The unions

Uppsala studentkår

Farmacevtiska studentkåren

Uppsala teknolog- och naturvetarkår

Uppsalaekonomerna

Juridiska föreningen

Gotlands studentkår Rindi

Uppsala studentkår Farmacevtiska studentkåren Uppsala teknolog- och naturvetarkår Uppsalaekonomerna Juridiska föreningen Gotlands studentkår Rindi

What is a student union?

A student union at Uppsala University
is a non-profit organisation,
run by and for students.

6

         unions

         in Uppsala

There are 6 student unions in Uppsala that are affiliated with Uppsala University.

They represent different programs and courses at the university and ensure that your education is as good as it can be. The student unions do very important work and are considered one of the most important and well-functioning aspects of the university and its students.

  • UPPSALA STUDENTKÅR

    Faculty areas
    Humanities, social sciences, medicine,
    and teacher education

  • FARMACEVTISKA STUDENTKÅREN

    Faculty area
    Pharmacy

  • UPPSALA TEKNOLOG- OCH NATURVETARKÅR

    Faculty areas
    Technology and natural science

  • UPPSALAEKONOMERNA

    Faculty area
    Economy

  • JURIDISKA FÖRENINGEN

    Faculty area
    Law

  • GOTLANDS STUDENTKÅR RINDI

    Student Union for Students at Uppsala University, Campus Gotland

4

main tasks

1. Academic influence

The union appoints student representatives to the university's decision-making and supporting bodies, such as faculty boards and program councils. The representatives have the same rights as other members, participate in meetings with preparations, and receive training through the union. Their work is coordinated and strengthened through the Student Representative Council (Studentrepresentantråd, STRÅ).

The union also provides training, support materials (handbook for student representatives), and advice to help you carry out your duties effectively.

2. Study and study-social support

The union acts as a support channel for questions about study environments, course evaluations, grades, literature, student finances, and housing. They offer services such as loans, association advice, and help with housing issues at Uppsala University.

Membership also gives access to discounts on university functions, digital resources, and scholarships.

3. Students grouped by field of study

There are several student unions for different faculty areas.

For example, Uppsala Studentkår for humanities, social sciences, medicine, and teacher education. Uppsalaekonomerna for economists. Uppsala teknolog- och naturvetarkår for technology and natural science students. Farmacevtiska studentkåren for pharmacy, and Juridiska föreningen for lawyers.

4. Events and social community

The student unions organize “welcome weeks” (insparken) in collaboration with student nations, where new students meet, are assigned mentor groups, go on city tours, and participate in competitions—all to facilitate integration and create a sense of community.

They also organize section activities such as pub nights, trips, sporting events, and exam parties, often in collaboration with the respective section or student nation.

  • Welcome events for new students

    In addition to the union’s work to improve your studies, the student unions also organize orientation events for new students. There you get a chance to get to know your classmates and learn how student life works.

    If we can recommend one thing, it is that you participate in the orientation events. It is great fun and will give you a flying start to your studies here in Uppsala.

  • Cultural activities

    The student unions also organize cultural activities such as orchestras, choirs, and theater/revues.

    They also usually hold formal dinners and parties that you can attend.

    So there is something for everyone!

  • Get involved

    So you can get involved in student politics, party activities, and fundraising. And it's so much fun! Go for it!

    More information on how you can get involved can be found under the tab “Get involved”.

 UUFS 

Uppsala University’s
United Student Unions

The foundation for student influence at Uppsala University was cemented with the establishment of the Uppsala studentkår in 1849.

The Faculty of Pharmacy moved from Stockholm to Uppsala in the 1970s and Farmacevtiska studentkåren followed. Gotlands studentkår Rindi was granted union status at Uppsala University in 2013 when Gotland University College became part of Uppsala University. Uppsala teknolog- och naturvetarkår was established in 2014 as a formal student union when Uppsala studentkår relinquished its union status for the Faculty of Science and Technology at Uppsala University. In 2016, Uppsalaekonomerna also became independent student unions at Uppsala University.

With the increasing number of student unions at Uppsala University, the need for a clear central student voice has grown. In order to unite the student voice towards Uppsala University, the organization UUFS was started in January 2020, of which the six student unions are members.