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Göteborgs universitet

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world rank  305

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Overview

Established in 1891, the Göteborgs universitet (University of Gothenburg) is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Göteborg (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Vastra Gotaland County. This institution also has a branch campus in Dals Långed (Campus Steneby) and Mariestad. Officially recognized by the Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige (Ministry of Education and Research of Sweden), Göteborgs universitet (GU) is a very large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: over-50,000 students) coeducational Swedish higher education institution. Göteborgs universitet (GU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 133-year-old Swedish higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on students' past academic records and grades. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. GU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Göteborgs universitet's Control Typepublic

Entity

Göteborgs universitet's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Göteborgs universitet' Size by Total Enrollmentvery large-sized

Selectivity

Göteborgs universitet's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (English) University of Gothenburg
Acronym GU
Founded 1891
Motto Tradita innovare innovata tradere
Renew our heritage and pass it on renewed
Colours Blue, black and white
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University Location

Address PO Box 100
Göteborg
405 30 Vastra Gotaland County
Sweden
Göteborgs universitet's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Göteborgs universitet Phone Number +46 (31) 786 1000
Göteborgs universitet Fax Number +46 (31) 786 1064
Other locations Dals Långed (Campus Steneby) and Mariestad

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Göteborgs universitet's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Göteborgs universitet's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Göteborgs universitet's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Göteborgs universitet.

Göteborgs universitet: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
International
students
12,500-14,999 US$
(11,390-13,670 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Göteborgs universitet's admission information.

Göteborgs universitet's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Göteborgs universitet's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Göteborgs universitet a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Göteborgs universitet's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Göteborgs universitet's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

University of Gothenburg has more than 2500 international students.

Göteborgs universitet's Admission Office Admission Office

Rosenlundsgatan 4
Göteborg 405 30
(31) 786 1050


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Göteborgs universitet.

Göteborgs universitet's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Göteborgs universitet has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.


Göteborgs universitet's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 3,500-3,999 academic employees (Faculty).


Göteborgs universitet's Control Type Control Type

Göteborgs universitet is a public higher education institution.


Göteborgs universitet's Entity Type Entity Type

Göteborgs universitet is a non-profit higher education institution.


Göteborgs universitet's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Göteborgs universitet's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Göteborgs universitet does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Göteborgs universitet's main facilities:


Göteborgs universitet's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Göteborgs universitet's Library

Göteborgs universitet offers the following library information:

  • Eight libraries

Göteborgs universitet's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

Göteborgs universitet offers housing options for its students. The university provides information about student accommodation through its official website. Students interested in exploring housing opportunities can find detailed information at:

https://www.gu.se/en/study-in-gothenburg/when-you-are-here/student-housing

The university's housing services may include:

  • On-campus accommodation
  • Off-campus housing assistance
  • Information about local housing markets
  • Guidance on finding suitable accommodation

These resources are designed to assist students in securing appropriate living arrangements during their academic tenure at Göteborgs universitet. The availability of such services can be particularly beneficial for international students or those unfamiliar with the local area.


Göteborgs universitet's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Göteborgs universitet's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

This institution has an institutional hospital that is owned and operated by the university. Institutional hospitals are typically affiliated with medical schools and provide a range of medical services to patients, while also serving as a teaching hospital for medical students and residents.


University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Göteborgs universitet's main services:


Göteborgs universitet's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Göteborgs universitet offers various financial aids:

  • Merit-based scholarships
  • Need-based scholarships
  • Grants for research projects
  • Student loans
  • Support for international students

Göteborgs universitet's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Göteborgs universitet (University of Gothenburg) provides study abroad opportunities through its exchange programs. These programs allow students to study at partner universities both within Sweden and abroad. The university collaborates with various institutions to facilitate student exchanges, enhancing cultural and educational experiences. More information at https://www.gu.se/en/study-in-gothenburg/when-you-are-here/exchange-opportunities

Göteborgs universitet's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.


Göteborgs universitet's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Göteborgs universitet's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Göteborgs universitet's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Göteborgs universitet is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1954


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Göteborgs universitet's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Swedish Higher Education Authority (SHEA)
  • European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD-EQUIS)


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Göteborgs universitet's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • European University Association (EUA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Göteborgs universitet 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Göteborgs universitet's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Göteborgs universitet's Facebook page Göteborgs universitet's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Göteborgs universitet's X (formerly Twitter) page Göteborgs universitet's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Göteborgs universitet's YouTube channel Göteborgs universitet's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Göteborgs universitet's Instagram page Göteborgs universitet's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Göteborgs universitet's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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