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In a changing and globalised world, Stockholm University contributes to the development of a sustainable democratic society through knowledge, enlightenment and the pursuit of truth, based on critical thinking. With a large number of students, a wide range of education in close interaction with research, and a combination of independent basic research and strong applied research, Stockholm University contributes actively to society – a role that has characterized the University since its inception in 1878. Stockholm University is an international academic environment, which is an integral part of excellence in research and education. Currently, the university has 33,000 students, 1,600 doctoral students, and 5,500 members of staff active in the scientific areas of human science and science.

The University of Latvia was founded on 28 September 1919. UL is the only classical university in Latvia, performing a leading role in development of national education system, and, furthermore, in growth of society and economy. UL has 6 faculties, 7 regional branches and 3 colleges. UL provides studies in over 100 study programmes of various levels. More than 15 000 students acquire education here, and the university staff consists of of 3 000 employees. Alma Mater experiences rapid development – at present, the UL Academic Centre is being established in Torņakalns as one of the most modern study and research facilities in Northern Europe. The faculties of natural sciences, medicine and health sciences are already located in the Academic Centre’s House of Nature and House of Science. The House of Letters is to open its doors soon, comprising studies and research in social sciences, humanities and computer sciences.

The University of Tartu is Estonia’s largest and oldest university, founded in 1632. As the country’s national university, it stands at the heart of Estonia’s academic and intellectual life. The University of Tartu is a strong research university with an international outlook, advancing education and research globally, with a community of more than 19,000 students and staff.