Mälardalen University

Mälardalen University (Mälardalens universitet, MDU) is a public Swedish higher education institution with main campuses in central Västerås (Universitetsplan 1) and Eskilstuna (Hamngatan 15), as well as teaching in Nyköping, Skellefteå and Karlshamn. Founded in 1977, MDU offers programs across a wide range of fields including design, economics, health sciences, mathematics, music and opera, social and behavioural sciences, languages and communication, engineering, and teacher education. The university conducts world-leading research in selected areas and integrates research into its teaching. MDU has strong industry collaboration, providing students with internships, project work and networking opportunities. Approximately 9 out of 10 graduates find work in their field within 1–1.5 years. Campuses are located in city centres with good public transport links. MDU is an elite-sport-friendly institution (EVL) in partnership with the Swedish Sports Confederation (Riksidrottsförbundet). Both Västerås and Eskilstuna municipalities offer housing guarantees for incoming students.