A modern, international university in Småland, southern Sweden

Sweden’s newest university A merger of Kalmar and Växjö Universities A university embodying the highest quality in its day-to-day business, competitiveness and developmental potential Linnaeus University was inaugurated on 1st January 2010

Where is Linnaeus University situated? Southern Sweden, Scandinavia One hour by train between Kalmar and Växjö

In the spirit of Carl von Linné – Carolus Linnaeus Born 1707 in Råshult close to Växjö, Småland The most famous Swedish scientist (botanist) of all time Linnaeus is a latin form of the Linden tree Intrepid, curious and innovative – a true entrepreneur Went to school in Växjö, to university in Lund, did his doctorate in the Netherlands, became professor 1741 in Uppsala

Linnaeus ”Herbal book” 1725 and the Linnaeus University logo

Linnaeus University – a mission statement Linnaeus University – an attractive and international learning environment promoting curiosity, creativity, companionship and utility

Rector Stephen Hwang The first Rector of Linnaeus University is Stephen Hwang, Professor of Physics Stephen Hwang is an internationally renowned scientist with extensive experience of academic leadership

Linnaeus University in figures 34,000 students (15,000 full-time equivalents) 2,000 employees 6th largest university in Sweden (number of students) Approx. 140 degree programmes Over 40 programmes in English Over 500 single subject courses in English

Research at Linnaeus University MSEK 1500 in turnover, of which MSEK 415 is earmarked for research / PhD research training 145 professors 350 doctoral students

Education and research at Linnaeus University First cycle/second cycle programmes Contract education Research/doctoral studies 8 % 27 % 65 %

Five faculties Faculty of Health and Life Sciences Faculty of Arts and Humanities Faculty of Social Sciences Faculty of Technology School of Business and Economics Board of Teacher Education

Capital of the County of Kalmar with 63,000 inhabitants A city integrated university location Natural sciences are a strong research area Linnaeus University in Kalmar

Linnaeus University in Växjö Capital of the County of Kronoberg with 83,000 inhabitants University campus ”US style” Humanities and social sciences are strong research areas

International Profile Approximately 630 incoming exchange students each year Approximately 180 outgoing exchange students each year More than 600 partner universities in over 50 countries Exchange opportunities for PhD students, researchers/ teachers and administrative staff

Goal: An attractive academic environment An integrated teaching and research environment in co-operation with the surrounding community Attractive, in-demand degree programmes with high knowledge attainment targets An academic environment which is characterized by teaching of the highest quality Committed, creative and critically- evaluative staff and students

Nationally and internationally eminent research Attractive research environment which is supported by and cooperates with the business sector, local municipalities, the county council and other interested parties. Linnaeus University Centres with internationally recognized cutting- edge research Goal: To strive for eminence in research

Goal: To be a driving force for the region A driving force for the region Developing new formats for co-operative outreach ventures with the surrounding community Striving for the provision of skills and expertise and research and development for the region

Goal: To embody global values The region as a base, the world as a stage An academic environment which integrates internationalisation, diversity and sustainable development An academic environment which stimulates openess and knowledge exchange between different countries, cultures, age groups and academic disciplines