Students enjoying Kalmar castle

Summer Academy

Due to the coronavirus (Covid-19) Linnaeus University has made the decision to cancel the Summer Academy 2022 also. Please contact summeracademy@lnu.se if you have any questions.

Linnaeus University Summer Academy offers an international, intercultural and interdisciplinary study environment – unique of its kind in Sweden. As a student participating in our summer academy you will get the opportunity to obtain unique academic experience that will enhance your CV and your future career. You gain cultural insights together with a mix of international and Swedish students, while also getting to enjoy the Swedish summer in one of the most attractive summer cities in the country.

Samantha, Tao, Johna and Fantine talk about their studies at Linnaeus University Summer Academy

The location of Linnaeus University Summer Academy is the beautiful medieval city of Kalmar, one of our study sites, voted "Summer City of the Year" in a national travel guide competition.

The courses within our summer academy originate in Swedish culture and an innovative mindset. They are workshop-oriented and have a strong student focus. Courses are offered on undergraduate and graduate level. All courses are 7.5 credit full-time courses, taught in English and many have general entry requirements.

The combination of lectures and workshops within the student's own course and weekly interdisciplinary sessions for all participants at the academy, provide opportunities for new contacts and cultural insights – both from other students and from local and global business representatives.

Our extensive social programme will give you enhanced knowledge about Swedish culture and society as well as about the city and its surroundings. It will also serve as a great opportunity for you to get to know your fellow students at the Summer Academy. The programme offers organised day-trips and weekend excursions as well as outdoor and sports activities, and cultural events. We also offer optional excursions in the weekends.

Student testimonials 

"It has been the best summer of my life so far"

Student

"The reason I applied to Summer Acadamy was because I wanted to meet people from different countries and at the same time have a fun summer. I wanted to study entrepreneurship especially in Sweden because they're known as the innovation center of Europe. 

The classes were incredible interesting and played a big role in my great experience of Summer Academy. The relationship between students and professors is informal which motivates you to ask questions and participate in discussions. Moreover, the classes are incredibly creative with different forms of teaching. Studying Entrepreneurship in Swedish Context was an eye-opening experience. It made me realize what I want to study and focus on for my Master's. Studying with students from so many different countries was amazing not only because it widened my worldview, but also because it made me realize how important it is to consider intercultural aspects in business.

I absolutely fell in love with Kalmar and Sweden! I will miss having fika (cultural tradition of having coffee with friends) and having picnic by the Kalmar Castle. Every second has been memorable. Swimming in the Baltic Sea, the sun and going to the local clubs and pubs. It has been the best summer of my life so far."

Farah Mirboboeva, Russia and Tajikistan.
Course taken: Entrepreneurship in Swedish Context

Application and Admission

 

The application and admission process varies depending on whether you are an international student, exchange student or Swedish student. Mind the following when making your application:
* Only one course can be chosen among the Summer Academy courses. The schedule for all courses runs in parallel.
* A course can be cancelled if the number of admitted students do not reach the required minimum of course participants.
* There is no drop/add period at the beginning of the Summer Academy

Please find more information on the general entry requirements here. For further information regarding admission please contact admission@lnu.se.

More information about the courses

Lecture at summer academy

Accommodation 

Accommodation for students participating in our summer academy varies depending on if you are a:

  • fee-paying student (i.e. student with citizenship outside EU/EES or Switzerland,
  • exchange student (i.e. student who take part in an exchange programme and whose studies are regulated by agreements between Linnaeus University and the home university),
  • or a non-fee-paying student (e.g. student with citizenship from EU/EES or Switzerland).

Social activities

 

Lusa arrival day


As a student at our summer academy, we think you should have as great experiences in your social life as with your studies. Our social programme will give you both enhanced knowledge about Swedish culture and society as about the city and its surroundings. It will also serve as a great opportunity for you to get to know your fellow students at the summer academy. The programme offers organised day-trips and weekend excursions as well as outdoor and sports activities, and cultural events. We also offer optional excursions in the weekends. 

Closing ceremony 2016

Practical information

 

Moving to another country or city, even for a short period of time, requires a great deal of preparation and planning ahead. Administration processes usually take some time, which means you will have to start early.