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Linköping University
(LiU)
About
Linköping University is a public research university based in Linköping, Sweden. Originally established in 1969, it was granted full university status in 1975 and is one of Sweden's largest academic institutions.
Ranking Overview
Ranked Top 201 worldwide across 4 major ranking systems
Ranked in 65 subject rankings
QS World University Rankings
Times Higher Education World University Rankings
Academic Ranking of World Universities
U.S. News Best Global Universities Rankings
Key Facts
- Students
- 15,130
- Student-Staff Ratio
- 14.5 : 1
- Int'l Students
- 18%
- Female : Male
- 54 : 46
Historical Trend
Longitudinal View
QS
THE
ARWU
US News
Top Subjects
Best-performing areasSubject Rankings
Detailed breakdownARWU
34 subjectsQS
22 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | =84 | 74.5 | 2026 |
| Nursing | 101-150 | - | 2026 |
| Electrical & Electronic Engineering | 151-200 | - | 2026 |
| Mechanical, Aeronautical & Manufacturing Engineering | 201-250 | - | 2026 |
| Communication & Media Studies | 201-240 | - | 2022 |
| Psychology | 251-300 | - | 2025 |
| Chemistry | 251-300 | - | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 301-350 | - | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | =305 | 64.9 | 2026 |
| Chemical Engineering | 351-400 | - | 2024 |
| Medicine | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | 351-400 | - | 2026 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Natural Sciences | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Mathematics | 401-450 | - | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 451-500 | - | 2020 |
| Biological Sciences | 451-500 | - | 2026 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 501-550 | - | 2024 |
| Environmental Sciences | 501-550 | - | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | 501-550 | - | 2025 |
| Business & Management Studies | 601-650 | - | 2026 |
US News
21 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials Science | =92 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Electrical and Electronic Engineering | 93 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Condensed Matter Physics | =112 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Cardiac and Cardiovascular Systems | =119 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Physical Chemistry | =135 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | =145 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Nanoscience and Nanotechnology | 165 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Economics & Econometrics | =181 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Energy and Fuels | 184 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Surgery | 194 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Engineering | =223 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Neuroscience and Behavior | 268 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Psychiatry/Psychology | 283 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Clinical Medicine | =286 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Public, Environmental and Occupational Health | =367 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences and Public Health | =376 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Chemistry | =412 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Oncology | =420 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Physics & Astronomy | =424 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Biology and Biochemistry | =605 | 58.8 | 2026 |
| Environment/Ecology | =740 | 58.8 | 2026 |
THE
10 subjects|
Subject
|
Rank
|
Score
|
Year
|
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology | 126–150 | 52.6 | 2026 |
| Computer Science | 151–175 | 52.0 | 2026 |
| Engineering & Technology | 151–175 | 52.9 | 2026 |
| Clinical & Health | 201–250 | 46.6 | 2026 |
| Physical Sciences | 201–250 | 50.6 | 2026 |
| Arts & Humanities | 201–250 | 37.8 | 2026 |
| Life Sciences | 251–300 | 47.1 | 2026 |
| Social Sciences | 251–300 | 42.1 | 2026 |
| Education & Training | 251–300 | 40.6 | 2026 |
| Business & Economics | 301–400 | 39.5 | 2026 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the ranking of Linköping University?
Linköping University's performance in the latest university rankings: QS Rank =310, THE Rank 201–250, ARWU Rank 301-400, US News Rank =302.
When was Linköping University founded?
Linköping University was founded in 1969.
What are the top subjects at Linköping University?
Top subjects at Linköping University include: Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, Electrical & Electronic Engineering, Telecommunication Engineering.
Where is Linköping University located?
Linköping University is located in Linköping, Sweden.