Högskolan Väst Competitors

Karolinska Institutet is one of the world´s leading medical universities. Our mission is to contribute to the improvement of human health through research and education. Karolinska Institutet accounts for over 40 per cent of the medical academic research conducted in Sweden and offers the country´s broadest range of education in medicine and health sciences. Since 1901 the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine. Karolinska Institutet was founded by King Karl XIII in 1810 as an "academy for the training of skilled army surgeons". Today, Karolinska Institutet is a modern medical university and one of the foremost in the world. With our close relationship to the clinical milieu, a well established infrastructure and a stable financial situation, Karolinska Institutet has excellent prerequisites for sustaining high quality research and education.

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 37 000 students and 6 000 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study, with a continuous flow of new knowledge and ideas. Throughout the organisation, there is a strong sense of openness. The University actively participates in the public debate and interacts with the surrounding society through continuous dialogues and knowledge exchange, nationally and internationally. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract scientists and students from around the world. They offer new perspectives and help solve the major challenges facing the world. The University of Gothenburg is environmentally certified and works actively for sustainable development. With new knowledge and new perspectives, the University contributes to a better future.

Chalmers University of Technology is a globally renowned university committed to creating a better world through research and education. We are dedicated to addressing global societal challenges, with a particular focus on sustainable development. Our mission is to find solutions that benefit both individuals and society, with expertise in technology, natural sciences, maritime studies, and architecture. Since 1994, we have been a foundation university, giving us the flexibility to develop and organize our operations as a cohesive group. By combining academic excellence with the effective utilization of our research and innovation, we strive to be a leading player both nationally and internationally. Our vision is clear: to be a world-class technical university for a sustainable future. We aim to attract international talent, elevate our academic standards to the highest European levels, and address societal challenges with innovative solutions.