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Study In Sweden
Sweden is known for its openness toward the international community – and its education system is no exception. International students from all over the world study in Sweden, where there are over 1,000 degree programs taught entirely in English. Unlike many countries, Sweden gives their international students the right to work in Sweden during their studies. If you’re interested in working in Sweden – the innovation capital of Europe – after you complete your studies, you can apply for time to search for employment even if you’re not from an EU/EEA country. Read on through this Study in Sweden guide to learn the practicalities of how to study in Sweden as well as get a glimpse into student life.
- Swedish is the official language of Sweden
- The Swedish krona(SEK) is the currency of Sweden
- Some of the famous cities in Sweden are:
- Stockholm
- Gothenburg
- Malmo
- Lund
- Jonkoping
- Karlstad
- Halmstad
Why Sweden
- Post Study Work visa is 1 year.
- Sweden has been named the most sustainable country in the world for its use of renewable energy and is aiming for 100 percent renewable energy production by 2040.
- The Swedish higher education system is renowned for its quality and several Swedish universities are ranked as being among the world’s best.
- Sweden ranks among the world’s most innovative nations.
- IELTS waiver possible for Engineering/Technical students.
- No requirement of learning swedish at the time of admission.
- New funds acceptable for visa.
- Post Study Work visa is 1 year.
- Unlimited part time work rights for international students.
- Numerous Degree Programms in Sweden including well paid internships.
- It is clean, safe and high standard of living.
Sweden
Qualification
Bachelor's
- Business and Management
- Game Design and Graphics
- Energy Transition - Sustainability and Leadership
- Network Design and Computer Management
- Prosthetics and Orthotics Computer Science
- Network Design and Computer Management
Master's
- Engineering Management
- Industrial Management
- International Logistics and Supply Chain
- Management
- Solar Energy Engineering
- Renewable Energy Production
- Sustainable Management
- International Financial Analysis
- International Financial Analysis
- Mechanical Engineering
- Medical Sciences
- Business and Management
Tests
Entry Requirements-Bachelor’s
Subject specific Requirements:
- Minimum 60% in 12th std. with Mathematics as a mandatory subject
- IELTS- 6.0 with no band less than 5.5 (some programs may require higher IELTS of over all 6.5)
Entry Requirements-Master’s
Subject specific Requirements:
- Completion of 4 years of Bachelors / 3 year Bachelor’s + 2 years Master’s degree in relevant study with minimum 65%
- IELTS-6.5 with no band less than 6.0 (waiver possible for Engineering students)
- GMAT required for Masters in Business and Management, Entrepreneurship, Accounting and Financial Management
Costs
Subject specific Requirements:
Entry Criteria for Bachelor’s
- Tuition Fees:
- Tuition fees: SEK 10,00,000 to SEK 13,00,000
Entry Requirements-Master’s
- Tuition Fees:
- Total tuition fees : between SEK 8,70,000 to SEK 14,50,000 per year
Universities
Universities
- Uppsala University,Uppsala
- Linnaeus University,Vaxjo
- University of Skovde,Skovde
- Halmstad University,Halmstad
- Jonkoping University,Jonkoping
- Dalarna University,Faluna
- Kristianstad University,Kristianstad
- ONCampus in Lund University
- ONCampus in Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Student's Visa procedure
The student needs to create an account and complete the online visa application form
Once the visa application is complete the following documents have to be uploaded online:
- Copy of first and last page of passport.
- A completed questionnaire (Form 105031W_A for a first-time applicant)
- A written consent from parents/custodian if student is under 18 years of age (Form 123011)
- Decision Letter (Offer Letter) and Acceptance Letter from the University in Sweden.
- Payment receipt of the initial tuition fees deposit.
- Financial Documents
- Swedish Institutions would be providing health insurance cover which is specified in the Offer letter and included in the fees.However the student should purchase health insurance for the period of travel and upto the point of enrolment at the institution in Sweden.
- After successfully completing the above the student can pay the visa fees of SEK 1500 with a Debit/Credit car online.
Financial documents
- Bank balance certificate and statements of savings account of the last three months. The balance certificate should be on the Letter head of the bank with the phone number and email address, for the embassy to verify the details.
- The funds should not be withdrawn till the visa decision is made.
- The student has to show funds in his/her savings account only. Joint accounts / FDs / Loan sanction letters are not allowed. However loans disbursed into the student’s savings account may be considered.
- Recent funds are also acceptable in Sweden.
- The applicant should be able to show an amount of SEK 8694 per month towards expenses of living and accommodation. If an applicant intends to study for 12 months, the student must have SEK 104,328 (12x SEK 8694). For 18 months, the student must have SEK 156,492 (18 x SEK 8694) and for 24 months the student must have SEK 208,656 (24 x SEK 8694). (1SEK = INR 9 approximately).
- It is not mandatory to provide proof of funds for the remaining tuition fees but is highly recommended to improve the chances of visa success.
Appointment at Embassy of Sweden:
- After submission of the form and payment of visa fees online,schedule and appointment by calling or emailing the Embassy of sweden at chanakyapuri,New Delhi.The details are provided below:
Embassy of Sweden in New Delhi
- 4-5 Nyaya Marg ,chanakyapuri,
- New Delhi -110021
- tel:01144197100
- email visa:visa.new-delhi@gov.se
