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INSTITUTION TYPES & CREDENTIALS Types of higher education institutions: Universitet (University) Högskola (University College) School leaving and higher education credentials: Slutbetyg Från Gymnasieskola Kvalificerad yrkesexamen Högskoleexamen Yrkesexamen (Undergraduate) Kandidatexamen Magisterexamen med ämnesdjup Magisterexamen med ämnesbredd Yrkesexamen (Postgraduate) Licentiatexamen Doktorsexamen STRUCTURE OF EDUCATION SYSTEM Pre-higher education: Duration of compulsory education: Age of entry: 7 Age of exit: 16 Structure of school system: Basic Type of school providing this education:
Grundskola Length of program in years: 9 Age level from: 7 to: 16 Certificate/diploma awarded: Slutbetyg Från Grundskola Upper Secondary Type of school providing this education:
Gymnasium Length of program in years: 3 Age level from: 16 to: 19 Certificate/diploma awarded: Slutbetyg Från Gymnasieskola Upper Secondary Type of school providing this education:
Folkhögskola
(Folk high school) Certificate/diploma awarded: Intyg om allmän behörighet
(certificate concerning general eligibility for higher education) or
"Intyg om särskild behörighet" (certificate concerning specific
eligibility) Upper Secondary Type of school providing this education:
Municipal
adult school (Komvux) Certificate/diploma awarded: Slutbetyg
Från Komvux School education: The Swedish state school system comprises compulsory
school and various types of voluntary schooling. Compulsory school includes
nine years of compulsory basic school, school for the Saami people of Northern
Sweden, special school and compulsory school for the mentally handicapped.
Post-compulsory education is offered through 17 National Programmes providing
qualifications that allow students to go on to higher education. Some of these
programmes also include industrial work placements. The National Programmes of
upper secondary education are offered at Gymnasia and lead to the award of the
Slutbetyg Från Gymnasieskola.Tuition is free.Outside the upper secondary school
system there are folk high schools (Folkhögskolan) which provide
state-supported adult education lasting between one and three years of studies.
There are no formal examinations. Post-secondary studies include advanced
vocational training (Kvalificerad yrkesutbilding) which is intended to meet the
labour market's needs for the skills required for modern production of goods
and services. About one-third of the course period takes place at the
workplace. As from January 2002, this form of training is a permanent part of
the Swedish educational system but does not belong to the higher education
sector. Admission is based on three-year upper secondary education or
corresponding proficiency. The training is normally intended to correspond to
two years of study and leads to a Certificate of Advanced Vocational Training
(Kvalificerad yrkesexamen). Higher education: The Swedish system includes not only traditional
university studies, but also Teacher Training, Health Care Training, Technical
Training, etc. It is the responsibility of: the central government, regional
authorities and private interests. All higher education institutions fall under
the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Education except for the University of
Agricultural Sciences (Ministry of Agriculture). Higher education is divided
into undergraduate studies (courses combined towards a first degree) and
postgraduate studies and research. Main laws/decrees governing higher
education: Decree: Förordning för Sveriges
Lantbruksuniversitet SFS 1993:221 Year: 1993 Concerns: Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences Decree: Förordning om tillstånd att utfärda vissa examina SFS
1993:956 Year: 1993 Decree: Government bill on the degree system Year: 2004 Decree: Högskoleförordningen SFS
1993:100 (Higher Education Ordinance)
(http://utbildning.regeringen.se/inenglish/pdf/heo_jan03.pdf Year: 1993 Concerns: the whole higher education system Decree: Högskolelagen SFS 1992:1424
(Higher Education Act)
http://utbildning.regeringen.se/inenglish/pdf/higher_education_act.pdf Year: 1993 Concerns: the whole higher education system Decree: Lag om kvalificerad yrkesutbildning
(SFS 2001:239) Year: 2001 Concerns: Advanced Vocational Training Decree: Lag om tillstånd att utfärda
vissa examina SFS 1993:792 Year: 1993 Concerns: Private higher education Academic year: Classes from: Aug to: Jun Long vacation from: 15 Jun to: 15 Aug Languages of instruction: Swedish,
English Stages of studies: University level studies: University level first stage: Undergraduate
studies: All
