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International exchange enriches our study environment and educational programmes

2026-02-16

"In a multicultural environment, students gain international perspectives and experiences that extend far beyond the classroom,” according to Jenny Balkow, Strategic Advisor for International

Discovering new dimensions of Fashion Management

Olivia Cichero, a Fashion Management student from London College of Fashion, came to the University of Borås in search of something different. Her exchange semester at the Swedish School of

Akram Zamani likes to take on challenges and think creatively – for a sustainable future

2025-04-16

Akram Zamani has previously been recognised for her pioneering research in the development of innovative materials based on food waste. As a newly appointed professor, she is now looking forward

Samira followed her passion and learned how to create sustainable solutions from wise ways of managing resources

This summer Samira Syed completed her degree from the Master´s programme in Resource Recovery -Biotechnology and Bioeconomy, at the University of Borås. Now she has started a new chapter in a PhD

AI and digital technology at home can make life easier for the chronically ill

2024-08-27

The health sector faces major challenges in meeting the growing need for care in society as more and more people grow older. Emergency care is one of the areas under constant pressure with long

Resilient supply chains for local textile and clothing production in small series

Since before COVID-19, production repatriation has been increasing in relevance due to global supply chain challenges.

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

Professionally developed digital learning objects in distance education

The aim of the project is to develop models for the professional development of digital learning objects in courses for professionals. We know that the quality requirements for education that are

User-driven service innovation for a car independent, inclusive and resource intelligent waste system

The waste system is developed from a technical rationality that doesn't cater for the needs of different groups of users, for example those who voluntarily or involuntarily do not have a car (

Temporary accommodation

If you are only going to stay in Borås for a shorter period of time, or if you need a place to stay while looking for a more long-term accommodation, then a youth hostel, bed and breakfast, or a