Exchange studies

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Exchange students are students coming to Mid Sweden University for one or two semesters within the framework of an exchange agreement. The length of the exchange period is determined by the agreement between Mid Sweden University and the student's home university, but the maximum is always two semesters.

Programmes and Courses

Exchange students have to opportunity to apply for courses and programmes at Bachelor and Master level in the fields of Humanities, Social Sciences, Technology and Natural Sciences, Teacher Training and Health Sciences.  Exchange students may apply to study part of a Bachelor or Master’s programme, or apply for single courses taught entirely in English.

Application and admission

If your university has an exchange agreement with Mid Sweden University, you are welcome to apply as an exchange student. The admission of exchange students is granted to qualified students nominated by their home institution. The student must fulfil the general requirements for admission for entry and the prerequisites for the chosen courses.  How to apply as an exchange student.

Erasmus+ Master degree loans

What is it?

Erasmus+ Master degree loans allow students to apply for support for their master's studies abroad. Loans will be offered by participating banks and student loan agencies on favourable conditions to mobile students, including, better than market interest rates and up to two years to allow graduates to get into a job before beginning repayment.

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Student Accommodation

Mid Sweden University does not provide its own student accommodation, but the university cooperates closely with several student housing companies in each campus city. The types of housing varies, but all types of student accommodation in Sweden are generally of a high standard. Exchange students may apply for accommodation before receiving the Confirmation of Enrolment, but the accommodation application will not be processed by the housing company until after the students enrolment is confirmed. Read more about student accommodation.

Arrival and Introduction Days

Introduction for new international students begins the week before the official start of the semester and include a variety of activities to help settle in smoothly at the University.  We highly recommend students to arrive on time to attend the Introduction days. Read more about the Introduction.

International Office

If you have questions regarding exchange studies at Mid Sweden University please send an e-mail to the International Office or to the departmental international coordinator. Contact information to the International Office.

Application dates

Application for exchange studies starting autumn semester 2016 (one or two semesters)

Application period: February 8- May 15, 2016

Application for spring 2017 only (one semester)

Opens in September, 2016

Official semester dates

Autumn Semester 2016

Start: August 29, 2016

Finish: January 15, 2017

Introduction days: August 24-26, 2016

Spring semester 2017

Start: January 16, 2017

Finish: June 4, 2017

Please note that registration to your first course must be done in person during the introduction days.