basic higher education is offered in the form of courses. There is scope for
individual choice but students may combine different courses into a degree
programme. Study programmes are divided into credits. One credit corresponds to
one week of full-time study. One year usually represents 40 credits. The
Diploma (Högskoleexamen) is awarded after the completion of at least 80 credits
(two years' full-time study). It is awarded by all universities and higher
education institutions. The Bachelor's Degree (Kandidatexamen) is conferred after the completion of at least
120 credits (three years' full-time study). In the major subject, in-depth
studies of at least 60 credits (three terms) are required, including an independent
special project of at least 10 credits. Since 1 November 2001 there are two
types of Magistersexamen (Master of):
1)The Magisterexamen med ämnesdjup is awarded after the completion of at
least 160 credits (four years' full-time study). In the major subject, in-depth
studies of at least 80 credits (four terms) are required, including an
independent special project of at least 20 credits or two projects of at least
10 credits each. 2) The Magisterexamen med ämnesbredd requires at least 40
credits including an independent special project of at least 10 credits. The
Magisterexamen med ämnesbredd is awarded in addition to a degree of at least
120 points. Apart from the general academic degrees, there are some 60
professional degrees (Yrkesexamen) which vary in length between 40 and 220
points, depending on their character and field of study. They include the
degrees of Doctor of Medicine, Master of Science in Engineering or in
Agriculture, as well as the Bachelor of Education for the Compulsory School. University level second stage: Postgraduate
studies: The Licentiatexamen (Licenciate degree) requires 80
points (two years of study and research) including a larger thesis, after
completion of at least 120 points at undergraduate level. This degree can also
be awarded as an intermediate degree towards the Doktorsexamen. which requires
a minimum of four years' full-time study beyond completion of at least 120
points at the undergraduate level. Doctoral studies consist of seminars,
reading and methodology courses, individual literature surveys and independent
research. The thesis must describe and account for organization and results of
research, be published and be publicly defended. Teacher education: Training of pre-primary and
primary/basic school teachers A
new teacher training programme was introduced on July 1 2001. It includes a
60-credit course in pedagogics, special education and teaching practice that is
common to all students. There is, in principle, only one teaching degree
(lärarexamen) for the public school but with different specializations in terms
of age groups, subject areas or other competences. The length of study for
pre-school teachers and teachers at lower grades of primary/basic school is at
least 140 credits. According to provisional regulations, students who started
studying in teacher training programmes (to become e.g. grundskollärare) before
July 1 2001 have the right to be awarded a degree according to the previous
regulations until the end of June 2008. Training of secondary school teachers Teacher training for upper secondary schools
(Gymnasielärarutbildning) is based on a combination of subjects within often
one and the same field, e.g. Mathematics-Natural Sciences, Languages,
Humanities. A total of 180-200/220 credits including pedagogical training is
required. These subjects are studied up to a level of 60 or 80 credits. Instead
of this integrated model for teacher training, it is also possible to follow a
consecutive route. In this case, the subjects are studied first at the
university followed by a 60 credit education course (Kompletterande-Pedagogisk
Utbildning, including pedagogics, teaching methods and teaching practice) at a
teacher training institute/faculty. Non-traditional studies: Distance higher education IT-supported
higher education distance courses are offered by various higher education
institutions in Sweden. Lifelong higher education Folk
high schools: each school determines its own curriculum within the framework of
the Folk High School Code. Some courses can qualify students for university
studies. Studies focus on topic areas rather than on single subjects. Other
forms are correspondence schools and courses organised by the broadcasting
media. Formal adult education ("komvux"), both general and
vocational, is offered by the local education committees in all municipalities
and in certain educational fields (e.g. the health sector) by county councils.
