Introduction

LUT University, whose full name is Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology, is a public university of science and technology in Finland. It focuses on technology, business and social sciences and is committed to using its expertise to seek new solutions for important resources such as clean energy, water and air, and to promote the sustainable development of society and enterprises.

Overview

Number of students and faculty: The school has more than 9,000 students and faculty, including international students from 98 different countries, forming a diverse international community.

Course settings: It offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral degree programs covering energy, computer science, business management, industrial engineering and other fields, focusing on cultivating students' practical ability and innovative thinking to meet the society's needs for different professional talents.

History and establishment time

LUT University was established in 1969.

School strength

Faculty: It has a high-quality faculty team, including many experts and scholars with rich teaching and scientific research experience in related fields. They can not only impart professional knowledge, but also guide students to conduct cutting-edge research and practice, providing strong support for students' growth and development.

Scientific research level: The research results in the fields of energy, environmental science, computer science, etc. are remarkable, and have made important contributions to solving the energy and environmental problems facing the world. For example, in-depth research has been carried out in the development and utilization of renewable energy, the improvement of energy efficiency, water resources management and sustainable development, and a series of scientific research results with international influence have been achieved. The school also actively cooperates with enterprises and all sectors of society to promote the transformation and application of scientific research results, and promotes the development of regional economy and social progress.

Teaching resources: Equipped with advanced teaching facilities and laboratories, it provides students with a good learning and practice environment. The school's library has a rich collection of books and complete database resources, which can meet the various literature needs of students in the process of learning and research. In addition, the school has established cooperative relations with many well-known domestic and foreign companies, providing students with abundant internship and employment opportunities, helping students to better combine theoretical knowledge with practice and improve their employment competitiveness.

Institutional nature

Public university.

Educational philosophy

LUT University's educational philosophy emphasizes "purposeful science". Its strategic choices, scientific research, academic education and social interaction all follow the principles of ecological, economic and social sustainable development. It focuses on cultivating students' sense of social responsibility and sustainable development awareness, guiding students to pay attention to global issues, and through interdisciplinary learning and research, seek solutions and ways to achieve an organic combination of personal growth and social development.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Disciplines such as computer science perform well in international rankings and rank among the top ten in the world in the field of climate action. In the 2024 QS World University Rankings, the school ranks 351st in the world.

Key laboratories and research centers: The school has a number of laboratories and research centers related to key disciplines, such as the Energy System Laboratory and the Water Resources Research Center. These laboratories and research centers are equipped with advanced instruments and professional researchers, providing a strong guarantee for the development of cutting-edge scientific research work, and have achieved a series of important research results in energy technology innovation, water resources management and protection.

Department

LUT University has multiple departments, including the Department of Technology, the Department of Business, and the Department of Social Sciences. The departments collaborate with each other to carry out interdisciplinary teaching and research activities, providing students with a wide range of subject choices and a comprehensive learning experience.

Ranking

2024 QS World University Rankings 351st.

2024 THE Ranking 251-300.

Expenses

Tuition fees: Finnish students and EU students do not need to pay tuition fees, while non-EU students’ tuition fees vary depending on their majors.

Living expenses: The cost of living in Finland is relatively high, costing about 60,000 to 80,000 RMB per year, including accommodation, food, transportation and other expenses.

Campus

LUT University’s campuses are located in Lappeenranta and Lahti. The campus environment is beautiful and the facilities are complete, providing students with good learning and living conditions. The school has modern teaching buildings, libraries, laboratories, student dormitories, restaurants and other facilities on both campuses to meet the students' learning and living needs.