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Why Study in Sweden?
Sweden is one of the most innovative, research-driven, and student-friendly countries in Europe. Known for its world-class universities, high-quality education, and focus on creativity and critical thinking, Sweden attracts thousands of international students every year.
As the home of global companies like IKEA, Volvo, Ericsson, Spotify, and H&M, Sweden offers excellent career opportunities. Its universities encourage independent learning and hands-on research, making it ideal for students who want to build both academic and professional skills.
Cost of Studying in Sweden
Tuition fees for non-EU students are moderate compared to the UK or USA.
Bachelor’s Degree: SEK 80,000 – 140,000/year (€7,000 – €12,000)
Master’s Degree: SEK 100,000 – 200,000/year (€9,000 – €18,000)
PhD: Usually tuition-free (often with stipend)
Cost of Living in Sweden
Sweden has a higher cost of living than Hungary or Germany, but it’s manageable with part-time jobs. On average, students need SEK 8,500 – 12,000/month (€750 – €1,100).
Accommodation: SEK 3,000 – 6,000/month
Food & Groceries: SEK 2,000 – 3,000/month
Transport: SEK 500 – 800/month (discounted student card)
Health Insurance: Free/low-cost for EU students; non-EU students must purchase insurance
Admission RequirementsAdmission Requirements
Valid Passport
Academic Certificates & Transcripts
Proof of English Proficiency (IELTS/TOEFL/PTE)
Motivation Letter / SOP
CV/Resume
Passport Photos
Portfolio (for Design/Architecture programs)
Language Requirements
Most programs are taught in English, but Swedish is useful for part-time jobs.
IELTS: 6.0 – 6.5 (Bachelor), 6.5 – 7.0 (Master)
TOEFL iBT: 80 – 100
PTE: 58+
Visa Requirements
Bangladeshi students need a Swedish Residence Permit for Studies.
Requirements include:
Admission Letter from a Swedish University
Proof of Funds (approx. SEK 103,000/year ≈ €9,200)
Accommodation Proof
Health Insurance (for programs less than 1 year)
Academic Certificates
Police Clearance
Language Test Results
⏳ Visa processing time: 2–3 months.
Intakes in the Netherlands
August/September (Autumn Intake) – Main intake (most programs)
January (Spring Intake) – Limited programs
Popular Student Cities
Stockholm – Stockholm University, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, Karolinska Institute
Gothenburg – University of Gothenburg, Chalmers University of Technology
Lund – Lund University
Uppsala – Uppsala University
Linköping – Linköping University
Post-Study Work Opportunities
After completing studies, students can apply for a 12-month post-study residence permit to look for a job or start a business.
Popular industries:
IT & Software Development
Engineering & Technology
Business & Finance
Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Renewable Energy & Environmental Studies
Average graduate salary: SEK 25,000 – 35,000/month (€2,200 – €3,000).
Scholarships in Sweden
Swedish Institute Scholarships (SISGP) – Full scholarship for master’s students
University of Stockholm Scholarships
Lund University Global Scholarship
KTH Royal Institute of Technology Scholarship
Uppsala University Global Scholarship
Erasmus+ Scholarships
Top Courses in Sweden
Computer Science & IT
Engineering & Technology
Business & Management
Environmental Studies & Renewable Energy
Biotechnology & Life Sciences
Social Sciences & Humanities
Top University
Lund University
Uppsala University
Stockholm University
KTH Royal Institute of Technology
Karolinska Institute (Medical)
Chalmers University of Technology
Linköping University
