Lund University

Lund University was founded in 1666. Today, the University is ranked as one of the world`s top 100 and is Sweden`s most international higher education institution. The University has 47 000 students and 7 200 staff based in Lund, Helsingborg and Malmo. We are united in our efforts to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition.

Mission Lund University is a welcoming meeting place and a melting pot of new ideas. We are a full-scale university that with its diversity and strong environments for education, research and innovation tackles complex intellectual problems and global challenges. Together we work to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition. At Lund University, new generations of students learn to investigate and understand themselves and the world around them. They develop their ability to work with others to tackle demanding problems. They lay a foundation for lifelong learning based on knowledge, creativity and democratic values. Lund University educates future knowledge producers, problem solvers and leaders. Vision A world-class university that works to understand, explain and improve our world and the human condition Goal Highest quality in education, research, innovation and interaction with society The goal shall be achieved through the following strategies: Cross-boundary collaboration Internationalisation Quality enhancement Leader, teacher and employee excellence.

Foundation year: 1666
Short name: LU (Sweden)
Type: Public
Students: 28450
Faculty: 2410
Faculty/Students Ratio: 12:1
Region: Europe
Location: Lund, Scania