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Study in Sweden Overview:

Sweden ranks among the world’s most innovative nations and the Swedish Higher Education System is internationally renowned for its high quality. Sweden is home not only to world ranked universities but also to some of the top multinational companies like IKEA, TetraPak, Volvo, H&M. Let us look into some reasons for considering Sweden as your study abroad destination.

Why Study in Sweden?

• Numerous Degree Programs including Well Paid Internships

• IELTS waiver possible for Engineering/Technical students.

• No requirement of learning Swedish as there are numerous English Taught Programs

• International Students have Unlimited Part Time Work Rights

• Post Study Work visa is 1 Year

  
  

  Apart from these a few other Universities in Sweden that you can check out are:

  
  

• Linnaeus University, Kalmar and Växjö

• University of Skövde, Skovde

• Halmstad University, Halmstad

• Jönköping University, Jönköping

• Dalarna University, Falun

• Kristianstad University, Kristianstad

• On Campus in Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

  
  

  Popular Programs

  Having read about the popular cities and the Swedish universities let us now have a look at the popular program options for Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees in Sweden.

  Masters:

  
  

• Engineering Management

• Industrial Management

• International Logistics and Supply Chain Management

• Solar Energy Engineering

• Renewable Energy Production

• Sustainable Management

• International Financial Analysis

• Mechanical Engineering

• Medical Sciences

• Business and Management

  
  

  Bachelors:

  
  

• Business and Management

• Game Design and Graphics

• Energy Transition - Sustainability and Leadership

• Network Design and Computer Management

• Prosthetics and Orthotics

• Computer Science

  
  

  Entry Requirements and Tuition Fees

  Once we narrow down on the city, university and the program option, the next thing to focus on is the entry requirements.

  Masters

  
  

  Entry Requirements:

  
  

• Completion of 4 years of Bachelors /3-year Bachelor’s + 2 years Master’s degree in relevant study with minimum 65% aggregate.

• IELTS- A score of 6.5 required with no band less than 6.0 (Waiver is possible for Engineering students)

• GMAT - required for Masters in Business and Management, Entrepreneurship, Accounting and Financial Management

  Tuition Fees

  Between SEK 87,000 to SEK 145,000 (INR 750,000 /- to INR 1,200,000/-) per year

  
  

  Bachelors

  
  

  Entry 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 overall 6.5 bands as well)

  Tuition Fees:

  
  

  SEK 100,000 to SEK 130,000 (INR 900,000/- to INR 1,150,000 /-) per year

  ‌ Cost of Living

  The next factor to be considered after the tuition fees is the cost of living which gives us a complete picture of the financials to be arranged. The cost of living in Sweden approximately ranges from 8,000 SEK to 10,000 SEK per month.

  Intakes and Deadlines

  Let us now have a look at the intakes and the deadlines so that you can start planning the process accordingly.

  Intakes

  
  

  August is the major intake to apply for Swedish Universities. January is the minor intake as only 2-3 programs are available.

  Deadlines

  
  

• 17th August (Major Intake)

• 15th January (Minor intake)

  
  

  ‌ Checklist for Visa Application:

• Complete Visa Application Form

• Fees: Visa Application fee – 100 Euro, Embassy / Biometric fee – 1740BDT (Fees are subject to change anytime with a notice from Swedish Embassy and Immigration service)

• Copy of Passport

• Passport size photograph

• Admission letter

• Notarized copy of all academic documents

• At least 6 months’ Tuition fee payment confirmation to University (Refund policy applies)

• Motivation letter

• Bank Statement

• Health Insurance (If applicable)

• Air tickets booking

• Residence permit (D/DF )

‌ Applying for Residence Permit

You can apply online through migrationsverket. However, if you face any difficulties to apply, don’t need to be worried. Career Paths is here to help you out.

Requirements for Residence Permit:

• A valid passport.

• Proof of admission to a program (which requires your physical presence) as a full-time student.

• Proof of payment for tuition fees.

• Proof of funds that you are able to support yourself during studying in Sweden.

