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Study in Sweden

Sweden is a Scandinavian country of thousands of coastal islands, vast forests and glaciated mountains, with a higher education system that is globally respected and highly international.

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Why Sweden

Why choose Sweden?

Sweden offers more than 1,000 degree programmes taught entirely in English across almost 40 universities, including Uppsala, Lund and Stockholm University. Its combination of academic rigour, open society and international mindset is ideal for globally ambitious students.

Education & programs

Sweden is a superb destination for international students, with over 60 Bachelor’s and 900+ Master’s degrees available in English across a wide range of disciplines.

Intakes

Session & deadlines

Plan ahead — knowing intake windows early makes a real difference to your application.

Spring Intake

Teaching starts in January. Application deadline: 15 August (applying in June is recommended).

Autumn Intake – Round 1

Applications open 18 October and close 15 January; documents due by 1 February. Results: 9 April (Bachelor), 16 April (Master).

Autumn Intake – Round 2

Applications open 15 March and close 15 April; documents due by 5 July for recent HSC completers. Results announced 16 July.

Language

Language requirements

  • Bachelor's

    IELTS overall 6.5 with no band below 5.5. Only TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition is accepted — writing score 20 (of 30), total 90.

  • Master's

    Same as Bachelor’s: IELTS overall 6.5 (no band below 5.5) or approved TOEFL iBT Special Home Edition.

Tuition

Tuition fees

  • Master's: on average around 10 lakh BDT equivalent per year.
Bank statement

The student must hold BDT 20 lakh in their own account. Each spouse or dependent must separately hold BDT 10 lakh in their own account.

Scholarships

Scholarship opportunities

Three main categories of Master’s scholarships are available.

Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarship — covers a 2-year duration
University scholarships awarded on academic merit
Other institutional scholarships
Fees

Essential financial commitments

Key application and processing fees to budget for.

Embassy Fee
Adult (Student/Spouse) 2,000 SEK; Child under 18 1,000 SEK.
Application Fee
900 SEK (approx. BDT 9,000)
Career & Residency

Career advancement & residency paths

From work permits to permanent residency, here's what to expect after graduation.

Job Opportunities

Non-EU students can take both full-time and part-time jobs during their Master’s studies, with an allowance of up to 40 hours per week. After completing 30 credits, students can apply for a work permit.

Spouse / Dependent Visa

Students can sponsor spouse and children for dependent residence permits.

Documents

General document requirements

Keep these ready and up to date. We'll guide you on country-specific formats and attestation.

Passport

A valid passport with at least 6 months of validity remaining at the time of application.

Academic Transcripts

Certified copies of transcripts and certificates from all previous institutions.

Language Proficiency

An accepted English test score such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE or an approved MOI certificate.

Statement of Purpose

A focused personal statement outlining your study goals, motivation and career plans.

Recommendation Letters

At least two letters from professors or employers who know your work well.

Financial Documents

Bank statements, FDR or sponsor papers proving funds for tuition and living costs.

Visa Application Form

A fully completed and signed visa form specific to your destination country.

Health Insurance

Valid coverage that meets the host country requirements for your entire stay.

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