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Today, I am going to teach you everything you need to know about applying for admission into undergraduate, Master or/and PhD programs in Universities in Sweden
with FULL SCHOLARSHIP.
• Application Process
• Deadlines
• Effective Tips
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Today, I am going to teach you everything you need to know about applying for admission into undergraduate, Master or/and PhD programs in Universities in Sweden
with FULL SCHOLARSHIP.• Application Process
• Deadlines
• Effective Tips
A Thread
RT for others
Sweden is a very interesting and appealing nation. This is due to reasons, some of which are:
• Swedes love their coffee
• The state-owned alcohol monopoly
• A “Queue” culture
• Good education
• Green practices
• Cold in the winter https://sweden.se/society/20-things-to-know-before-moving-to-sweden/
• Swedes love their coffee
• The state-owned alcohol monopoly
• A “Queue” culture
• Good education
• Green practices
• Cold in the winter https://sweden.se/society/20-things-to-know-before-moving-to-sweden/
Here is a quick test and it takes only 4 minutes! Check now if Sweden is the right study destination for you.
Access link to quiz: https://quiz.mystudy.fit/is-sweden-the-right-study-destination-for-you?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=study_test
Access link to quiz: https://quiz.mystudy.fit/is-sweden-the-right-study-destination-for-you?utm_source=website&utm_medium=website&utm_campaign=study_test
I do not know your results of the test but I am going to go ahead and fill you in on how to go about studying in Sweden.
Quickly, Sweden has 39 universities which typically offer 1000+ programs.
List: https://www.4icu.org/se/
More comprehensive list: https://studyinsweden.se/universities
Quickly, Sweden has 39 universities which typically offer 1000+ programs.
List: https://www.4icu.org/se/
More comprehensive list: https://studyinsweden.se/universities
When you click on the more comprehensive list (above), it gives you details on location, students and faculty data, and what kind of programs they offer.
They also show you what ties to the local industry the University has. I personally, think this is good information. Okay.
They also show you what ties to the local industry the University has. I personally, think this is good information. Okay.
Now, an alternative way to find your program + university fit is to search @Google for the “XYZ University Program Admission” and find a direct link to the program website.
For some folks, this is more exciting, and it allows them to cross out some schools in their list easily.
For some folks, this is more exciting, and it allows them to cross out some schools in their list easily.
Here are links to the following:
Bachelor Degree Programs offered by Universities in Sweden: https://studyinsweden.se/programmes?period=ht-2021&level=ba&pa=1
Master Degree Programs offered by Universities in Sweden: https://studyinsweden.se/programmes?period=ht-2021&level=ma&pa=1
PhD programs: https://studyinsweden.se/plan-your-studies/degree-programmes/phd-programmes/
Bachelor Degree Programs offered by Universities in Sweden: https://studyinsweden.se/programmes?period=ht-2021&level=ba&pa=1
Master Degree Programs offered by Universities in Sweden: https://studyinsweden.se/programmes?period=ht-2021&level=ma&pa=1
PhD programs: https://studyinsweden.se/plan-your-studies/degree-programmes/phd-programmes/
You can also filter further by subject areas. This should put you in the mix.
Now, it is interesting to learn that asides the Bachelor’s and Masters, the PhD programs are generally free of charge in Sweden. Of course, you’ve to be admitted/study.
Source: https://www.uu.se/en/admissions/master/fees/tuition-fees-for-phd-students/
Now, it is interesting to learn that asides the Bachelor’s and Masters, the PhD programs are generally free of charge in Sweden. Of course, you’ve to be admitted/study.
Source: https://www.uu.se/en/admissions/master/fees/tuition-fees-for-phd-students/
Now, let us talk typical application requirements:
A. Undergraduate
• completed your upper secondary (high school) education (post-16), and
• be able to demonstrate proficiency in English (language requirements: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements/) https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/bachelors-requirements/#general-entry-requirements
A. Undergraduate
• completed your upper secondary (high school) education (post-16), and
• be able to demonstrate proficiency in English (language requirements: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/english-language-requirements/) https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/bachelors-requirements/#general-entry-requirements
For this country, you need to look at program specific requirements. Remember the link I shared earlier about programs, use it.
B. Master Degree Programs:
Asides, your Bachelor Degree, you need to demonstrate English proficiency (either by a letter of medium of instruction...
B. Master Degree Programs:
Asides, your Bachelor Degree, you need to demonstrate English proficiency (either by a letter of medium of instruction...
...or you taking a standardized test like TOEFL ibt or IELTS academic): https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/entry-requirements/masters-requirements/#general-entry-requirements
The rule of thumb is that you find the program/school and you apply directly before Paying the application fee (SEK 900)
This covers all the programs you are applying to per semester
The rule of thumb is that you find the program/school and you apply directly before Paying the application fee (SEK 900)
This covers all the programs you are applying to per semester
To pay application fee, you will visit: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/fees-scholarships-residence-permit/pay-your-application-fee/
In general, here is a checklist that can help you through the process:
In general, here is a checklist that can help you through the process:
c. The PhD
“When you apply for a PhD programme in Sweden, you’re actually applying for a job.”
