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Study programmes

2-year Academy Profession (AP) programmes

Various adult and continuing education programmes offeredprimarily through part-time study

STUDYING IN DENMARK

INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONThere are three types of institutions – each with a different profilebut all offering high quality education. This gives you a greatvariety of study options – not least because the differentinstitutions co-operate in various areas and there are differentcredit transfer opportunities. So there are plenty of opportunitiesregardless of whether you are interested in a research-orientedprogramme or one which is more professionally oriented andapplied.

INSTITUTIONSAcademies of professional higher education(Erhvervsakademier )

The programmes offered at the academies of professional highereducation combine theory with practice. They are available in arange of disciplines, including business, technology, IT,multimedia, food industry, tourism, etc.

The academies are located in both large and small cities and havestrong links with local businesses and industry.

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University colleges ( Professionshøjskoler )

The university colleges combine theoretical study with practicalapplication in a range of subject areas. Work placements arealways included in the programmes, which prepare you to enterspecific professions. Courses are offered in areas such asbusiness, education, engineering, IT, nursing, social work, etc. Some university colleges are located in large cities and others inmore tranquil surroundings in small towns. Most of theinstitutions have a regional engagement and strong links withlocal businesses and industry.

Universities

The Danish universities are based on the continental Europeantradition of integrating education and research and offer highereducation programmes from undergraduate to PhD level. Studyoptions range from the more traditional academic subject areasto innovative interdisciplinary programmes. Most universities are multi-faculty institutions covering a widerange of disciplines with a few specialising in science andtechnology, IT, business, architecture, fine arts and music. Theuniversities are located in the larger cities and many of themhave close partnerships with business, industry and otherresearch institutions.

Study programmes

3-4½-year Professional Bachelor’s programmes

Various post-graduate diploma and executive Master’sprogrammes offered primarily through part-time study

3-year Bachelor’s programmes (BSc/ BA) 2-year Candidatus/Master’s programmes (MSc/ MA) 3-year PhD programmes

Various postgraduate diploma and executive Master’s pro-grammes offered primarily through part-time study

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ACCREDITATION AND QUALITY ASSURANCE

Higher education in Denmark is regulated by the state, and allpublic institutions are subject to continuous approval andevaluation processes. The institutions have a high degree ofautonomy, but they are required to follow the nationalregulations for e.g. teacher qualifications, degree structures andexaminations, including a system of external examiners.

The regulations define the national standards for Danish highereducation and ensure that all students obtain an education ofthe highest quality. A nationally established – fully independent– accreditation agency assures the quality and the relevance ofhigher education programmes. Furthermore many institutionshave obtained international accreditation for their programmes.

All institutions of higher education in Denmark use theEuropean Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS),which facilitates international credit transfer. Students receivecertificates or other types of documentation for all completedcourses. All students who complete a full degree or a diplomaprogramme receive a Diploma Supplement in English.

DIPLOMASThe most frequent diplomas awarded are the bachelor (B.Sc.,B.A.) and the master (M.Sc. M.A.). The PhD is the highestdiploma awarded.

Various postgraduate diploma and executive Master’sprogrammes are also offered primarily through part-time study.

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GETTING IN…International students wishing to study a full Danish degreeprogramme should be aware that admission requirements varyfrom programme to programme.

1) Undergraduate programmes You are eligible to apply for admission to an undergraduateprogramme if you hold a qualification comparable to a Danishqualifying examination (i.e diplôme de fin d’études secondairesor equivalent). We would advise you to contact the institutionyou are interested in for more information about the specificadmission requirements.

All programmes require a high proficiency in English. Foradmission to programmes in Danish, you are also required toprove that you have a sufficiently high level of Danish by takingthe Studytest of Danish as a Foreign Language ( Studieprøven idansk som andetsprog) or The Danish Test 2 ( Danskprøve 2 ).Some programmes may require that you have passed The

Danish Test 3 ( Danskprøve 3 ). In addition, some of the studyprogrammes have additional admission requirements, such asprior studies of a specific subject area or areas, practical workexperience etc.

Foreign qualifications for entry to higher educationwww.ciriusonline.dk/entry .

2) Master's programmes Admission requirements for Master's programmes (candidatusprogrammes) are:

• an internationally recognised good Bachelor's degree of good standard or equivalent

• proof of proficiency in English • proof of proficiency in Danish if the programme is taught

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3) PhD programmesThe general admissions requirements for PhD studies include aCandidatus/Master's degree or equivalent (comparable to theDanish two-year Candidatus/Master’s degree). In some areas, afour-year PhD programme is offered to students who havecompleted a Bachelor’s qualification and one year of study atpostgraduate level.

Further information Each institution is responsible for their own admission, andfurther information about entrance qualifications, additionaltests and potential credit transfer can be obtained at theinstitutions' admissions offices. However, CIRIUS also providesgeneral information on assessment of foreign qualifications foradmission to the Danish higher education programmes. Visitwww.ciriusonline.dk (Assessment and recognition).

ADMISSION PROCEDURESThe application procedures and deadlines vary betweeninstitutions and level of study. Usually 28 February is thedeadline for application for long-term study jewrols.

DEGREE PROGRAMMES

If you wish to study for a full degree at a higher educationinstitution in Denmark, you should enquire about entryqualifications, additional tests and potential credit transfersfrom the admission office at the institution where you wish tostudy.

Undergraduate studiesThe deadline for admission in August or September is usually15th March . A few institutions have additional intakes inJanuary or February and for those start dates, the deadline is1st September . The application forms are usually availablefrom the institutions from approximately 2 months beforethe deadline.

Postgraduate studies The deadlines for the different programmes vary and youshould therefore always contact the relevant institution forfurther information.

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EXCHANGE / VISITING STUDENTS

If you wish to study in Denmark as an exchange/visiting student,you have to be enrolled at a higher education institution already.You are advised to contact your own institution to find outabout the possibilities of studying in Denmark through anexchange agreement.

If it is not possible for you to go to Denmark via an exchangeagreement, you can contact the international office at theDanish institution you are interested in for information aboutpossibilities as a visiting student, application deadlines, etc.

Courses in Danish in Denmark The opportunities to learn Danish in Denmark are vast. There arelong courses running during the academic year, short intensivecourses and summer courses offered before the beginning of thesemester. Depending on your needs, time available, interests andprior qualifications, these are the main options:

• Courses at Danish higher education institutions • Programmes and courses offered by the local council in

Denmark • Private language schools or classes offered by private

language teachers • Courses at Danish 'Folk High Schools' ( Folkehøjskoler )

TUITION FEES

Higher education in Denmark is normally provided free ofcharge for EU/EEA students and all students participating in anexchange programme. All other students have to pay tuitionfees.

