Uppsala University, Sweden

Uppsala University is the oldest university in Sweden, founded in 1477. The University is characterised by diversity and breadth, with international frontline research at nine faculties and educational offerings at Bachelor’s and Master’s levels.

In the city of Uppsala, student life revolves around the 13 student nations. The nations are student clubs that date back hundreds of years. Only students can become a member of the nations, which are responsible for arranging activities and events specifically for students. Most nations have a café, pub and restaurant, and popular nation activities include club nights, formal dinners, balls and musical events. As a member, you can also join a wide array of personal interest groups and sporting clubs.

Network partner

Uppsala University and the University of Glasgow are both members of the Guild of European Research-Intensive Universities

Programme partner

Erasmus Mundus Joint Master Degree: Global Markets, Local Creativities

Mobility partner 

>> Information for incoming students

Estimated number of mobility places for each subject: 1-3 full-year  or 2-6 semester places

Available Subject Areas

Please ensure that you research the courses available to you as an exchange student, and check with your subject coordinator(s) that these courses are suitable for your Glasgow degree programme. Please note that partner course offerings may change on a yearly basis.

Please research course level; content and assessment structures; partner academic pre-requisites for exchange students; whether enough courses / credits are available in your degree subject(s) to meet your Glasgow degree credit requirements; language of teaching and for Joint Honours students, whether the partner has any restrictions on taking courses from different Schools/Faculties.

  • English Language
  • English Literature
  • Law

Key facts 

  • Language of teaching: some courses available in English. All exchange students have the chance to study a course in basic Swedish for free (application takes place on arrival).  UofG students should ensure that all required courses are taught in a language in which they are at least proficient at B2 level. 
  • Calendar
  • Student life 
  • Accommodation

Travel and costs

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