Chloe, from Lyon III University in Lyon, France

I left having learned much more than I expected to.

Hi there, Chloe

Why did you choose to participate in SULaw’s Summer Programme?

I chose to spend my summer at SULaw’s Summer Programme mainly for its international dimension. I wanted to learn in a multicultural setting, with professors from different parts of the world and peers who each brought a piece of their own country into class.

The courses themselves were something I wouldn’t have had the chance to study at my home university, and they touched on issues I find genuinely relevant and important. Beyond the classroom, I was drawn to the programme’s social aspect where SULaw’s team organized a wide range of activities, which I hoped would build a real sense of community and connect me with peers from the same field. And, last but not least, it was a chance to finally spend a summer in Sweden, where I’d never been before !

Which course(s) did you choose and why did you choose them?

During this year’s session 2, I took 2 courses : Exploring the Intersections between Reproductive Justice and Disability Rights, as well as Discrimination, AI, and International Law. Both spoke to me as they seemed to go beyond a purely legal reading of the subjects, placing real emphasis on the socioeconomic realities that sit behind the laws we study every day. Learning alongside new friends, and from professors who are genuine experts in their fields, made for quite an intense but incredibly rewarding 2 weeks. I left having learned much more than I expected to in such a short time.

What are your tips and tricks to make the most of the course(s) and your stay at SULaw?Although Stockholm itself is tempting to explore right away, doing your best to prepare for the classes is also important in my opinion. Readings are given throughout the programme, and it’s best to read them as you go because they can be really helpful/necessary for the final exam. Doing the readings and research the professors indicate on their syllabus really pays off, since it makes for much more vibrant and participative discussions in class.

What did you enjoy most during your stay in Stockholm?

I thoroughly enjoyed the proximity we all had during our stay in Stockholm, and the sense of togetherness that came with it. I stayed at Albano, the student housing offered by Stockholm University, and most of the other students did too. Every time we had class, we’d meet downstairs and walk together, going through the beautiful sights of the national park the campus sits in every day. I also loved being able to explore the city together with the new friends I made, from shopping and having fika in Gamla Stan (the old town), to visiting sights and museums like the Nobel Prize Museum. The farewell dinner was also very memorable for me, and it was the perfect close to an incredible summer in Stockholm.

Why should other students choose to study our Summer Programme?

The SULaw Summer Programme is something I’d do all over again if I could. It gave me a new way of seeing French law through a comparative lens, by exchanging ideas with students from all over the globe (New Zealand, Estonia, the UK, Singapore, the Netherlands, China, etc). If you’re looking to broaden your horizons and see how the subjects you study back home are approached differently elsewhere, I believe this programme truly delivers that. This experience genuinely gave me a renewed interest in my studies, along with lifelong friends and memories, as well as a fresh perspective that I’ll carry with me in the future !

How would you summarize SULaw Summer Programme with 3 words?

Memorable, Fun, Enriching.

(Interview from 2026)