Welcome to Lund University
Lund University unites long-standing traditions with a modern, dynamic and highly international profile. With nine Faculties, and a number of research centres and specialised institutes, Lund University is the largest provider of research and higher education in Sweden. The University was founded in 1666 and is one of the oldest universities in northern Europe. At present, about 35 000 undergraduate and nearly 10 000 graduate/postgraduate students are enrolled at Lund University.
Lund University has evolved into the most international university in Sweden,
co-operating worldwide with a great number of universities, university networks and research institutes. Annually some 3 000 international students choose to study in Lund. The Univer¬sity also takes a very active part in the educational and research programmes of the European Union. Two prestigious and research oriented Erasmus Mundus programmes involving Lund Universi¬ty have been approved by the European Commission, both within the environmental sciences: MESPOM, at the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics, and Geo-infor¬mation Science for Environmental Modelling and Management, at the Centre for Geographical Information Systems (GIS).
In addition, Lund University was named an Erasmus Success Story in 2007, which means that the University is ranked one of the top ten universities in Europe with the best mobility figures in terms of incoming and outgoing students and teachers.
Master´s programmes at Lund University
Lund University offers a wide range of Master´s programmes. Around 50 programmes are taught in English, ranging from inter¬national human rights law to sustainable urban design. Excellence is required in all areas of activity, to rank as one of Europe’s leading institutions of higher education. To realise this ambition, Lund University works systematically with educational development and the professional improvement of all teaching staff. The Master´s programmes at Lund University employ a multi- or transdisciplinary approach in an environment of exceptional academic competence and cultural diversity. All education is closely tied to current research and many of the courses are truly unique. International programmes provide excellent opportunities to form a global network of professional colleagues, as well as establishing contacts locally here in Sweden.
In the document below* you can find an overview of the various Master´s programmes taught in English, which are offered at Lund University from the autumn semester of 2008. Since programmes and details can change, please check the website of each programme for the most up-to-date information. For entry requirements and application deadlines, please visit www.lu.se/masters or the website for the specific programme.
Teaching and Research of Highest Quality
The Master´s Programmes at Lund University are structured in response to student demand, combined with a strong cooperation with the business world, as well as being closely tied to current research. The Swedish educational system is student-centred, based on open, informal relations between students and teachers, and where personal initiative and critical thought are encouraged. Swedish universities are renowned for their investigative research and independent thinking, and this reputation is cemented with rigorous quality control and internationally recognised degrees.
Lund´s geographical location
Lund is located in southern Sweden, right next door to Copenhagen, Denmark and Northern Europe. The Danish-Swedish Øresund Region is one of Europe´s most dynamic areas. In Lund, ‘abroad’ is close by: the trip by train or car to the largest Scandinavian city, Copenhagen, takes only 40 minutes over the Øresund Bridge, while Malmö, the third largest city in Sweden, is only a 15-minute train ride away.
Lund – a City of Student Nations
Lund is recognised both for its historic past and for recent deve¬lopment and success. Students form the majority of Lund’s 100,000 inhabitants, giving the city a youthful multicultural atmosphere. The large student population also contributes to an active cultural life, with a wide range of activities and entertainment. The heart of student life in Lund is organised around the student societies called “nations”, essentially large clubs offering entertainment and oppor¬tunities to socialise.
Teaching and Research of Highest Quality
The Master´s Programmes at Lund University are structured in response to student demand, combined with a strong cooperation with the business world, as well as being closely tied to current research. The Swedish educational system is student-centred, based on open, informal relations between students and teachers, and where personal initiative and critical thought are encouraged. Swedish universities are renowned for their investigative research and independent thinking, and this reputation is cemented with rigorous quality control and internationally recognised degrees.
Tuition is free in Sweden
Swedish universities do not charge tuition fees and this applies to both foreign and Swedish students. Scholarships are not awarded by institutions of higher education; although the Swe¬dish Institute grants hundreds of scholarships every year to help foreign students make their stay in Sweden more affordable.
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