How to Apply?

Before you apply, you should have completed a course of study leading to a degree or diploma equivalent to 180 ECTS (three years of full-time undergraduate study).

In many cases a bachelor’s degree will be regarded as fulfilling this requirement. For English-language programs, you should also have documented evidence of proficiency in English such as TOEFL or IELTS test results.

Examples of tests used and minimum scores:

- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Scores 500-550 (paper-based test), 173-213 (computer-based test), 61-79 (internet-based test)

- International English Language Testing Service (IELTS). Score 5.0-6.0 (no band lower than 4.5-5.0)

- Cambridge EFL examination. (Grades A or B)

- Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB). Score: 85-90 points

As of the 2007-08 academic year, there is a new online application procedure for master's level studies at Swedish universities.

An application code for each program
To find master’s degree programs of interest to you we recommend the search function at www.studyinsweden.se/course_search. Please note that each master’s program or individual course has a unique application code. After you have found one or more programs that you would like to apply to, go to www.studera.nu in order to register at the chosen program/programs. You can use the application code to make sure you apply to the intended program.

One application only
Studera.nu provides a central application system. This means that you can apply for several programs or courses offered by different Swedish universities in one application.

Please note that a few universities (mainly in the field of fine arts) may have different deadlines and application procedures. In addition, some programs have specific entry requirements which applicants also need to satisfy. If that is the case, the application process should be explained in the program description. The decision on whether to accept an applicant rests with the institutions themselves.

Make sure that you satisfy all the necessary requirements before submitting an application. If you are not sure, please contact the department responsible for the program directly with your questions. After the deadline passes, your application will undergo a selection procedure determined by the individual school and based on various criteria, such as grades obtained and results of previous courses and degree projects. All of these will influence the outcome of your application.

If you want to find out more about the new application system, click on the following links:

How to apply — www.studera.nu/howtoapply
Application procedure — www.studera.nu/applicationprocedure
Application deadlines — www.studera.nu/importantdates
Entrance requirements — www.studera.nu/requirements

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Master’s degree programs

Some 500 master’s degree programs at Swedish universities are taught entirely in English. You can search for master’s degree programs in our program database.

A prerequisite for applying to a master’s level program is the completion of at least three years at first level at a Swedish higher education institution, or the international equivalent – such as a three-year bachelor’s degree (180 higher education credits). Specialized knowledge may also suffice. You can read more about the application process here.

Starting with the 2007 academic year, Swedish higher education institutions have switched to a new degree structure that conforms to the Bologna Process, a Europe-wide standardization drive for higher education.

At the second level of study, there are two degree options:

There is a new two-year master’s degree – Degree of Master (Two Years), called “masterexamen” in Swedish (120 ECTS). Authorization to award “masterexamen” is given to state universities and other higher education institutions that are approved for research in one or more disciplinary domains, and to private education providers that are authorized to award doctorates and licentiates in a disciplinary domain. Other higher education institutions have to apply to the Swedish National Agency for Higher Education (state education providers) or the Government (private education providers) for authorization to award the degree.

The Degree of Master (One Year), “magisterexamen” in Swedish, is limited to one-year study programs only (60 ECTS).

With a few exceptions, all courses and programs are financed by the government and are thus free of charge for those Swedish and foreign students who are accepted.

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