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LIVINGThe costs of living of a foreign student in Denmark depend verymuch on his personal lifestyle and habits. The budget below maybe considered as a guideline for the estimated costs in DDK.

FINANCIAL AIDFinancial aid from the Luxembourg Gouvernment is grantedthrough the CEDIESwww.cedies.luApplication deadlines:from 1. August till 31. October

RESIDENCE AND WORK PERMIT

Whether you need a residence or a work permit to study or workin Denmark depends on your nationality. If you are a EU/EEAcitizen, you need a residence permit if you intend to stay inDenmark for more than three months. You should apply for thisat the local county authority ( Statsamt ) in Denmark and bringyour admission papers from the Danish education institution.You do not need a work permit.

For further information on residence and work permit, pleasevisit: www.newtodenmark.dk

Estimated costs for one semester/a full year (DKK)

Accomodation 15.000 / 30.000

Food and household 10.000 / 20.000

Clothing and personal care 3.000 / 6.000

Local transportation 2.000 / 4.000

Books 2.000 / 4.000

Other costs 3.000 / 6.000

Total costs persemester/per year 35.000 / 70.000

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THE CPR-NUMBER

All Danes have a personal number, called a CPR number. This isa personal ID number which is used by education institutionsand all public organisations (e.g. the health care system, etc).International students, teachers, etc. therefore are required toobtain a CPR-number. A CPR-number can be obtained by contacting the civilregistration office ( Folkeregisteret ) in your local council. Pleasetake your residence permit and an ID card, e.g. your passport,with you. You will also need to bring proof of your address inDenmark. The CPR number will then be sent to you withinapproximately seven days.

In order to obtain a national (Danish) health service card ( Sygesikringsbevis ), you have to present the documents thatyou brought from your home country. You will automaticallyreceive the Danish health security card by in the post.

STUDENT HOUSING

Finding a place to live often takes time, so we would stronglyadvise you to contact your Danish education institution forinformation about accommodation as soon as you have beenadmitted.

The institutions will be able to assist you in finding a place to live- some may even guarantee to find somewhere for you. There areseveral accommodation options:

• room in a hall of residence (Kollegium), price: 240-400.- € per month.

• privately rented room in a house or a flat, price: 200-500.- € per month.

• privately rented flat - either alone or shared with other students, prices vary considerably.

Further information at: www.casaswap.com.

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SOCIAL SECURITY

Students from EU and EEA countries are also entitled to thesame health services as Danish citizens if they need urgentmedical treatment. You will have to bring your nationalEuropean Health Insurance Card (EHIC). Upon arrival, you willhave to apply for the Danish Health Insurance card.

WORKING

International students from EU/EEA are allowed to workunlimited hours, while students from the rest of the world canwork a maximum of 15 hours per week during the academic yearand full time during the summer holidays (June, July andAugust). The minimum wage per hour in Denmark isapproximately 12.-€.

The Danish Employment Services provide information on livingand working conditions and job opportunities for foreigners at:www.eures.dk .

Another possibility is the website www.workindenmark.dkwhere you can find in-depth information about Denmark as wellas the conditions and possibilities for working in Denmark. Thesite also contains a job database.

INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATION

- University of Copenhagen, www.ku.dk- Aarhus University, www.au.dk- Roskilde University, www.ruc.dk- University of Southern Denmark, www.sdu.dk- Aalborg University, www.aau.dk- Technical University of Denmark, www.dtu.dk- The IT-University of Copenhagen, www.itu.dk- Copenhagen Business School, www.cbs.dk- Royal Danish Academy of fine arts, Copenhagen,

www.kunstakademiet.dk

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unusual to find situations, such as Mikkeli Polytechnic, where thestudent body in the institution is drawn from over 36 countries.Apart from contacting institutions directly, prospective studentsmay contact CIMO, the Centre for International Mobility, whocan provide information about international programmes inFinland. (Tel+358 9 7747 7067), and details may also be obtainedfrom their website address at www.cimo.fi

STUDYING IN FINLAND

INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONHaving a dense network of educational institutions (made up of20 universities and 33 polytechnics as well as vocationalinstitutions), has provided such establishments with theopportunity to offer students an interesting array ofspecialisations from which to choose. Universities offer degrees atBachelor, Master, Licentiate, and Doctorate level, whilst degreeeducation in polytechnics emphasises business and industryneeds and hence has a very practical orientation. Institutions alsooffer a number of professional development programmes, thatare ideal for experienced managers or technicians who wish toupdate their skills.

The development of international programmes, by bothuniversities and polytechnics, has evolved naturally from the highlevel of co-operation that exists between these institutions andtheir counterparts throughout the world. Therefore it is not

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DIPLOMASThe university degree system has been undergoing reform sincethe early 1990s.

At present degree structures are evolving in line with theBologna Declaration, and a new two-cycle Bachelor-Masterstructure is the prevalent model. The two-cycle degree systemwith the Bachelor’s and the Master’s was adopted by Finnishuniversities in all fields except medicine and dentistry.

At the same time the Finnish study credit system was replacedwith the European ECTS credit system.

Continuing education centres at the universities provideprofessional education for university graduates as well asorganise Open University instruction. Information:www.avoinyliopisto.fi/en-GB

Undergraduate degrees: Bachelor’s and Master’sThe full-time studies for the lower degree (Bachelor) last threeyears, the extent of the degree being 180 credits. The studies forMaster’s degree take two years after lower degree, the extentbeing 120 credits.

The first degree in medicine, dentistry and veterinary medicine isa master-level degree called Licentiate. The extent of these

degrees varies from 200 to 250 credits and the programmesrequire approx. 6 years of full-time study. These degrees shouldnot be confused with the licentiate in the other fields of study,i.e. the licentiate as a pre-doctoral degree.

Educational responsibility in different fields is regulated by field-specific degrees. The degrees are mostly lower or higheracademic degrees, i.e. Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees (both areundergraduate degrees in Finland) or postgraduate degrees, i.e.Licentiate’s degree on some optional fields of study and Doctor’sdegrees.

Postgraduate degrees: Licentiate’s degree and Doctoral thesis The operation of the Finnish university sector is based on theunity of research and instruction.

Doctoral studies (jatkokoulutus/påbyggnadsutbildning), inparticular, are closely linked with the research work done atuniversities and international institutions. Licentiate (2 years)and Doctor’s (4 years) degrees are postgraduate degrees inFinland.

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Studies contain several types of work The degrees usually consist of studies in one main - or major -subject (pääaine/huvudämne), and in one or more subsidiary -or minor - subjects (sivuaine/biämne).

