The MDU card
The MDU card is often used as a student. Among other things, it gives you access to the premises and a ticket for the MDU bus. The card is personal and it must clearly show that it is you in the photo for it to be valid.
The MDU card is free of charge when you order it for the first time and then costs SEK 100 if it needs to be replaced. The card has the following uses:
- access to the Eskilstuna and Västerås campuses (access card to entrances, public areas and the university library during the times when the campus is closed to the public, and to computer labs and group rooms. Also gives access to programme-specific premises where applicable)
- travel passes for travel on the MDU bus between Eskilstuna and Västerås.
- possibility to use as a library card at the University Library
- printing, copying and scanning.
You do not need to order an MDU card if:
- You will not be on campus in Eskilstuna or Västerås during your studies.
- You do not need to travel on the MDU bus between Eskilstuna and Västerås.
- You are studying on a contract programme. In that case, you should order a card that serves as an access card and library card via the teacher or secretary at your host academy.
Order your MDU card
To order your MDU card, registration in Ladok must be completed. Upload an approved photo of you that meets the criteria when you order:
- The photo must be in colour.
- Straight from the front, both eyes clearly visible.
- Neutral and light background.
- No sunglasses.
- No headgear (religious headgear allowed).
The photo should resemble a driving licence (the example is AI-generated).
Order your MDU card External link.
After the order
Once your MDU card has been produced, you will receive an email at your student email address with information about the estimated delivery date. You will not receive any notification when it has been delivered, so you are responsible for collecting it yourself. Bring a valid ID and pick up your MDU card at your chosen campus; digital ID is not accepted.
Please note If the photo on your new MDU card does not meet the criteria, the card will not be issued. You will then need to place a new order with an approved photo.
MDU Card Access
Your MDU card is automatically updated each semester based on your current course registrations. Access is valid for the current semester (the summer period is considered part of the spring semester) and gives you entry to the premises associated with your programme. Access from previous semesters is removed at the start of a new semester, provided that you are registered for the current semester.
Rules for the MDU card
The following rules apply to you with an MDU card:
- The MDU card is personal and must not be lent to anyone else.
Do not give your card number and PIN to anyone else - Do not let unauthorised persons in when the University is closed to the public.
- You must be able to show your MDU card together with a valid ID card when requested by staff or security.
If you break the rules, your card may be temporarily blocked pending further investigation.
In case of problems using the card
If you have problems using your card, you should contact the Student Centre.
Loss of your MDU card
You must report the loss of your MDU card to the Student Centre.
In order to order a new MDU card, the Student Centre needs to block the lost card. Blocking a card costs SEK 100, is paid on site at the Student Centre, and is only carried out upon presenting a valid ID. 60 minutes after the card has been cancelled, you order a new card yourself. In order to have the card cancelled free of charge, a police report is required to prove the loss of the MDU card.
Contact
Questions? Please contact the Student Centre.
E-mail: studenttorget@mdu.se
Phone number: 021–10 13 10