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This page contains answers to the most frequently asked questions about the IA system, i.e. the University's system for the reporting of incidents, study-related health issues and accidents. General questions about making a report Why should I report incidents, health issues or accidents? No one should suffer injury or illness as a result of their work or studies. Managing issues related to your w
On this page, you’ll find key information about how contract education tailored to your organisation's needs works and how you, as an employer, can develop your staff’s skills through this form of training. Contract education refers to university-level courses offered to professionals for a fee, typically paid by employers or public authorities. Contract education is also known as commissioned edu
Minimum English language requirementsMost Lund University degree programmes and courses require what is called English Level 6 (advanced level) language proficiency, which is most often demonstrated in one of the following ways:IELTS (Academic) total score 6.5 (with no section less than 5.5)TOEFL internet-based score of 20 (scale 0-30) in written test and a total score of 90Through previous upper
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/admission-degree-studies/entry-requirements/english-requirements - 2026-04-23
When you are abroad in connection with your studies at Lund University, you are an important representative of the University. As a student ambassador, you are one of the main bearers of our public image, both to the host organisation and to prospective students. Lund University is ranked 63rd in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Most International Universities in the World Rankings. Our high
The recruitment process for academic positions is structured and transparent. This page outlines the main steps, from selection to the employment decision, and provides practical information for international applicants. 1. Selection processAfter the deadline of the vacancy announcement, the Academic Appointments Board reviews all applications. Those that do not meet the requirements are removed.T
For hundreds of years, researchers at Lund University have been making groundbreaking discoveries. Here, we highlight some of these important innovations and provide examples of new solutions that could have a significant impact on a large scale. Emerging innovationsA test that increases the chances of successful IVFThe key to successful IVF is the right hormone treatment before pregnancy. Profess
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/innovation/innovations-lund - 2026-04-23
For Bachelor's and Master's programmes taught in English Have you found a programme or programmes you'd like to apply for? Or have you applied and are waiting for the admission results? Wherever you are in the process, you can find answers to the most frequently asked questions below. The FAQs below cover general aspects of the application and admission processes, with links to more detailed infor
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/admission-degree-studies/faqs-application-and-admission - 2026-04-23
Once you have applied to a programme or course at Lund University, your application goes through several processing steps before the admission results are announced. This page is to explain what happens with your application. This webpage is divided into the three key parts listed below. You can click on the shortcut links to go directly to one part of the page:University Admissions in Sweden proc
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/admission-degree-studies/applying-studies-when-apply/your-application-status - 2026-04-23
Education from Lund University is recognised around the world. Learn more about the degree types we offer, the credit system and grading scales. DegreesThe Swedish higher education system is divided into three cycles. Below you will find an overview of the degree types and their credit requirements. First cycle degrees (undergraduate degrees) Higher Education Diploma: 120 ECTS creditsBachelor's De
https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/your-academic-experience/degrees-and-academic-credits - 2026-04-23
When applying to Lund University as an exchange student, it is important that you submit the correct supporting documents with your application, otherwise, your application will take longer to process. Please note that there are documents that all students are required to submit as well as Faculty-specific requirements. The file format should be .pdf or .doc/.docx, please do not upload .pages file
Absens (in absentia)Absens is Latin for absent, and indicates a promovendus being awarded a degree without being present at the actual ceremony, or in absentia. During the ceremony, the person’s name is read out, with the addition of 'absens'.PhD graduate‘Doktor efter avlagda prov’ (EAP) is the official Swedish denomination for the Latin doctor iuvenis, pl. doctor iuvenes, i.e. new doctoral gradua
