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.
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very large-sized
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Name (English) | University of Gothenburg |
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Name | University of Gothenburg |
Colours | Blue, black and white |
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Address | PO Box 100 Göteborg 405 30 Vastra Gotaland County Sweden |
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+46 (31) 786 1000 | |
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Other locations | Dals Långed (Campus Steneby) and Mariestad |
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The following University of Gothenburg'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 University of Gothenburg's academic range and degree level offering.
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0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro) |
International students |
12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro) |
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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.
uniRank publishes below some basic University of Gothenburg's admission information.
This institution admits Men and Women (coed).
Has University of Gothenburg a selective admission policy? Yes, based on students' past academic records and grades.
University of Gothenburg's acceptance rate range is not reported.
International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.
University of Gothenburg has more than 2500 international students.Tip: search for University of Gothenburg's admission policy with the uniRank Search Engine
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uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for University of Gothenburg.
University of Gothenburg has an enrollment range of over-50,000 students making it a very large-sized institution.
This institution has a range of 3,500-3,999 academic employees (Faculty).
University of Gothenburg is a public higher education institution.
University of Gothenburg is a non-profit higher education institution.
This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.
This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.
University of Gothenburg does not have any religious affiliation.
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uniRank provides below an overview of University of Gothenburg's main facilities:
This institution has a physical Library.
Göteborgs universitet offers the following library information:
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:
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.
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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.
uniRank provides below an overview of University of Gothenburg's main services:
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:
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
This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.
This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.
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University of Gothenburg is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Utbildningsdepartementet, Sverige
Year of first Recognition or Accreditation
1954
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Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study 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.
uniRank shows a diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the University of Gothenburg 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.
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