Rights and obligations
The University is a public authority whose activities are governed by a number of laws and ordinances, such as the Higher Education Act and the Higher Education Ordinance. In addition to these laws, there are also local rules and regulations that apply to Kristianstad University.
Swedish Higher Education Authority
The public authority responsible for monitoring the compliance of higher education institutions to the law is the Swedish Higher Education Authority (Universitetskanslersämbetet, UKÄ). Their website features links to the laws and ordinances that govern the activities of higher education institutions in Sweden. It also contains information on how to proceed if you consider that a higher education institution has broken the applicable laws and regulations.
Kristianstad Students' Union
At Kristianstad University, the Kristianstad Students' Union monitors the education provided by reviewing the University's study programmes. The union also works to ensure you enjoy your life outside your studies and offers an accommodation guarantee together with the municipality.
Messages from the university
Kristianstad University uses both the learning platform and email to communicate with the students. It is important that you visit the learning platform, the student portal and your email regularly so as not to miss any important information.
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Specific rights and obligations
Under the headings below, you will find answers to your questions on your rights and obligations as a student at Kristianstad University.