Linnaeus University – a creative and international knowledge environment promoting curiosity, creativity, companionship and utility. Linnaeus University is located in Växjö and Kalmar and offers over 200 degree programmes and 1500 single-subject course
The Master's program in Innovation through Business, Engineering and Design at Linnaeus University equips engineers and technicians to lead and innovate for sustainable development. It integrates technical skills with business and design, fostering collaboration among students across different disciplines. Students engage in projects that tackle advanced product development and systemic issues in a unique learning environment, backed by strong partnerships with global companies, including IKEA and Södra, focusing on sustainability and optimal resource management.
Graduates will be prepared for roles in project and innovation management, focusing on process and product development. They gain in-depth engineering knowledge while working with business and design aspects, enabling them to create sustainable solutions that marry functionality, form, and efficiency. Alumni pursue careers as innovation managers, product developers, and engineers, contributing to various industries and driving change.
Linnaeus University is located just south of Växjö’s city centre, where students often choose to live on campus, allowing for a short five-minute walk to friends, restaurants, lecture rooms, gym, grocery store, the University Library, nature trails, and student pubs. Växjö, with its 90,000 inhabitants, is one of the fastest growing cities in Sweden, known for its Småland entrepreneurship spirit and a plethora of companies in various industries, especially IT. The picturesque city is characterized by its proximity to forests and water, offering a blend of urban life and nature that is appealing to students.
Living in Växjö as a student is vibrant and engaging, with a host of activities and amenities available within a short distance. The cost of living is relatively moderate, with affordable housing options available both on and off campus. The city facilitates a welcoming atmosphere for students and is particularly good for individuals with family members, as the campus and city offer family-friendly resources, parks, and recreational activities.
The program offers various career paths in project and innovation management, process and product development, and entrepreneurship. Graduates can find job opportunities at companies like IKEA, Södra, and in the growing tech industry in Växjö, which is home to many businesses focusing on IT and engineering.
