Why Sweden?
Sweden combines research-led universities with a society that values balance, equality and innovation. Universities such as Lund, Uppsala, KTH, Chalmers and Stockholm University teach hundreds of master's programmes fully in English.
For Pakistani students, Sweden is attractive because almost every application goes through one national website, the selection is transparent, and your spouse may be able to join you during a master's degree, depending on the current rules.
Key dates
The main intake starts in late August. Applications for the autumn semester open in mid-October and the main deadline falls in mid-January. Documents and the application fee are due shortly after.
Results are published in early April. If you are offered a place, you pay the first instalment of tuition and apply for the residence permit straight away.
Documents you need
Your bachelor's degree and transcript, attested where required; passport; English test result such as IELTS or TOEFL; a CV and, for many programmes, a statement of purpose and recommendation letters.
Some programmes ask for specific prerequisite courses in your bachelor's. Your counsellor checks your transcript against each programme before you apply, so you do not waste an application.
Costs and scholarships
Students from outside the EU pay tuition. The Swedish Institute Scholarships for Global Professionals and university tuition waivers can cover part or all of it for strong applicants with work experience.
For the residence permit you must show that you can cover your living costs for the study period. The Swedish Migration Agency publishes the current monthly amount.
How A.Z Migration helps
We shortlist programmes that match your grades, prepare your documents and SOP, submit your applications, and prepare your residence permit file once your offer arrives. You can browse every Swedish programme in our course finder.
Visa and admission rules change often. This article reflects the rules on the date above. Book a free consultation to get the current requirements for your case.