Study Abroad Karlstad University: Ranking, Courses, Admission, Fees, Scholarship & Placements

Karlstad University: Ranking, Courses, Admission, Fees, Scholarship & Placements

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Karlstad University is one of the most famous and youngest Swedish universities, established in 1997. The University offers over 16000 undergraduate students, with more than 230 research students. The University approaches with a modern outlook and collaborates with more than 200 institutes globally from countries like Canada, USA, Australia, New Zealand, Germany, and France.  It has more than 80 UG and PG programs with almost 700 courses. Each course is available at the UG, PG, and doctoral levels. The reasons for students to choose the University are as follows:

  • The high-quality education and the excellent research scope with top global institutes are some significant reasons for aspirants to look for this option 

  • The University offers an inspiring, friendly study environment with high-technology facilities and modern architecture. 

  • The scholarship opportunities are important for students as they can get grants, scope for fellowship, and cover academic expense.

  • The research in the University involves a multidisciplinary environment and group for the work. 

  • Aspirants who are not sure of their choice of a study program can reach out to the career counselor experts 

  • The main idea behind the research work by the University is to make it productive and help aspirants gain knowledge from the integrity and scope of the research. 

  • The University has a beautiful and vibrant campus that provides a friendly environment for students to study. 

  • The University has two schools – Ingesund School of Music and Karlstad Business School. 

Some popular study program choices at the University are:

  • Engineering

  • Creative arts and design

  • Business and Management 

  • Applied and Pure Sciences

  • Social Studies and Media

  • Computer Science and IT 

Karlstad University Highlights 

  • The University has partnerships with institutes like ERASMUS+, ICM. 

  • The overall global ranking of the University is 1001 out of a total of 1600

  • As per the Europe University ranking, the University is in the 499th position. 

  • As per the QS WUR Ranking by subject, the University is at 501 to 550 ranks. 

  • According to the Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report, the University is at 1309 position in 2023 

  • According to the US News, the university has 1335 positions out of 1740. 

Karlstad University Admission 

Candidates should check the online admission deadline and apply on time. They must apply with the correct personal details such as date of birth, country name, and others. Once the complete form with supporting documents is sent, it is likely to get approved quickly. 

  • Candidates have to submit online applications through the university portal 

  • The application fee for a study program is 900 SEK

  • Complete the application for the study program 

  • Students should get a nomination from a recognized university 

  • Official records and certificates of the past course or higher secondary examination 

  • Letter of recommendation 

  • 1 to 2 pages of motivation 

  • Residence permit 

  • Learning Agreement 

  • Health insurance 

To know more about other universities in the Sweden, click here.

Eligibility 

  • TOEFL: PBT – 4 to 4.5; iBT: 17 to 20 

  • IELTS: English 5; English 6, English 7 

  • PTE: 48 to 68 

  • Cambridge ESOL: 180 to 200 points English 5 

  • Cambridge Michigan Language Assessments: English 6 

Karlstad University Programs

UG Programs

  • Bachelor of Science in Social Work

  • Bachelor of Science in Environmental and Energy Engineering

  • Bachelor's Programme in Music

  • Bachelor's Programme in Computer Science

  • Bachelor's Programme in Music Production

  • Bachelor Programme in Political Science

  • Bachelor Programme in Physics

  • Behavioral science programme

  • Biology programme

  • Early Years Education Programme

  • Environment and Safety

  • International Business

  • Law Programme

  • Health, Environment, and Society - Bachelor Program in Public Health Sciences

PG Programs

  • Master of Science in Chemical Engineering

  • Master of Science in Computer Engineering

  • Master of Science in Engineering Physics

  • Master of Science in Energy and Environmental Engineering

  • Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering          

  • Master of Science in Psychology Programme

  • Mathematics Programme      

  • Media and Communication: Digital Media and Analysis       

  • Media and Communication: Visual Communication Design 

  • Music Teacher Education Programme           

  • Political Science

  • Master Programme in Economics: Master

  • Master programme in English: Linguistic specialisation

  • Master programme in History

  • Programme in Business and Economics

  • Real Estate Management

  • Social Analysis

  • Spatial and Social Planning Program 

  • Tourism Program 

  • Web developer 

  • Vocational Education Program 

Karlstad University Accommodation 

There is no accommodation or housing service from the University. But it helps get housing facilities or equivalent residence facilities close to the University. 

  • The University can help get housing facilities through company help like KBAB, as it works in partnership with the University authority 

  • International students need to look for residence permits to be able to live and study in Sweden 

  • The KBAB organization can manage almost 7500 rental apartments. It can help the students with rental facilities or housing near the University 

Karlstad University Cost 

An international student's attendance cost to study at the University is ₹84,767 yearly. However, it may vary depending on the students' course style, accommodation, and lifestyle. 

Cost of Course 

Students from outside Sweden and the EU/EEA countries only have to pay the tuition fees. It varies from one study program to another. The expenses from one program or degree level would go as follows:

  • Per credit rate for master's degree level:

  • Individual programs: 95000SEK to 235000 SEK

  • Fees for an international master's program can be from 110000 SEK to 580000 SEK 

Some other program fees are as follows:

Course Program

Fees

MA in Region Building

INR 13.3 lakhs

MS in Biology with Specialisation in Stream Ecology

INR 10.3 lakhs

MS in Accounting and Control

INR 13.3 lakhs

MS in Computer Science

INR 13.3 lakhs

Master of Science [M.S] Global Media Studies

INR 9.1 lakhs

Master of Science [M.S] Information Systems

INR 10.7 lakhs

Cost of Living

Expenses

Amount in SEK

Food

13000 SEK

Bed and clothes

400 SEK

Accommodation

19,000 SEK

Literature course

4000 SEK

Medical and personal care

1000 SEK

Entertainment expenses

3000 SEK

Total expense (every 5 months)

40400 SEK with 8080 as a monthly expense

Karlstad University Scholarship

The financial aid from the University in the form of scholarship are as follows:

Karlstad University Global Scholarship

  • It waives tuition fees of eligible students

  • The deadline for the scholarship application is December 1st to February 1st

  • The scholarship can cover up to 25%, 50%, 75% or up to 100% of the fees, depending on the course study

Swedish Institute Study Scholarships.

  • The Swedish educational institute will give more than 500 scholarships to an eligible candidate that will cover the living costs in Sweden

Karlstad University Placement

The university has an excellent network and connection with the big companies. It helps create better job opportunities for the potential aspirants from the leading companies. Career fairs and support services can help students look for the right job. The faculty arranges for modern study materials and access to the latest techniques and equipment.

  • The study programs by the University require candidates to do an internship to complete the degree

  • During the internship, the candidate can explore practical placement and gain experience in their respective field

  • The potential candidate can search for the best placement offer via Erasmusintern.org or Erasmus.com

  • Students can apply for the Erasmus+ traineeship that costs 510 to 615 EURO monthly

The experience and practical knowledge of an aspirant from the study programs help them become a competent individual to serve their respective field. So, graduates from the University can explore suitable career options from top-rated IT companies at Karlstad University.

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