Uppsala University is a well-known research university, ranked among the top 100 worldwide. Founded in 1477, UU is the oldest university in the Nordic countries.
One crucial factor for success is the long-standing connections between the university and the industries in and around Uppsala; another is the long tradition of basic research and training of successful team players carried out at the university. Uppsala is a hotspot for many high-tech companies in fields such as energy, IT and biotechnology. Almost all of them sprang out of research carried out at the University.
As an Uppsala student you will obtain a high-quality education and access to the very latest research findings. You will be immersed in a vibrant cultural setting based on several centuries’ traditions. The internationally recognised Master of Science degree provides a qualification that is sought after in the international labour market and is also a good preparation for PhD studies.
UU boasts an international environment with excellent facilities including modern labs, wireless network access and extensive library collections, with a relaxed study environment.
Uppsala has just about everything that a major city can offer in terms of sports and recreation. There are 13 student clubs (‘nations’) that offer libraries, restaurants and facilities for many kinds of social and recreational activities, including large-scale celebrations.