Collaborate with us
We collaborate with many organisations in education and research. This is one way for us to contribute to the Swedish defence capability, our comprehensive defence, national and international security, and sustainable democratic societies.
Research and education
Professional development for key roles in the total defence
We meet society's needs for knowledge and professional development in the total defence area and contribute to our society’s security.
Research generates new knowledge
A large part of our research consists of research conducted on behalf of clients. Our largest stakeholders are the Swedish Armed Forces, and the Swedish Civil Contingencies Agency.
Join our partner programme
Together with our partners, we are the interface between the broad security sector and the Swedish total defence. This allows us to build a resilient society to face future threats.
Our expert networks
Our collaboration with the Swedish Armed Forces
The Swedish Armed Forces is the stakeholder for our largest commissioned training. A large part of our commissioned research is incorporated in the Swedish Armed Forces' R&D program.
Civilian and military academies in collaboration
We are partnered with several national and international universities, institutions, organizations and the private sector for research, Including the KTH, Karlstad and Uppsala Universities.
We gather expertise in research, education and practice
We have multiple centers with expertise in specific subject areas that work with analysis, research, education and practical applications.
Our students and alumni
Collaborate with our students
In most programs, our students have the opportunity to do a one-term internship. It is an important opportunity for them and a chance for you to give them a springboard into working life.
Become an alumnus!
Our alumni are important ambassadors for the Swedish Defence University in professional settings. Don't miss the opportunity to work with our professional network in crisis and security.
Cyber Challenge
The aim with our cybersecurity competition is to engage students in security policy and emergency preparedness-related information- and cybersecurity incidents on a national level.