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Key facts

  • Type
    Public
  • International students
    300
  • Nationalities
    30
  • Total programs
    5

Study abroad at Kristianstad University

Kristianstad University is a dynamic and progressive institution based in southern Sweden. From its beautiful campus in the small town of Kristianstad, the University helps students to unleash their brilliance and achieve their goals.

Whether you want to study in English or Swedish, you’re sure to find the perfect bachelor’s or master’s degree at Kristianstad University. With programs in business administration, computer science, engineering, health sciences, and many more, there’s something to suit every interest.

The University’s campus is one of a kind. It’s located within a UNESCO designated biosphere reserve, so you’ll have breathtaking trails and wildlife right on your doorstep. You’ll also have access to excellent learning facilities, including a spacious library, computer labs, food outlets, and comfortable accommodation.

You’ll be immediately welcomed into the University’s close-knit community. The campus is a hive of activity, with sporting events, movie nights, and parties taking place regularly.

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Why study at Kristianstad University

  • Experiential learning

    Programs blend theory and practice to ensure you’re workplace ready

  • Approachable teachers

    The University’s friendly faculty go the extra mile to support students

  • Guaranteed accommodation

    All international students are offered a place in the University’s residence halls

Location

Kristianstad University

Elmetorpsvägen 15, 291 39 Kristianstad, Sweden

Kristianstad is situated on the banks of the Hammar Lake and Helge River, giving international students a perfect blend of city life and idyllic surroundings.

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Fees and funding

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    SEK135,000 per year

  • Postgraduate tuition

    from SEK110,000 to SEK135,000 per year

Funding

Kristianstad University Scholarship

The scholarship will be awarded to citizens of a country outside the EU/EEA with the requirement of paying tuition fees for studies at Kristianstad University. If granted a scholarship, it will include a full or partial reduction of the tuition fees. Keep in mind that these scholarships do not cover your living costs.

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Visa requirements for Kristianstad University

Many international students will require a visa to study in Sweden, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

Sweden student visa requirements

Life at Kristianstad University

Each year, 300 international students take advantage of the opportunities offered at Kristianstad University. The University runs a free pick-up service, so you’ll receive a warm welcome as soon as you arrive.

You’ll also benefit from a fun introductory package. The international office arranges numerous social and cultural activities, including dinners, tours, and trips to Swedish cities, to help you settle in and meet fellow students.

If you’re excited to learn more about the Swedish way of life, you could enroll in the Tandem project. This scheme connects international students with members of the local community.

Should you run into any kind of difficulties during your studies, the University’s support services will be on hand to help. You can access an academic skills center, a student health service, career advisors, and more.

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Facilities

  • Fitness Centre
    • Fitness Classes
    • Machines
    • Personal Trainers
    • Fitness Center Physiotherapist
    • Free Weights
    • Climbing Walls
  • Food & Restaurants
    • Bars
    • Restaurants
    • Cafe’s
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • Family Planning
    • Counselling & Mental Health Services
  • Transport
    • Campus Bus Service
    • Campus parking
    • Bike Rental
  • Tutoring Support
    • Peer & Buddy Program
    • Student Tutoring & Support
    • Academic Tutoring & Support
  • All Weather Sports Pitches
    • 1 Tennis Courts
    • 4 Badminton Courts
    • 8 volleyball courts
    • 1 Basketball Courts
  • Sports Facilities
    • Sport facilities
  • IT Support
    • Campus Wireless Connectivity
    • Loan Laptops
  • Praying Rooms
    • Individual Praying Rooms
  • Library
    • Individual Study Rooms
    • Quiet Areas
    • Group Study Rooms
    • Computer labs

Student reviews for Kristianstad University

Overall rating

4.3
4 reviews
  • Overall experience
    4
  • Academic
    4.5
  • University social
    4.5
  • Accommodation
    4
  • University facilities
    4.3
Elham Owrak
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Studied Logistics at Kristianstad University
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    5
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    5
  • University facilities
    5
Tell us about Kristianstad University

KLU was not only the best academic place for me, but also where I could find new amazing friends. If you want to pursue your career in the field of supply chain and logistics, KLU is the right place to be. Knowledgeable professors and supportive staff will prepare you for your future job. I highly recommend you to study at KLU to ensure a successful future.

Akshata Mamadapur
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Studied Logistics at Kristianstad University
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    4
  • University social
    4
  • Accommodation
    2
  • University facilities
    3
Tell us about Kristianstad University

Small university with well trained professors. High tech classrooms. Convenient to public transport.

Roshan Hegde
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Studied Logistics at Kristianstad University
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    5
  • University social
    5
  • Accommodation
    5
  • University facilities
    5
Tell us about Kristianstad University

Boutique university will limited courses, No on campus accommodation.

Holly Tornvall
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Studied International Business at Kristianstad University
Overall Experience
  • Academic
    4
  • University social
    4
  • Accommodation
    4
  • University facilities
    4
Tell us about Kristianstad University

Kristianstad University offers two different places for accommodation to stay at during studies. Åhus Resorts, which is a little further from the university, is right next to the beach and has a relaxing ambience. Fängelse, an old prison that now houses students, is much closer to the university and more students can fit here, meaning there is always something going on inside and students hanging out. Transportation is good, and there are always buses going to the campus from the central station, and if you walk to the university from the city center it is only about a 35 minute walk. Overall, sometimes I wished the university was in the city center more or less, to avoid the commute to the campus, but it does not offer a big inconvenience. I actually believe Kristianstad University is trying to be approved to build or have classes behind central station to make it easier on students who come by train for lectures, to not have a longer commute to campus. Social life as an international student is fairly well, I have realized that many Swedish students here keep to themselves, and do not interact with international students. Many of the international students have discussed this cultural difference and usually the internationals stick together, and since there are many of us from all over, it creates a diversity of friends.