Uppsala University
Uppsala, SwedenQS #110
University profile
About
Uppsala University is a historic comprehensive research university located in the city of Uppsala in Sweden, and it is the oldest university in the country and the wider Nordic region. It teaches across a broad range of disciplines including the humanities, sciences, social sciences, law, medicine, and theology. As a comprehensive university it combines centuries of tradition with a wide modern research base. Its seal carries the word Veritas together with the phrase Gratiae Veritas Naturae.
Why international students choose it
- International students may value Uppsala University for its long history, its broad subject range, and its standing as an established research institution
- A large number of Master's programmes are taught in English, while much Bachelor's teaching is in Swedish, so applicants should check the language of instruction for each programme
- English proficiency in Sweden is generally strong, which can make studying and daily life more accessible
- The historic university town atmosphere and the international academic community may also appeal to those coming from abroad
