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English requirements

Four students talking while having coffee. Photo.
In order to be eligible for admission to most of our degree programmes, you will need to meet specific English language requirements. Photo: Johan Persson.

Minimum English language requirements

Most Lund University degree programmes and courses require what is called English Level 6 (advanced level) language proficiency, which is most often demonstrated in one of the following ways:

  • IELTS (Academic) total score 6.5 (with no section less than 5.5)
  • TOEFL internet-based score of 20 (scale 0-30) in written test and a total score of 90
  • Through previous upper secondary studies or previous university studies

All approved tests and other ways in which you can prove your English proficiency at the University Admissions in Sweden webpage

Exchange students should check with their home university for the required English proficiency level to be nominated on an exchange to Lund University.

Admission requirements for exchange students 

Do I need to sit an English language test?

Some students who have previously studied in English may be exempt from submitting formal test results to show their English proficiency. Please note that the exemptions must be met exactly as stated on the University Admissions in Sweden website. 

Exemptions and all ways to prove your English proficiency level at the University Admissions in Sweden webpages

Some programmes have higher English language requirements

Some programmes require a higher English language proficiency level, for example, 'English Level 7'.

In addition, a small number of programmes (in the subject area of English language) demand that all students demonstrate a specific level of language proficiency through a particular test, regardless of previous studies or mother tongue.

Always check the individual programme's admission requirements for details on English requirements.

Deadline for proof of English proficiency

The deadline for proof of English language proficiency to arrive at University Admissions in Sweden is the same as the deadline for receipt of supporting documentation.

Plan early to ensure that you receive and can submit your test scores and other proof by the deadline.

Key dates and deadlines at the universityadmissions.se website

Admissions questions

University Admissions in Sweden
For official information regarding the application process, general entry requirements, document requirements and rules, English proficiency tests and exemptions, tuition and application fees and exemptions, visit www.universityadmissions.se

Programme coordinators
For information regarding whether a programme is right for you or to check specific programme/course content, it is best to contact the programme directly.

Find contact details with the programme/course descriptions

Lund University Admissions Office
University Admissions in Sweden's website provides all formal requirements and rules regarding admission. For further questions regarding a specific application to Lund University, contact the Lund University Admissions Office using the admissions office contact form.

The Lund University Admissions Office admissions office contact form

You can also telephone +46 (0)46 222 9300 during the following hours (with the exception of public holidays):

  • Mondays 10–11 AM
  • Tuesdays 10–11 AM
  • Thursdays 10–11 AM

General study information
For general information about studies at Lund University, you can submit your question using the contact form below (please also check your spam folder for our replies).

Contact form for questions regarding studies