Bachelor's

Software Engineering and Management

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    3 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    147,000SEK
  • Start date
    Sep
  • QS Ranking
    #225

Program overview

What the University of Gothenburg says about their program:

Software Engineering and Management Bachelor's Programme is an undergraduate programme at the University of Gothenburg that combines software development with project and team management. Students learn how to understand customer needs, design technical solutions and manage software projects in realistic contexts.

The programme uses collaborative, problem-based projects and industry-linked activities to develop technical, communication and leadership skills. Topics include team programming, systems development, distributed systems, cyber-physical systems and software engineering for AI systems.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of high school/ secondary education

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

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Additional requirements

Documents

Apply through the Swedish National Admissions Portal, UniversityAdmissions.se. Submit upper-secondary school documentation, proof of English proficiency equivalent to Swedish English 6/English Level 2, and documentation of mathematics equivalent to Swedish Mathematics 1a, 1b or 1c. (required)

Selection

Selection is based on upper-secondary average grade and the Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test. The test is not mandatory. (required/optional)

Tests and examinations

English 6 or English Level 2, and Mathematics 3b or 3c or Mathematics Further level 1b or 1c. (required)

How to apply

  • Direct

    Fixed deadline
    Application fee900.00 SEK
    Fee waiver

    There are no application fee waivers available for the University of Gothenburg

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Scholarships at University of Gothenburg

  • Adlerbert Foreign Student Hospitality Foundation scholarship

    Official page

    One-time scholarship for international students at the University of Gothenburg, including undergraduate, masters and doctoral students. The amount varies with the number of applicants; recent awards were approximately SEK 4,000–6,000, with SEK 6,000 awarded in 2025. The 2026 application period was 12 January–12 February.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

University of Gothenburg provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of Gothenburg encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near University of Gothenburg?

Category Cost  (in Swedish Krona)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centrekr 9,612
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centrekr 8,046
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)kr 1,018
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)kr 344
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)kr 191
Monthly public transport passkr 860
Monthly grocery basketkr 3,753
Books and study supplies (monthly)kr 750
Coffee shop drinkkr 47
Cinema or cultural event ticketkr 189
Gym membershipkr 358

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and studyinsweden.se (Official statistics).

Visa requirements for the University of Gothenburg

Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at University of Gothenburg.

Sweden student visa requirements