Umeå University, established in 1965, is a comprehensive public research university in northern Sweden. It is known for its strong research in life sciences, social sciences, and humanities, and for its vibrant campus life. The university has a strong international profile and a commitment to sustainability.
Domains taught:
AI and Machine Learning, Bioinformatics, Chemistry, Computer Vision, Data Analytics, Ecology and Sustainability, Life Sciences, Microbiology and Genetics, Physics, Statistics, Structural Engineering
Diplomas*:
Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Status:
Public
Partnerships:
Umeå University has a wide network of international partners and is a member of the University of the Arctic, a cooperative network of universities, colleges, and other organizations committed to higher education and research in the North.
Research:
Umeå University has a strong research profile with a focus on interdisciplinary research. Key research areas include life sciences, Arctic research, and public health. The university is home to several world-class research centers, including the Umeå Plant Science Centre and the Arctic Research Centre at Umeå University (Arcum).
Famous Alumnis:
Emmanuelle Charpentier
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
4200
Current students***:
34000
Foreign students***:
10%
Cumulative former students***:
60000
Pros
A young and dynamic university with a strong research profile and a vibrant campus life. A beautiful natural environment and a commitment to sustainability.
Cons
The university’s location in northern Sweden can be a disadvantage for some students. The winters are long and cold, which may not be suitable for everyone.
Best For
Students who are looking for a comprehensive university with a strong research profile, a vibrant campus life, and a commitment to sustainability.
*: 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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