Jönköping University

An international university in the heart of Sweden

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What is Jönköping University best known for?

Jönköping University (JU) is one of the most international universities in Sweden in terms of the number of international students and faculty as well as student-exchange opportunities. Research is also largely internationally focused, which translates into internationally relevant programmes and courses.

Outside of the classroom, we’re known for our exciting Introduction Week, which has been rated one of the best in Europe, as well as our very active and international student union that offers students loads of extracurricular activities, events, trips, etc.

Home to Jönköping International Business School (JIBS) 

Jönköping International Business School (JIBS) at Jönköping University is one of the world’s 100 highest-rated business schools when it comes to master’s programmes. That’s clear after the Financial Times published its annual ranking in September 2021. JIBS has secured a place on the prestigious list for the first time, in fierce global competition.

JIBS is also the first school in Sweden to gain both EQUIS and AACSB accreditation.

What kinds of programmes does JU offer?

We offer a range of international bachelor’s and master’s programmes, as well as pathway programmes and summer programmes.

Pathway programmes

We offer pathway programmes at three levels to improve your English proficiency in order to meet the entry requirements for studies at Jönköping University.

Bachelor’s programmes

  • Management
  • Entrepreneurship and sustainable business
  • Economics
  • Marketing
  • Graphic design and web development
  • Prosthetics and orthotics
  • Industrial engineering and management
  • Engineering

Master’s programmes

  • Entrepreneurship
  • Digital business
  • Global Studies: sustainable societies and social change
  • Logistics and supply chain management
  • Marketing
  • Economics
  • Finance
  • Learning, digitalisation and sustainability
  • Sustainable communication
  • Occupational therapy
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Informatics
  • Industrial design
  • Product development
  • Child studies
  • Building information management (BIM)

JU Summer School

JU Summer School consists of two courses offered in English, which welcome students from around the world interested in the areas of engineering, management, health and welfare. The courses have a special focus on internationalisation and sustainability.

What’s the alumni network like?

Our alumni networks span the globe. Jönköping International Business School and the School of Engineering also maintain their own alumni networks.

What are the connections to local industry like?

We believe that one of the most important parts of your learning journey is to get the opportunity to try out your future profession via direct contact with Swedish and international businesses. This will give you valuable real-life experiences and cultural knowledge, making you more employable. You’ll also get the chance to establish contacts with future employers, as well as build a network of contacts in the business world.  Many programmes at JU offer the opportunity to collaborate with companies in various ways – from student projects and customised courses, to internships and industrial placements. Nearby Science Park, a business incubator partly financed by JU, creates an environment for innovative students to try out and commercialise their ideas.

Jönköping University Campus
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