Introducing Mary

Hi! My name is Mary and I'm the student ambassador for the Master's programme in Cultural Criminology. I am happy to answer any questions you might have about the programme, courses, student life, and life in Lund and Sweden via the Unibuddy Platform, where you can chat with me (see below). Please note that I cannot answer questions about the application process, scholarships, or residence permits.  

Why did you choose Lund University? 

"To be honest, I initially only applied to Lund by chance. A friend had applied, and I thought, why not give it a try? In the end, he wasn't accepted but I was. Now I'm glad I decided to apply so spontaneously. I'm very happy with the decision to come here."

What are your first impressions of your programme? Does it meet your expectations? 

"I didn't have that many expectations for the programme. The Master’s in Cultural Criminology in Lund is relatively new, so I had never heard of it before. Now, after a few months, I am very happy and excited about the programme. The lecturers are passionate about the field, the topics are challenging but super interesting, and the community among the students is great."

What have been the highlights of your first months in Lund? 

"Moving to Sweden in general was (and still is) a highlight for me. I've never been to a Scandinavian country before and there are so many things to explore and learn. Also, meeting new people from all over the world is definitely a highlight. The student life in Lund is thriving and there is always something going on. It's easy to get in touch with people. The course itself is also a highlight for me."

What do you think of the teaching style in Sweden? 

"The Swedish teaching style is very different from what I was used to in both Germany and Ireland. To be honest, it took me a while to adjust to it. There is very little hierarchy, the learning concept is much more focused on independence and group work. Students are encouraged to contribute with their own ideas and interests and many of the tasks are problem oriented. In the beginning, I had a hard time managing my time, but in the end, I think it's a great concept. "

How international is your programme? 

"I would say about half of the students are international. The course language is English and as it is most people's second language the struggle is pretty much the same for everyone."

What are you most looking forward to in your programme? 

"Diving deeper into the field and learn as much as possible from the research community in Lund."

Stay tuned! A more comprehensive testimonial from this student will be published once they have completed their first semester at Lund and have more insights to share about their programme.

Have more questions for Marie?

You can chat with her and other current students directly via Unibuddy by clicking the card below.