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Studying in Sweden

Strong in design, sustainability and technology

EuropeMid budget3 universitiesEnglish-taught bachelor'sPost-graduation work rights

Swedish education is built on critical thinking and group work. Sustainability, design and technology stand out, and everyone speaks English.

Who is it for?

  • •Those interested in sustainability and green tech
  • •Those seeking an egalitarian, relaxed academic culture
  • •Design students

Watch out for

  • •Fewer English-taught bachelor's than master's
  • •Winter daylight is very short

Strong fields

SustainabilityDesignComputer scienceEnvironmental engineeringPublic policy

Education system

Degree lengthBachelor's 3 years
GradingA–F or Pass/Fail
Academic calendarLate August intake

Application system

PlatformCentral application via universityadmissions.se
DocumentsTranscript, Language certificate, Motivation letter (some programs)
Deadlines15 January (autumn intake)

Exam requirements

Academic examsHigh school grades and maths level
EnglishIELTS 6.5 / TOEFL 90

Costs

TuitionNon-EU 9,000–15,000 € / year
Living costs900–1,200 € / month
Annual total20,000–29,000 € per year

Scholarships

  • •Swedish Institute Scholarships
  • •University tuition waivers

Visa & work rights

Student visaResidence permit for studies
Working while studyingNo hour cap — depends on course load
After graduation12-month job-seeking permit

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