Studies in a subject are composed of study units of variousextent. They may contain several types of work: lectures andother instruction, exercises, essays or other independent work,set-book examinations, seminars, and so on. The units can becompulsory or optional, or of free-choice. In all programmes, it ispossible to take extra courses in addition to what is required forthe degree. Students increasingly do part of their studies at otheruniversities in Finland or abroad.

The study units form larger entities at three levels: basic orintroductory studies (perusopinnot /grundstudier), intermediate(subject) studies (aineopinnot/ämnesstudier) and advancedstudies (syventävät opinnot/fördjupade studier). In basic andintermediate subject studies, students learn the fundamentals ofthe subject and academic research. In the advanced studies theygo deeper into their subject and acquire the ability to find andapply scientific knowledge.

Students can start working for a doctorate as soon as they haveobtained the Master's degree. In medicine, dentistry andveterinary medicine licentiate is currently a master-level degree,after which doctoral studies can be commenced.

Research and the preparation of a substantial thesis are essentialparts of the studies for Doctoral thesis. The doctoral thesis ispublished and must be defended in a public disputation.

In addition to research, Doctoral programmes include studies inthe discipline and studies in the student's specific field ofresearch. It is possible for a full-time student to complete adoctoral programme in four years after Master’s degree, but inpractice the time spent is often longer. No time limit is set.

International students wishing to work for a doctoral thesis inFinland should contact the institution concerned or relevantdepartment directly and make sure that their own field ofspecialisation is represented there.

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GETTING IN…As a general rule, international applicants for degree studies inFinland must first meet the minimum requirements of their owncountry for entry into higher education. They must also beprepared to come to Finland to take an entrance examination,especially when applying for entry to universities. For the degreeprogrammes, a good command of English must usually becertified.

In other degree studies a good knowledge of Finnish or Swedishis in most cases compulsory.

Further information about application and entrancerequirements is best obtained directly from the university orpolytechnic.

Post-graduate studentsPost-graduates from other countries are admitted to all Finnishuniversities. Students are advised to contact the university inwhich they are interested directly.

For more information contact the international office of yourhome institution or the international office at the choseninstitution in Finland. More information also available at CIMO’s.

TUITION FEES

Since university education is funded by the State through theMinistry of Education, students enrolled in regular degreestudies pay no tuition fees. The student unions, however, chargean annual membership fee of about EUR 40–85 to cover theiractivities. Student health services are included in this fee.Membership is compulsory for those who are studying for theirBachelor’s or Master’s degree, and those who are pursuing theirdoctoral studies may join the union if they wish.

Polytechnics do not charge tuition fees either, but a fewinstitutions currently charge fees for tuition materials etc.Student union membership for students in polytechnics isoptional.

Students in both universities and polytechnics have to pay fortheir books and other materials, plus their accommodation andliving expenses.

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Learning FinnishThe Finnish language is taught at more than 100 universitiesaround the world. In Finland eight universities offer degreestudies in Finnish and besides, most universities in Finland offerFinnish courses at their language centres.There are several organisers of Finnish summer courses inFinland. The Centre for International Mobility CIMO arrangessummer courses that are intended for students of Finnish atforeign universities.

LIVINGThe cost of living in Finland is about the same as in other EUcountries. Remember that with a student card you’ll get mealsand other services at a student price in your institution, andreductions, for example, for transport, museums and variouscultural events and recreational activities.

The costs of living include e.g. accommodation, food, publictransport, study materials, clothing, and leisure activities.Average monthly living costs for students are estimated to beabout 600.-€.

Note! There will be some initial expenses, such as the housingdeposit, deposit for the ’survival kit’ (if you are an exchangestudent), and the Student Union membership fee. The total monthly living expenses of a single student averageapproximately EUR 700.


housing (student accomodation) 200 -350.- €

food 250.- €

bus tickets, etc. 50.- €

leisure and miscellaneousexpenses 100 - 150.- €

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RESIDENCE PERMIT

Students from the EU member states, Nordic Countries,Liechtenstein and Switzerland don’t need to have a visa norresidence permit. They do need to register with the local policeto have the right of residence if their stay in Finland lasts longerthan 3 months. Students coming from Nordic countries registerat a Register Office (Yliopistonkatu 28) and present the Inter-Nordic Migration Form.

STUDENT HOUSING

Student housing is generally organised by established studenthousing foundations. In some university towns accommodationcan also be arranged through the student unions themselves, orthrough regional student clubs or faculty organisations. Manytowns and municipalities also have dormitories maintained bythe municipal community or the educational institution. Thereceiving institution usually takes care of the accommodation ofexchange students and scholarship holders.

It is advisable to apply for a flat as soon as you have beenaccepted to study in Finland since there are more studentsapplying for student flats, especially in the autumn, than thestudent housing foundations are able to handle. Remember that

the rent is usually paid in advance, at the beginning of everymonth.

For information about student housing in Finland, please have alook at the web site of the Finland's Student Housing Ltd athttp://www.soa.fi/en/

SOCIAL SECURITY

Health services for university students are provided by theFinnish Student Health Service FSHS (Ylioppilaidenterveydenhoitosäätiö YTHS/Studenternas häsovårdstiftelseSHVS). The FSHS provides students with preventive health care,medical care, mental health care and dental health care. Allstudent union members have automatic access to these services.A part of the membership fee of Student Unions goes to theFSHS. In addition to this healthcare fee, patients are chargedsmall fees for consultations and treatment.

WORKING

As a general rule, you do not need a work permit if you are acitizen of an EU/EEA country, Switzerland or any of the Nordiccountries or if you have a permanent residence permit.Foreign students get a work permit automatically as part of theirresidence permit which allows them to work up to twenty hoursper week during terms and full time during holidays (December15 – January 15 and May 1 – September 30).

TaxationBefore you start looking for work you should register at the localtax office where you receive a tax card. This tax card is then givento your employer.

Employment contractEmployment contract is made before the employment begins. Inthis contract the employee agrees to perform certain tasksagainst the agreed salary and other benefits. The employee isentitled to a written contract.Generally the employment contract is made for the time being;the contract can also be made for a fixed term but this requiresa good reason.

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MORE INFORMATION

• At the international office of your chosen institution in Finland• The Finland's Student Housing Ltd (the central organisation ofstudent housing foundations in Finland) at www.hoas.fi(Helsinki Area).


