Lund University

Most of the Lund University courses are quite popular as this is one of the most popular universities in Sweden. Ranked at #2 in Sweden, Lund University courses like Biological Sciences, Physics & Astronomy, Mechanical Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering, Pharmacy and Pharmacology are some of the many courses ranked by QS. Given below is the ranking table for subjects - 

Lund University is considered one of the top universities in Sweden as well as the whole world. As per Shiksha Popualarity Rankings, it ranks at #2 in Sweden and #62 in the world. Many of the top ranking bodies of the world have ranked this university like the US World, QS, THE, ARWU and more. Given below are the Lund University rankings - 

The Lund University acceptance rate of 58%. The Chalmers University of Technology acceptance range typically between 80-90%, making it much more easier to secure admissions at.

Students interested in admissions to either institute are required to maintain solid academic scores & a professional resume highlighting other skills, as both Lund & Copenhagen have shown a tendency to be picky to varying extents & priortising highly qualified candidates. 

With a 58% acceptance rate, Lund University is moderately tough to get into. The university follows a slightly stringent approach while selecting candidates for its programs. Students must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria including proof of upper secondary education for UG, and a bachelor's degree from an internationally recognised university for PG. Students must perform extremely well in academics, and participate in extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and gain relevant work experience to increase their selection probability.

Lund University is one of the best universities for international students. It is well known for its innovative and interdisciplinary research initiatives. The university has a strong international reputation with partners from more than 75 countries. It emphasizes on relationships with academic institutions and the general public that push boundaries and create extraordinary conditions for scientific breakthroughs and developments.
Unofficial sources claim that over 47,000 students applied to Lund University because of its stellar international reputation and excellent rankings.

With a 58% acceptance rate, Lund University is moderately tough to get into. The university follows a slightly stringent approach while selecting candidates for its programs. Students must fulfill the basic eligibility criteria, including proof of upper secondary education for UG, and a bachelor's degree from an internationally recognised university for PG. Students must perform extremely well in academics, and participate in extracurricular activities, volunteer work, and gain relevant work experience to increase their selection probability.

Though in terms of acceptance rate, Lund University is more selective, it is up to students where to study. A comparison between these two universities is given below: 

• The Swedish Migration Agency regularly releases a list of the most in demand jobs in Sweden, and is worth checking out 
• Korta vägen is a nation-wide employment programme for international students in Sweden and can be accessed via the Swedish Public Employment Service.
• Go through the popular job search platforms in Swedem such as: Arbetsformedlingen (The Swedish Public Employment Service) or the EURES portal. 

International students can work a maximum of 20 hours per week in Sweden, during the studies and full-time during vacations, as is generally the norm for most European countries. For students pursuing a course with a duration of more than 3 months, a residence permit is mandatory to work in Sweden. 

Students must ensure that their work does not interfere with their studies. 

Students found crossing the maximum work hour limits would be detained and may get their Sweden student visa, revoked. 

Check out how you can obtain a residence permit in Sweden: Sweden Study Visa

The Lund University student life is described as "hectic" by one student, and "easy to adapt" by another, as part of Lund University Student Reviews curated from Shiksha Study Abroad. 

Here are some key takeways from the student experience of those who studied at Lund University: