University of Borås

At the University of Borås

We take responsibility for the future

Sustainability is a natural part of everything we do at the university. Together, we can contribute to the development of society through both education and research.

Sustainable development policy, objectives, and guidelines

In focus

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Are you passionate about sustainable solutions?
Do you want to learn how to turn waste into new opportunities? Three of our Master's programmes in Resource Recovery are open for spring admission. Apply by 15 August 2025!

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Priority research areas

Research that makes a difference

Textiles and Fashion

The area focuses on the subjects of design, textile technology and engineering, and textile management. We conduct research on customised clothing production, circular fashion, the relationship between the body, materials, and movement, as well as dyeing textiles without water, as examples. The researchers at the Swedish School of Textiles address many exciting societal challenges.

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21,000

Students

64

Study programmes

835

Employees

6

Priority research areas

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This is us

With the future in mind

At the University of Borås, we cultivate learning, knowledge, and innovation of high quality in an international setting and with significant social relevance. We work together here to impact the future.