Contract education tailored to your organisation's needs

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On this page, you’ll find key information about how contract education tailored to your organisation's needs works and how you, as an employer, can develop your staff’s skills through this form of training.

Contract education refers to university-level courses offered to professionals for a fee, typically paid by employers or public authorities. Contract education is also known as commissioned education. It differs from standard university education in several ways:

customised courses developed to meet specific business needs
open courses with set content and structure, available with employer approval
integrated courses where professionals study alongside regular university students.

Frequently asked questions from employers

What is the course structure and academic framework?

All contract education at Lund University is based on courses for which the university has degree-awarding powers at the bachelor's or master's level.

The content must be relevant to participants' professional duties and designed to enhance job performance. Courses can also address labour market needs or support broader policy objectives, such as sustainable development.

Who can purchase contract education?

Only legal entities such as companies, public authorities, or organisations can purchase contract education. Private individuals are not eligible to order these courses directly.

Who can take part?

The commissioning organisation selects participants for the training. Courses are typically attended by employees chosen by the employer or authority funding the training.

Customised training for your employees

We collaborate closely with employers to design training that aligns with their staff’s roles, working conditions, and development goals. You’ll receive expert support to ensure that the course content and structure deliver measurable benefits for your organisation.

With extensive experience in professional training, we focus on providing education that brings clear value to your business.

Cutting-edge learning backed by research

Our education is grounded in the latest academic research and supports current global priorities. Whether your organisation is advancing the UN’s 2030 Agenda, leading a green transition, or adapting to developments in AI and digitalisation, we offer relevant, forward-thinking training.

Lund University is one of Europe's top research institutions, consistently ranked among the best in Sweden and internationally recognised in leading global rankings.

Flexible options for all organisations

If only a few employees need skills development, open contract education courses are also available. In some cases, staff can join standard university courses as contract education participants.

These courses are funded by the employer and may be delivered in person or through distance learning, making it easier to balance studies with work responsibilities.

Many previous participants report positive experiences from learning alongside university students, with added benefits from collaborative learning environments.

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Contact information

For questions about contract education:

contracteducation [at] stu [dot] lu [dot] se