General Overview:

KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden, is an ideal choice for international exchange students. With a strong reputation in engineering and technology, KTH offers a dynamic academic environment, access to state-of-the-art laboratories, and the vibrant culture of Stockholm. KTH is committed to ensuring a smooth transition for international students, making it easy to adapt to Swedish student life. Its global network and innovative research opportunities create a rewarding and immersive experience for exchange students.

Each year KTH welcomes 1,000 exchange students from all over the world. Exchange studies normally entail studying a selection of courses, not leading to a KTH degree. However, students from some partner universities have the possibility of taking on double degree and dual master's studies at KTH. The university may also offer internships.

Application and Course Timeline:

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Eligibility Criteria:

To become an exchange student at KTH, you must be enrolled at a partner university with which KTH has an exchange agreement. To qualify, you must have completed at least two years of the educational programme at your home university, preferably more, with above-average grades. Students in architecture must have three years of completed studies.

Courses and Grading: https://www.ntnu.edu/studies/exchange/courses

The Unit for language and communication at KTH offers exchange students Swedish language courses free of charge. An Intensive Swedish language course on the elementary level is offered at KTH campus from 2 August to 22 August. Part-time Swedish language courses are semester long and run along the other major exchange studies at KTH.

Language and communication for exchange students

For more info: https://www.kth.se/en/studies/exchange/general/courses/language-courses-1.455771

Housing, Accommodation and Transport:

https://www.kth.se/en/studies/exchange/general/why-kth/accommodation-for-new-students-1.529520

Visa Requirements:

https://www.kth.se/en/studies/exchange/general/new-stricter-residence-permit-procedure-1.1206610

The Swedish Migration Agency has significantly changed the application procedure for students applying for a residence permit. From 1 November 2022, you must book an appointment and show your passport at an embassy or consulate-general if you need a residence permit for studies in Sweden.

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