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Stockholms Universitet
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On exchange in Sweden
The land of endless forests, elks, Northern lights, Abba, kötbullar and cinnamon rolls!
Costs
- Living: ± 2% lower than in Belgium
- Rent: ± 2% higher than in Belgium
- More info here.
Did you know?
Fika is Swedish for a coffee and cake break, but really it is much more than that. Fika is a social phenomenon, a legitimate reason to set aside a moment for quality time. It’s all about slowing down and finding time for friends and colleagues.
University portrait
A leading European university in one of the world’s most dynamic capitals. Stockholm University, in the capital of Sweden, is characterised by openness, innovation and collaboration. Ranked among the world’s top 100 universities, Stockholm University is one of Europe's leading centres for higher education and research in human science and science.
General information
Academic calendar
Important: Stockholm is a destination with an early start
The academic year is divided in 2 semester with exams after each period:
- Semester 1: September – January
- Semester 2: January – June
Language & requirements
Language of instruction:
- English and Swedish
Requirements:
For students taking courses in Swedish: Tisus test to provide evidence of Swedish language proficiency. The university offers language classes to learn Swedish.
One of the following tests to provide evidence of English language proficiency:
- TOEFL (paper based test): 550
- TOEFL (internet based test): 79
- IELTS: 6.0
Former exchange students
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Contact
For specific questions about an exchange please contact the coordinator internationalisation of your study programme and/or the faculty coordinator internationalisation.