• Åbo Akademi University, www.abo.fi• Helsinki School of Economics, www.hse.fi• Helsinki University, www.helsinki.fi/university• Helsinki University of Technology, www.tkk.fi/index• Lahti Polytechnic . http:lamk.fr/english• Lappeenranta University of Technology, www.lut.fi• Oulu Institute of Tecnology , www.oamk.fi/english• Tampere Institute of Technology, www.tut.fi/public• Tampere University of Technology, www.uta.fi• University of Industrial Arts and Design, Helsinki,

www.taik.fi/en• University of Jyväskylä, www.jyu.fi

• Hanken School of Economies, www.hanken.fi• University of Eastern Finland, www.uef.fi• Sibelius Academy, www.siba.fi• University of Oulu, www.oulu.fi/english• University of Tampere, www.uta,fi• University of Turku, www.utu.fi• University of Vaasa, www.uwasa.fi/english

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DIPLOMASTwo-year diploma courses are offered in computer studies,management and civil and electrical engineering.

Bachelor degrees (B.A., B.S., B.Ed.) are awarded to students whohave satisfactorily completed 3 to 4 years of study (90-120credits) in a degree programme in the fields of humanities,theology, social sciences, education, economics, businessadministration, natural sciences, health subjects, fishery studies,agricultural science and engineering, courses for pre-schoolteachers, compulsory schoolteachers and in socialpedagogy. Bachelor degrees do not usually confer professionalcertification, except for nursing (B.S.) and compulsoryschoolteachers (B.Ed.). The bachelor degree constitutes a formalqualification for post-graduate study.

STUDYING IN ICELAND

INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONPresently there are eight institutions of higher education in thecountry. Most of them are run by the state; private parties, withstate support, run three institutions. Institutions of highereducation differ in the extent to which they engage in researchand the number of programs of study offered. Currently there areapprox. 18.000 students enrolled in the higher educationinstitutions, of which about 5% are international students.

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B.Phil.Isl. degree (Baccalaureatus Philologiae Islandicae) isawarded after completion of the programme in Icelandic forforeign students. This degree is on the same level as the BAdegree.

Candidatus degree (kandidatsgrada) qualifies the holder for aspecial office or profession. It is an academic/professional degreein the fields of theology, medicine, pharmacy, midwifery, law,business administration, engineering and dentistry. TheCandidatus programmes last from four to six years.

Postgraduate certificates in upper-secondary teacher training,social work, student counselling, journalism and masscommunication are offered after one-year post-graduate study(after the bachelor degree). The certificate in social work andupper-secondary teacher training are professional certifications.Masters degrees (M.A., M.S. - meistaragrada) are awarded aftercompletion of two successful years of post-graduate study in thefields of theology, humanities, law, economics, businessadministration, social sciences, education, natural sciences,engineering, medicine, dentistry, nursing, fishery studies andenvironmental studies. A major thesis or research project is asubstantial part of the programme.

Doctorate degrees (Dr.phil./Ph.D.- doktorsgrada) are awarded bythe University of Iceland to those having successfully completeda doctorate programme and defended a doctoral thesis inIcelandic literature, Icelandic language and Icelandic history,theology, law, medicine, pharmacy, dentistry, engineering andsocial sciences.

Assessment, grades, and credit systemStudent assessment is generally based on written, oral orpractical examinations, semester papers and assignments carriedout throughout the whole course of study. Teachers areresponsible for evaluation, but each university or collegedepartment provides the overall organisation of theexaminations within the regulatory framework of the institution.In some cases there are external examiners. Examinations aregenerally held at the end of each semester. Students cannormally apply to re-sit an examination once, after which, incertain cases, dispensation may be given for one further re-sit.Normally a programme of study comprises one major subject(2/3) along with one or more minor subjects.

In most institutions studies are divided into study credits(námseiningar), 30 credits corresponding to one academic yearof full-time studies, 15 credits corresponding to one semester offull-time studies. As a general rule, in other words: 30 (Icelandic)

credits equal 60 ECTS credits. One credit unit is calculated toequal approximately one week (40 hours) of full-time study.

Icelandic is the language of instruction in higher educationinstitutions in Iceland. However, in some institutions individualcourses are taught in English. Some textbooks are in English oranother foreign language (mostly German and Scandinavianlanguages). Teaching methods vary somewhat betweenprogrammes and the level of study. In most cases there is acombination of lectures, seminars, individual assignments andgroup work. In technical and science programmes laboratorywork and practical training are more prevalent. Increasinglyprofessors integrate the newest information and communicationtechnology with their teaching methods. For example, they usespecific Web sites to post course-related material and interactwith students on the Internet. Some programmes are offeredwith distance learning via the Internet and/or through videoconferencing.

Academic Year In most institutions of higher education theacademic year lasts from September to May and is divided intotwo semesters, autumn and spring. The autumn semestergenerally starts at the beginning of September and lasts until lateDecember. The spring semester lasts from early January until theend of May.

GETTING IN…The "stúdentspróf" (upper secondary school-leavingexamination) is required for admission to university studies inIceland.

Examinations, certificates and diplomas from the member statesof the EU and EFTA that qualify for admission to highereducation in these states are recognized in Iceland for thepurpose of admission to university studies.

The principal language of instruction is Icelandic. Textbooks aremainly in English and Icelandic.

How to apply For application forms contact each university or college.Application deadlines differ from school to school (mostcommonly from March until June each year).

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LIVINGCOST OF LIVING

e estimated cost of living in Iceland isabout 100.000.- ISK per month. You shouldexpect to pay 40.000.- ISK a month forrenting a single room with access to kitchenand bathroom. For a small apartment youpay at least 70.000-80.000.-ISK a month.

FINANCIAL AIDFinancial aid from the LuxembourgGouvernment is granted through theCEDIESwww.cedies.luApplication deadlines:from 1. August till 31. October

RESIDENCE PERMIT

All citizens (except Nordic) who come to Iceland for the purposeof study, need a residence permit if staying longer than threemonths in Iceland. Some need to obtain the residence permitbefore arriving, some can apply after they arrive. e residencepermit is applied for at the Icelandic Directorate oftt Immigration,http://www.utl.is, Skógarhlíð 6, 105 Reykjavik

Citizens of EU and EEA member countriesCitizens of the European Union and the European Economic Area,who plan to stay longer than three months in Iceland, need aresidence permit. e permit may be obtained after arriving inIceland for most of the EU and EEA countries. EU and EEA citizensdo not need special work permit, only residence permit.

WORKING

Individuals with a student residence permit do not automaticallyhave the right to work in Iceland, although there are certainsituations where an individual may be able to apply for a workpermit. Please contact the Directorate of Labour(i. Vinnumálastofnun) for further information


• University of Iceland, Sudurgata, IS-101 Reykjavík, www.hi.is,

• Reykjavík University,Ofanleiti 2, IS-103 Reykjavík, www.ru.is• University of Akureyri, Sólborg, P.O. Box 224, IS-602

Akureyri, www.unak.is• Icelandic Teachers' Training College, Stakkahlíd, IS-105

Reykjavík, www.khi.is• Hvanneyri Agricultural University,IS-311 Borgarnes,

www.hvanneyri.is• Bifröst Business College, IS-311 Borgarnes, www.bifrost.is• e Reykjavík College of Music, Skipholti 33, IS-105

Reykjavík, www.fss.org.pl/filesI • celand Academy of the Arts, Skipholt 1, IS-105 Reykjavík,

www.lhi.is

Further information: www.iceland.iswww.hi.is

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STUDYING IN NORWAY

INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONNorway has six universities, six specialised university colleges, 25state university colleges, two state university colleges of art and 29private university colleges.

