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Sociology

In sociology, the human is studied in society. The social interaction between individuals and groups, societal structures and political actions constitute the interacting levels of the subject. The research is characterised by several specialisations.

Department of Urban Studies

Urban Studies, US, is a multi-disciplinary department with exciting and multifaceted urban research and study programmes. The department focuses on a broad spectrum of issues relating to society and urban areas, real estate and housing, planning,...

Research in Education and Special Education

The focus of the research is formation, education and innovative learning processes in order to give present and future citizens of the society the prerequisites and abilities to meet and solve contemporary and future societal challenges. The specific...

Orkanen

The University Library and the Faculty of Education and Society are both based at Orkanen. The building is located just opposite Niagara, near Malmö Central Station.

Innovation

For us, innovation is more than just new ideas. It is creating value and contributing to a more sustainable and equal society where, in collaboration with other social actors, we create, share and spread knowledge to understand, explain and develop...

Exchange studies at Malmö University

Every year, Malmö University welcomes more than 250 exchange students from all over the world. Being an exchange student is a great chance to broaden your academic horizons and get to know another country. On this page, you can find information on how to...

Research in focus

Theme pages with news and research on current topics. Find research about AI, the climate and our society, the war in Ukraine, Malmö the city, and oral health.

Media and Communication Studies

Media and Communication Studies at K3 focuses on the significance of media for culture and society and for human thinking and everyday life, from both historical and contemporary perspectives. The subject includes traditional mass media as well as digital...

Dissertation defence – Roel Roscam Abbing

Research in Focus: Elite Sport, Football and Supporter Culture

How does sport reflect our society – and vice versa? Researchers at Malmö University are investigating elite sport, fan culture, children’s participation in sport and mental health. With a social science perspective, they are scrutinising football and the...