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Science – 2

Students in a marine biology lab session. Photo: Inger Henrekson Ekström.

At Lund University, you can choose from 3 international Bachelor's and 16 Master's programmes in science. Several programmes also offer different specialisations. The University is highly ranked in science – currently 104th in the world (QS, 2023).

Below you can find out more about our programmes and what it's like to study science at Lund University. For the programme(s) you are interested in, click on the links to go to the programme webpages. There you will find information on entry requirements, how to apply, tuition fees, and more.
 

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Bachelor's programmes in this subject area

We offer three Bachelor of Science (BSc) programmes in science.

3 years | 180 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the BSc in Mathematics:

Mathematics, BSc

3 years | 180 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the BSc in Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science:

Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science, BSc

3 years | 180 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the BSc in Physics:

Physics, BSc

Master's programmes in this subject area

We offer 14 regular and 2 joint Master of Science (MSc) programmes in science. One of the Master's programmes is fully distance learning. Several of our programmes have different specialisation options.

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Astrophysics:

Astrophysics

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Bioinformatics:

Bioinformatics

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Biology with 6 specialisation options:

*This specialisation was not open for applications in autumn 2023. A link will be published here in early autumn 2024.

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Chemistry with 3 specialisation options:

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Computational Science with 3 specialisation options:

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Distance learning

Find out more about the MSc in Geographical Information Systems:

Geographical Information Systems

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Geology with 3 specialisation options:

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in GIS and Remote Sensing:

GIS and Remote Sensing

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Mathematical Statistics:

Mathematical Statistics

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Mathematics:

Mathematics, MSc

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Molecular Biology with 4 specialisation options:

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science:

Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science, MSc

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Faculty of Science | Lund Campus

Find out more about the MSc in Physics with 5 specialisation options:

Joint Master's programmes

Our joint Master's programmes involve studies at different universities in Europe.

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Joint programme | Different universities in Europe

Year 1: Lund University (Faculty of Science) or University of Tartu

Year 2: University of Twente or UCLouvain University

Find out more about the programme:

Geo-information Science and Earth Observation for Environmental Modelling and Management – gem-msc.com

2 years | 120 ECTS credits
Joint programme | Different universities in Europe

Year 1: At Lund, Agricultural University of Iceland, or University of
Helsinki

Year 2: At Lund, Agricultural University of Iceland, or University of
Helsinki (not the same as year 1)

Find out more about the programme:

Nordic Master in Environmental Changes at Higher Latitudes – EnCHiL.net

Studying science

Students at the Faculty of Science benefit greatly from the breadth of our research. Our research and education cover a variety of research areas from molecular to ecological systems, and from biosphere studies to astronomy and high-energy particle physics. One line of research at the faculty, attosecond research, led to the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics for the work of Anne L'Huillier.

See below for impressions of the subject area, faculty, programmes and student life.

You can also read more about the Faculty of Science below.

A view of sölvegatan with several university buildings. Photo: Helena Bergqvist.
Some of the buildings where Faculty of Science subjects (e.g. physics, geography, geology and GIS) are taught on the university campus in Lund.


Using science to tackle global challenges

Scientific knowledge and research have laid the foundations for much of the prosperity of modern society. However, rapid developments in technology and consumption have also created global problems related to the overexploitation of water, land and air. 

Ensuring that the planet's resources are used wisely in the future requires increased research efforts. Politicians and other decision-makers also need to become more aware of scientific evidence and base their decisions on it. You can contribute to this by becoming a student at Lund University and benefiting from a thorough and open-minded education.
 


The teaching style is dynamic, well-structured, practical and fast-paced.

                – Elijah, Master's in Bioinformatics



Diverse and excellent research and education

Science at Lund University is characterised by broad and leading research. We cover all the major research areas in science:

  • astronomy
  • biology
  • chemistry
  • earth sciences
  • environmental sciences
  • physics and 
  • mathematics.

Several world-leading research groups provide a platform for outstanding higher education. Much of the teaching takes place in laboratories that are at the forefront of research. Our teachers are also active researchers, so our students are particularly well trained in the scientific method.

Career opportunities in the region and beyond

If you want to contribute to a sound and sustainable future development, a science education at Lund University is the right choice. It is also a gateway to a large number of R&D companies and science parks in the surrounding Copenhagen–Malmö region during and after your studies. The region is a hub for high-tech companies and research organisations, and is a European leader in several areas. These include pharmaceuticals/biotechnology, IT/telecommunications, food and the environment.

Faculty of Science website

Chat with students in this subject area

You can chat with our student ambassadors on the Unibuddy app to get answers to your questions and find out more about student life. Or read their blogs.

If you have any questions you'd like to ask one of our current students or alumni in this subject area, see below. Not all of our degree programmes have ambassadors available for chat. However, you will probably be able to contact someone in a related subject.


Programmes in other subject areas

You may also be interested in the related degree programme(s) below.

Some of our Master's programmes have a unique interdisciplinary approach and accept students from a range of academic backgrounds.

You can also take a look at our full range of degree programmes.