Universities have comprehensive programmes for further education, including
commissioned education, part-time and evening courses, as well as summer courses. Higher education training in industry Industry cooperates with universities/university
colleges and vice-versa for industrial needs and also for the needs of the
labour market. NATIONAL BODIES Administration & co-ordination: Responsible authorities: Utbildnings - och kulturdepartementet (Ministry of
Education, Research and Culture) Head: Leif Pagrotsky, Minister Drottninggatan 16 Tel: +46(8) 4051000 Fax: +46(8) 7231192 EMail: registrator@educult.ministry.se WWW: http://www.sweden.gov.se/sb/d/2063 Role of governing body: Overall
development and planning of all higher education and research, supervision. Högskoleverket (National Agency for Higher Education) Head: Sigbrit Franke, Chairman PO Box 7851 Tel: +46(8) 56308500 Fax: +46(8) 56308550 EMail: Hsv@hsv.se WWW: http://www.hsv.se Role of governing body: Evaluation
and analyses of higher education, quality issues, information, international
issues (including mobility and recognition). Sveriges universitets-och högskoleförbund (Association
of Swedish Higher Education) Head: Bo Sundqvist, Chairperson Administrative officer: Bengt Karlsson, Secretary-General Rådmansgatan 72 Tel: +46(8) 321388 Fax: +46(8) 329370 WWW: http://www.suhf.se Myndigheten för Sveriges Nätuniversitet (The Swedish
Net University Agency) PO Box 194 Tel: +46 611349500 EMail: info@netuniversity.se WWW: http://www.netuniversity.se Role of governing body: Information,
marketing, coordination, development of IT supported distance education. Myndigheten för kvalificerad yrkesutbildning (Swedish
Agency for Advanced Vocational Education) Head: Sonja Eriksson Järnvägsgatan 3 Tel: +46 45145480 Fax: +46 45145499 EMail: ky@ky.se WWW: http://www.ky.se Role of governing body: Central
administrative authority for advanced vocational training. Skolverket (Swedish National Agency for Education) Head: Per Thullberg Alströmergatan 12 Tel: +48(8) 52733200 EMail: Skolverket@skolverket.se WWW: http://www.skolverket.se Role of governing body: Central
administrative authority for the Swedish Public School System Svenska Institutet (Swedish Institute) Head: Per Wästberg, Director-General PO Box 7434 Tel: +46(8) 4537800 Fax: +46(8) 207248 EMail: si@si.se WWW: http://www.si.se Information Service on Folk High School PO Box 740 Tel: +46(8) 7960050 Fax: +46(8) 218826 EMail: info@folkhogskola.nu WWW: http://www.folkhogskola.nu Department for Research Cooperation (SAREC), Swedish
International Development Cooperation Agency (SIDA) Head: Berit Olsson, Director Sveavägen 20 Tel: +46(8) 6985314 Fax: +46(8) 6985656 EMail: berit.olsson@sida.se WWW: http://www.sida.se ADMISSIONS TO HIGHER EDUCATION Admission to university-level studies Name of secondary school credential
required: Slutbetyg Från Gymnasieskola Minimum score/requirement: 90% of
credit hours must be passed with mark G or higher Alternatives to credentials: Slutbetyg
från Komvux (adult education), Intyg om allmän behörighet från folkhögskola
(Folk High School) or a foreign secondary school leaving certificate equivalent
to Slutbetyg Från Gymnasieskola and giving access to higher education in the
country of origin. 25 years old, 4 years' work experience, knowledge of Swedish
and English. Entrance exams required: no Numerus clausus/restrictions: Yes Other admission requirements: For most
courses there are additional specific entrance requirements expressed in terms
of courses at secondary school level. Work experience is required for some
programmes. Auditions and proven artistic ability for most of the arts
programmes.The deadline for applications to higher education starting in autumn
is April 15. Foreign students admission Admission requirements: All foreign
students should apply directly to the universities and university colleges for
courses and programmes. Foreign student counsellors and the admission offices
can provide the necessary information and forms. The application procedure may
vary depending on the applicant's status, nationality and knowledge of Swedish.