The system includes all education programmes at universities anduniversity colleges, and entry normally requires successful priorcompletion of the three-year upper secondary schoolprogramme. With the exception of some private universitycolleges, all higher education institutions are state-run. As a rule,there are no tuition fees for higher education in Norway, but feesmay be charged for certain professional education programmesand special programmes and by some of the private institutions.

In addition to teaching, all higher education institutions, andespecially universities, have a particular responsibility to conductpure research and researcher training, by means of graduate-levelstudies and doctoral degree programmes.

Norway’s six universities are: the University of Oslo (which is theoldest and largest), the University of Bergen, the Norwegian

University of Science and Technology (NTNU) in Trondheim, theUniversity of Tromsø, the University of Stavanger and theNorwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) at Ås. The sixspecialised university colleges are the Norwegian School ofEconomics and Business Administration in Bergen, and theNorwegian Academy of Music, the Norwegian School of SportSciences, the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science, theNorwegian School of Theology (MF) and the Oslo School ofArchitecture and Design, which are all located in Oslo. The twouniversity colleges of art are located in Oslo and Bergen.

The state university college system was expanded as part ofdecentralisation efforts, and with the intention of easing accessto higher education. The 25 university colleges offer manyvocational education programmes not provided by theuniversities. These programmes normally have a duration of twoto four years. Many university colleges also offer courses at Masterand PhD level. It is not unusual for students to combine coursesfrom both universities and university colleges.

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DIPLOMASNorway has now introduced bachelor’s, master’s and PhDdegrees, generally on a 3 year + 2 year + 3 year model.The academic titles are bachelorgrad, mastergrad or Phd, plusthe title that indicates the name of the programme (i.e.“Bachelor i Medievitenskap”).

The bachelor’s degreeThe bachelor’s degree is awarded by all universities, specializeduniversity institutions, state university colleges and a goodnumber of the other higher education institutions, both privateand public. It is obtained after three years of study.

The master’s degreeThe master’s degree is awarded by the universities andspecialized university institutions, several university colleges andsome private higher education institutions. The degree isnormally obtained after two years of study. An important part ofthis degree is independent work. In a few subject areas, studentsenrol for a five-year integrated master’s degree. For purposes ofinternationalization, some master’s degree courses withinstruction in English have been introduced at higher educationinstitutions.

The Philosophiae Doctor degreeThe doctoral degree, Philosophiae Doctor (Phd) is awarded afterthree years of study following completion of a master’s degree ora six-year professionally oriented degree/ qualification. Doctoralprogrammes are offered by all university-level institutions,including specialized university institutions and some universitycolleges. The programme consists of completion of independentresearch in active collaboration with the academic supervisor(s)and other researchers, an approved set of courses or instruction(at least 30 ECTS credits) including compulsory courses in thephilosophy of science and ethics, participation in an activenational and international research environment, all this closelylinked to the thesis work by the doctoral candidate. Anagreement is required for all doctoral candidates whichstipulates that the objectives are to ensure completion of thedoctoral degree and regulates the rights of the involved partiesthroughout the degree programme.

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There are some exemptions in the degree structure, such as:General teacher training (4 years), Master’s degree (1 to 1.5 year’sduration), Professionally oriented programmes such as• medicine (cand. med. 6 years), • psychology (cand. psychol. 6 years),• veterinary science (cand. med. vet. 5.5 to 6 years)• theology (cand. theol. 6 years)• architecture at Oslo School of Architecture (5.5 years)

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GETTING IN…In order to obtain the neccessary application forms andinformation about the application deadlines you will have tocontact each university or university college. In general theapplication deadline for foreign students is between January 15to March 15 for courses starting the following autumn (August).Please note that some institutions have separate”pre-qualification" deadlines that are earlier than this. Theseminimum requirements are determined by NOKUT-theNorvegian institution for recognition of qualifications (forLuxembourg; diplôme de fin d’études secondaires/secondairestechniques). Please note that institutions may have higherand/or additional requirements for all or some programmes.

For courses where the language of instruction is Norwegian,proficiency in the Norwegian language is also required.

MASTER’S PROGRAMMES

Admission requirements are decided by each university anduniversity college based on an academic evaluation of theapplicants. Applicants for Master’s programmes have normallyobtained an undergraduate/Bachelor's degree or equivalent of atleast 3 years' duration. The degree must include courses equal to

at least 1 1/2 years of full-time studies in a subject relevant tothat of the programme applied for. In special cases, the first (andsometimes the second) year of study at a foreign highereducation institution will not be recognised as higher educationin Norway.

TUITION FEES

The majority of Norwegian institutions of higher education arepublicly funded. And the Norwegian government considersaccess to higher education for all to be an important part of theNorwegian society. Thus, there are normally no tuition fees atstate universities and university colleges in Norway. This alsoapplies to foreign students, no matter which country you comefrom.

No tuition feesGenerally, students at state universities and university collegesdo not pay tuition fees. This is true for all levels, includingundergraduate studies, Masters programmes and Ph.D.programmes. However, students will have to pay a semester feeof NOK 300-600 each semester.

In order to take an exam this fee will have to be paid in full. Butthe fee also grants you membership in the local student welfareorganisation, which in turn entitles you to several benefits. Thesebenefits may include on campus health services, counselling,access to sports facilities and cultural activities. Payment of the semester fee is also necessary to get an officialstudent card that, among other things, gives you reduced fareson most forms of public transport and lower ticket prices tovarious cultural events.

Programmes and courses with tuition feesMost private institutions have tuition fees for all theirprogrammes and courses. But the fees are usually significantlylower than those of comparable studies in most other countries.Also, foreign students don't pay higher tuition fees thanNorwegian students. State universities and university colleges may have tuition feesfor a few specialised programmes. Typically these programmesare at the Masters level.

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LIVINGCOSTS OF LIVING

You should expect to have NOK 8 000,- per month for subsistence.

