Linnaeus University Växjö Campus: A Comprehensive Guide

Linnaeus University, named after the renowned Swedish scientist Carl Linnaeus, is a modern university in south-eastern Sweden with campuses in Växjö and Kalmar. This article focuses on the Växjö campus, providing a detailed overview for prospective students and visitors. Linnaeus University is the second largest university in southern Sweden. Linnaeus University is the 6th largest university in Sweden with more than 31,000 students.

A Brief History and Overview

Linnaeus University was founded in 2010 through the merger of Växjö University and Kalmar University College. Växjö University began as a local department of Lund University in 1967. The university offers over 150 different degree programmes and 1,300 single-subject courses on bachelor's and master's level. The university has partnerships with roughly 500 universities across the world in over 80 countries.

Linnaeus University has a strong international profile with 1,600 international students every year, 750 partner universities in more than 60 countries and with the first programme in English established more than two decades ago. The first integrated English-language program in non-English-speaking Europe was probably initiated here. At Linnaeus University we want you to grow as a person.

Location and Campus Design

The Växjö campus is located just outside Växjö city center, approximately three miles south of the town center and close to a historic country house, Teleborgs Slott. The campus was designed in the American campus style, such that all teaching premises are within walking distance. Teaching premises and accommodation stand side by side on the campus. The attractive main campus area includes Teleborg Castle and park, the university library, as well as, the student union and student pub. The campus offers a safe, relaxed environment despite the high level of activity.

Accommodation

There are 3700 student apartments and dorm rooms on the university campus housing approximately 4,600-5,200 students.

Academic Environment

Linnaeus University pursues teaching and research. There are different centers and institutes for technology development, transport economics and business logistics, labor market research, small business development and humanities.

The Department of Biology and Environmental Science is part of the Faculty of Health and Life Sciences. Scientists working at the department are involved in research and teaching activities in Biology, Biomedical Science, Pharmacy, Chemistry, Food Science, and Environmental Science. Most of the research laboratories and classes are operated in Kalmar.

Linnaeus University’s School of Business and Economics boasts a prestigious global accreditation from AACSB (the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business). AASCB is the world’s longest-serving and largest accrediting body for business schools, and its highly sought-after accreditation recognizes institutions offering the highest quality of business education and research activity.

A bachelor’s programme at Linnaeus University has a standard three-year duration, with some courses offering flexibility on part-time or full-time basis. The programmes are divided into six main areas: business and economics, computer science, design and humanities, natural sciences, social and behavioural sciences, and technology and engineering.

Student Life

Linnaeus Union, the student union at Linnaeus University, organises enjoyable activities for students outside of their studies, including events, and there are more 70 social clubs and organisations. VIS, a group of students at the university, arranges activities for all those interested in intercultural activities. The international student life coordinator, who assists all incoming students in practical and social matters, can be found at the student union.

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Students at Linnaeus University have three different possibilities to gain international experience: to study abroad, to do an Erasmus traineeship, and to do a degree project abroad.

Campus Facilities and Amenities

The campus offers a variety of service facilities. There are also restaurants, cafés, bars, a sports centre. One of the loveliest places on campus is Stylish café with a pleasant atmosphere.

Food and Drink

Several options exist for food and refreshments on campus:

Restaurang Kristinas: More expansive but also higher quality than Restaurang Kristinas. Coffee and a small cake is included in the price for a meal. Don’t be fooled by: …other customers.
Rasken: The “new kid on the block” opened in 2013 is a lunch alternative to Rasken. But also good for fika and Wednesday After Work.
Cafés: Well, mhh, just a simple, a bit boring café.

Other Services

Convenience Store: It’s like Statoils’ little sister (no fuel or beer though).
Grocery Store: More expansive, has more premium products than Willy:s. Don’t be fooled by: … Willy:s’ Eldorado brand.

Things to Note

Teleborg Castle: Probably Växjö’s most impressive building. Classy, stylish and not as old as you might think (1900). Don’t be fooled by: … the stairs.
The wooden floor: Don’t be fooled by: …the wooden floor.
The dance floor on the second floor: Don’t be fooled by: … the dance floor on the second floor.
The acoustics: Don’t be fooled by: … the acoustics.
The window: Don’t be fooled by: … the window.
The 12 o’clock queue: Don’t be fooled by: …the 12 o’clock queue.
Other customers: Don’t be fooled by: …other customers.
The stairs: Don’t be fooled by: … the stairs.
The believe that all people put on deodorant: Don’t be fooled by: … the believe that all people put on deodorant.
The beer sold there: Don’t be fooled by: … the beer sold there.

The City of Växjö

Växjö (pronounced Vex-sure), the central community in southeastern Sweden, has a full range of cultural and musical life in its museums, theater, cathedral and concert hall. The area is known as the kingdom of crystal since world class glassworks such as Kosta, Boda and Orrefors are located here. The House of Emigrants commemorates the great emigration epoch from 1850 to 1930, when 1.3 million Swedes emigrated to America. The region is also known for its high-tech industry, pulp and paper manufacturing, and is home of the furniture manufacturer, IKEA.

The surrounding pristine lakes and forests are an attraction for those who love wildlife and the outdoors. Växjö is also one of the leading tennis cities in the world as Mats Wilander, Stefan Edberg, Magnus Larsson and Jonas Bjorkman have all trained and played here.

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Växjö, well known for it's high-tech industry, has earned the title of 'Greenest City in Europe'. As the title suggests, it boasts of a long history of commitment to sustainability and environmental issues. The surrounding area consists of forests, pristine lakes, hiking trails, and unspoiled countryside. However, this location is not only for the outdoorsy, as the city has rich culture and an active nightlife as well. With a population just under 100,000, students can visit beautiful medieval churches, historic castle ruins, attend music performances, and taste a variety of cuisines at cafes and restaurants.

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