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About the University
Work for usContact usVisit us The University at a glance Faculties, departments and centres Institutes and research centres Facts and figures Management and organisation A world-class university With diverse disciplines, award-winning research and a global focus, we strive to understand, explain and improve our world. Programmes and coursesResearch excellence areas Top-ranked We are consistently
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university - 2026-09-07
Alumni events
Explore upcoming events for Lund University alumni. From professional development webinars to social gatherings and cultural events in Sweden and around the world. Don’t forget to register in the Alumni Network to get the latest event updates. Events autumn 202616 September | Online | Seminar with alumnus Eskil FagerströmLund University alumni are invited to a lecture by journalist, author and alu
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/alumni/alumni-events - 2026-09-07
Faculties, departments and centres
The University is organised into nine faculties, as listed below. Their individual departments are listed on their own websites.There are also many institutes and research centres within the University.Institutes and research centres at Lund UniversityFaculty of Engineering, LTHFaculty of Engineering websiteList of departments on the Faculty of Engineering websiteEmail: info [at] lth [dot] se (inf
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/faculties-departments-and-centres - 2026-09-07
MOOCs
Massive Open Online Courses Lund University offers MOOCs – online courses open to anyone with an interest, regardless of previous experience. Please note that you cannot include a MOOC as a part of a degree or receive university credits for it. You can find Lund University's MOOCs on the Coursera platform (coursera.org). They have flexible start dates, so you can start at any time.Find all of Lund
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/study-opportunities-lund-university/distance-learning/moocs - 2026-09-07
Special Area Study (SAS) courses
Nominated exchange students can apply for so-called 'Special Area Study' (SAS) courses in a wide range of subjects across eight out of nine faculties at Lund University. These courses are a wonderful opportunity for you to learn more about subjects outside your major. The course offerings include courses mostly focusing on one discipline as well as interdisciplinary courses tackling contemporary s
Pro Vice-Chancellor Per Mickwitz
Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research, Sustainability and Campus Development Per Mickwitz is a professor of environmental policy and a former director of the International Institute for Industrial Environmental Economics (IIIEE). He has worked for many years at the Finnish Environment Institute (SYKE) in roles such as researcher and research professor, and was research director for seven years.His rese
Pro Vice-Chancellor Viktor Öwall
Pro Vice-Chancellor for Research Infrastructure, PhD-education, IT and External Engagement Viktor Öwall is a professor of integrated electronic systems. He obtained a Master of Science and doctoral degree in electrical engineering in 1988 and 1994 respectively. From 1995 to 1996 he was a postdoc at the University of California in Los Angeles (UCLA). He was dean of Lund University’s Faculty of Engi
Management and organisation
University management and structureUniversity ManagementUniversity BoardOrganisational structureCorporate publications Learn more about Lund University through our corporate publications, including presentation material, student brochures, strategic documents and our annual report.Corporate publications and strategic documentsLund University Strategic Plan Lund University Strategic Plan 2017–2026
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/management-and-organisation - 2026-09-07
Quality assurance and development of our education
Whether you are an exchange student, a freemover, or a Bachelor’s, Master’s or doctoral student at Lund University, your perspective on your education is important to us. It helps us to plan and implement quality management to ensure and develop the standard of teaching and learning at the University. By responding to surveys about your courses or programme and taking part in organised discussions
Registration of interest to become a study support mentor (Disability Support Services)
We are glad that you are interested in a mentorship assignment! Once you have filled in the form, Disability Support Services will process your incoming expression of interest and get back to you if/when we need mentors in your subject area. First name and surname (required) Personal identity number (YYMMDD-NNNN) (required) Please enter your Swedish personal identity number with 10 digits accordin
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/form/registration-interest-become-study-support-mentor-disability-support-services - 2026-09-07
Information for partner coordinators
StudentsProspective exchange students – please contact your home university’s International Office for all questions regarding exchange studies. There are different types of agreements between universities and your International Office can advise you or connect you with the right contact person at Lund University.Nominated exchange students – if you know who your coordinator is at Lund University,
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/exchange-and-study-abroad/exchange-studies/information-partner-coordinators - 2026-09-07
Student mobility contacts
Staff handling university-wide exchange agreements Prospective exchange students – please contact your home university's International Office to find out how to come to Lund on an exchange and the process for nomination. Nominated exchange students – you may contact the specific Lund University staff member (your LU exchange coordinator) listed beside your home university's name below.Student mobi
Faculty mobility contacts
Staff handling faculty-specific exchange agreements The following key contact people from our faculty international offices handle faculty-specific exchange agreements (as opposed to a university-wide agreement). Please also check the faculty international office webpage links (where included) for additional contact information.We welcome our partner university colleagues to contact us for assista
Mission, vision and values
Lund University’s vision is to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Strategic regulatory documents help us to fulfil our vision and achieve our objectives. Shortcuts to page content:Platform for strategic work 2026–2027Thematic support strategiesPlans and frameworksOrganisational policiesThe University's overarching goal is to increase our international impact, which
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/mission-vision-and-values - 2026-09-07
Global collaboration
Lund University collaborates and cooperates with top universities all over the world through international networks, programmes and platforms. Below we present some of our larger, university-wide collaborations. Universitas 21 (U21)Universitas 21 is a global network consisting of 32 research-intensive, comprehensive and outstanding universities in 20 countries.The aim of the network is to provide
Harassment and sexual harassment
Lund University has a zero-tolerance policy towards harassment and sexual harassment. If you find yourself in a situation that makes you feel targeted, it is important to let the University know so that we can help you and deal with the situation. What is harassment and sexual harassment?Harassment is conduct that violates a person’s dignity and that is associated with one of the grounds of discri
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/if-something-happens/harassment-and-sexual-harassment - 2026-09-07
Vice-Chancellor Erik Renström
The Vice-Chancellor has overall responsibility for the activities of the entire University and is responsible for leading the organisation under the University Board. This includes monitoring the organisation and taking initiatives for renewal and change. The Vice-Chancellor issues the regulations that are required and has a general supervisory duty regarding the organisation.Erik Renström is the
Deputy Vice-Chancellor Lena Eskilsson
Lena Eskilsson has a PhD in human geography and economic geography and, since 2014, has worked at the Department of Service Management and Service Studies at Campus Helsingborg. Lena has long experience of teaching and research. She has held several senior positions such as director of studies, pro dean and vice dean at the Faculty of Social Science at Lund University.Lena Eskilsson deputises for
Pro Vice-Chancellor Jimmie Kristensson
Pro Vice-Chancellor for Integrity and Character Jimmie Kristensson is a registered nurse, senior lecturer and associate professor of health sciences and, among other things, has been programme manager for the nursing degree programme. He leads a research team that focuses on proactive and integrated healthcare. He has held the position of vice dean responsible for employeeship and ethics at Lund U