  
  

  ‌ Available Scholarships for Sweden Study

  Sweden offers a number of scholarships for international students. Scholarships are available at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The scholarships can cover either a full or partial tuition waiver. Some scholarships include a monthly living stipend along with a full tuition fee waiver. These scholarships are typically awarded on the basis of financial need and academic merit. Extra-curricular activities and leadership skills are also important for getting scholarships. Let’s see some of the great scholarships.

  
  

  ‌Scholarships in Sweden for professionals (SI Scholarship)

  The SI Scholarships for Global Professionals are awarded to highly-qualified individuals with demonstrated leadership potential within their respective fields. This is one of the most prestigious scholarships in the world. In fact, SI Scholarships are highly competitive, and only a limited number of scholarships are awarded each year. And the SI scholarship is only for professionals.

  What does it cover?

  
  

• Full tuition fee coverage. The fee is paid directly by SI to your Swedish university at the beginning of each semester.

• A monthly SEK 10,000 to cover your living expenses throughout the study period.

• Insurance against illness and accident.

• Travel Grant, which is worth SEK 15,000 for the entire study period.

• Membership of the SI Network for Future Global Professionals (NFGP). The platform will help you grow professionally and build a network while in Sweden.

  Most importantly, you will become a member of the SI Alumni Network after your scholarship period has ended. This membership will open the door to unique opportunities for continued networking as well as professional development.

  ‌University Scholarships

  Most Swedish Universities offer scholarships to International Students. It can be a partial waiver on tuition fees or a full tuition fee waiver, depending on the university. Here are some of the great university scholarships below.

• BTH Scholarships

• Chalmers University of Technology scholarships

• Dalarna University scholarships

• Halmstad University scholarships

• Jönköping University scholarships

• KTH Royal Institute of Technology scholarships

• Karlstad University scholarships

• Karolinska Institutet scholarships

• Kristianstad University scholarships

• Linköping University scholarships

• Linnaeus University scholarships

• Luleå University of Technology scholarships

• Lund University scholarships

• Malmö University scholarships

  
  

  How to apply for a Swedish Student Visa

  Applying to Study in Sweden is pretty straightforward. You have to follow the right process to get admission to a Swedish university and a residence permit to study and live there. Here is the simple and step-by-step guide below.

  
  

  How to Apply to a Bachelor’s & Master’s in Sweden?

  
  

• First, choose a preferred course and university.

• Prepare your documents that need to apply.

• Prepare your IELTS.

• Apply online through the web portal of the University.

• Get an offer if you are eligible to study there.

• Apply for a student visa to study there.

• Book an air ticket and fly to your dream destination.

‌ Employment/Work opportunities in Sweden

Sweden is one of the richest countries in Europe. You can easily get a job while studying in Sweden. After your graduation, you will even get more opportunities. Here are the basic rules and regulations on working in Sweden below.

Work while studying in Sweden

International students are allowed to do part-time jobs, and there is no restriction on time. You can work more than 20 hours. But it’s better to work full-time during summer vacation. Since you are a student, the study should get the first priority. If you have any dependents, for example, your spouse, then s/he can work full time.

Work after graduation in Sweden

After completion of studies in Sweden, International Students can extend their residence permit for up to 12 months. During this time, you can land your dream job in Sweden. Getting a full- time job in Sweden is much easier than in many countries in the world.

PR Facilities in Sweden | How to Get PR

Getting PR in Sweden after studies is very easy. You just need to follow some simple steps. Here are the basic requirements for getting PR in Sweden below.

• You must have a valid passport.

• You must get a job offer in Sweden with an average salary of not lower than 13,000 SEK per month.

• Your employer will be required to obtain a “union statement”.

• You must check that the employer covers the following insurances:

  • Health insurance (must cover loss of income, not just cover medical expenses)

  • Life insurance

  • Occupational Injury insurance

  • Pension insurance (only required for people aged 25 or over)

If you get employment from a certified company, the Migration Agency will process your application within 10 days. Otherwise, it may take around 1 – 6 months to get a work permit.

You can apply for PR after successfully living in Sweden for 4 years.

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