Lund University

A Master’s degree at Lund University provides specialized knowledge, challenges perspectives, and prepares students for future opportunities in an international academic setting.

Lund University researcher Lao Saal developed a blood test that can detect cancer recurrence long before conventional methods, helping patients receive treatment earlier.

Obesity is commonly diagnosed using BMI, but this approach has several limitations. Researchers at Lund University and AstraZeneca show that integrating measurements such as body fat percentage and waist circumference captures disease risks missed by BMI alone.

Researchers based in the US again dominate the second round of applications to the Lund University Programme for Global Excellence.

Lund University will partner in and coordinate two research projects that involve the future of European democracy. One will examine extremism and polarisation, while the other will look at EU enlargement.

In bright sunshine - and with only a few raindrops - 290 doctoral graduates and 16 honorary doctors were conferred in hats and wreaths during Lund University’s grand ceremony, the doctoral degree conferment ceremony. At the same time, 48 jubilee doctors were also honoured.

Lund University has improved its standing among the world's top 100 universities in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The University is ranked 71st overall and number one in the sustainability category.

The University Board decided in June to propose Erik Renström as Vice-Chancellor for the next three-year term of office. The next step is to appoint a deputy vice-chancellor. Applications and nominations can now be submitted for this position – the closing date is 14 September.

The researcher chose Lund University for its academic culture, collaboration opportunities in natural sciences and medicine, and its status as a walkable university town.

The researcher chose Lund University for its proximity to the European Spallation Source (ESS) and its supportive environment for establishing a research group in superconductors.

The page lists virtual and in-person opportunities for alumni to connect with Lund University representatives throughout the academic year.

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 page offers information about the Lund University Alumni Network and invites visitors to join as members.

Lund University supports students who feel targeted, vulnerable, injured, or involved in incidents by offering assistance.

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. The University has around 45,000 students and more than 8,600 staff.

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world. The University has around 45,000 students and more than 8,600 staff.

This information explains what students are entitled to – and in some cases what their responsibilities are. This might be anything from students’ work environment, student influence and equal opportunities, to the rules that apply in cases of cheating and plagiarism.