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Lund University offers a variety of career opportunities, including academic, research, doctoral and professional service roles. Whatever your expertise, you can develop your skills and contribute to the University's work. Working as a doctoral studentAs a doctoral student at Lund University, you are employed while completing your doctoral (PhD) studies. This gives you financial security and full

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/work-us/careers-lund-university - 2026-06-25

Sweden consistently ranks as one of the top countries globally in areas such as equality, democracy, transparency and quality of life. These values are deeply embedded in Swedish society and influence both workplaces and public institutions. Sweden is a parliamentary monarchy with a strong democratic foundation, where civil liberties, political rights and the rule of law are firmly upheld. Freedom

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As a doctoral student, you are both an employee and a student. This means that you benefit from the stability of employment while enjoying the academic freedom of research and study. What to expect from doctoral studies Find out about the different types of doctoral positions, how programmes are structured and what will be expected of you. How to applyAll available positions are listed on our vaca

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At Lund University, academic positions such as professor, associate senior lecturer and postdoc usually combine teaching and research. Learn about titles, qualifications and career paths. Overview of academic titles and qualifications Academic positions are formally referred to as teaching positions in the University's appointment rules. In practice, they usually combine both teaching and research

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Lund University offers different options for students interested in studying the Swedish language. Study Abroad Swedish Course PackageThe Study Abroad Swedish Course Package is designed for those who are interested in developing a profound knowledge of the Swedish language and who are seeking a unique Scandinavian 'study abroad' experience. We offer a full-time, two-semester package (Levels 1–8).T

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The links below open in a new tab:Webmail for employees (opens in new tab)Webmail for students (opens in new tab)Web calendar for students (opens in new tab)

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The official academic year at Lund University is divided into two semesters (autumn and spring), each lasting 20 weeks. Semester dates at Lund UniversityThe academic year 2026/2027Spring semester 2026:  Monday 19 January 2026 – Sunday 7 June 2026Autumn semester 2026: Monday 31 August 2026 – Sunday 17 January 2027​The exact duration of the semesters may vary slightly from faculty to faculty and als

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/your-academic-experience/academic-calendar - 2026-06-25

Join the Alumni Network Enjoy exclusive benefits, events and news! Membership benefits Explore what's available to you as a member of the Alumni Network.  Events for alumni Stay connected and network with fellow alumni through social, cultural and professional activities. News and stories Get inspired by stories and updates from Lund University alumni through our newsletter, blog and social media.

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All students should check the country-specific requirements before making an application Check country-specific requirements before you applyThere are specific requirements for students from most countries wanting to study at a university in Sweden. It is very important that you check these before applying to a programme or course at a Swedish university. Some of the requirements relate to academi

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Here you will find contact details and links to information about where to turn with questions relating to studies, collaboration, finances and emergencies, among other things. The University's contact informationThe University switchboard is usually open from 8:00 to 16:30 on weekdays. However, on certain occasions such as working day between holidays, it closes earlier.Telephone (switchboard):+4

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Spirituality in SwedenSweden is a very secular nation in practice, but the many church buildings throughout the country bear witness to a long historical presence of the Christian faith. More than half of the population in Sweden are members of the Church of Sweden (Svenska Kyrkan), which is Lutheran. However, only a small proportion of its members regularly attend Sunday services. There are also

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The LU Card is your personal access card at Lund University. You use it to enter university buildings, borrow library books, and print documents. It may also be used for attendance registration, depending on your course. What you can use the LU Card forAs an ID card within the universityTo access buildings and rooms needed for your studiesAs a library card at Lund University librariesAs a printing

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Course literature is an important part of your studies. You can access the books you need by borrowing them from the library, buying them new or used, or using online resources. Planning ahead can help you save both time and money. Reading listsUniversity programmes and courses often have long reading lists. These are usually available at the start of the course and include the books you are expec

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/literature-and-libraries/course-literature - 2026-06-25

What's the difference between a department and a faculty? What is Ladok? On this page, you will find descriptions of a selection of terms that you may encounter during your studies at Lund University (Swedish terms in brackets). Below, you can find common words and phrases related to: Studies Student life Roles Studies Academic quarter (akademisk kvart) The academic quarter is a concept of time us

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As a student at Lund University, you will receive a personal student account with a username and password. This account gives you access to essential digital services, including the student email, the learning platform Canvas, Wi-Fi on campus, the University Library’s online services and licensed software. How to activate your student accountYou must activate your student account yourself. You wil

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For help with everyday questions and issues as a student Welcome all international students!All incoming international students are welcome to contact the International Desk for help with practical matters. Anything from where to buy a bike, how to find your department or how to get involved in student life is welcome.The International Desk can also provide you with a manually signed transcript of

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Studying abroad can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience, but it can also be a complex one. We offer a wide range of services, resources and tools to help you with your studies and everyday student life at Lund University. Quick links to key systemsAll of the systems below require you to log in with your student account.Canvas – learning platformLadok – system for grades, credits and registrat

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General entry requirementsBachelor's level studies:To meet the general entry requirements for Bachelor’s level studies all students must:have successfully completed their upper secondary education (post-16) that gives access to universities in the student’s home country. Note that for students who received their final school grades after 31 December 2009, there is an additional entry requirement f

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As a student at Lund University, you have access to a range of digital services to support your studies. This page provides information about your student account, email, software, printing, network access, and the LU card – everything you need to get started. Student accountYour student account gives you access to Lund University's digital services, including your student email, learning platform

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Register with the University's career portalAll students at Lund University can register with the Careers Service's career portal, Career Hub. Here you can find everything from jobs and internships to career events in Sweden and around Europe.Get career inspiration or take one of several quizzes to find out what motivates you and what you need to thrive in a future workplace.Membership of Career H

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/study-guidance-and-career/careers-service - 2026-06-25