There are compelling reasons why you should study in Sweden.
Innovation and creativity run deep Sweden is a safe and modern country in northern Europe, and it has accrued aspectacular reputation as an innovator and creative force. Sweden's famed corporate brands - like Volvo, Ikea, Ericsson,H&M and Saab - complement its cultural brands - like Bergman, Abba, Astrid Lindgren, Bjorn Borg, Strindberg, The
Cardigans and Garbo.
Standards are high
Sweden has a long and proud history of academic excellence, with
outstanding universities dating back to the 15th century. Sweden is the
home of the Nobel Prize, the world's most prestigious academic distinction.
Today, Sweden’s reputation for innovation is built on close cooperation
between industry and academia. Swedish universities are renowned for their
investigative research and independent thinking, and this reputation is
cemented with rigorous quality
control and nationally certified degrees. Sweden has one of the most
ambitious educational evaluation programmes in Europe, aimed at maintaining
this competitive edge.
Choice
Swedish universities offer around 500 master’s programs in English, ranging
from human rights law to mechanical engineering. Programmes are structured
in response to student demand – the result is a student-centric education
system, with open, informal relations between students and teachers, and
where personal initiative and critical thought are prized.
FOREIGN STUDENTS ARE WELCOME
Many students studying in Sweden come from abroad – 8.5% of the student
body,
according
to the OECD – making Sweden one of the world’s most inclusive countries for
education. But there is room for more: The number grew by over 80% over the
last 4-year period. There are now PhD candidates from some 80 countries
working towards their degrees in Sweden.
Sweden’s educational policy is based on the recognition that a
multicultural student body is a resource. Competition for places is keen,
but students of all nationalities may apply, given the right credentials;
and degree equivalency for past studies is granted on a flexible basis.
English is spoken by all
Almost all Swedes speak fluent English. Many Swedish companies use English
as their official working language. Foreign
students find that this prevalence of English makes adapting to their new
surroundings much easier. |