Luleå University of Technology is a global university, we attract students and researchers from all corners of the world. We are well known for our university culture that form close relations between students and faculty. Partnerships are formed with companies and organisations, regionally, nationally and internationally, which strengthen your ability to further your career later in life.
- #710 Ranking
- 24 Masters
- 1,815 Academic Staff
- 19,155 Students
- Public Institution Type
Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (10)
- Master Arctic Mineral Resources
- M.Sc. Electrification
- M.Sc. Georesources Engineering
- Master Maintenance Engineering
- M.Sc. Materials Engineering
- Master Spacecraft Design
- M.Sc. Wood Technology
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (9)
- Master Arctic Mineral Resources
- M.Sc. Electrification
- M.Sc. Georesources Engineering
- Master Natural Resource Governance
- M.Sc. Wood Technology
Arts, Design & Architecture (5)
- Master Music Performance
- Master Spacecraft Design
Computer Science & IT (4)
- Master Applied AI
- Master Data Science
- Master Information Security
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (3)
- Master Data Science
- Master Spacecraft Design
Social Sciences (3)
Agriculture & Forestry (1)
- M.Sc. Wood Technology
Business & Management (1)
- Master International Business
Humanities (1)
About
History
During the 70s, the university is established , the origin of the technical base year is started and the first civil engineers graduate.
Education
Skills development, education, research and innovation. These are the areas included in the letter of intent on strategic collaboration that Luleå University of Technology and Kiruna Municipality have signed.
Research
Research at Luleå University of Technology is for the most part applied research and is conducted in close collaboration with international and national companies.
The research has a turnover close to EUR 95million and covers 69 research subjects.
Career
The Career Center at Luleå University of Technology is a bridge between academia and industry. We support the students for their upcoming career and are available as contact for those in industry and/or the public sector who want to market their organisation and recruit students from Luleå University of Technology.
Luleå University of Technology Scholarships
Below you will find scholarships for Luleå University of Technology.
Distinction can be made between scholarships provided by the University and those provided by independent providers.
Scholarships applicable to all disciplines (13)
Independent provider
Grant
200000 INR
Deadline
Not specified
Education Future International Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
8000 EUR
Deadline
Not specified
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
08 Jan 2024
The Crowder Law Firm Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
19 Feb 2024
The Blossom Law Caregiver Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
31 Mar 2024
The Annual IELTSing Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
90000 AUD
Deadline
Not specified
World Universities Ramsay Postgraduate Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
$1,000 All Star Verified Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
06 Nov 2023
Atlas Shrugged Essay Contest
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
AAPG Foundation Grants-in-Aid
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
500 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2023
CryptoRunner Scholarship
Merit-based Need-based
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Independent provider
Grant
965 USD
Deadline
Anytime
Dr. Martin Blank – SYB Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
31 Dec 2023
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Merit-based
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
Not specified
Anonymous Hope Fund
Merit-based Need-based
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For a complete overview of scholarships worldwide, visit our scholarship search.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
710 50
2022
760 9
2021
769
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
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2021
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2020
801
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
At the International Office of Luleå University of Technology, we will do our very best to serve you during your stay. We know the regulations that apply for exchange students in Sweden. We also know the university and we have access to a wide contact network of colleagues in universities all over the world.
Housing services
Luleå University of Technology does its best to make sure that all Exchange students on university exchange programmes and Master’s students who pay tuition fees or hold tuition fee waiver/scholarship receive housing during their time of study. However, this only extends for a reasonable time and it is your obligation to inform us of your arrival, and of the fact that you require accommodation.
Library services
You need a library account to be able to use the services in the library, for example borrow books and order interlibrary loans. Everyone from the age of 18 can get a library account.
You can use the account at these libraries:
- Luleå university library
- Department for music and media in Piteå
- Campus Library, Skellefteå
- Sunderby hospital library
ICT services
We are here for you. If you have IT questions, there are three ways you can contact the IT Servicedesk: by phone, in person, or online. We handle issues in all campuses. Do not hesitate to contact us for both big and small questions!
Medical services
It is important that you obtain sufficient health (dental care included) and travel insurance in your home country. You will not be able to do this in Sweden. EU/EEA citizens and citizens from certain countries, which have a mutual health insurance agreement with Sweden, do have the right to the same medical benefits, even though they are non residents in Sweden.
Student Life
Campus life
Studying at Luleå University of Technology in Skellefteå gives you access to a campus with library, sports center, student counseling, learning center, restaurants, cafés. By joining the Student Association you can participate in sports activities, use of rehearsal studio, visit the student pub, movie nights and other activities.
Sports facilities
Student sports at Luleå University of Technology (StiL) is considered as one of Sweden's absolute best. For those who like physical activity, Luleå University of Technology is the right place to be. At StiL on campus in Luleå you can choose from a wide range of sports activities.
Activities:
- Alpine skiing
- Budo
- Ice hockey
- rinkball
- Arm wrestling
- Cardio Cross
- Canoe
- Swimming
- Badminton
- CXWORX
- Climbing
- Spinning
- Basketball
- Dancing
- Lacrosse
- Squash
- Body Balance
- Football
- Cross Country Skiing
- Weight Training
- Bodystep
- Functional Cross
- Running
- UV rugby
- Bodypump
- Fencing
- Massage
- Walking
- BODYVIVE
- Handball
- Milon
- Volleyball
- Table tennis
- Indoor Walking
- Mutisport
- Yoga
- Box
- Floorball
- Orienteering
- Zumba
Student clubs
There are two student unions at Luleå University of Technology: the Student Association of Engineering and Luleå Student Union. They work to ensure that students at Luleå University of Technology have the best education, lead rich social lives, and are well prepared for the labour market.
Student Reviews
Space intrumentation engineer
Provided by ESN rated 4 out of 5 stars
The courses taught at my university are very well-structured and interesting. The system is quite flexible and allows students to choose subjects as per their interests and choices.
Personal Review of LTU
Provided by ESN rated 4 out of 5 stars
The Lulea University of Technology is one of the best technological universities in the Scandinavian area, they have seasoned and experienced lecturers, and the interactions with international students make it the ideal place for learning.
LTU is great!
Provided by ESN rated 5 out of 5 stars
Luleå University of Technology (LTU) is a university with a very good cohesion and it is really easy to get new friends. The facilities is newly renovated and the study atmosphere is good as well. The university is located in northern Sweden, which means that it will be much snow in the winter.
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