Forms and deadlines for course applications and programmes applications may
also differ. For further information see: http://www.studyinsweden.se Recognition of studies &
qualifications: Studies pursued in home country (System
of recognition/accreditation): The Government decides which degrees are awarded
by the higher education system. The requirements, orientation and objectives of
the degrees are stipulated in a special degree ordinance. With respect to undergraduate education,
degrees are divided into general academic and professional degrees.The National
Agency for Higher Education decides about the right of specific institutions to
award certain degrees and evaluates the quality of all programmes and subjects. Studies pursued in foreign countries
(bodies dealing with recognition of foreign credentials): NARIC/ENIC (Högskoleverket) Head: Lars Petersson, Director Luntmakargatan 13 Tel: +46(8) 56308500 Fax: +46(8) 56308650 EMail: naric-enic@hsv.se WWW: http://www.hsv.se Deals with credential recognition for
entry to: University and Profession Services provided & students dealt
with: Evaluates foreign degrees/diplomas, deals with foreign credential
recognition for professional purposes, recognizes foreign teacher
qualifications as the competent authority for the teacher profession and gives
advice to HEI concerning academic recognition. Individual application accepted
for residents in Sweden and/or citizens of EU Member States. National Admissions Office to Higher Education (Verket
för Högskoleservice) P.O. Box 24070 Tel: +46(8) 54551540 EMail: info@vhs.se WWW: http://www.vhs.se Services provided & students dealt
with: Deals with foreign credential for admission to higher education (for
residents in Sweden) The National Board of Health and Welfare
(Socialstyrelsen) Head: Kjell Asplund, Director-General SE-106 30 Stockholm Tel: +46(8) 55553000 Fax: +46(8) 55553420 EMail: socialstyrelsen@socialstyrelsen.se WWW: http://www.sos.se Deals with credential recognition for
entry to: Profession Services provided & students dealt
with: Recognition to be registered as doctor, midwife, chiropractor, speech
therapist, psychologist, psychotherapist, physiotherapist, dentist, nurse,
optician, pharmaceutics, occupational therapist, hearing disorder assistant,
biomedical analyst, dietician, orthopedic engineer, X-ray nurse, hospital
physicist Other information sources on recognition
of foreign studies: The Swedish Board of Agriculture for studies in
veterinary medicine. http://www.jordbruksverket.se. Information on other
competent authorities: http://english.hsv.se/foreign/regulated/ Special provisions for recognition: For access to university level studies: Established
by higher education institutions and Verket för Högskolservice (VHS). For
recognition of periods of studies: Higher education ordinance, chapter 6
§§12-13. For access to advanced studies and
research: Established by higher education institutions Multilateral agreements concerning
recognition of foreign studies Name of agreement: Council of
Europe Convention/European Agreement on Continued Payment of Scholarships to
Students Studying Abroad Year of signature: 1969 Name of agreement: Council of
Europe Convention/Recognition of Qualifications Concerning Higher Education in
the European Region Year of signature: 2001 Name of agreement: Nordic
Declaration/Recognition of Qualifications Concerning Higher Education (Reykjavik
Declaration) Year of signature: 2004 References to further information on
foreign student admissions and recognition of studies Title: Study in Sweden. A guide for
foreign students (http://www.studyinsweden.se) Author: The Swedish Institute STUDENT LIFE National student associations and unions Sveriges Förenade Studentkårer (SFS) Wollmar Yxkullsgatan 16 Tel: +46(8) 54570100 Fax: +46(8) 54570110 EMail: sfs@sfs.se WWW: http://www.sfs.se Health/social provisions Social security for home students: Yes Social security for foreign students: Yes Foreign student social security
