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Jönköping University

Jönköping University

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Top reasons to study here

  • Jönköping University is one of Sweden's leading universities in the area of internationalisation and has an extensive exchange programme.
  • Jönköping University (JU) is one of three Swedish private, non-profit institutions of higher education with the right to award doctorates.
  • As an international student, you’ll find that this prevalence of English makes adapting to your new surroundings easier.

History

1977: Reform of Swedish higher education. Jönköping University College is set up as a state university college.

Education

Jönköping University is characterised by focused profiles, internationalisation, an entrepreneurial spirit and collaboration with the surrounding society.Jönköping University offers courses and study programmes taught in English at all three levels: Undergraduate, Master and Doctoral.

Research

Jönköping University conducts research in a focused and international environment. Each school has its own designated focus areas and research activities.The focus areas at Jönköping International Business School are entrepreneurship, ownership and renewal. The School of Education and Communication examines the conditions for education and communication. The School of Engineering provides technical expertise and know-how to small- and medium-sized enterprises. The School of Health and Welfare addresses health, care and social work from a unique holistic perspective.

Career

Career Center gives businesses and organisations a variety of ways to meet and interact with students.Career Center aims to strengthen students' opportunities of successfully finding appropriate employment upon graduation through:

  • Meetings with representatives from professional life
  • Career guidance
  • Seminars, courses and projects
  • Providing information about the labour market

Student services

We offer you help and guidance in different matters related to your studies. In particular we assist you with issues related to registration, change of address, certificate of registration and the pick-up of exams.Regarding questions on examination and re-examination (for instance, problems to sign up for an exam) please contact the Examination Group.

Housing services

Admitted students will receive a link to apply for accommodation.

  • Double or single room accommodation off-campus. The kitchens and bathrooms are shared with other students.
  • Housing alternatives include bed, bed quilt, pillow, wardrobe, access to laundry-room and kitchen including fridge. Fixed utility cost (electricity and water included). Some kitchen utilities may be left to use by previous students

Library services

The University Library provides an inspiring setting which is conducive to studying. It offers high-quality collections in printed and electronic form. Information services are available on location as well as over the internet, and the seminar rooms are open 24 hours a day.

ICT services

Each school has its own computer facilities for students, accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In addition, wireless internet access is also available on campus.

Medical services

Student Health Care is available free of charge to students during their entire period of study. At Student Health Care you can meet a counsellor, nurse or student chaplain if you need someone to talk to.

Campus life

The modern campus with all four schools, the University Library and the Students' House is situated right in the centre of Jönköping, close to everything that the city has to offer. Jönköping is one Sweden's ten largest cities and is also one of the most beautifully situated at the juncture of three sprawling lakes.

Sports facilities

Jönköping Universitys new sports centre will include a multifunction hall, an activity centre and a gym. The sports centre will be located next to the School of Health Sciences, and is expected to be completed in November 2013. The centre together with the terrace and the bridge will link the north and south parts of the campus.

The modern campus offers a variety of services, including the library, health care, career centre, computer labs, cafés and restaurants.

Student clubs

The Jönköping Student Union is run by students, for students. The union safeguards the students interests in many areas of student life and at the university. To guarantee an active student union, and to ensure student influence at Jönköping University, the university has decided that membership in Jönköping Student Union shall be mandatory for all students at the university. The membership fee varies and is determined by the form of study.

JIBS first in Sweden to receive AACSB accreditation

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