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New research project: Textile touch that relieves long-term pain

2025-10-20

Can textiles that touch the skin relieve long-term pain? This is the core question of the large interdisciplinary research project Touch away the pain, where the University of Borås is one of the

Erasmus Mundus in Management and Engineering of Environment and Energy

The University of Borås is a partner university within the Erasmus Mundus joint Master's programme ME3+. The ME3+ programme is a full 2-year Master's, totally taught in English, and it includes

Saad chose programme based on his interests in business and fashion

Saad shares his enriching experiences from the newly started Bachelor’s programme in Textile Production and Innovation at the Swedish School of Textiles, part of the University of Borås. With a

Meet our students

What is the University of Borås like? Is it as cold in Sweden as they say? Is it hard to get to know people? And what is this "fika" that everybody talks about? Meet some of our students from

Gender Equality Plan

Gender equality and gender mainstreaming are self-evident aspects of our pursuit of the goal of the attractive higher education institution. An active position from the university is required for

Living expenses

Living expenses The costs of living in Sweden for a student are estimated by the Swedish Migration Board to be a minimum of SEK 10,584/month (2025). If you are required to have a residence permit

Equality and Diversity

The University of Borås works strategically to increase diversity, equality, and accessibility. The university has the following long term goals:

Our campus

Our campus is composed of modern, purpose-built buildings in the city centre of Borås within walking distance of local amenities such as shops, restaurants, banks, supermarkets and the main bus

Centres

Centres at the University of Borås are strategically important units, primarily funded externally, with a clear mission to foster collaboration with society.

Housing for international students

Students are not guaranteed accommodation and it is the student’s responsibility to find a place to stay. Since most landlords require a Swedish Personal number and a valid visa in order to