADUATE

11,23,961

POSTGRADUATE

10,15,265

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