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Programme Details
Programme Details
Minimum mark 60%
Level Undergraduate
Language/s Study in English
Agreement Scope Sociology & Social and Political Sciences students
Exchange Places 1 full year place for 2026/27
Overview
Overview
About:
Stockholm University is one of the 200 highest-ranked universities in the world and one of the top 50 universities in Europe according to several well-established university ranking tables. With over 33,000 students at four different faculties: law, humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences, it is one of the largest universities in Scandinavia.
Highlights:
With a large student population, the bustling capital of Sweden makes for a fantastic study destination for international students. There is a wide variety of activities on campus, from student unions and faculty clubs to a large number of sporting activities. Stockholm itself is known as one of the most inclusive and welcoming cities in the world. Its contemporary, urban appeal is balanced with centuries-old history and closeness to nature, makes it a great choice for exchange students looking for a new cultural experience. The city is a European cultural hotspot with a plethora of art galleries, famous cultural sights and museums (namely, the ABBA museum!). In addition, it also has a large number of cafés, bars and restaurants for you to enjoy with your fellow students.
Location:
Stockholm, Sweden
Academic information
Academic information
Courses / Modules:
Stockholm University offers a wide range of courses and programmes for exchange students.
Credit (Full-time Load per semester):
You must take a full credit load while on exchange. Stockholm University uses the European Credit Transfer System (ECTS) to show credit values. 30 ECTS is the equivalent to 60 York credits, and 60 ECTS is the equivalent to 120 York credits.
Teaching Periods:
Teaching takes place over two semesters. Autumn semester tends to begin in late August, with the semester ending in mid-January, Spring semester tends to begin in early February, ending in early June.
Language:
The main language of instruction for the exchange is English, however Stockholm University does offer several opportunities to learn the Swedish language.
Student life
Student life
Accommodation:
Stockholm University rents and manages furnished rooms and apartments which are owned by other landlords in Stockholm. These are available to international students at Stockholm University. Students need to apply for accommodation when they receive information on the application process from Stockholm. Incoming visiting students will be put on the priority list with the Housing Office, but accommodation is not guaranteed,
For more information about finding accommodation at Stockholm University, visit this link.
Orientation:
Stockholm University organises a series of welcome activities at the beginning of each semester. For more information about the university's orientation, visit this link.
Support Services:
Several student support units are based in the Studenthuset on campus, for instance study and career counselling, the Academic Writing Service, support for students with disabilities and the Admissions Office. The bottom floor houses Stockholm University Student Union. Their Student Support pages detail the services on offer.
Visas:
You may need a visa to study in Sweden. If you are a UK National you must refer to the Gov.uk Travel Advice page for Sweden and its Living in Sweden guide to check on any visa requirements, and raise any queries directly with the relevant embassy/consulate. If you are not a UK national you should check equivalent advice for your home country.
Travel insurance:
If you complete the Travel Authorisation process and are approved by the University of York to participate in this programme, you will be covered by the University's Travel Insurance Policy. This is a complimentary policy to cover you for the duration of your University of York mobility experience. Please refer to the Insurance website for all travel insurance queries. You may be required to obtain health insurance valid during your exchange.
Health insurance:
Students travelling to Europe may be able to apply for a free UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) or in some circumstances a new UK-issued European Health Insurance Card (EHIC), which gives the right to access state-provided healthcare during a temporary stay in the EU. You are strongly recommended to obtain a GHIC / EHIC if eligible. To check your eligibility and find out how to apply if you are eligible, go to the NHS page on applying for healthcare cover abroad (GHIC and EHIC).
Please also refer to Stockholm University's information on health insurance requirements.
Student experiences
Student experiences
Isabelle, Sociology, year abroad, 2024/25
"I greatly enjoyed their different perspective towards education. This opened my eyes to different teaching and learning styles which will benefit me in my final year and in years to come if I decide to stay in education. They do one module at a time with a full-time pace which allows students to fully immerse themselves and focus on one area. Then they complete the exam at the end of the module. This took some getting used to, but I prefer their system to the system in the UK. I think it allows for deeper understanding of modules.
