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There are around 22,000 higher education institutions in the world. Lund University is consistently ranked among the best in several prestigious global rankings. This page shows our positions in various major global rankings from the following ranking organisations:Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) – World University RankingsTimes Higher Education (THE) – World University RankingsShanghai Ranking Consulta

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/lund-university-rankings - 2026-08-21

Doctoral degrees will be conferred on the faculties' honorary doctors for 2026 at the doctoral degree conferment ceremony on 29 May. Information about the honorary doctors' lectures will be updated regularly on this page throughout the spring. The faculties' honorary doctors for 2026 have been appointed and will receive their degrees at the doctoral degree conferment ceremony in May.Honorary docto

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/academic-traditions/doctoral-degree-conferment-ceremony/honorary-doctors-2026 - 2026-08-21

Course literature is an important part of your studies. You can access the books you need by borrowing them from the library, buying them new or used, or using online resources. Planning ahead can help you save both time and money. Reading listsUniversity programmes and courses often have long reading lists. These are usually available at the start of the course and include the books you are expec

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/literature-and-libraries/course-literature - 2026-08-21

Minimum English language requirementsMost Lund University degree programmes and courses require what is called English Level 6 (advanced level) language proficiency, which is most often demonstrated in one of the following ways:IELTS (Academic) total score 6.5 (with no section less than 5.5)TOEFL internet-based score of 20 (scale 0-30) in written test and a total score of 90Through previous upper

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/admission-degree-studies/entry-requirements/english-requirements - 2026-08-21

We study how biodiversity and ecosystem services are affected by changes in land use and by climate change. The knowledge we gain contributes to sustainable solutions for nature and people. A diversity of animals, plants, and other organisms, many of which are threatened by human activity, is valuable not only for its own sake but also for our survival. We would not be able to live without the imp

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/research-and-innovation/focus-areas/strategic-research-areas/biodiversity-and-ecosystem-services - 2026-08-21

Lund University collaborates and cooperates with top universities all over the world through international networks, programmes and platforms. Global Dynamic Engagement (GDE) is Lund University's approach to enhance our international impact in research, education, innovation and cooperation. In this work, democracy, human rights, academic freedom, and accountability are core values.Through GDE, we

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/global-engagement-and-international-collaboration/collaboration-latin-america - 2026-08-21

As a student at Lund University, you will receive a personal student account with a username and password. This account gives you access to essential digital services, including the student email, the learning platform Canvas, Wi-Fi on campus, the University Library’s online services and licensed software. How to activate your student accountYou must activate your student account yourself. You wil

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/it-resources-and-assistance/student-account - 2026-08-21

Terms of the mentorship assignmentThe assignment as a study support mentor with a student deemed eligible for learning support stretches from the start date until the end of the semester. On average, the mentorship assignment takes around two hours per week, but you plan and structure meetings yourselves.It is important that the study support mentor has continuous contact with the student during t

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/form/mentorship-assignment-agreement - 2026-08-21

The Student Health Centre can help you with questions you may have about your well-being related to your studies. You can book an individual consultation with us. We also offer courses, groups and testing for certain sexually transmitted diseases. All contact with us is free of charge and confidential. Here you will find advice and guidance on looking after your well-being while you are studying.

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/healthcare/student-health-centre - 2026-08-21

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-rights-and-responsibilities/alcohol-and-other-drugs-guidelines-and-support - 2026-08-21

Join our community of 8,500 staff and 46,000 students working to understand, improve and shape the world. Our recruitment process is transparent and fair, and open to international talent. How to apply for an open positionLund University uses the Varbi recruitment system for all recruitments. Applying is straightforward and only takes a few steps:In the vacancy announcement, and click 'Login and a

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/work-us/apply-job-lund-university - 2026-08-21

4 December 2026 15:00 | On 5th December 1946, the first of seven war crimes trials against SS staff, guards, and administrative officials of the Ravensbrück concentration camp began in Hamburg, Germany. To commemorate the 80th anniversary of this legal landmark, we invite you to join us on Friday 4th December 2026 at 15:00, for a panel and reception at the Pufendorf Institute of Advanced Studies a

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/calendar/80th-anniversary-first-hamburg-ravensbruck-trial-panel-reception-exhibition - 2026-08-21

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/management-and-organisation/university-management - 2026-08-21

The assignment of temporary assistant for a student in receipt of a decision for learning support is arranged on a week-by-week basis, from Monday to Sunday. Each week is a separate assignment period and an agreement is signed for each weekly assignment. The fee is SEK 500 per week.The assignment covers support to the student and the student whose current need for support is discussed in consultat

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/form/agreement-weekly-assignments-assistant - 2026-08-21

Why do we process your personal data? The Alumni Network All students who have completed at least 30 ECTS credits at Lund University can become a member of the Lund University Alumni Network. We also welcome those who have worked at the University or who are otherwise involved in educational or research activities at Lund University. If you join the Alumni Network, your details will be stored in t

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/alumni/processing-personal-data-system-alumni-relations - 2026-08-21

With a first-place position in the QS Sustainability Rankings 2026, Lund University consolidates its standing as a global leader in sustainability. Number one in the world for sustainabilityLund University has been ranked number one globally in the QS World University Rankings: Sustainability 2026. The ranking includes around 2,000 higher education institutions from about 100 countries. It measure

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/mission-vision-and-values/sustainability - 2026-08-21

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/university-glance/corporate-publications-and-strategic-documents - 2026-08-21

Here you can find answers to most questions about the Lund University Alumni Network. You are also welcome to join as a member. Who can join? The Alumni Network is for anyone who has studied, worked or been in close collaboration with Lund University. Of course, this includes honorary doctors, guest researchers, board members and others who are close to the University. You are also welcome to regi

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/alumni/faqs-and-contact-alumni-network - 2026-08-21

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/about-university/management-and-organisation/university-board - 2026-08-21

Lund University offers wireless internet access via Eduroam and secure remote access to the university network through a VPN (Virtual Private Network). Wireless network (Wi-Fi)As a student, you can use the global Wi-Fi service Eduroam. It provides a secure internet connection on campus and in many other locations worldwide.You can connect to Eduroam:on Lund University premisesat Lund Municipal Lib

https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/current-students/student-services-and-support/it-resources-and-assistance/wi-fi-and-vpn - 2026-08-21