Lund University

Programme Details

Minimum mark 60%

Level Undergraduate

Language/s English

Agreement Scope Arts & Humanities Faculty Exchange

Social Sciences Faculty Exchange

Economics department Exchange

Exchange Places

4 full year places for Faculty of Arts & Humanities* students for 2026/27

1 full year place for Economics & Related Studies students for 2026/27

4 full year places for Faculty of Social Sciences students for 2025/26

*students from English & Related Literature may only apply to Lund for additional year exchange

Lund University website for exchange students

Events and information sessions

Overview

About:

Lund University was founded in 1666 and is one of Sweden's oldest universities. It is consistently ranked as one of the world's top 100 universities and is located in the city of Lund in the province of Scania, southern Sweden.

Highlights:

Lund University has a large student population and is a very popular choice among international students, creating a vibrant and open atmosphere both on and off-campus. The city of Lund is surrounded by beautiful Swedish nature that offers a variety of leisure activities throughout the year. Due to its southern location, Lund is a perfect spot for experiencing the rest of Europe, and Copenhagen is just a 35-minute train ride away.

Location:

Lund, province of Scania, southern Sweden

Academic information

Courses / Modules:

Lund University offers a wide range of courses in English for exchange students. The Faculty of Humanities and Theology offers courses in a variety of areas including literature, film, archaeology, history, arts and cultural sciences, philosophy, theology and religious studies. The Faculty of Social Sciences offers courses in areas including gender studies, media and communication studies, psychology, sociology and political science. Students of Economics take courses in the Lund University School of Economics and Management (LUSEM). Students may also be able to apply for Special Area Study (SAS) courses, which are not linked to a particular faculty, and are targeted at exchange students.

Economics students studying at LUSEM are recommended to select Undergraduate modules only, as while there may be some Masters level courses open to you in principle, there are likely to be restrictions on availability. Before selecting Masters level modules, you should check pre-requisites very carefully and contact the coordinator at LUSEM with any queries.

Economics & Management exchange student information.

Humanities & Theology exchange student information.

Music exchange student information.

Social Sciences exchange student information.

Credit (Full-time Load per semester):

You must take a full credit load while on exchange. Lund University uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) to show credit values. 30 ECTS is the equivalent to 60 York credits, and 60 ECTS is the equivalent to 120 York credits. Typically, modules at Lund are 7.5 ECTS.

Teaching Periods:

The teaching period is split into two semesters and four study periods. Study period one of the autumn semester generally begins in late August and finishes in late October; this is followed by study period two which typically begins at the start of November and finishes in mid-January.

Study period three of the Spring semester generally begins in mid-January and ends in late-March. This is then followed by study period four which generally starts in late-March and ends at the start of June.

There are no official breaks in the academic calendar. In practice, there is a short break over Christmas, as well as over the Easter period. The Academic Calendar gives details

Language:

Teaching is in English. There may be opportunities for exchange students to take part in Swedish classes - check with your department if you are able to take such courses for credit.

The orientation weeks include a short Swedish language course, designed especially for exchange students to give an introduction to the Swedish language. You can sign up for the language course as part of the online application for nominated exchange students, before coming to Lund.

Student life

Accommodation:

Lund University does not own or run any dorm rooms or other types of student accommodation. They provide services through LU Accommodation and other agencies. If you are renting a room from LU Accommodation, the most common form of student accommodation is a corridor room.

There is a limited number of rooms at dormitories in Lund and Helsingborg. The housing application is done separately and, while exchange students are prioritised, Lund does not provide a housing guarantee for all student groups.

The accommodation costs vary depending on where you live and what type of housing you are renting. If you are renting a room from LU Accommodation the rent is approximately SEK 14,000-23,000 for the full semester. Find out more information about how to find housing at the university and how to find housing via accommodation agencies.

Orientation / Welcome week:

All international students are recommended to arrive in Lund on the official arrival day, where mentors and university staff will help you settle into your new life in Lund. International mentors will meet you either at Copenhagen airport or at the railway station in Lund. The orientation week includes a variety of activities that aim to help you settle in smoothly at the University and in student life.

Find out more about the pre-arrival guide and how to prepare for your arrival.

Support Services:

On arrival, you will be assigned an academic supervisor who will guide you through your studies and help with any questions or worries you may have.

The university also offers a number of other student services to support the transition into university life at LUSEM, such as the International Desk, which helps international students with a range of academic and practical matters. In addition, the university offers academic and disability support and also counselling and mental health support.

In order to help students settle in and adjust to everyday life in Sweden, Lund University also offers an International Mentor Programme.

