Arrival guide

Orientation

All students admitted to courses and programmes taught in English are invited to take part in the Malmö University Orientation. The Orientation consists of lectures and activities that are designed to help you become acquainted with Sweden, Malmö and Malmö University. You will get the chance to meet other students and get to know your surroundings. 

The Orientation begins with a welcome meeting and is followed by a series of practical, academic and social activities. The Orientation during the Spring semester 2026 takes place between 15 and 31 January.

How to join the Orientation

You are welcome to attend all activities, or just the ones you find relevant. There are different types of activities, such as informative ones and social ones. 

Freshers' week (Insparken) – autumn only relevant

After the Orientation Programme, join Insparken for all new Malmö University students. Two weeks of social events give you the chance to meet students from other programmes and make new friends. Insparken is planned and run by students. 

Insparken takes place before the Autumn semester. If you start your studies in the spring semester, you can join Insparken later that same year.

About Freshers' week (inspark.malmostudenter.se)

Buddy programme

In addition to the Orientation, we also offer the Buddy programme – a way for you to get to know your fellow students better.

Through the programme we arrange social activities and have fun. This is an opportunity for you to expand your network, make new friends and develop your language skills. As a participant in the Buddy programme, you will be assigned to a group that will consist of both other newly arrived students, as well as current students, your "buddies".

Sign up for the Buddy programme using the form on this page. You can also sign up during the Orientation week by contacting the Buddy coordinators. 

Join the Buddy programme (Microsoft Forms) 

How to get to Malmö University

Malmö's central train station is well connected within Sweden and internationally via links to Copenhagen. It boasts its own airport, Sturup, but for international travellers, it is best served by Copenhagen Airport – just a 20-minute train journey away. Please be aware of the current regulations in place, both for your transits and for entering Sweden at the time of your travel.

If you are arriving on Arrival day, student mentors wearing orange vests will be at the train station to help with directions. 

Travelling to Sweden

Travelling and moving to another country to study can be very individual. You can find a list of important documents to bring with you here below. Please note, however, that this list is not exhaustive.

• Proof of admission (for example, letter of acceptance)
• European Health Insurance Card (if applicable)
• Residence permit
• Passport and other ID documentation

Make sure to stay updated regarding the regulations in place at the time of your travels, both in Sweden and regarding any transit you might have included in your travels.

What to be aware of before moving to Malmö

Contact

For general questions regarding Orientation and/or your arrival to Malmö, you are welcome to email the International Office at Malmö University.