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Student City of the Year

Kristianstad is going to become an even more attractive town for students – a better town to study, work, and live in. Kristianstad University work together with Kristianstad Municipality and the Student Union.

Student City of the Year 2024.

Student City of the Year 2024

Kristianstad has been selected as the Student City of the Year 2024 by the Swedish National Union of Students (SFS), notably for the city's ability to provide a nurturing and rewarding environment for students to grow, contribute, and thrive.

We will continue to make Kristianstad an even better student town for our 14.000 students. Regardless of if you’re studying from home, studying on campus, have previous work experience or come directly from school, commuting, living in Kristianstad or maybe had earlier studies from home, we want to improve the experience. Are you a student or maybe even a businessperson in Kristianstad? Don’t hesitate to contact us if you want to take part in this exciting project.

& Quiz

Experience the thrill of our Quiz Relay, aptly named "& Quiz," as it guides you through the hidden gems of Kristianstad. Discover new friendships, uncover captivating corners of the city, indulge in delectable culinary delights, all while putting your quizzing skills to the test. Join us for an unforgettable adventure that combines fun, exploration, and camaraderie.

Christmas together

No one should be alone at Christmas! That is why we put together a very nice Christmas package for our students that starts on the day of Christmas eve with nice activities, foods, hotel stay in Kristianstad. Celebrate it together with other students and get that right Christmas spirit.

The Future Fair - Education and Job Market Exhibition

"Framtidsmässan" is a joint education and job market exhibition for university students, students in middle school, high school and job seekers. The fair offers the opportunity to establish valuable connections with potential employers for internships, summer jobs, part-time jobs, and future careers. Visitors can also receive assistance in enhancing their CV.

Bed & Study

Bed & Study, a concept where the University, Student Union and the Municipality together with three hotels in Kristianstad offer living to student prices and places to study free of charge.

Introduction Concert 2024

Come and celebrate that Kristianstad is the Student City of the Year 2024.
6 September 20:00, Lilla Torg, Kristianstad

One of Norway’s leading bands in “russe” and party music kicks off the fall with a free concert for everyone – even if you’re not a student!

Facts Student City of the Year

Every year, the Swedish United Student Unions, SFS, hand out the award Student City of the Year to acknowledge the hard work done to make life better for students. The prize has been handed out every year since 1999 and is the only one of its kind. The requirements to win include good cooperation between municipality, university and students, as well as the student cities’ possibilities to offer all students a satisfactory student life.

* The Student City of the Year shall:
* Have functioning student influence
* Have collaborations for the wellbeing of students
* Care for all students
* Be a good place to study, live and enjoy yourself in
* Arrange the SFS council

Read more about the SFS prize Student City of the Year

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Updated: 2024-11-15 by Björn Melin

Page responsible: Louise Järsberg

Short URL: www.hkr.se/studentcity

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Kristianstad University is part of the COLOURS European University Alliance, a partnership with eight other European universities.

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Contact

E-mail: info@hkr.se

Phone: +46 (0)44-2503000

More contact information

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In case of emergency
In case of emergency, call 112
The university's security guards:
+46 (0)44-2503650

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