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Key facts

  • Type
    Public
  • International students
    300
  • Nationalities
    45
  • Total programs
    26

Study abroad at the University of Skovde

The University of Skövde is a modern and welcoming university with an international reputation. It’s located in the lovely Swedish city of Skövde, between two of the largest lakes in Sweden, Vänern and Vättern.

Skövde offers a wide range of English-taught bachelor’s courses, postgraduate degrees, and international master's programs across top disciplines like the sciences, engineering, health, and game development.

The University’s campus houses some brilliant facilities for international students to enjoy. There’s a fantastic library, modern classrooms, excellent student support services, helpful career initiatives, lively social zones, and so much more.

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Why study at the University of Skovde

  • Networking opportunities

    The University has strong links with top companies and organizations

  • International student body

    Overseas students make up 10% of the student population

  • Awesome location

    Skövde is a great city with lots of opportunities

Location

University of Skovde

Högskolevägen 1, 541 28 Skövde, Sweden

The city of Skövde balances the feeling of a small town with the accessibility of a larger city. The campus is located near the heart of the city - it’s surrounded by many shops, restaurants, and social venues.

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Fees and funding

Funding

University of Skövde Master's Scholarships The scholarships are partial tuition fee waivers. If you are granted, the amount will be automatically deducted from the tuition fee when you receive your invoice.

  • Amount

    50% of the tuition fee

  • Requirements

    The scholarship is granted for one academic semester, but it can be extended to subsequent academic semesters provided that the student's study results are satisfactory. The scholarship granting criterion is academic merit. The criteria for awarding a scholarship are good academic merits, the motivation text and video.

Pioneering Women in STEM The SI Scholarship Pioneering Women in STEM is an academic scholarship provided for full-time, one- or two-year, master’s studies in designated programmes in Sweden.

  • Amount

    Full coverage of tuition and living costs

  • Requirements

    The scholarship is open to female citizens from the eligible countries and applies to selected master’s programmes starting in the autumn semester. To apply for the scholarship you must be a female citizen of one of the 10 eligible countries: Bangladesh, Indonesia, Kenya, Malaysia, Nigeria, Philippines, Rwanda, South Africa, Thailand or Vietnam.

  • Deadline

    3 February 2025

Swedish Institute (SI) Scholarships for Global Professionals The Swedish Institute (SI) offers a range of scholarships for master's students coming to study in Sweden.

  • Amount

    Full coverage of tuition and living costs

  • Requirements

    Available for master’s application from 32 eligible countries: Armenia, Azerbaijan, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Egypt, Ethiopia, Georgia, Guatemala, Indonesia, Iraq, Jordan, Kenya, Liberia, Malaysia, Mexico, Moldova, Morocco, Nigeria, Peru, Philippines, Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Tanzania, Thailand, Uganda, Ukraine, Vietnam, Zambia

  • Deadline

    26 February 2025

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    SEK135,000 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    SEK135,000 per year

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Visa requirements for the University of Skovde

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.

Life at the University of Skovde

Students from across the world choose to study at Skövde each and every year. International students from 43 countries are currently studying at the University. The campus vibe is friendly, open, and wonderfully diverse - it’s a great place to be.

Overseas students are supported by Skövde’s international office. It organizes a week-long international introduction program to help overseas students settle in comfortably. The team will also answer any questions or queries you have.

There are plenty of ways to keep busy outside the classroom at Skövde. There are many student organizations, clubs, societies, workshops, and events available to attend throughout the academic year.

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Facilities

  • Praying Rooms
    • Individual Praying Rooms
    • Chaplaincy
  • Food & Restaurants
    • Bars
    • 2 Cafe’s
    • 2 Restaurants
  • Library
    • Quiet Areas
    • Computer labs
    • Group Study Rooms
    • Individual Study Rooms
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • 2 Counselling & Mental Health Services
  • Clubs & Organisations
    • Clubs & Organizations
  • Fitness Centre
    • Machines
    • Fitness Classes
    • Free Weights
  • IT Support
    • Campus Wireless Connectivity

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