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Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT

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Lappeenranta, Finland
251–300th in World University Rankings 2025
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About

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Land of the Curious

Clean energy, water and air are life-giving resources for which we at LUT University (Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology) seek new solutions with our expertise. We help society and businesses in their sustainable renewal.

LUT University is a community where curious people inspire curious people. We do things differently. We look at things from unexpected perspectives, we question, and we search for solutions. We fight for a better world – for all that is good. We're one of the top universities in the world for climate action.

Key facts and figures

3 fields: technology, business and social sciences4 focus areas: clean energy, air, water, and sustainable business and society8 000 people in our community98 nationalities2 campuses in Finland (Lappeenranta and Lahti)Founded 1969

Science with a Purpose 

Energy – transition to a carbon neutral world

Our experts seek ways to support the transition to a carbon-neutral world – in all sectors of society and industry. We take a comprehensive approach to ensure positive climate impacts.

Air – turning emissions into opportunities

We solve air pollution problems and aim for a world with fewer emissions. Our experts turn emissions into products with new technology, such as power-to-x (P2X).

Water – refining sidestreams into value

Our expertise in water purification meets complex water treatment needs. While ensuring clean water, we also discover raw materials from sidestreams and help refine them into value.

Business and society – sustainable renewal of business and industry

To maximize our impact, we work closely with companies and other organizations. With our help, companies can reinvent themselves and grow sustainably, creating value in a digital economy. We strongly promote entrepreneurship stemming from our scientific research.

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Key Student Statistics

A breakdown of student statistics at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT

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Student gender ratio
35 F : 65 M (1)
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International student percentage
22% (1)
student per staff
Students per staff
34 (1)
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Student total
5851 (1)

Based on data collected for the (1) World University Rankings 2025

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Subjects Taught at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT

See below for a range of subjects taught at Lappeenranta-Lahti University of Technology LUT

Business and Economics126–150th

  • Economics and Econometrics
  • Business and Management
  • Accounting and Finance

Computer Science301–400th

  • Computer Science

Engineering251–300th

  • General Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering
  • Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering

Physical Sciences176–200th

  • Chemistry
  • Geology, Environmental, Earth and Marine Sciences
  • Physics and Astronomy
  • Mathematics and Statistics