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Newly admitted students
For students who have received an admission offer If you have just received admission in your 'Notification of Results' via your www.universityadmissions.se account, make sure to follow any further instructions to secure your place in the programme. To secure your study placea) If you applied in an international autumn application round (with admission results in March/April), you reply to your ad
Cookie policy
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Information for current study support mentors
Once you have started your assignment as a study support mentor, there are a few things you need to be aware of. On this page we have gathered important information about what you need to know and do during your assignment, such as how the administration works. Complete an assignment agreementFor study support mentors to be registered to receive fees, an agreement must be completed. The mentor coo
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
Pro Vice-Chancellor Kristina Eneroth
Pro Vice-Chancellor for Strategy and Global Affairs Kristina Eneroth is an associate professor of business administration with a focus on strategy and leadership. Her research focuses on strategic leadership and innovation.Kristina Eneroth has many years of experience as pro dean with special responsibility for international issues, education and external contacts at Lund University’s School of Ec
University Director Susanne Kristensson
Susanne Kristensson has been university director for Lund University since 2012.The university director is responsible for the general management of the University's administration and finances on behalf of the vice-chancellor, including general administrative procedures and support systems, and for the duties of the University’s central administration.The university director also has responsibili
Become a student health and safety representative
Would you like to represent other students in issues that concern their work environment? If so, becoming a student health and safety representative might be something for you. What does being a representative mean?Student health and safety representatives represent themselves and their fellow students in work environment issues.As a student health and safety representative, you will work for all
Study and work environment
It is important for Lund University that its students have a good work environment for their studies. Read more here about what the student work environment entails in different situations and who is responsible for ensuring its proper functioning. Rights and responsibilitiesThe concepts of study environment and student work environment are used synonymously in many contexts. At Lund University we
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-rights-and-responsibilities/study-and-work-environment - 2026-08-15
Student organisations
Studentlund – your key to student life in Lund Studentlund membership gives you access to social, cultural and political student life in Lund. Lund University is well-known for its unique student life and fantastic campus atmosphere. The variety of student organisations, including the famous 'nations' of Lund, provides excellent opportunities for you to experience student life and to join in stude
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/student-life/student-organisations - 2026-08-15
Exchange and study abroad
Lund University is a world top 100 university and the most popular choice for international students coming to study in Sweden. Located in southern Sweden, just 40 minutes from Copenhagen, Lund University gives international exchange and study abroad students the chance to experience:The number 1 choice for international students in Sweden, attracting students from more than 130 countriesAn educat
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/study-opportunities-lund-university/exchange-and-study-abroad - 2026-08-15
Lund University 350 years
Jubilee Year, 19 December 2016 to 28 January 2018 Lund University celebrated its 350th anniversary from 19 December 2016 to 28 January 2018. As the University was founded on 19 December 1666, but was not officially inaugurated until 28 January 1668, the jubilee lasted 13 months instead of one year. During the 13-month jubilee, the University offered almost 400 events involving the general public,
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/history-lund-university/lund-university-350-years - 2026-08-15
Crafoord Foundation travel grant
As a student at Lund University, you can apply for a travel grant from the Crafoord Foundation irrespective of which faculty you are studying at. The planned length of your stay determines which of two grants you can apply for. Shortcuts to page content:About the grantHow to applyAfter you have sent in your application Applications are open 5–25 April Contact information Division of Global Engage
The history of Lund University
For just over 350 years, Lund University has educated students and created new knowledge. Below is a history of how it developed from a small provincial academy into a major international university with world-leading research. When Lund University was founded in 1666, Sweden was a great power, which eight years prior had won the province of Skåne from Denmark. Just one month after the Swedish vic
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/history-lund-university - 2026-08-15
Privacy policy
Processing of personal data at Lund University Lund University processes personal data in order to provide education, conduct research, and collaborate with the wider society. All processing of personal data at the University aims to support this assignment. The University applies the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and supplementary legislation.In the drop-down list below, we have gathe
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/contact-us/privacy-policy - 2026-08-15
Share your first impressions on Instagram – #hejlunduni
Are you a new international or exchange student at Lund University? We'd love to feature your first impressions of Sweden and Lund University on our official international Instagram account @lunduniversity! Join #hejlunduni on InstagramThe next #hejlunduni round will be in August 2026.Joining is easy:Post a photo or reel of yourself during the time period listed on this pageAdd a short caption wit
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/new-students/share-your-first-impressions-instagram-hejlunduni - 2026-08-15
Upcoming virtual events
Do you want to learn more about Lund University, our study opportunities and how to apply? Attend a virtual event – for example, a webinar, live session or virtual fair – for prospective students, applicants and admitted students! Note Events and event details are added on this webpage continuously, and may be subject to change, so make sure to check back here regularly. About the upcoming virtua
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/connect-us-about-studies/online/upcoming-virtual-events - 2026-08-15
Different ways to support us
When you choose to support research and education at Lund University, you become part of our shared quest for knowledge and our desire to learn, understand and create positive impact for humanity and our planet. All donations to Lund University help us in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. Donations can take different forms, the most common being:mone
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/giving-lund-university/different-ways-support-us - 2026-08-15