LUT University (Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT)
is a pioneering science university in Finland, bringing together the fields
of science and business since 1969.
At LUT University, you can choose from 23 technology or business
Master's programmes and one Bachelor’s programme in English. Our campuses are
located in Lappeenranta and Lahti, Finland.
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4.4 out of 5 (17 ratings / 13 reviews) Lappeenranta, Finland
Top reasons to study here
- We have been ranked in international university rankings among the top 3% of universities on a global scale (Times Higher Education, QS, ARWU rankings).
- We are the world's best in terms of an eco-friendly attitude, campus environment and learning spaces (International Student Barometer 2017).
- The employment rate of our international graduates is 91% five years after graduation.
Bachelor's programmes
Engineering & Technology (1)
About
History
LUT University (Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT) is a pioneering science university in Finland, bringing together the fields of science and business since 1969.
Education
At LUT University, you can choose from 23 technology or business Master's programmes and one Bachelor’s programme in English.
In the LUT Master's programmes, you can obtain the degree of either in Master of Science in Technology, M.Sc. (Tech.), or Master of Science in Economics and Business Administration, M.Sc. (Econ. & Bus. Admin.). In the Bachelor’s programme, you can obtain a degree of Bachelor of Science in Technology, B.Sc. (Tech.).
Research
LUT research focuses on topical issues requiring action. We seek solutions to get climate change under control, to promote wind and solar power, for the recycling of nutrients and waste, for the continued access to clean water and energy, and for sustainable business activities.
Our strengths are an understanding of the system level of energy systems, the digital design and production of machinery and equipment, as well as demanding metal structures, especially in Arctic conditions. Green chemistry, separation technique, and scientific calculation are special strengths of ours.
We also produce new methods for refining data faster and with greater versatility. In an increasingly digital world, value-added is created through software which is capable of combining data and services in new ways that have not been seen before.
Career
LUT has a tradition of strong links with the business community. LUT is ranked as the best university in business technology cooperation in Finland. We promote business generated by scientific research. This is demonstrated by the university's own investment company Green Campus Innovations, which supports LUT's research-based start-up companies.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
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QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
491 30
2019
521 -20
2018
501
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
501
2019
501
2018
501
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
599 35
2019
634 -64
2018
570
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
901 -100
2018
801
2017
-
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Accreditation
Most of our programmes are accredited by an international accreditation organisation and they have been granted EUR-ACE®, EPAS, EURO-Inf®, ECMI or ASIIN quality labels as an evidence of high-quality education.
The Global Study Awards
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Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
That is amazing experience. I got international master degree with professional professors, good people around. Study programm is complicated but I will do that!
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
University that likes to innivate new studying methods suits me well, since I travel a lot. Schedules and professors have been really flexible. Amount of freedom also gives me responsibilty for my own studies. Campus is located in lake Saimaa, so the university have this beautiful lakeside view.
Lappeenranta
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I really love the quality of teaching and the atmosphere in the campus area. Overall studying and free time experience because of these is great.
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