The KTH Royal Institute of Technology is located in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. It attracts students from all over the world and is one of the largest and most respected technical universities in Europe - consistently ranking among the top 100 in the world.
Thanks to its great ecosystem for learning and innovation, KTH is a prestigious school whose graduates are highly sought-after on the job market. A degree from KTH is a springboard to a successful career and over 50% of graduates land their first job even before receiving their degree.
Study at KTH: Find Bachelors & Masters
Places at KTH are highly sought after but just because it might be difficult it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t try! You just need to be prepared and make sure you submit a thorough application.
The average acceptance rate for Masters programmes is around 35%, with some years and courses being more competitive than others.
To increase your chances of being accepted, it is a good idea to apply for more than one programme. Applicants can have up to four choices, ranked in order of preference. Different programmes have different entry requirements where - apart from grades – additional information like a letter of motivation, a well-written CV, recommendation letters and in some cases portfolios will add value to the application.
Swedish universities have a national joint application system, so make sure to apply in the first round in mid-January! If you are going to apply for Masters at other Swedish universities too, make sure you put KTH as your first preference.
KTH Royal Institute of Technology ranks as #1 in Scandinavia and Sweden according to QS rankings.
Rank in Scandinavia | Rank in Europe | University | Country |
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1 | 22 | KTH Royal Institute of Technology | Sweden |
2 | 29 | Lund University | Sweden |
3 | 37 | Uppsala University | Sweden |
4 | 39 | University of Copenhagen | Denmark |
5 | 41 | Aalto University | Finland |
Students who are dedicated, curious and motivated are KTH material. Studying at this university involves a lot of teamwork and group projects, therefore having good collaborative skills is also key to being a successful candidate.
To apply for a Master’s programme you must have a Bachelor’s degree from an internationally recognised university (in a relevant topic, of course). Students may apply for a Master’s programme while in their final year of their undergraduate studies and, if successful, may receive a conditional offer.
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Entry requirements vary from course to course and may change from the previous year, so it is essential to always check the latest requirements for each degree you are interested in.
The general requirements for KTH are:
Securing a spot at KTH is a goal for many aspiring students worldwide. In order to stand out, make sure to take into account these tips:
Study.eu Advice: Focus on having a high level of English. If it doesn’t get you into KTH, it’s still going to be good for your future.
For EU/EEA students, studying at KTH is free (but note that some joint programmes may charge fees from EU/EEA/Swiss citizens). For non-EU/EEA, fees are SEK 342,000 per programme - ca. 30,208 EUR - but it varies between the programmes.
As mentioned before, remember there is an application fee of ca. SEK 900 for non-EU students submitting their application through University Admissions.
There are a number of scholarship programmes available for studying at KTH. Some are available directly from KTH and some are external funding sources.
The cost of living in Stockholm might be a little more expensive than in other European cities but the quality of life is excellent. Monthly cost can range between SEK 9,450-12,350. Here is a rough breakdown for you to consider (prices are estimates and for illustrative purposes only):
There are a wide range of technical degrees available at KTH, from Natural Sciences and Mathematics, to Computer Sciences:
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