Visas:

You may need a visa to study in Sweden. If you are a UK National you must refer to the Travel Advice page for Sweden and its Living in Sweden guide to check on any visa requirements, and raise any queries directly with the relevant embassy/consulate. If you are not a UK national you should check equivalent advice for your home country. Lund University also provide guidance on visas and residence permits for exchange students.

Health insurance:

Students travelling to Europe may be able to apply for a free UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) or in some circumstances a new UK-issued European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which gives the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the EU. You are strongly recommended to obtain a GHIC / EHIC if eligible. To check your eligibility and find out how to apply if you are eligible, go to the NHS page on Applying for healthcare cover abroad (GHIC and EHIC).

You can find out more about health and insurance from the Lund University website.

Travel insurance:

If you complete the Travel Authorisation process and are approved by the University of York to participate in this programme, you will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Policy. This is a complimentary policy to cover you for the duration of your University of York mobility experience. Please refer to the Insurance website for all travel insurance queries. You may be required to obtain health insurance valid during your exchange.

Student experiences

Georgia, English, Year Abroad 2023/24

"I have now been here almost 8 months and I feel I have managed to settle very well in Sweden. Although after my first semester many of the friends I had initially made had to leave as their Erasmus finished I have found making new friends very easy as the international community is encouraged to be very well connected in Lund. I feel I have become more mature since being in Lund; I value routine more as it helps me take care of myself and I have found a new passion for my degree surrounded by students who are so committed to their subjects, whether they be STEM or humanities. The biggest challenge so far has been acheiving the work-life balance as there are so many opportunities to do new and exciting things, meeting new people, but the reward of learning new things that are not available to me within my own degree as well as the advantages of living a balanced student life have helped me learn to schedule my time in a productive way."

Xiaoxi, History of Art, Year Abroad 2023/24

"My exchange at Lund has been going well. I feel very settled here and really enjoy my journey so far. The biggest challenge is probably how different the teaching style is from York, but I manage to adjust to the local academic culture. The experience of living abroad makes me more and more independent and resilient everyday. "

Have a look at some more student stories on the Global Opportunities website!

Top Tips for Studying in Sweden

Please note: these tips have been provided by students who have studied abroad - Global Opportunities recommends that you use these as a guide only and do your own research on what is best for you.

Money and Banking:

Revolut: This is a great app to have for converting money and making payments with a card. In Sweden, you can't create a Bank Account if you're there for less than 12 months, so a service like Revolut really is the only option.
Monthly Budget: The University of Lund say that students need approximately 8,000-9,000 SEK/month to cover living and study expenses, housing included. It might be useful to plan a specific budget for travel, then once you've settled in a bit book your trips in advance to keep costs down.
Additional costs: flights, accommodation, travel insurance, living costs (food, books, money for additional travel/activities).
Student discounts: When you join Studentlund, you get a student card, ’Studentkortet’, that (together with your regular ID card) gives you discounts at certain cafés, restaurants and on travel tickets (e.g. Skånetrafiken and SJ,) as well as on computers, mobile phones, fashion and books etc., both in shops and online.

*Note that the euro is not used in Sweden.

Staying Connected:

Student nations: The 13 'nations' are large student social clubs that are unique in Sweden. Each nation has its own particular atmosphere. Getting involved with the nations is a great way to meet friends and enjoy student life.
Make plans: Going to International events has been a good way to meet people, especially the trips the international desk organised early in the term and joining a mentor group. A great way to connect with people is also by joining clubs, groups and societies.
Call or send a postcard: A little thing like sending a postcard to your friends or family or having a quick catch-up on the phone can make all the difference and can help you feel a bit more settled.

Food:

ICA: ICA is a popular and relatively cheap supermarket, but there are several other supermarkets slightly further out of the centre.
Student Nations: These social clubs also offer social brunches, evening meals and drinks.
Eating Out: there are loads of restaurants in the city, so there are many places to try authentic Swedish delicacies or a variety of other different cuisines.

Paperwork and bureaucracy:

Be organised: There will be a lot of paperwork to do throughout the year, so be as organised as possible! Make a list of things that need to be done and by when and start working your way through it as soon as you can. The earlier you do it, the better, as sometimes it can take quite a while for documents to be signed and approved. Another good tip would be to give all of the important documentation in a folder so that it's all in one place.
Remember your supervisor: They are here to help, if you are struggling with the amount of paperwork, both your supervisor in York and your host institution are there to support you if you feel stuck or overwhelmed.

What I wished I'd known...:

Making the most of your time: That I wouldn't be spending as long as I hoped there - you never know what'll happen. So go all out all the time, because it could end when you least expect it!

Useful links

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Email global-opportunities@york.ac.uk to make an appointment with one of our advisors.

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