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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 2026-05-21
  • Article type

Global Impact Forum & Sunrise Summit 2026

Welcome to an event designed to connect ideas, people and action for global impact. By bringing together two international initiatives, the European University Alliance SUNRISE and the Mälardalen University Global Impact Forum, we aim to create a shared space for learning, exchange and tangible impact, with sustainability at its core.

about Global Impact Forum & Sunrise Summit 2026
  • Date 2026-04-17
  • Article type News

Strong demand for MDU

When applications for autumn university programmes closed on 15 April, it was clear that MDU continues to attract a large number of students. Compared with the previous year, the number of applicants has increased by 12 percent.

about Strong demand for MDU
  • 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

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.