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Mälardalen University

At MDU you get the knowledge, the tools and the opportunity to create your future. You decide who to become.

At MDU you get the knowledge, the tools and the opportunity to create your future. You decide who to become.

Study at MDU

We have about 19 000 students within Business, Design, Mathematics, Health and Welfare, Engineering, Education, and Music and Opera.

International programmes

Exchange studies

Research

MDU's research leads to necessary knowledge and development – for Swedish industry and welfare, but also to solve some of the global challenges.

Research

Work with us

Welcome to a workplace where our goal is to make a difference. Do you want to be a part of our journey?

Work with us

News

  • Date 2026-04-02
  • Article type News

Q&A regarding shortcomings in governance and internal control at the former IDT

Over the past year, Mälardalen University has carried out extensive analytical and investigative work to identify shortcomings in governance and internal control during the period 2022–2025 at the former School of Innovation, Design and Engineering (IDT).

about Q&A regarding shortcomings in governance and internal control at the former IDT
  • Date 2026-03-16
  • Article type News

Global Health Requires Social Sustainability

Widening health gaps, increased climate changes, and rising age of retirement are all examples of societal challenges which put forth new demands regarding the future work in public health. Therefore, MDU is launching a Master’s programme in Public Health Science with a focus on socially sustainable development from a global perspective.

about Global Health Requires Social Sustainability
  • Date 2026-03-16
  • Article type News

Engineering education within planetary boundaries

The Bachelor Programme in Environmental Engineering within Planetary Boundaries at Mälardalen University is the first of its kind in Sweden to be based on the scientific framework Planetary Boundaries. The framework defines the ecological limits within which humanity can develop without compromising the stability of the Earth system.

about Engineering education within planetary boundaries

Events at MDU

Study Guidance: Digital Drop-in

  • 2026-03-25 12:00–12:45
  • 2026-04-01 12:00–12:45
  • 2026-04-15 12:00–12:45
  • 2026-04-22 12:00–12:45
  • 2026-04-29 12:00–12:45
Zoom
Are you thinking about starting your studies, or are you already a student with questions about your education? You can join our digital drop-in between 12:00 and 12:45.

The Academic Ceremony

  • 2026-04-24 15:30
The Ceremony: Västerås Cathedral. The dinner: Steam Hotel
There are many traditions and formal occasions at the University, and a significant occasion is the Academic Ceremony where academic excellence is celebrated. The Academic Ceremony is organised once every two years to honour the University's new Professors and Doctors. In connection with the Ceremony, prizes and awards will also be presented.

Global Impact Forum and Sunrise Summit

  • 2026-05-19 – 2026-05-21
MDU Västerås
Researchers, companies, students and decision-makers gather at MDU to explore solutions that drive systemic change.