A selection of ordinary undergraduate courses given at Luleå University of Technology in the fields of engineering, business administration, music and education can be offered in English.

Of the 200 courses that are offered in English most are ordinary courses given in English instead of Swedish to both exchange and Swedish students. Some courses are offered in a combination of languages.

Although the acquisition of basic Swedish is not a requirement, exchange students are encouraged to take all opportunities to learn Swedish. There are beginning courses given each autumn and spring. An intermediate course is given as well for persons who have acquired some Swedish. All Swedish language courses are free of charge.

Exchange students with sufficient knowledge of Swedish are welcome to take any suitable course offered at Luleå University of Technology.

Course credit (Swedish system)
Swedish universities have a system of credit points for studies on the undergraduate and graduate levels. One point corresponds to one week's full-time studies, which for the student means approximately 40 study hours per week, although the number of lectures and classes varies. One academic term comprises 20 weeks = 20 points or 30 ECTS credits.
One academic year (40 study weeks) of successfully completed full-time study gives 40 points or 60 ECTS credits.

Teaching and examinations
Undergraduate studies consists of a combination of lectures, lessons, labs and project work. Written examinations are given at the end of each quarter or term for all the courses given during that period. The examinations can be between two and six hours long. Lab reports and design assignments may also be required.

Exams from one's own university
If an exchange student needs to take an exam given by his/her home university during his/her stay in Luleå, this can be arranged. Normally the exam would be given during one of Luleå University of Technology's testing periods, but special arrangements can be taken into consideration. Exchange students should contact International Office for assistance.

Enrolling assistance to exchange students
The planning of courses is mostly done by correspondence with Luleå University of Technology previous to arrival. If you are a prospective exchange student, you are to notify Luleå University of Technology of the courses you wish to enrol in by May 15 or November 15 the semester you arrive. Please use the Learning Agreement form.