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Do you place innovation above tradition? Results above prestige? Lab time above sleeping in? 

If this sounds like you and you have what it takes, we invite you to join us on a journey towards new discoveries at a world-class university in Sweden.

 

What can you study at LiU?

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How to apply for master's degree studies at LiU

A step-by-step guide to everything you need to know about applying for LiU's international master's degree programmes using the application system in Sweden.
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Distance education

Do you want to plan when and where to study and where to live? Study while working? LiU offers several international courses and programmes via distance education.

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9/10

Employability

2400 

International students

Top 2%

Universities in the world 


We rank highly

LiU has been named as one of the world’s 200 best universities in education, materials science, sociology and electrical and electronic engineering, according to this year’s QS World University Rankings by Subject.


Good prospects

A degree from LiU makes you a highly sought after employee. An impressive 88% of our students are employed within 18 months of graduating. 


Research that makes a difference

What makes Linköping University special is the lack of boundaries between different subjects and faculties, which has resulted in world-leading research environments and companies

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Linköping University (LiU) offers 30 international programmes, in various subject areas. Most of our master's programmes are two years long and count for 120 credits (ECTS). We currently offer one international bachelor programme taught in English.

We also offer single-subject master's and bachelor level courses, exchange studies and even doctoral studies in English as well. For students who wish to learn to be able to study at university in Swedish, there is a Swedish qualifying course available.

Single-subject courses

Linköping University offers courses at both undergraduate and master’s levels in a variety of study fields. 

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Exchange studies

Studying abroad is not just new knowledge, but a life-changing experience. Join us as an exchange student for a taste of Swedish life on one of LiU's beautiful campuses in East Sweden.
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Doctoral studies at Linköping University

If you want to gain a profound understanding of a particular field, doctoral studies at Linköping University could be for you. You learn scientific methodology, sound research ethics and how to work independently and systematically.

How to apply for bachelor programme studies at LiU

We are pleased that you are considering one of Linköping University's international master's programmes.
If you want to apply for our bachelor's programme please visit studyinsweden.se resource.

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International prospectus 2022

Our latest booklet has detailed information on all of our international degree programmes on offer in 2022. Part catalogue part magazine, our booklet will inspire you to make LiU your number one priority, with interviews, testimonials and insights into the calibre of research and exciting projects coming out of our institution.


Tip: prospective students on our LiU Insider eNewsletter series received the booklet directly via email. If you want to be the first in the know about news from LiU and to be reminded of important dates, just fill in the student enquiry form and we will keep you in the loop.

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Campus cities and our region

Linköping University's three main campuses are located in the cities of Linköping and Norrköping which are both located in the region of Östergötland. Find out what our campus cities and the region have to offer.
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Living costs

You must be able to cover your personal living expenses while studying in Sweden. Check out our student budget, tips to keep your living costs down and information about working while studying.

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Equal Opportunities

We carry out extensive work to promote equal rights, opportunities and obligations to counteract all forms of discrimination, harassment, victimisation and exclusion. This work is known by the term Equal Opportunities.

LiU Podcast: Fika with us

The podcast "Fika with us" is made by students at Linköping University (LiU) for students who are considering Sweden and LiU for their studies abroad.

Fika with us - and learn more about degree students at LiU
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Study Information

Learn about the Swedish academic culture, grading systems, examinations, registrations and more. University studies in Sweden might differ from what you are used to. 

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Filip – Making a difference in climate change

Amounts of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere are rising, and with them the global temperature. LiU master's student Filip Seifarth is hoping to do something about climate change.

She works to reduce carbon dioxide emissions

Emily Rodriguez came to Linköping from the US in 2011. She earned a master’s in environmental science and left to work in Rome, New York and Brussels before returning to LiU. She’s back here now, working on her doctoral thesis.
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Amazing master's experiences in the Amazon

For two weeks, a group of master’s students from Linköping University travelled to the rainforest of the Amazon to conduct field studies. It turned out to be an overwhelming and inspirational experience.

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About LiU

Linköping University, LiU, offers innovative education and boundary-crossing research. The students are among the most desirable in the labour market and international rankings consistently place LiU as a leading global university.
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Ready to change the world?

If you have questions about our degree programmes fill in our form. If you are looking for a programme's specifics just select the programme from the list and we will send it directly to your inbox.