Although not completely vanished, I now understand more about the way that I work which has boosted my confidence going into my final year. From this experience I have learned the skill of presenting which I was not overly familiar with during my time in York. For a few of my modules in Stockholm I had to complete presentations. Though nerve-racking, I realised I am very good at presenting things. My confidence has definitely grown, and this bodes well for my future in the workplace. Furthermore, confidence with regards to my essay writing skills has increased. I learnt how beneficial time by myself was and picking up hobbies. The Swedish lifestyle places emphasis on a work-life balance which I really embraced and will take with me for the rest of my life. I do not think there is anything I wish I had known. The York Global Opportunities team prepared me incredibly well as well as the team at Stockholm University. The pre-departure workshops at York were especially helpful at reminding people about visa applications as well as housing."
Josie, Stockholm University, 2020-2021
"I definitely grew in confidence and was able to experience other cultures and ways of life that I would not have been able to in York. I was also able to learn a new language."
Jessica, European Exchange in Sweden
I have gained more confidence in my abilities to do new things. Now I know I can go to a city in another country where I do not speak the language, I can work out the transport system, I can find myself a place to stay, and I can enjoy doing all of it.
Have a look at some more student stories on the Global Opportunities website!
Top Tips for Studying in Sweden
Top Tips for Studying in Sweden
Please note: these tips have been provided by students who have studied abroad in Sweden or by Stockholm University- Global Opportunities recommends that you use these as a guide only and do your own research on what is best for you.
Money and Banking:
Costs and Financing:
Monthly budget: Students in Sweden should budget for at least 8,568 SEK per month to cover all of their living costs. For a breakdown by Study in Sweden of how a monthly budget may look, visit this link.
Banking: Get a card that doesn't charge foreign transaction fees so that you can take cash out easily without opening a bank account. There are several companies that offer these cards, such as Caxton, Starling, Monzo and Moneycorp. Revolut is also a good option, as you are able to transfer money without conversion fees. For more information about banking in Sweden, visit this link.
Staying Connected:
Make plans: Going to International events is a good way to meet people, especially the trips the international desk organise early in the term A great way to connect with people is also by joining clubs, groups and societies.
Call or send a postcard to your friends and family at home: A little thing like sending a postcard to your friends or family or having a quick catch-up on the phone can make all the difference and can help you feel a bit more settled.
Food:
Food shopping: There were lots of supermarkets dotted around the city as well as quite a few not too expensive restaurants and take-out places.
Eating on campus: Stockholm University offers a variety of different catering options for students, for more information about eating on campus visit this link.
Paperwork and bureaucracy:
Be organised: There will be a lot of paperwork to do throughout the year, so be as organised as possible! Make a list of things that need to be done and by when and start working your way through it as soon as you can. The earlier you do it, the better, as sometimes it can take quite a while for documents to be signed and approved.
Email organisation: Just made sure to add a subject at the top of my emails so I could easily find them.
Remember your supervisor: They are here to help! If you are struggling with the amount of paperwork, both your supervisor in York and your host institution are there to support you if you feel stuck or overwhelmed.
What I wished I'd known...:
Making the most of your experience: I wish I'd known that you never know if your time abroad is going to be unexpectedly cut short so make the most of every second.
Moving: "That moving to another country isn't that daunting! It's just like moving to University."
Courses: "The semesters work differently, so you may end up doing a course for only a month before it finishes."
Useful links
Useful links
Stockholm University social media links:
Facebook: @stockholmuniversity https://www.facebook.com/stockholmuniversity/
Instagram: @stockholmuniversity https://www.instagram.com/stockholmuniversity/?hl=en
Twitter: @Stockholm_Uni https://twitter.com/stockholm_uni?lang=en
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