Science
Degree programmes taught in English
At Lund University, you can choose from 3 English-taught Bachelor's and 16 Master's programmes in science. Many of these offer different specialisations. We rank in the top 50 for geography and in the top 100 for various other subjects (QS, 2024).
Find out more about our programmes and studying science at Lund University below. Use the links to go to the programme pages for details on entry requirements, application procedures, tuition fees and more.
Bachelor's programmes in this subject area
We offer the following Bachelor's programmes in science.
Admissions FAQs
Quick answers to your questions about application and admissions.
Master's programmes in this subject area
We offer the following regular and joint Master's programmes in science. One of the Master's programmes is fully distance learning. Several of our programmes have different specialisation options.
- Applied Computational Science, Biology
- Applied Computational Science, Chemistry
- Applied Computational Science, Environmental Science
- Applied Computational Science, Geology
- Applied Computational Science, Physical Geography
- Biology, Animal Ecology
- Biology, Aquatic Ecology
- Biology, Conservation Biology
- Biology, Evolutionary Biology
- Biology, General Biology
- Computational Science, Geoscience
- Computational Science, Physics
- Computational Science, Scientific Computing
- Molecular Biology, General
- Molecular Biology, Immunology and Infection Biology
- Molecular Biology, Microbiology and Biotechnology
- Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology
Joint Master's programmes
Our joint Master's programmes involve studies at different universities in Europe. They usually have different application procedures and dates from our regular programmes (listed on their websites).
- Geo-information Science and Earth Observation for Environmental Modelling and Management – gem-msc.com
- Nordic Master in Environmental Changes at Higher Latitudes – EnCHiL.net
You can also download our programme fact sheets below for more Lund-specific information. They will open in a new tab:
For related programmes and interdisciplinary options, see 'Programmes in other subject areas' at the bottom of this page.
Studying science
Students at the Faculty of Science at Lund University benefit greatly from the breadth of our research. Our research and education cover a wide range of areas, from molecular and ecological systems to biosphere studies, astronomy and high-energy particle physics. A prominent line of research in physics at Lund, attosecond science, led to the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physics awarded to Anne L'Huillier.
Get a glimpse of the faculty, programmes and student life below.
You can also read more about the Faculty of Science below.
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.
More research is needed to ensure that the planet's resources are used wisely in the future. Politicians and other decision-makers also need to become more aware of scientific evidence and base their policies and decisions on it. You can contribute to this by becoming a student at Lund University. Here you will benefit from a thorough and progressive 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
- mathematics.
Several world-leading research groups provide a platform for exceptional higher education. Much of the teaching takes place in laboratories that are at the forefront of research. Our teachers are also active researchers, ensuring that our students are particularly well trained in the scientific method.
Career opportunities in the region and beyond
If you want to contribute to a sustainable and future-proof development, a science education at Lund University is the right choice. It also serves as a gateway to a large number of R&D companies and science parks in the surrounding Copenhagen–Malmö region, both during your studies and after graduation.
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
- the environment.
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.
If you have any questions for our current students or alumni in this subject area, see below. Not all 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.
Related Bachelor's programmes
We don't currently offer any closely related Bachelor's programmes.
Related Master's programmes
The links below are to the programme webpages:
- Biotechnology
- Environmental Sciences, Policy and Management's (joint programme) – mespom.eu
- Food Innovation and Product Design (joint programme) – fipdes.eu
- Food Technology and Nutrition
- Nanoscience
- Pharmaceutical Technology: Discovery, Development and Production
- Photonics
- Production and Materials Engineering
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.