New student at Malmö University

Note

For studies starting the autumn semester 2026, you can order your MauID from 24 July.

1. Read the welcome emails

Malmö University sends out several welcome emails to all newly admitted students. The emails contains important information, so please read them carefully. The emails will be sent to the address you registered at universityadmissions.se. Please check all your inboxes, including spam folders, if you cannot find the emails.

If you have not yet received the welcome email from your faculty or department by 5 August, please contact the Student Administration Office.

2. Order your MauID

With your MauID, you get access to Ladok for students, where you can register for courses, exams and see your study results. You'll be using your MauID during your entire time as a student to log in to computers and web platforms, such as the learning platform, Canvas, and the timetable tool, TimeEdit.

Order your MauID through IDS

If you already have a computer identity

If you already have an MauID from Malmö University, you cannot get a new one. You must still verify your identity to be able to access Ladok for students, see step 3.

Do you need help?

Contact the IT support if you have any questions, or if you need help with ordering or verifying your identity.

IT-support for students

3. Verify your identity

Applies to those with a Swedish personal identity number

Once you have ordered your MauID, you will need to verify your identity before you can log in and register online in Ladok.

If you have just ordered your MauID, please wait an hour before attempting to verify your identity.

Verify your identity (guide)

If you already have a MauID

If you already have a MauID, you will still need to verify your identity in order to access Ladok.

Need help?

Contact IT Support if you need help ordering a MauID or verifying your identity.

IT-support for students

4. Activate the Microsoft Authenticator app (MFA)

You need to use a security app to log in to, for exemple, the Canvas learning platform and TimeEdit schedules.

How to activate the app

5. Register for your studies

To keep your place on the course or programme, please make sure to register in time. The welcome email from your faculty or department will specify the time frame for when you can register for your education. You can also find this information in Ladok for students.

You need to be registered to participate in the programme or course and to apply for student finance.

How to register (usually a week prior to the semester start)

For most education, including distance studies, you can register online through Ladok for students.
You will need an MauID (student account) in order to register. If you have a Swedish personal identity number, make sure you verify your identity (step 3) before registering.
Choose 'Access through your institution' when you register through Ladok for students. You can see what courses you have registered for under 'Current courses'.

If you are admitted to a course or programme where online registration is not applied, you will find information about how and when to register for your studies in the welcome email from your faculty or department.

Conditionally admitted applicants

If you have been conditionally admitted, you cannot register online. Instead, contact the Student Administration by using our web form. Please include the name of your course or programme.

6. Check when your education starts

You can find information about the start of your programme or course in the welcome email from your faculty or department. The welcome emails are sent to the address you registered at UniversityAdmissions.se. Please check all your inboxes, including spam folders, if you cannot find the emails.

7. Order your multicard

As a student at Malmö University, you will need a multicard to access the buildings and to print, copy and scan documents. Remember to order your multicard right away (you will need your MauID), since delivery might take 14 days.

How to get your multicard

Practical information for new students

Canvas is the University's learning platform where you can access important information related to your studies, communicate with your teachers and other students, and submit study assignments. In Canvas you can also find schedules and contact details. Please note that you must have MFA activated to be able to log in. You must be registered to see your courses in Canvas.

The programme syllabus describes the structure and objectives of the programme and the courses included in the programme. The course syllabus, for each course within a programme or for an independent course, contains the structure and objectives of the course, including a reading list.

Programme and course syllabi

Find your schedule

Schedules are published four weeks prior to the start of each course, by the very latest, however are subject to changes.

Certificate of registration and leave from studies

You can download certificates in Ladok. If you wish to withdraw from your studies, you must report this via the Form Store.

IT support

If you have any questions about multicards, MauID or WiFi, feel free to contact IT support.

Accessing computers and software

Across the campus, there are computers with software, such as Office, or Zoom for meetings.

Accessing WiFi

To access the wireless network Eduroam, you need to create a WiFi account through IDS with your MauID.

Borrow from the library

Trying to find the books on your course literature list? Your multicard works as a library card at our libraries.

Support for your studies

The University offers support in areas such as writing, mathematics, and pronunciation.

Digital teaching

Malmö University uses the digital meeting service Zoom. Create an account and download the Zoom app on your phone and computer.

Apply for learning support

If you have a long-term disability, such as dyslexia, ADHD, mental health issues, or impaired vision, you can apply for support.

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. During the autumn semester 2026 the Orientation takes place between 19 and 30 August.

Arrival guide: Orientation

Find our premises and contact us

The University campus is spread across several different locations that are labelled differently in the schedule. Many of the premises have computers that you can use. The library has study environments that are suitable both if you want to study on your own and if you need to work together with others.

Opening hours

Most of the University's buildings are open during office hours. As a student, you can access several of the buildings with your multicard and PIN code.

Opening hours for the University's buildings

We're always happy to help

Please contact us if you have any questions. We wish you the best possible start to your studies!

info@mau.se +46 40 665 70 00

Academic calendar

Autumn 2026: 31 August – 17 January
Spring 2027: 18 January – 6 June
Autumn 2027: 30 August – 16 January
Spring 2028: 17 January – 4 June

Some programmes and courses may start a few days earlier, or later, than our regular semester. Please make sure to always check the schedule of your programme or course.

Summer courses are usually taught between June and September.

Checklist – 7 things to do before starting