An education from Lund University is internationally recognised. We are ranked as a world top 100 university. Degrees The higher education system in Sweden is divided into three cycles. You will find the degree types listed below and the credits they are worth. First cycle degrees (Undergraduate degrees): Higher Education Diploma: 120 ECTS credits Bachelor's Degree: 180 ECTS credits Professional D

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The University Management. Photo: Charlotte Carlberg Bärg. The management of Lund University consists of:The Vice-ChancellorThe Deputy Vice-ChancellorThe Pro Vice-ChancellorsThe University DirectorThe Vice-ChancellorThe vice-chancellor is appointed by the Swedish Government for a maximum of six years after a proposal from the University Board and is the University's highest executive and principal

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The University Board is the highest decision-making body of the University. Its role is to "supervise all matters concerning the higher education institution" and it is "responsible for the performance of its duties", according to the Higher Education Act, Chapter 2, Section 2. The University Board consists ofthe Vice-Chancelloreight community representatives appointed by the Swedish Government, o

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Start your academic career with us and make a difference World-class research, outstanding research staff and specialised research environments at Lund University create excellent conditions for doctoral students. As a doctoral student at Lund University, you will be well prepared for a successful career as an independent researcher. During your studies, you will have the opportunity to publish yo

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As a Bachelor's or Master's student, you can spend one to twelve months studying at another Nordic higher education institution. Lund University has agreements with many higher education institutions across the Nordic countries. With Nordplus, you can get to know yet another Nordic country and university. Photo: Tim Strulik. About the grant Learn more about Nordplus – nordplusonline.org Applicatio

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Lund University offers different options for students interested in studying the Swedish language. Photo: Daniel Gunnarsson. Study Abroad Swedish Course PackageThe Study Abroad Swedish Course Package is designed for those who are interested in developing a profound knowledge of the Swedish language and who are seeking a unique Scandinavian 'study abroad' experience. We offer a full-time, two-semes

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The links below open in a new tab:Webmail for employeesWebmail for studentsWeb calendar for students

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The official academic year at Lund University is divided into two semesters (autumn and spring), each lasting 20 weeks. Semester dates at Lund UniversityThe academic year 2024/2025Autumn semester 2024: Monday 2 September 2024 – Sunday 19 January 2025Spring semester 2025: Monday 20 January 2025 – Sunday 8 June 2025The academic year 2025/2026Autumn semester 2025: Monday 1 September 2025 – Sunday 18

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Studied in Lund? Welcome to our Alumni Network! The Alumni Network is a free professional and social network for all those who have studied or worked at Lund University. It is a great resource for you in your career and it helps you to stay in touch with Lund University, while also making new contacts. Currently, about 49,000 members around the world are a part of our Alumni Network. We encourage

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All students should check the country-specific requirements before making an application Check country-specific rules before you applyThere are specific requirements for students from most countries wanting to study at a university in Sweden. It is very important that you check these national rules before applying to a programme or course at a Swedish university.Some of these rules relate to acade

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The University's contact informationThe University switchboard is normally open from 08:00 to 16:30 on weekdays. However, there are some exceptions.Telephone+46 (0)46 222 00 00 (switchboard)Postal addressLund UniversityBox 117, SE-221 00Lund, SwedenVisit Lund University – how to get hereStudying at Lund UniversityInternational Master's or Bachelor's degree studiesIf you have any questions about in

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Spirituality in SwedenSweden is a very secular nation in practice, but the many church buildings throughout the country bear witness to a long historical presence of the Christian faith. More than half of the population in Sweden are members of the Church of Sweden (Svenska Kyrkan), which is Lutheran. However, only a small proportion of its members regularly attend Sunday services. There are also

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Students at Lund University can get a personal access card, known as the LU Card. The card is free and getting one is quick and easy. The LU Card has several functions. You can use the card:as an ID card within Lund Universityto access the buildings relevant to your studies, andto borrow books at all university libraries.In a number of places at the University, the card is also used for printing,

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Students are welcome to borrow books from any of the university libraries. Reading listsUniversity programmes and courses often have long reading lists. These lists contain information about the books you need to buy and are available to you at the start of the programme or course. Books can be quite expensive, and can add up to several thousand Swedish kronor per semester. You can save a lot of m

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What's the difference between a department and a faculty? What is Ladok? On this page, you will find descriptions of a selection of terms that you may encounter during your studies at Lund University (Swedish terms in brackets). Below, you can find common words and phrases related to: Studies Student life Roles Studies Academic quarter (akademisk kvart) The academic quarter is a concept of time us

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As a student at Lund University, you are given a student account with a username and password. Once activated, this account gives you access to student email, learning platforms, library services, and file storage, among other things. Once you have activated your student account, you can use it as your login to a range of digital services, platforms and resources. See below. Digital services avail

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For help with everyday questions and issues as a student The International Desk is happy to answer questions or put you in touch with someone who can. Welcome all international students!All incoming international students are welcome to contact the International Desk for help with practical matters. Anything from where to buy a bike, how to find your department or how to get involved in student li

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Studying abroad can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, but it can also be a complex one. We offer a wide range of services, resources and tools to help you with your studies and everyday student life at Lund University. Quick links to key systemsAll of the systems below require you to log in with your student account.Canvas – learning platformBlackboard – learning platform (law students)Lad

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General entry requirementsBachelor's level studies:To meet the general entry requirements for Bachelor’s level studies all students must:have successfully completed their upper secondary education (post-16) that gives access to universities in the student’s home country. Note that for students who received their final school grades after 31 December 2009, there is an additional entry requirement f

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We offer a range of digital services and resources to make your life as a student easier. You can use your student account to access many of these services. Student accounts and accessYour student account gives you access to most key digital services and resources, including your student email.Student accountStudent email accountYour LU access card gives you access to campus buildings. It is also

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