Student voices
Curious what life as an international student at Umeå University is really like? Meet some of our international students and alumni as they share their personal stories, favorite moments, and what made Umeå feel like home.
Master's student profiles
"I wanted the feel of a university town packed with students."
Meet Lūcija from Latvia, 2025 graduate from the Master's Programme in Plant and Forest Biotechnology.
"Teachers let you think freely and share your own experiences"
Meet Fabio from Germany, 2025 graduate from the master's programme in crisis management and peacebuilding.
"Umeå was the perfect environment to study sustainability."
Meet Madeline from USA, 2025 graduate from the master's programme in environmantal science and sustainability.
"This programme has been truly transformative for me."
Meet Amy from Nigeria, 2024 master's graduate in public health with a specialisation in health economics.
"I’ve discovered many new paths to pursue after my studies."
Meet Joost from the Netherlands, 2024 graduate from the master's programme in artificial intelligence.
"It's been a pretty cool journey of learning and self-discovery!"
Meet Silvia from Guatemala, 2024 graduate from the master's programme in cognitive science.
Exchange student profiles
"It has been a life changing and memorable experience"
Meet Robin Chan, exchange student from Canada.
"One of the most memorable and fulfilling experiences of my life."
Meet Clarice Teo, exchange student from Singapore.
"It’s easy to make friends with people from all over the world."
Meet Sam Rhodes, exchange student from the United States.
"The relaxed and balanced lifestyle has been so refreshing."
Meet Polona Smrekar, exchange student from Slovenia.
"I haven’t met an exchange student who has regretted coming to Umeå."
Meet Simon Giasson, exchange student from Canada.
Double the experience: Taiwanese student completes two memorable exchanges
Hung-Ting Chien returned for a second exchange in 2024 after a memorable first stay in 2021.
Student tips and memories
Are you thinking of attending Umeå University or soon to arrive? Don’t miss these tips!
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27 May 2025. Graduation ceremony for international master's programmes. For English subtitles, click the "T letter" button.
Alumni profiles
Found her home in the technology industry – "There is a need for diversity"
Olivia Harlin overcame self-doubt in maths—now she’s a UX designer.
"My time at Umeå University helped me achieve my career goals"
Asim Mehmood from Pakistan hopes to make a long-lasting impact in his community and beyond.
"I learned valuable strategies to help build my professional network in Sweden"
Tatiana's journey is a testament to how education, culture, and passion can shape an inspiring career.
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