Study in Sweden

Study in sweden:

  Every year, many international students choose Sweden as their objective for studies.
There are 52 universites and university colleges in Sweden, presents Bachleor’s level, Masters level and Doctoral level courses and programmes
 This website designed  for international students for application to Sweden.


How to make application:
Application to swedish universities is very simple, online application, many programs in many universities of choice can be applied, the website used for online application is (www.universityadmissions.se)
Doc's should be verified university, Higher Education authority and foreign office including coversheet(programs applied), a motivation letter & two reference letters, see the program needs and requirement .
They dont want any Ielts/other proficiency test for Non-humanities field of study students(i,e science std) in most of programs.
They have centralized system to which doc's should be sent directly by Post mail , sending address is, mentioned on universityadmission website.
After receiving Doc's, they scan it and send that to your applied universities, where they check out whether this person qualify or not + merit etc.
More about sweden:
with passage of time in sweden a person can switch to work permit(some earnings and tax), later after four year of work permit, qualify for Permanent Residence PR. which is usually modified to passport with in 2 yrs. or a person can start business and switch status to Business, after two yrs of that PR is granted 
But Sweden has implemented fees on its study programs i.e Bachelors or masters in autumn 2011. probably they cost approx 250 000 kr per masters program(differ from program to program) for Non-European i.e study is still free for EU student.
While for others fees is mandatory + 900 kr processing fees as well, thats why students inflow to sweden is almost decreased.
there are some scholarship base programs which covers only program fees, no allowance for other expenses i.e accommodation or food or others etc.
 For that its important to get to university webiste i.e stockholm univeristy site and see/find out scholarship, similarly in other universities as well.
The website for swedish universities is following:
1. Create account first, use this account for Login/Logout and applying applications.
2.Search your study program of your choice in available university in English Language else swedish language and submit that.
3.Send the Documents (after verification and attestation from native country) accompanied with Coversheet, Motivation letters and reference letters.
4. check out your application status from time to time, and see the applied program status is in progress or merit waiting or Admitted or Conditionally admitted.
5. Instruction and messages are available on same site, see that and follow that..
6. Apply visa after getting admission..

-----------------List of Universities in Sweden-------------------------

• Blekinge Institute of Technology
• Chalmers University of Technology
• Dalarna University
• Ersta Sköndal University College
• GIH – Swedish School of Sport and Health Sciences
• Gotland University
• Halmstad University
• Jönköping University
• Karlstad University
• Karolinska Institutet
• KKH – Royal University College of the Fine Arts
• KMH – Royal College of Music in Stockholm
• Konstfack
• Kristianstad University
• KTH Royal Institute of Technology
• Linköping University
• Linnaeus University
• Luleå University of Technology
• Lund University
• Malmö University
• Mid Sweden University
• Mälardalen University
• SLU – Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
• Sophiahemmet University College
• Stockholm School of Economics
• Stockholm University
• Södertörn University
• Umeå University
• University of Borås
• University of Dance and Circus
• University of Gothenburg
• University of Gävle
• University of Skövde
• University West
• Uppsala University
• Örebro University

---------------------Bachelors Programme in Swedish universities-----------------

Swedish Universities that Offer Bachelors Programme in English
 

Blekinge Institute of Technology, Borås University, Dalarna University, Jönköping Universit, Kristianstad University, Lund University, Mälardalen University, Malmö University, Mid Sweden University, Stockholm School of Economics, Umeå University, University of Gävle, University of Gothenburg, Växjö University

General Admission Requirements

The following documents must be submitted with your application: Intermediate (FSC) / Higher Secondary School Certificate ISSC/HSSC
Verification

All documents must be certified by Relevant Board and then from IBCC (ISSC/HSSC)

Specific entry requirements

Most study programmes and courses also have specific requirements. In order to find out what they are you should read the course or programme descriptions on the website of the HE institution where you would like to study, or in the course search result list. University records Transcript of courses and grades

If you have a university degree or if you are doing bachelors / studying at undergraduate level you must demonstrate this by arranging for your university to send a transcript of your completed courses and grades in a sealed envelope directly to: University Studies in Sweden FE 1 SE - 833 83 Stroemsund SWEDEN

Please note that you will be expected to submit documentation of your upper secondary education as well.

English Language Requirements


Proficiency in English

You must also present proof of proficiency in the English language. For courses and programmes where the language of instruction is English, the entry requirement is usually the equivalent of English studies at upper secondary (post-16) level in Sweden (English course B).

If your secondary school qualification in English is not considered to fulfill this requirement, you must submit the official results from an internationally recognized test such as TOEFL or IELTS.

