Exchange: Lund University

Located in southern Sweden, just 40 minutes from Copenhagen, Lund University offers international exchange and study abroad students the chance to experience education from one of Scandinavia’s largest and oldest universities. It provides a unique blend of independent thinking, research, and group work, all in an environment where English is widely spoken, eliminating language barriers. Lund University is highly ranked globally, particularly noted for its programs in Social Sciences, Natural Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. 

Students at Lund can enroll in over 700 courses across various disciplines, with popular areas of study including Economics, Engineering, and Environmental Sustainability. This diverse course offering ensures that exchange students can find subjects that align with their academic interests and goals. 

Credit Equivalency: 60 Credits = 5.0 UofT FCE. 

Available Courses: Check here. 

Restricted Programs: There is limited availability of courses at the Lund University School of Economics and Management (LUSEM), with a maximum of 15 credits per semester for exchange students. The Faculty of Performing Arts, the Malmö Art Academy, and the Faculty of Medicine are restricted. Courses in Journalism are not available. 

Housing: On-campus housing is not guaranteed. More information can be found here.  

 

Location

Country(ies): Sweden
City: Lund
Institution: University

Status

Accepting Applications: Yes
Timeline: Fall (Sep-Jan), Winter (Feb-Jun), Full-Year (Feb-Jun)
Run By: CIE
For Credit: Yes

Deadlines: Fall/Full Year Deadline: January 14, 2026
Winter Deadline: April 8, 2026

Details

Language of Study: English, Swedish
Level of Study: Undergrad, Graduate
Subjects Available at Host: All
Program Type: Study
Tuition & Incidentals: Paid to UofT
Program Fees: No fee
Funding: IE Award

Eligibility

Schools/Faculties: Applied Science and Engineering (Undergrad), Arts and Science (St. George, Undergrad), UTM (Undergrad), UTSC (Undergrad), Faculty of Information (Undergrad), Faculty of Law (JD), Faculty of Music, John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design, Kinesiology and Physical Education (Undergrad), School of Graduate Studies
Requirements: Minimum CGPA: 2.25 (Undergraduates) or B (Graduates)