FINANCIAL AIDFinancial aid from the Luxembourg Gouvernment is grantedthrough the CEDIES www.cedies.lu

Application deadlines:from 1. August till 31. October

RESIDENCE PERMIT

All students who plan to stay in Norway for more than threemonths will need a student residence permit. e NorwegianDirectorate of Immigration (UDI) is the public agency processingall applications for a student residence permit. ere are noprocessing fee for applicants from EU/EEA countries. You maysubmit your application to a Norwegian Foreign Mission or inNorway to the police station in the city where the institution islocated. e application must be submitted in person.Applications sent by regular mail or email will not be processed.In some cases the applicant may expect to be called in for an

interview. When you apply for a student residence permit youmust submit the following documents:

- an application form for student residence with a passportphotograph

- a documentation of acceptance to an approved learninginstitution. An EU/EEA/EFTA citizen is eligible to apply foradmittance to any institution that is available for Norwegiannationals.

- a statement showing proof of sufficient funds for subsistence. - a valid health insurance.(e.g. European Health Insurance Card

from the student's home country).

STUDENT HOUSING

On campusNorwegian universities and university colleges offeraccommodation for their students. e accommodation facilitiesrange from student villages with several hundred units to smallerhousing units. Your university or university college (through theStudentsamskipnaden) will inform you about housing possibilitiesonce you are admitted as a student. Normally, you can apply foraccommodation online. Further information about student housing in Norway:www.boligtorget.no and www.sio.no

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Off campus If you decide to stay off campus, you can get useful informationfrom your university's International Office and from the classifiedsin newspapers. e following is a useful classifieds link:www.sublet.com

Social security

Students from EU/EEA countries or Switzerland must have socialsecurity coverage from their home country. ey must obtain theEuropean Health Insurance Card entitling them to medicaltreatment in accordance with the Norwegian National InsuranceScheme. Students working in Norway may be entitled tomembership in the National Insurance Scheme.

WORKING

A student may work part-time up to 20 hours per week for up tothree months without a work permit. e student is automaticallygiven a work permit for part-time work when granted a studentresidence permit. Students from countries in the EU/EEA do notneed to show statement from the institution that the work willnot affect the study progress, nor does the student need to showa job offer confirmation from employer. Students are normallyallowed to work full time during semester break.

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• Agder University www.uid.no• Agricultural University of Norway (NLH), www.nlh.no• Ålesund College, www.hials.no• Bergen National Academy of e Art, http://www.khib.no• Bergen University, www.uib.no/• Lillehammer College, www.hil.no• Molde College, www.himolde.no• Nesna College, www.hinesna.no• Nord-Trøndelag College, www.hint.no/hint/international • Norwegian Institute of Technology, Trondheim,

www.ntnu.no/english• Norwegian School of Economise and Management,

www.nhhas.no• Østfold College, www.hiof.no• Sør-Trøndelag College (HiST), www.hsh.no• Stavanger University, www.uis.no• Stord/Haugesund College, www.hsh.no/english.htm• Telemark College, www.hit.no• University of Oslo, www.uio.no• University of Tromsø, www2.uit.no/startsida• University of Trondheim, www.ntnu.no/english• Norwegian Academy of Music, www.mmh.no• Oslo National Academy of the Arts, www.khio.no• Oslo School of Architecture and Design, www.aho.no• Norwegian University of Life Sciences, www.umb.no

STUDYING IN SWEDEN

INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONHigher education institutions have great autonomy in theorganisation of studies, use of resources and generaladministration. The Government may award the status ofuniversity to higher education institutions that meet certaincriteria. Diplomas from all higher education institutions that arerecognized by the Government have equal official value. In Sweden, there are 48 accredited institutions of highereducation. Many of them offer English-language educationaccessible to international students.

DIPLOMASThe education system in Sweden is composed of undergraduate(also referred to as 'first level') and post graduate (also referred toas either 'second level' or 'third level') studies.

The list below shows the degree types and the ECTS points theyare worth.

Undergraduate degrees (First level):University Diploma: 120 ECTS Bachelor’s Degree: 180 ECTS

Postgraduate degrees (Second level): Master's Degree (1 year): 60 ECTS Master's Degree (2 years): 120 ECTS

Professional degrees (Third Level): Licentiate Degree: 120 ECTS (Similar to the UK MPhil) Doctor/Ph.D. Degree: 240 ECTS

Most undergraduate students go to Sweden as exchange students;their home university has an exchange agreement with a Swedishinstitution –either as part of an EU exchange programme orthrough a bilateral scheme.

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Opportunities for students to go to Sweden to study at anundergraduate level as free movers – students who apply on anindividual basis – are limited. Careful planning, good academiccredentials, personal funds and strong motivation are needed. Ifyou are a free mover, make sure to plan ahead and set aside plentyof time to make all the necessary arrangements.

Although a growing number of undergraduate courses have beenmade available in English in order to make them more accessible,embarking on a full undergraduate programme is not an optionfor most foreign students. This is because for the most part theseprogrammes require a very good command of written and spokenSwedish. There are some exceptions, however: Dalarna University,Jönköping International Business School, Malmö UniversityCollege, Mälardalen University College and IT University ofGöteborg offer undergraduate programmes taught in English.Most other courses at the undergraduate level offered in Englishare intended for exchange students. If free movers are admitted,they must meet all the normal requirements with regard toprevious university studies and knowledge of English. Universitiesand university colleges will normally require verification in theform of an international proficiency test certificate.

Master’s degree programmesSome 500 master’s degree programmes at Swedish universities aretaught entirely in English.

A prerequisite for applying to a master’s level program is thecompletion of at least three years at first level at a Swedish highereducation institution, or the international equivalent – such as athree-year bachelor’s degree (180 higher education credits).Specialized knowledge may also suffice.

At the second level of study, there are two degree options: • There is a new two-year master’s degree– Degree of Master (TwoYears), called “masterexamen” in Swedish (120 ECTS). Authorization toaward “masterexamen” is given to state universities and other highereducation institutions that are approved for research in one or moredisciplinary domains, and to private education providers that areauthorized to award doctorates and licentiates in a disciplinarydomain. Other higher education institutions have to apply to theSwedish National Agency for Higher Education (state educationproviders) or the Government (private education providers) forauthorization to award the degree. • The Degree of Master (One Year), “magisterexamen” in Swedish, islimited to one-year study programs only (60 ECTS).With a few exceptions, all courses and programs are financed by thegovernment and are thus free of charge for those Swedish and foreignstudents who are accepted.

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Doctoral studiesSwedish research is wide-ranging and well respectedinternationally. Swedish researchers are especially prominent inthe fields of natural science, medicine and technology. Mostpublicly funded research is carried out at universities. Manyteachers are involved in both education and research, while alsosupervising PhD students.

Foreign students enrolled as PhD students at their homeuniversities can register for postgraduate courses and seminars inSweden for a limited period, provided there is an exchangeagreement or some other link between the Swedish institutionand its foreign counterpart.

