Lund University International Podcast

The Goin' app provides a community space exclusively for newly admitted students at Lund University, helping you to connect even before you've arrived in Lund! In this episode, host Timothy Parker (LU International Office) speaks to two current Lund University students, Daniela Mendoza and Megan Phillips, about their experience using Goin'. Together they discuss what Goin' is and how to join the a...

As of the 21 March, admission results are now out for Master's applications to study at Lund University starting Autumn 2024! In this podcast episode, Lund University's Maria Lindblad and Rebecca van der Steen cover everything you need to know and what you need to do next, whether you're an admitted applicant or on a reserve list. Together they discuss accepting or declining your offer, paying tui...

In this special episode marking International Women's Day 2024, host and current student Mumbi Mwelwa (MSc Information Systems) speaks to two current student guests, Juliana Guillen (MSc Data Analytics and Business Economics) and Hema Srinivasa (MSc Information Systems). Together they discuss their experience as women from the Global South working and studying in technology, addressing topics such...

Lund University is a member the European University Alliance for Global Health (EUGLOH): a network of 9 European universities which focuses on promoting long-lasting and interdisciplinary collaboration in Global Health. As an international student at Lund, you have the chance to get involved in this pioneering collaboration in many ways, from credited courses and workshops to becoming student repr...

Wondering about how you can fit practical experiences like an internship into your studies at Lund University? In this episode, host Rebecca van der Steen (LU International Office) speaks to guests Xuan Tran and Bénédicte Anthony, both current students who recently finished internships while studying at Lund. Together they discuss how to find an internship that's right for you and your studies, wh...

Situated just 20km to the south-west of Lund, Malmö is the third largest city in Sweden, and for many students this bigger city is a popular alternative to living in Lund during their studies. In this episode, host Timothy Parker (LU International Office) speaks to special guest and current student Kim Wölper about her experience of life in Malmö, discussing how Malmö compares to Lund on topics li...

In this episode, host Timothy Parker (LU International Office) talks studying a second Master's degree with special guests Barbora Kozánková and Lili Domián, both of whom are previous Master's graduates of Lund University who decided to return to study again. Together they talk about their motivations for studying a second Master's, how their studies have differed the second time around, the kinds...

Studying at Lund University as an International Student offers an extraordinary chance travel in Europe and explore further afield, outside of Sweden. In this episode, host Elliott Gunnell (LU International Office) discusses travel with current student Emma Barfus, who offers her top tips as a frequent traveller on places to go, opportunities for low-cost and sustainable travel, and pitfalls to av...

While discussion of international studies is often centred on students embarking on the beginning of their professional lives, there are plenty of students who already have career experience who choose to either take a break for study or study alongside their professional work. In this episode, host Maria Lindblad (LU International Office) speaks to Christine Githiomi and Shreeya Bhattarai: two cu...

You've submitted your application for studies at Lund University... but now what? Waiting on your application can be a stressful time, so in this episode, host Maria Lindblad (LU International Office) asks current student guests Marie Morales and Emma Bradshaw about their own experience of applying to Lund. Together they discuss the highs and lows of applying, how they came to apply to Lund, and w...

With the deadlines for applications to study at Lund University starting autumn 2024 swiftly approaching, make sure you're on top of everything you need to know and prepare! In this episode, host Timothy Parker (LU International Office) speaks to student worker and current Master's student Elliott Gunnell, discussing key dates and deadlines, what documents you'll need to apply, final tips for givi...

Lund University is now offering a brand new scholarship programme, the African Research Universities Alliance (ARUA) Scholarship! In this episode, host Daniel Gunnarsson (LU International Office) dives into the focus of the new scholarship, including how much it can fund, who is eligible, and how to apply. Guests include Lund graduate and SI Scholar Naana Afriyie, and International Marketing Manag...