Minimum language test results required


IELTS:

You should send a copy of your IELTS test results to University Studies in Sweden, FE1, SE-833 83, Stroemsund, SWEDEN. They will verify your results online.

Academic modules For course B: an overall mark of 6.0 and no section below 5.0 For course A: an overall mark of 5.0 and no section below 4.5


TOEFL:

All TOEFL tests must be sent straight from Educational Testing Service (ETS). The institution code of University Studies in Sweden is Sweden 9520. You must provide this code in order for your results to be reported to University Studies.

Paper-based For B: Score of 4.0 (scale 1-6) in written test and a total score of 550 For A: Score of 4.0 (scale 1-6) in written test and a total score of 500

Computer-based For B: Score of 4.0 (scale 0-6) in essay rating and a total score of 213 For A: Score of 4.0 (scale 0-6) in essay rating and a total score of 173

Internet-based For B: Score of 17 of (scale 0-30) in written test and a total score of 79 For A: Score of 17 of (scale 0-30) in written test and a total score of 61


NB! TOEFL Examinee Score Records are not accepted


-------------------------------Step by Step application---------------------------------------


The Very First Step is to get your documents Attested. Required Verifications and Attestations are as follows.

Attestation from Relevant Board Matric Certificate (SSC- Secondary School Certificate) Intermediate- FSc Certificate (HSC- Higher Secondary School Certificate) both will be attested from Relevant Board (The Board from where you have done your Matric and Intermediate) Attestation from IBCC

Inter Board Committee of Chairmen Matric and Intermediate Certificates needs to be attested from IBCC

Attestation from HEC

Documents to be attested from HEC

Bachelors Degree Bachelors Transcripts (All Pages needs to be attested)

Provisional Letter (A letter issued in case if you have not received your degree from university, this document is mandatory for admission if you do not have degree)

You need to attest Photo copies and originals also (You will be asked by university to show your original documents after being in Sweden)

Masters Degree Masters Transcript (all Pages)

Provisional Letter

(Letter Issued by university in case if you are not issued with degree), you are supposed to attest it so that your application will be considered by evaluation staff of Studera.

English Proficiency Certificate

(See Step 3 for detail of English Language Requirements)

STEP 1 Document Attestation

General Entry requirements

To meet the entry requirements for second cycle (postgraduate/Master's) studies, you must: have been awarded a 4 years Bachelor's degree (equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen) from an internationally recognized university. The HEI (Higher Education Institution) must be listed in the latest edition of the International Handbook of Universities.

Have been awarded a 2 years bachelors degree and then a 2 years master’s degree, for admission to master’s programme you need to prove that you have a total of 16 years of Qualifications.

Note: you are Ineligible: If you have a 2 years Bachelors Degree you do not meet requirements for admission in masters programme, but you can apply for Bachelors Programme.

STEP 2 General Entry Requirement

English Language Requirement

You are required to provide to a proof that you can read write speak and understand English You must be able to demonstrate proficiency in English by means of an internationally recognized test, e. g. TOEFL, IELTS or the equivalent. Check the website of the HEI where you would like to study for more information about language requirements. Some students may be exempt from submitting formal test evidence. See

Exemptions.

Exemption for Pakistan

Pakistani students are exempt from submitting formal test evidence. If you are a Students with Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Medicine, Pharmacy, Science or Technology from India or Pakistan.

Even if you fall in the category of Exemption, you are required to submit a written proof from your Ex University that the mode of teaching at university is English.

Note: HEC do not attest any English Proficiency Certificate.

STEP 3 English Language Requirement

Specific Entry Requirement

In addition to the requirements described above there may be specific entry requirements stipulated by a HEI and/or department. You can find more information directly from the University web site. Do not miss to look into the specific requirements of Programme in which you are applying.

Specific Entry requirements are different for different programme e.g

MS Computer Science, 120 hp

Applicants are expected to have a bachelor's degree with a major in computer science, information technology, software engineering or computer engineering, including the equivalent of at least 30 ECTS credits, i.e. one semester of full-time study, in mathematics. Alternatively a bachelor's degree with a minor in computer science or related subject area, a minimum of 60 ECTS credits in computer-related subjects (e.g. programming, data structures, databases, software engineering, computer hardware, computer networks) and a minimum of 30 ECTS credits in mathematics (e.g. continuous and discrete mathematics, statistics).

