Standardized Tests:

To meet the entry requirements for (postgraduate/Master’s) studies, you must:

• Have been awarded a Bachelor’s degree from an internationally recognized university.
• Be able to demonstrate proficiency in English by means of an internationally recognized test, e. g. TOEFL, IELTS or the equivalent.

Step by Step Procedure for Application Process:

To apply for Sweden Universities you can apply through only Online, and can ONLY apply only for four universities at a time. Universities have several online website for Application Process (https://www.studera.nu)

You can submit the following documents once you have completed your online application:

1. Cover sheet

2. Certificates and diplomas from previous education at an internationally recognized higher education institution

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 (IELTS).

5. Proof that you meet the specific entry requirements.

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.

If the specific entry requirements of a higher education institution and/or department include a dissertation or essay, send these directly to the HEI (Letters of Intent can be sent to University Studies). The specific entry requirements are stipulated in the study program descriptions.

Please, only submit the required documents that are listed here above, and do not send letters of recommendation unless they are specifically required by the university to which you are applying.

Requirements for documents

• All documents, copies and scanned documents supporting your application must be stamped and signed by the issuing institution, or a notary public. If this is not done, your application is not processed.
• Documents should be in the original language, and in officially certified translations into Swedish, English, French or German, if the original documents are in a language other than the Scandinavian languages.
• All TOEFL tests must be sent straight from Educational Testing Service (ETS) and reach University Studies in Sweden before 1 February 2009.The institution code is Sweden 9520 and this must be stated.
• Wait for the decision to be made by the university it might vary from university to university to issue an admission.
• Generally international students should apply in advance for Sweden Universities for their i20.

Key Dates:

When applying for a Master’s program, it is important to remember certain key dates.
Semester start August or September 2009

o Online service opens: 1 December 2008

o Application deadline: 15 January 2009

o Documents must arrive no later than: 2 February 2009

o Selection results/Notification of admission: Early May 2009

Estimated Cost :

The currency here is known as Swedish krona (SEK). Although tuition fee is free in almost all cases, living in Sweden is still expensive. There are a number of ways you can get funding to help you afford your stay.