Lund University's Professor Anne L'Huillier was recently awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics for her revolutionary research into new methods of studying electron dynamics in matter using attosecond pulses of light. In this episode, we celebrate Anne and her fellow Nobel laureates' achievement, as host Maria Lindblad (LU International Office) speaks to Kristina Lindgärde, Press Officer at Lund Unive...

Applying to study abroad can be a challenging process, so it's natural to have many questions. In this special podcast episode, host Rebecca van der Steen (Lund University International Office) and international student ambassador Marie Morales answer some of those questions in a discussion that draws on Marie's own experience in applying for her programme at Lund, the Bachelor's programme in Math...

It's an oft-touted statistic that more than 12,000 international students from over 130 countries study at Lund University, but what exactly does that mean for those students? In this episode, host Elliott Gunnell speaks to international students Maaike van der Burg, Sevinj Mursalli, and Raden Dicky Johar Pribadi about their thoughts on what it's really like to study as an international student at...

Host Maria Lindblad (LU International Office) speaks to two special guests from the board of the South Asian Student Association, UTSAV: President Adyasha Mishra, and Cultural Secretary Upasana Regmi. Discussion includes the founding and history of UTSAV, its purpose in providing a community for South Asian students in Lund and raising awareness of South Asian heritage and culture, and the events...

For many international students, the prospect of becoming a researcher or teacher at Lund is an attractive one, but what can that journey actually look like in practice? In this episode, host Timothy Parker (LU International Office) is joined by former international student and LUMES graduate Philipp Montenegro, who now works for the University as a research assistant at the International Institut...

In this episode focusing on everything to do with scholarships, host Timothy Parker (LU International Office) is joined by guests Daniel Gunnarsson and Tullia Mednickson, both of whom work with the scholarship programmes available for students applying to Lund University. In the episode, they cover the main scholarships available to students, from eligibility and the application process to the var...

In this special episode focusing on your application questions, host Maria Lindblad (LU International Office) speaks to guests Amanda Elgh (Student Coordinator, Lund University Centre for Sustainability Studies) and Frank Schreier (Programme Coordinator, Graduate School, Faculty of Social Sciences) to discuss programme-specific documents. Together they define what programme-specific documents are,...

In this episode, host Audrey Savage (LU International Office) is joined by one of our current student ambassadors, Emma Bradshaw, to talk about the LU Ambassador Programme. Together they discuss the basics of what the programme is and what the ambassadors are for, the wealth of information and insight our ambassadors can offer prospective students, and the many opportunities that being a part of t...

As of 16 October 2023, applications to study at Lund University in Autumn 2024 are now open! In this special episode, host Maria Lindblad (Lund University International Office) and Regional Marketing Manager Rebecca van der Steen discuss tips for applying to study at Lund University, including 5 key pieces of advice on how to ensure you prepare properly, from finding the right programme to languag...

In this episode, International Mentor Coordinator Tilda Thorsson and former mentor Johanna Kaspersson join host Timothy Parker (LU International Office) to discuss Lund University's International Mentor Programme, which pairs international students with volunteer student mentors who provide help, guidance, and activities for them during their studies at Lund. Together they talk about the benefits...

In this special episode, host Timothy Parker (Lund University International Office) is joined by Strategic Recruitment Manager Johan Gunnarson, who provides a deep-dive into Lund University and the study opportunities available to international students. Their discussion covers general facts about the Lund University, the city, and the region, and details the application system and admissions proc...

Campus Helsingborg is a vibrant and thriving part of Lund University, situated in a bustling seaside city roughly 50km north of Lund. In this episode, host Timothy Parker (Lund University International Office) is joined by alumna Naana Afriyie, who gives a whirlwind tour of Helsignborg and its campus, covering places to eat and relax, day trips, the beach, and more.

Host Audrey Savage (Lund University International Office) is joined by current international student and campus tour guide Marie Morales to give an audio tour of our main campus at Lund University. Together they discuss the various historic buildings and iconic landmarks that make up the Lund campus, which is situated at the heart of the picturesque city of Lund, Sweden, as well as where you can r...