Otherwise, admission to doctoral studies is restricted anduniversities and university colleges may only admit students whohave funding for the entire study period. Many departments haveno formal admission requirements with regard to Swedishlanguage skills. However, it may be helpful to take some classes inSwedish.

GETTING IN

There is no special recognition procedure for foreign students whowant to study in Sweden. Your education and eligibility areassessed by the university or university college you apply to onthe basis of the information given in your application and theattached documents.

If the latter are in any language other than English, authorizedtranslations will normally be required. Some universities anduniversity colleges may accept documents in other majorEuropean languages as well.

If you are living in Sweden and looking for work, written, formalrecognition of your foreign diplomas or degrees may be helpful.Recognition of foreign upper-secondary diplomas is undertakenby the National Admissions Office for Higher Education.

Recognition of general academic degrees is undertaken by theSwedish National Academic Recognition Information Centre(NARIC), a section of the National Agency for Higher Education.The Agency is also the first point of contact for general EUdirectives on recognition of professional qualifications

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Admission for free moversFree movers are students who organize their studies in Swedenindependently.

Even if individual courses are in English, almost all undergraduateprogrammes in Sweden require fluent Swedish to complete. A fewprogrammes are held entirely in English, but space is very limitedas most English-language courses at the undergraduate level areaimed at exchange students. Their home university has anexchange agreement with a Swedish institution as part of an EUprogram or special bilateral agreement.

It is possible for a free mover to lobby a university for permissionto attend specific English-language courses on a full-time basis fora period of time. Regulations governing residence permits arestrict, however, and study places are in short supply, soopportunities for students to come to Sweden as free movers arelimited. If you would like to study in Sweden as a free mover, makesure to plan ahead and set aside plenty of time to make all thenecessary arrangements.

You need to satisfy general as well as specific entrancerequirements to be eligible for courses at undergraduate level. Thegeneral requirements are:

• Completion of an upper-secondary school programmeconferring eligibility for university studies in the same countryand corresponding in level to the equivalent programme inSweden. • Proficiency in English (both written and oral) equivalent tothat required on completion of Swedish upper-secondaryeducation. Universities and university colleges will normallyrequire verification in the form of an international proficiencytest certificate. • Written and oral skills in Swedish corresponding at the levelof Swedish required on completion of Swedish upper-secondary education. This is generally assessed by the nationalSwedish test, TISUS. Note: If you are applying for courses orprogrammes taught in English you are normally exempt fromthis requirement. (See below for more details.)

Entrance requirements for a particular course or programme areestablished independently at each academic institution. Theserequirements vary and you will need to contact the institutiondirectly for exact information.

Admission to all undergraduate education is limited. All studyprogrammes and courses have a fixed number of places, whichare usually exceeded by the number of applicants. Every university

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and university college has its own procedure for selecting amongeligible applicants. The criteria applied include: grades obtained,results from previous courses, assessment of work samples,interview results, special admission tests and work experience.These criteria vary from institution to institution.

Undergraduate programmes in EnglishAlthough most undergraduate programme s are taught inSwedish, there are some exceptions: Dalarna University, JönköpingInternational Business School, Malmö University College,Mälardalen University College, IT University of Göteborg andStockholm School of Economics offer undergraduate programstaught in English.

Most other courses at the undergraduate level offered in Englishare intended for exchange students. If free movers are admitted,they must meet all the normal requirements with regard toprevious university studies and knowledge of English. Universitiesand university colleges will normally require verification in theform of an international proficiency test certificate.

Language requirementsIf you plan to study in English, you need to show that you haveattained a level of written and oral proficiency equivalent to thatrequired on completion of Swedish upper secondary education.

You will need to support your application with an internationalproficiency test certificate.* The required score is decided by theindividual university and may therefore vary.If you plan to study in Swedish, you need to show that you haveattained a level of proficiency that allows you to follow universitycourses taught in Swedish. You can do so by taking the nationalSwedish test, TISUS.**

How to applyWhile the application process may vary slightly depending onwhich university or university college you apply to, the generalprocedure is as follows:

To apply for an undergraduate degree programme or an individualcourse you should use the online application system atwww.studera.nu, which processes your application. Applicationdeadlines may vary but are usually set in mid-April for the autumnterm and in mid-October for courses starting in the spring term.Information and application forms are available from theinstitutions themselves.

The first notices of admission are sent out in July and December.Students from outside the European Union may have difficultyobtaining residence permits in time for the start of the term.

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LIVING COSTS OF LIVING

Though most students live on a tight budget, there are ways ofmaking your money go further. You can use your student card fordiscounts and on-campus restaurants are good value. You can alsocook your own food; most student accommodations have someform of kitchen facility open to residents.

In most restaurants and bars, a beer will cost you SEK 40-50 (EUR4-5 ), a glass of wine perhaps a little more. Dinner starts at aroundSEK 100-150 (EUR 10-15) drinks not included. Eating out atlunchtime is cheaper; expect to pay somewhere around SEK 55-85for a meal including a soft drink, salad and tea/coffee. An averagemonthly budget is set out below to give you some idea of the costof living in Sweden.

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Food SEK 2,000

Accomodation SEK 3,200

Local Travel SEK 500

Telephone/internet SEK 300

Insurance, medical care andhygiene SEK 250

Student union fee SEK 60-70

Clothing, hobby/leisure SEK 750

Other SEK 750

Total SEK 7,070 or about EUR 750

RESIDENCE PERMIT

If you are a citizen of a non-Nordic EU/EEA country (Austria,Belgium, the Czech Republic, Cyprus, Estonia, France, Germany,Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Liechtenstein, Lithuania,Luxembourg, Malta, the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia,Slovenia, Spain and the United Kingdom) you have the right toreside in Sweden. The term “right to reside” means that an EU/EEAcitizen is permitted to stay in Sweden for more than three monthswithout a residence permit. However, you must register with theMigration Board no later than three months after entering thecountry.

To register you must enclose documents of proof of enrolmenton a course or program which is at least at high school level,assurance that you have sufficient funds for your keep and proofthat you have comprehensive medical insurance that is valid inSweden. You can read more about the requirements forregistration at the Swedish Migration Board’s website.

STUDENT HOUSING

Exchange studentsIf you are an exchange student in the Socrates/Erasmusprogrammes you will receive assistance with accommodationarrangements from the host academic institution.

Free moversIf you are a free mover, i.e. a person applying on an individual basis,or if you need to arrange your own accommodation for any otherreason, you should keep a few things in mind:There is no national system which handles requests for studentaccommodation. The local student union at your university fulfillsthis function, though it is not required to guarantee youaccommodation, and may not in fact be able to help you.

