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About the university

The University of Borås fosters learning, knowledge, and innovation of high quality in an international setting and with significant social relevance.

We work together here with a focus on the future and on making a difference. Problem solvers numbering 21,000 study at the University of Borås in Sweden. 

We have lab environments and a research infrastructure that attract students and researchers from all over the world. Together, we make an impact on society and the future.

We are well-known internationally for our Swedish School of Textiles and our Swedish School of Library and Information Science. We are also one of few universities in Sweden that offer a police training programme.

Science Park Borås is also a part of the university. It is a national leader when it comes to addressing issues of sustainability and consumption.

European University Association

The University of Borås is a member of the European University Association, EUA. EUA represents and supports higher education institutions in 49 countries, providing them with a unique forum to collaborate and keep on top of the latest trends in higher education and research policies.

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Some of our educational programmes have been partially funded by the EU Recovery and Resilience Facility (RRF).

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Unique educational programmes

We offer unique programmes in many subject areas, several of which can only be found here and which attract students from all over. It is important to us that all our educational programmes be conducted in close collaboration with public organisations and business and industry.

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Research with impact

The University of Borås conducts research with sustainability in focus. This means that in many of our research projects, we investigate how we can promote more long-term thinking in our society. Six prioritised areas based on our educational programmes as well as the surrounding society guide our research.

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