Sweden is a friendly and welcoming country, with large numbers of international students. But, as with any study abroad experience you should allow plenty of time for your application.
The first step should be to contact your university and confirm their entry requirements. They may also have an international office with staff able to provide specific advice and guidance on your application.
The following are general guidelines for applications to study a Masters in Sweden.
Entry requirements
The minimum entry requirement for a Swedish Masters is a completed Bachelors degree.
If you want to study a course that is taught in English and you are not a native speaker, you may have to demonstrate your language skills through an English language test such as the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) or the International English Language Testing System (IELTS). For courses taught in Swedish, you may have to take tests or complete a Swedish language course before beginning your studies.
Some universities may also have their own specific entry requirements. You can find out more by viewing individual Swedish Masters degrees in our database.
If you are currently studying for a Bachelors or Masters in the UK you may be able to spend time studying in Sweden through the Erasmus scheme. Contact the international office at your university or department to find out more.
Students from England, France, Spain, Turkey and Luxembourg are also able to apply for an Erasmus+ Masters loan to study a full postgraduate degree abroad in Sweden.
Application process
Applications for a Masters in Sweden are made through the University Admissions in Sweden online system and you can apply for up to four Masters courses at once. You should print off the cover sheet from the website and send it by post along with copies of academic certificates and any other proof of qualifications, as requested. A letter of intention or essay may also be required by different universities.
Deadlines for most courses are in mid-January.
The application deadline for non-EU students is in mid-January for studies commencing the upcoming autumn term. For EU students not requiring a residence permit, the deadline is in mid-April. Exact deadlines are available for individual Swedish Masters degrees in our course listings. You can also view information on specific course deadlines via the University Admissions Sweden website.