MS Business Administration, 120 hp

A bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Economics with at least 90 credits, i.e. three semesters of studies, in business administration or economics or the equivalent. Each applicant must enclose a Letter of Intent written in English, explaining why they want to study this programme, and a summary of their bachelor’s essay or project. If applicants hold a degree that does not include a bachelor’s essay or project, their Letter of Intent should describe previous studies and any academic activities that are related to the master’s programme or the programme applied for.

STEP 4 Specific Entry Requirement

Specific Entry Requirement / Special Documents

As I mentioned above different programme’s have different specific requirements, Some times it is mandatory to attach the following documents Letter of Intent / Statement of Purpose CV / resume Experience Letter (from Ex Employer) Letter of Recommendation ( from professor or employer )

Attach the documents according to programme requirements. Do not attach extra documents if they are not required.

STEP 4 (B) Specific Entry Requirement

Special Documents

A photo copy of first two pages of Passport or English translation of your NIC (If you do not have passport yet apply for it, or you can get your NIC translated from court offices, do not forget to get it stamped from notary public )

Proof of Identification (Passport / English of NIC)

Educational Certificates (Matric, Fsc, Bsc, MSc) Degrees and Transcripts

English Language Proof, English Proficiency Certificate/ Ielts / tofel

Letter of Intent / Statement of Purpose (Sample)

Resume (Only If Required)

Letter of recommendation (Only if required)

Experience Letter (Only if required)

Arrange / Sort the documents in this order

1. Cover sheet 2. Certificates and diplomas (Highest degree to lowest) 3. Transcripts of completed courses and grades (including course list). If possible, sort them in reverse chronological order, i. e. the most recent on top 4. Proof of English language skills. 5. Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements.

a. SOP (If required)

b. CV (If required)

c. Letter of Recommendation (If required)

d. Etc (Send only if required)

6. A copy of the page in your passport with your personal data and photograph or some other document of identification

Sort the documents in the same order as stated in this list and send them in one envelope to the address stated on the cover sheet. Only send one set of documents. Avoid using staplers, paper clips, and documents printed on both sides.

You are always welcome if you have any questions regarding Admissions..


--------------------How to Find Accommodation-------------------

Accommodation:
Please be ware that finding an accommodation in Stockholm is extremely difficult. It is not only difficult for new comers but also for those who are already here and even a Swedish person who moves to Stockholm from another city finds it difficult to find an accommodation in Stockholm.
The best way is to either book an accommodation through your university or find someone before leaving from Pakistan who has already booked an accommodation.
The first step is to register yourself with www.sssb.se
and please remember to sign in at least once in 3 months, otherwise you will loose all your points. Even if you are not able to come this time it will be very useful next time.
University Specific Information


KTH - http://www.kth.se/studies/master/accommodation?l=en
The Website for Student Accommodation in Stockholm. The following website suggests student accommodation(s) near (within 25 minutes by public transport) for all campuses of all institutes in Stockholm.
http://www.studyinstockholm.se/living/housing.php
Note: The Kista Campus of KTH is not mentioned under KTH. To look for an accommodation near Kista campus, select "Department of Computer and Systems Sciences" under Stockholm University.
Student Accommodation Companies
Note: Wherever an accommodation is in walking distance it is explicitly mentioned, otherwise the distance (times) are mentioned by public transport.
 SSSB - http://www.sssb.se/index.php?page=home_eng
The following website gives a fair idea of universities in Stockholm and the accommodation of SSSB close by. http://www.sssb.se/uploads/images/Omraden/Stockholmskartan_large.jpg

Note: You rightly do not see Kista in the map because there are no SSSB accommodations in Kista. The nearest accommodation to Kista campus is Pax and Strix (10 minutes by public transport)
Svebo - http://www.svenskabostader.se/SubStart____71875.aspx
Arvingevagen (Kista) – Approximately 12-15 minutes walk from KTH – Kista campus
KistaStudentBostader- http://www.kistastudentbostader.se/?lang=_en
Kista – Within 5 minutes walk to KTH Kista campus.
Studenthemmet Tempus – http://www.studenthemmettempus.se/ Bromma (Nearest Tunnelbana station (Akeshov)) – distance from both Kista and KTH main campus is approximately 30 minutes.
Riksten Friluftsstad AB - http://www.riksten.se/index.php?lng=2&id=22
HUGE Fastigheter AB - http://www.huge.se/student/english/
Here are few very effective links for accommodation:
www.jagvillhabostad.nu/?sid=1&pid=

www.abc-annons.se/...Rum.../uthyres-stockholm-stud[/b]

  (Confirm all the information from the university you are applying, i.e. is available on your website, usually they some time update their requirements, Best of luck)

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