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Lund University
Lund, Sweden
Facts
• Language of instruction: English and Swedish
• Number of students currently enrolled: 44,000
• Semester 1: Late August – Mid-January
• Semester 2: Mid-January – Early June
• Academic Calendar: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/admissions/study-lund-
university/academic-calendar
• Important information: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/international-
admissions/exchange-and-study-abroad
About the University
Founded in 1666, Lund University is Sweden’s top-ranked university and one of the oldest
universities in northern Europe. With approximately 44,000 students from over 130 countries,
Lund is truly a global university. It is considered the best student city in Sweden thanks to its
great student societies and traditional student nations. Lund is situated just 10 minutes away
from Malmö, the third largest city in Sweden, and only 40 minutes away from Copenhagen
airport, making it accessible for air travel.
Sweden is considered one of the safest and most creative countries in the world, and is often
ranked amongst the best places to live. Swedes have a very high level of English meaning
students can experience Swedish culture without experiencing language barriers.
Website: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/home
What to expect
Application process
If you are allocated a place for an exchange at Lund University, you will be officially nominated
by the Study and Work Away team and will then be provided with your detailed application
instructions. You can ONLY apply if officially nominated.
Type of Application: The application is completed online.Notes of Guidance for Exchange students
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Academics
Course/ credit load One full year of study should equate to 60 ECTS. One
semester of study should equate to 30 ECTS.
Courses available https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/international-
admissions/exchange-study-abroad/exchange-
studies/find-exchange-courses
Course enrolment Students meet with their coordinator to settle their Study Plans
on Pre-Registration Day during Orientation Week. They should
research their options prior to this meeting.
Lund University offers courses specifically for Exchange
Academic restrictions
Students (SAS) as well as offering courses in English. You
must check your eligibility for courses. Any student going
through the general agreement to Lund should contact Lena
Jonsson, International Officer, Division of External Relations,
(lena.jonsson@er.lu.se) regarding course enrolments.
Due to a limited number of spaces, the Faculty of Performing
Arts, the Malmö Art Academy and the Faculty of Medicine
admit students within specific faculty/department agreements.
Admittance to courses in these faculties is not guaranteed
even if students are eligible. There is a high demand for
courses at the School of Economics and Management. Also
'economics' and 'business administration' are two different
disciplines – please carefully read the explanations provided
on the exchange course list for the School of Economics and
Management and note that a full-time course load of
Economics, Management and Business cannot be
guaranteed. The School of Architecture demands 3 years of
prior studies in the subject, as well as a portfolio. Industrial
Design, Arts and Music demand previous studies and a
portfolio as part of the admission process.
Please research the suitability of Lund University for your
Previous Students
degree programme. Courses and programmes at your home
and host institution may have changed since other students
studied there. However, please find below some examples of
the degree programmes of students who went on exchange to
LU in previous years:
• Biological Sciences (Evolutionary Biology) (BSc Hons)
• Business Management MA (Hons)
• International Business (MA Hons)
• Law (LLB Hons)
• Physics (BSc Hons)
• Social Anthropology
• Politics (MA Hons)
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Your final course selection must be agreed and approved with your Exchange
Coordinator and any course changes made whilst you are away must have
their approval.
Accommodation
University Accommodation is not guaranteed for international students
accommodation so it is important that you apply early.
•Explore Lund accommodation at:
http://www.luaccommodation.lu.se/
Application process Students should apply through LU Accommodation.
Private accommodation Off-campus housing:
http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-
life/housing/accommodation-agencies
Costs
Estimated cost of living Estimated cost of living is 7,400 - 9,600 SEK Per month
Insurance All exchange students are covered by “The Swedish State
Insurance for Foreign Students”. EU/EEA citizens are
required by the Swedish authorities to have comprehensive
medical insurance (e.g. European Health Insurance Card,
E128 or E111)
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/preparing-
to-come/health-and-insurance
For up to date information on using UK issued EHIC cards
after Brexit please see:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-
sweden#healthcare
Banks There are several different banks available in Lund,
Helsingborg and Malmö. There is no specific bank connected
to Lund University.
It is strongly recommended that exchange students make
banking arrangements from their home bank. Students staying
in Sweden for less than six months will experience difficulties
when trying to open a bank account.
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Other
Employment Those with EU passports should not face any barriers to
employment. Non-EU/EEA students face restrictions on the
hours they can work and will need to apply for a work permit.
For up to date information on working in Sweden after Brexit
please see:
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-sweden#working-
in-sweden
Lund University organises an Arrival Day each semester for
Orientation
new students. This date is usually the week before term starts.
On Arrival Day, student mentors will meet international
students from Copenhagen Airport and show you how to buy
your train ticket to Lund. At Lund train station, student mentors
will direct you to the free shuttle service to the Arrival Day
venue (Medicon Village). You can then check in, receive your
welcome pack and ask any questions at the Information Desk.
The two weeks following Arrival Day are Orientation Weeks,
similar to Freshers Week, where you can find out about the
student societies and book to go on trips and learn more about
the Swedish culture. The Orientation Weeks will take place
both online and in-person.
For further information please visit:
http://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/preparing-to-
come/your-arrival-in-lund
All students coming from the Americas, Australia, New
Visas
Zealand, Asia and Africa must hold a valid residence permit,
as well as documents certifying a financial requirement of at
least 8,568 SEK per month.
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/before-you-
arrive/residence-permits
https://www.migrationsverket.se/English/Private-
individuals/Studying-in-Sweden/Universities-and-
university-college.html
If you are a British citizen, you will also be required to apply
for a Residence Permit.
https://www.migrationsverket.se/English/Private-
individuals/Studying-and-researching-in-Sweden/Higher-
education/Residence-permit-for-higher-education.html
Disability Statement Some destinations may be more accessible than others for
disabled students. If you require any adjustments due to
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disability or specific learning difficulty, and you wish to study
abroad then please contact the European team in the Study
and Work Away service at europe.outgoing@ed.ac.uk. We
will work together with you to explore the help available at your
host institution. It might also be helpful if you discuss this with
your Personal Tutor and the Disability Office.
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/before-you-
arrive/students-disabilities
The best part?
Gaining confidence and new experiences.”
One of the best parts has been my host family. My life is richer for knowing
them, and I will miss them so much.”
The greatest challenge?
Staying positive during the winter period as it really is very very dark.”
Advice for future exchange students
Accommodation
I would advise students to look into private apartments and lodging
alongside waiting in the AF Bostader queue as it is unlikely you will get any
official uni accommodation.”
General advice
Definitely join a nation, because if you're active there it can be a really helpful
and important part of your social life.”
It is a much smaller and quieter town than Edinburgh, but is very well situated
for someone looking to travel during down time.”
The Swedish introductory course can be a really good way of making new
friends and meeting other exchange students from all around the world.”
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