Linnaeus University

Overview

Linnaeus University, a Modern Swedish University Rooted in Scientific Tradition

Linnaeus University, founded in 2010 through the merger of Växjö University and the University of Kalmar, is named after the celebrated botanist Carl Linnaeus. With campuses in Växjö and Kalmar, Sweden, and over 40,000 students, the university offers a broad range of Bachelor’s and Master’s programs across business, technology, health, and the social sciences, combining Swedish academic quality with a strong international outlook.

Quick Facts

Location

Växjö & Kalmar, Sweden

Founded

2010 (merger of Växjö University & University of Kalmar)

Internship Opportunities

Erasmus+ Traineeships and IAESTE placements

Recognition

Times Higher Education Impact Rankings — 301–400 band

Undergraduate Programs
  • International Business Programme
  • International Tourism Management
  • The Economics Programme
  • The International Marketing Programme
  • Network Security Programme
  • Software Technology Programme
  • Design + Change
  • Visual Communication + Change
  • Peace and Development Programme
Graduate Programs
  • Business Process Control and Supply Chain Management (Frontiers in Logistics & Supply Chain Management)
  • Business Process Control and Supply Chain Management (Frontiers in Management Accounting & Process-based Control)
  • Economics
  • Entrepreneurship, Sustainability and Social Change
  • Innovation through Business, Engineering and Design – Specialisation Business
  • International Business Strategy
  • Leadership and Management in International Contexts
  • Marketing
  • Tourism and Sustainability
  • Digital Humanities
  • Information Systems
  • Software Technology
  • Colonial and Postcolonial Studies
  • English Language and Literature
  • Innovation through Business, Engineering and Design – Specialisation Design
  • Media Cultures: Intermedial and Multimodal Studies
  • Media, Democracy and Human Rights
  • Aquatic Ecology
  • Chemistry
  • Evolutionary Ecology
  • Forestry for Green Sustainable Development
  • Mathematics and Modelling
  • Physics
  • Global Peace, Justice and Well-being
  • International Affairs
  • Peace and Development Work
  • Psychology, Work and Organizational Psychology
  • Energy and Management for Sustainable Development
  • Innovation through Business, Engineering and Design – Specialisation Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Renewable Electric Power Systems
  • Sustainable Energy Technologies and Systems
  • Sustainable Structural Engineering

Why Study At Linnaeus University?

For overseas students, Linnaeus University provides an engaging experience.

Modern and Excellent Education

The institution places a strong emphasis on providing students with an excellent education that is current, applicable, and enables them to truly change the world. Students are surrounded by teaching and research personnel in a dynamic learning environment.

Experience Two Campuses in Nature-Loving Cities

Students can live a distinctive lifestyle at campuses in Kalmar and Växjö. Kalmar is a quaint city by the Baltic Sea that offers a high standard of living, while Växjö is encircled by lakes and forests.

High International Profile

Linnaeus University hosts thousands of international students annually and has partner universities in more than 80 countries. A multicultural and varied learning environment is therefore produced.

Career Opportunities & Industry Collaboration

With its close relationships to major players in the industry, such as IKEA, Linnaeus University provides graduates with research projects, internships, and beneficial networking opportunities that improve their chances of landing a job.

Active Student Life and Support

With a plethora of clubs, student groups, and buddy programs (such as ESN Kalmar and ESN Växjö), the institution facilitates the integration, friendship-making, and cultural engagement of international students.

Popular English-taught Programs

Linnaeus University offers a wide range of bachelor’s and Master’s programs taught in English. Here are a few examples of popular programs and their typical durations.

International Business

Focuses on global business practices, management, and cross-cultural communication.

Software Technology

Covers software development, programming, and contemporary technology.

Peace and Development Programme

Explores global challenges related to peace, conflict, and sustainable development.

International Tourism Management

Provides knowledge and skills for a career in the international tourism industry.

Master of Arts in English Language and Literature

 An in-depth exploration of English language, literature, and cultural studies, with specialization options in linguistics or literature.

Design, engineering, and business innovation

Focuses on interdisciplinary innovation processes, often in collaboration with industries.

Media Cultures Intermedial and Multimodal Studies

Explores contemporary media landscapes and communication in a global context. 

Tourism and Sustainability

 Focuses on sustainable development within the tourism sector.

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