The availability of accommodation varies considerably from placeto place. Usually, there is plenty of accommodation available atschools located in smaller and middle-sized cities or towns.Unfortunately, the situation is more difficult in the larger cities,especially in Stockholm and Göteborg, and in the traditional

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student cities of Lund and Uppsala. Often, the number of studentsexceeds the number of rooms that universities and universitycolleges have on offer and waiting times are long. However, thereare alternatives.

In addition to contacting your student union, you can also trycontacting student housing providers directly. Associations andcompanies that provide student housing have set up a website forlocating local housing providers.

If you are a student or guest researcher at Stockholm University,Karolinska Institutet, KTH (the Royal Institute of Technology) orStockholm School of Economics, The University AccommodationCenter offers furnished apartments and rooms.To sign a lease for student accommodation, you must be able toprove that you are already studying or that you have beenadmitted to an academic institution. When you want to move outyou must give at least one month's written notice. Other rulesmay also apply.

You can rent a flat in the private market. Though usually more

expensive, it is a viable option for some students. It is notuncommon for students to share a bigger flat with several rooms.You may also be able to rent a single room privately. Other sourcesof information are local newspapers and message boards at youruniversity.

Whether provided by student unions or by third parties,accommodation catering expressly for students is often thepreferred option, however. Student flats or rooms tend to be lessexpensive than private alternatives; they give you a chance tomeet fellow students and participate in social activities, and theyare often close to lecture halls, libraries and other facilities.

Depending on availability, you can choose to live by yourself or ina shared student flat where you will have your own room butshare a bathroom/toilet. Flats can be furnished or unfurnished.

Student dormitoriesMany students prefer to live in a student dormitory. This can bean enjoyable experience as it gives students from around theworld an opportunity to get to know each other and make friends.

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But it can also be demanding. Students living in the same corridormay have very different cultural backgrounds, different habits andideas about how to do things. Most dormitories have 10-15 singlerooms in each corridor. A kitchen is shared by 4-15 students.Female and male students live in the same corridor. Often there isalso a communal television room.

A single room must not be occupied by more than one person–a rule which is strictly enforced. Students are responsible forcleaning their own rooms and the communal kitchen. Althoughrooms are let with basic furniture, there are no blankets, pillows,sheets, towels or light bulbs. Some utensils may be available in the communal kitchen but youwill usually have to bring your own plates, cutlery, pots and pans,etc. Some student unions rent these. Most student housing areashave launderettes. There is a booking list and a small fee is payablefor the use of a washing machine. Rent for accommodation mustbe paid in advance.

How much do I have to pay?Below are some examples of the average monthly rate for studentaccommodation (Prices in SEK at 2007 levels. Please note: due tothe shortage of student housing in the older universitytowns/cities (Uppsala, Lund, Stockholm and Göteborg) prices inthe private market are likely to be higher there.

For universities located in smaller towns, accommodation pricesrange from SEK 2,000 to SEK 3,500 for a room.

For universities located in medium-sized towns, accommodationprices range from SEK 2,300 to SEK 4,300 for a room.

For universities located in cities, accommodation prices rangefrom SEK 2,500 to SEK 4,500 for a room.

To find out the precise availability and prices for studentaccommodation, contact the student union at your university oruniversity college.

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A few tips regarding accommodationThe situation with regard to accommodation for students isproblematic in many parts of the country, sometimes very muchso. There are simply not enough rooms and flats to go round.Fortunately, there are still towns and cities where conditions arebetter and where all or most students do get accommodation intime. If you are not guaranteed accommodation as part of yourexchange program or through some other agreement, it is vitalthat you approach your local student union as soon as possible.Remember that the situation will vary according to where youchoose to study. Some universities or university colleges havemore rooms than others.

At some schools, the student union will guarantee youaccommodation if you apply in time; others have special queuesfor newly arrived students. A good tip is to check for special offersfor foreign students with the international desk at youreducational institute.

SOCIAL SECURITYMedical insurance for Nordic and EU/EEA citizensIf you are a citizen of any of the Nordic or EU/EEA countries, thenyou have access to public medical services if you registerbeforehand at a social insurance office in your home country andobtain a European health Insurance card. You need to bring thecard with you when seeking medical attention in Sweden. Students that do not register with their social insurance office intheir home country need to arrange their own insurance coverage.This is also best done in your home country. Medical treatment isexpensive without any form of health insurance.

WORKINGIf you are enrolled at a Swedish university or university college youcan work in Sweden without a work permit. You do, however,need a residence permit if you stay for longer than three months.Nordic, EU and EEA students don't need a residence permit, butneed to register at the Swedish Migration Board. For information on obtaining a residence permit, contactthe Swedish Migration Board directly(www.migrationsverket.se/english.html.)More information about work in Sweden can be found atwww.sweden.se.

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INSTITUTIONS OF HIGHER EDUCATIONUniversity:

The university of Gothenburg,Göteborg, www.gu.seThe university of Karlstad, www.kau.seThe university of Linköping, www.liu.seLuleå university of Technology, www.ltu.seThe university of Lund, www.lu.seThe university of Stockholm, www.su.seKarolinska Institute, Stockholm, http://ki.seThe Royal Institute of Technology, Stockholm.http://www.kth.seSwedish university of agriculture Science, Uppsala www.slu.seThe university of Uppsala, www.uu.seThe university of Umeå, www.umu.seThe university of Örebro, www.oru.seLinnaeus University, www.lnu.seMid Sweden University, www.mium.se

University colleges

The university college of Dalarna,Borlänge, Falun www.du.seThe university college of Borås, www.hb.se The university of Gävle, www.hig.seChalmers university of Technology, Göteborg www.chalmers.seThe university college of Halmstad, www.hh.seThe university college of Jönköping, www.hj.seThe university college of Kalmar, www.hik.se Blekinge university college, www.bth.seThe university college of Kristianstad, www.hkr.seLund Institute of Technology, www.lth.seThe university college of Malmö, www.mah.se The university college of Skövde, www.his.se Stockholm institute of Education, www.su.seStockholm School of Economics, www.hhs.se The university college of Södertörn-Stockholm, www.sh.se Gotland university College, Visby, http://www.hgo.se

Institutions for art and music

The Royal Swedish university college of Music, Stockholm,www.kmh.seStockholm university college of Opera, Stockholm,www.operahogskolan.seThe university college of Acting in Stockholm www.teaterhogskolan.seThe college of Dance Academy, Stockholm,www.danshogskolan.se The university college of Film, Radio,Television and Theatre,Stockholm,www.dramatiskainstitutet.seThe university college of Arts, Crafts, Design, Stockholm –Konstfackwww.konstfack.se

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Lëtzebuerger Studenten a Schweden: http://lsse.ls.ohost.dewww.studyinsweden.se

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