provisions: Students from Scandinavian countries: same benefits as Swedish citizens;
EU citizens must fill in form E111. All students staying more than one year may
benefit from reduced costs for medical care. Special student travel fares: By road: Yes By rail: Yes By air: Yes Available to foreign students: Yes Student expenses and financial aid Student costs: Average living costs: 6300 (Swedish
Krone) Home students tuition fees: Minimum: 150 (Swedish
Krone) Maximum: 500 (Swedish Krone) Foreign students tuition fees: Minimum: 350 (Swedish
Krone) Maximum: 500 (Swedish Krone) Type of financial aid available: Scholarships/grants/fellowships: Higher vocational/technical studies: Home: Yes Foreign: No First Degree studies: Home: Yes Foreign: Yes Advanced/doctoral studies: Home: Yes Foreign: Yes Loans: Higher vocational/technical studies: Home: Yes Foreign: No First degree studies: Home: Yes Foreign: No Advanced/doctoral studies: Home: Yes Foreign: No Bodies providing information on student
financial aid: Centrala Studiestödsnämnden SE 851 82 Sundsvall Tel: +46(0) 60186000 Fax: +46(0) 60186193 EMail: csn@csn.se WWW: http://www.csn.se Deals with: Loans Category of students: For Swedish
citizens only. The Swedish Institute P.O. Box 7434 Tel: +46(8) 4537800 Fax: +46(8) 207248 EMail: si@si.se WWW: http://www.si.se Deals with: Grants Category of students: All
university levels, all nationalities. Publications on student services and
financial aid: Title: Scholarships for Study and
Research in Sweden Author: The Swedish Institute INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION &
EXCHANGES Principal national bodies responsible
for dealing with international cooperation and exchanges in higher education: International Programme Office Head: Ulf Melin, Director-General Kungsbroplan 3A Tel: +46(8) 4537200 Fax: +46(8) 4537201 EMail: info@programkontoret.se WWW: http://www.programkontoret.se The Swedish Institute (Svenska Institut) Head: Per Wästberg, Director-General P.O. Box 7434 Tel: +46(8) 7892000 Fax: +46(8) 207248 EMail: si@si.se WWW: http://www.si.se Participation of country in multilateral
or bilateral higher education programmes Name of exchange programme: ALFA Name of exchange programme: ASEM DUO Name of exchange programme: Comenius Name of exchange programme: LEONARDO Name of exchange programme: Linneus-Palme
(with developing countries) Name of exchange programme: NORDPLUS Name of exchange programme: SOCRATES Name of exchange programme: TEMPUS GRADING SYSTEM Usual grading system in secondary school Full Description: IG:Icke
Godkänd (fail), G:Godkänd (pass), VG:Väl Godkänd (pass with distinction) and
MVG: Mycket Väl Godkänd (pass with high distinction). Highest on scale: Mycket Väl
Godkänd Pass/fail level: Godkänd Lowest on scale: Icke Godkänd Main grading system used by higher
education institutions Full Description: Väl Godkänd
(distinction). Godkänd (pass). Underkänd (fail) Highest on scale: VG Väl
Godkänd (distinction) Pass/fail level: G Godkänd
(pass) Lowest on scale: U Underkänd
(fail) Other main grading systems For some programmes only pass level (Godkänd) is used.
For programmes in Engineering the 3-5 scale is used where 5 is highest on the
scale and 3 is pass level. In Law, the scale B-BA-AB is used where AB is
highest and B is pass level. NOTES ON HIGHER EDUCATION SYSTEM Data for academic year: 2005-2006 Source: IAU from
Högskoleverket/National Agency for Higher Education, Stockholm, December 2005 Note on Higher Education Institutions: Some institutions awarding postgraduate degrees are listed in the 'Other Institutions' section because they are entitled, at national level, to award undergraduate degrees only. Copyright © IAU, World Higher Education Database (WHED) |
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