Mid Sweden University (MIUN) is a public university with two campuses, in Sundsvall and Östersund. The university was established in 1993. It is known for its research in forest industries, tourism, and electronics.
Address: Holmgatan 10, 851 70 Sundsvall, Sweden
Forest Industry, Tourism, Electronics
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Data Analytics, Ecology and Sustainability, Electrical and Electronics, Engineering, Industrial Design, Materials, Mechanical Engineering, Process Control, Robotics, Software Engineering, Telecommunications
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
Mid Sweden University has close cooperation with trade and industry, as well as with the public sector, both in the region and internationally. It has strategic partnerships with companies like Ericsson and is involved in various research centers.
Research:
The university’s research is focused on two main areas: The Forest as a Resource and The Tourism industry. It is also strong in electronics, with a focus on sensor systems and wireless communication.
Famous Alumnis:
N/A
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
1000
Current students***:
20000
Foreign students***:
10%
Cumulative former students***:
40000
Pros
A university with a strong focus on applied research in close cooperation with industry. A beautiful natural environment and a good quality of life.
Cons
The university’s remote location can be a disadvantage for some students. The two-campus structure can also be a challenge.
Best For
Students who are interested in applied research in fields such as forestry, tourism, or electronics, and who enjoy a close connection to nature.
- Electronics, Environmental Engineering, Renewable Energy, Research and Development, Sustainable Development, Sustainable Practices
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group, it employs internal staff or external consultants or has public staff without employing them …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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