For this, you need to have a master’s degree.
+Find a PhD at a Swedish university:
+Find other academic positions in Sweden
+info about research
Visit: https://studyinsweden.se/plan-your-studies/degree-programmes/phd-programmes/
“When you apply for a PhD programme in Sweden, you’re actually applying for a job.”
For this, you need to have a master’s degree.
+Find a PhD at a Swedish university:
+Find other academic positions in Sweden
+info about research
Visit: https://studyinsweden.se/plan-your-studies/degree-programmes/phd-programmes/
Here are tips for writing the personal statement: https://blogs.studyinsweden.se/2019/12/16/my-diary-of-writing-a-personal-statement-to-study-in-sweden/
Meet current students: https://blogs.studyinsweden.se
Key dates and deadlines
Autumn Semester Dates: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/key-dates-and-deadlines/autumn-semester-dates/
Spring Semester Dates: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/key-dates-and-deadlines/spring-semester-dates/
Admission Rounds: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/key-dates-and-deadlines/spring-semester-dates/
Autumn Semester Dates: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/key-dates-and-deadlines/autumn-semester-dates/
Spring Semester Dates: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/key-dates-and-deadlines/spring-semester-dates/
Admission Rounds: https://www.universityadmissions.se/en/key-dates-and-deadlines/spring-semester-dates/
Curious about what it’s like to study in Sweden? 
Wondering what kinds of programmes you can study? Join the Study in Sweden Team for a chat about studying in Sweden.
Register for the webinars via: https://studyinsweden.se/news/study-in-sweden-webinars-2020/
Wondering what kinds of programmes you can study? Join the Study in Sweden Team for a chat about studying in Sweden.Register for the webinars via: https://studyinsweden.se/news/study-in-sweden-webinars-2020/
Before, we deep down delve into scholarships, let me quickly state that for the PhD programs
“There are – no tuition fees, no scholarships. But you’ll receive a monthly salary instead. That is why available PhD positions are listed on a university’s job board.”
Let us continue:
“There are – no tuition fees, no scholarships. But you’ll receive a monthly salary instead. That is why available PhD positions are listed on a university’s job board.”
Let us continue:
Here is a search tool for all scholarships: https://studyinsweden.se/scholarships
You can search for University Scholarships via: https://studyinsweden.se/scholarships
The link above has direct paths to 39 of them for each school.
The next sets of tweets are links to Swedish Institute Scholarships and otters that are applicable. Check to see if you qualify.
The link above has direct paths to 39 of them for each school.
The next sets of tweets are links to Swedish Institute Scholarships and otters that are applicable. Check to see if you qualify.
A. Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals
This is a fully funded opportunity which you should take advantage of.
Website: https://si.se/app/uploads/2020/11/eligible-masters-programmes-sisgp-and-sissa-2021_2022.pdf
List of eligible programs: https://si.se/app/uploads/2020/11/eligible-masters-programmes-sisgp-and-sissa-2021_2022.pdf
• Available for 42 countries.
This is a fully funded opportunity which you should take advantage of.
Website: https://si.se/app/uploads/2020/11/eligible-masters-programmes-sisgp-and-sissa-2021_2022.pdf
List of eligible programs: https://si.se/app/uploads/2020/11/eligible-masters-programmes-sisgp-and-sissa-2021_2022.pdf
• Available for 42 countries.
B. “Study a Master’s in Europe” scholarship: https://www.educations.com/scholarships/study-a-masters-in-europe-15211
C. SCHOLARSHIPSGVD Renovations Scholarship: https://www.gvdrenovationsinc.com/scholarship/
D. Jack & Jones Scholarship (for fashion and business-related programs): https://www.jackjones.com/se/sv/jj/stipendium/
C. SCHOLARSHIPSGVD Renovations Scholarship: https://www.gvdrenovationsinc.com/scholarship/
D. Jack & Jones Scholarship (for fashion and business-related programs): https://www.jackjones.com/se/sv/jj/stipendium/
E. Open Society Foundation fellowships and scholarships: https://www.opensocietyfoundations.org/grants
F. Produktexperter Scholarship (for students studying already in Sweden): https://www.produktexperter.se/produktexperter-scholarship/
G. Rotary International district and global grants: https://my.rotary.org/en/take-action/apply-grants
F. Produktexperter Scholarship (for students studying already in Sweden): https://www.produktexperter.se/produktexperter-scholarship/
G. Rotary International district and global grants: https://my.rotary.org/en/take-action/apply-grants
H. The Global Sustainable Electricity Partnership scholarships: https://www.globalelectricity.org/scholarship/
I. The World Bank Scholarship and Fellows Program: https://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/scholarships
J. UNESCO Fellowships: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/fellowships
I. The World Bank Scholarship and Fellows Program: https://www.worldbank.org/en/programs/scholarships
J. UNESCO Fellowships: http://www.unesco.org/new/en/fellowships
Goodluck in your search. I wish you all the very best. Follow @Okpala_IU for more.
