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About KI
Karolinska Institute (KI) — public non-profit university. It is located in Stockholm, Sweden. As a member of European University Association (EUA), League of European Research Universities (LERU), KI is actively working on developing the academic environment.
The university is one of the top-1000 universities in the world. The university is highly rated by the independent university ranking THE. It is in the top-50.
KI offers bachelor, master and doctorate programs in different fields of study.
- Location
- Stockholm, Sweden
- Establishment year
- 1810
- Students
- 8,393
- International students
- 1,500
- Female students
- 69%
Place in ratings
- Rating QS
- 2020#1001+
- Rating THE
- 2024#50
By subject
Subject | Place in QS 2023 |
---|---|
Life Sciences & Medicine | 10 |
KI tuition fees
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at KI is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. For foreigners, the tuition fee at KI depends on the program and starts from 15,948 USD per year. With the help of scholarships, students can partially or fully cover the cost of education. On the official website of the university, you can find all the up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.
When choosing an educational institution, it is necessary to take into account additional costs: accommodation, transportation, educational materials, meals and personal expenses.
- Academic calendar
- Semesters
- Scholarships
- Yes
- Bachelor
- Foreign18,856USD/year
- Master
- Foreign15,948USD/year
Study programs at KI
Medicine
Biomedicine
- Study degree
- BSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Computer Science & IT
Joint Master's Programme in Health Informatics
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Applied Sciences & Professions
Nutrition Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Physical Sciences
Global Health
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Toxicology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences
Global Health
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Toxicology
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Medicine
Bioentrepreneurship
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Biomedicine
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Global Health
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Health Economics, Policy and Management
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Master's Programme in Biomedicine
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Economics & Business Management
Bioentrepreneurship
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Natural Sciences & Mathematics
Bioentrepreneurship
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Molecular Techniques in Life Science
- Study degree
- MSc
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Nutrition Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Translational Physiology and Pharmacology
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Master's Programme in Bioentrepreneurship
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Master's Programme in Global Health
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Master's Programme in Nutrition Science
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Master's Programme in Toxicology
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Other
Doctoral Programme in Allergy, Immunology and Inflammation (AII)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Doctoral Programme in Biology of Infections and Global Health (BIGH)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Doctoral Programme in Cardiovascular Research
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Doctoral Programme in Cell Biology and Genetics
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Doctoral Programme in Development and Regeneration (DevReg)
- Study degree
- PhD
- Study mode
- On campus
- Study form
- Full-time
Bachelor degree at KI
Before submitting documents to the university, applicants take an English language exam. The university accepts the results of IELTS, PTE or TOEFL. The IELTS score is not lower than 6. Additionally, upon admission, an International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma can be accepted.
- IELTS
- 6
Master's degree at KI
The academic performance of a student in an undergraduate program plays an important role in the selection of candidates. In order to enroll at KI for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS, PTE or TOEFL.
KI campus
The city campus of KI provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Stockholm has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. Students have access to the extensive scientific library of the university. The collection of scientific papers helps them in conducting research. Student life at KI is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances — all this is an integral part of studenthood.
- Campus Type
- Urban
- Library
- Yes
What to do after graduation
After graduation, you can stay in Sweden for another year. You can do this by extending your student visa or applying for a job search visa. Graduates of KI are in demand in the labor market, as the reputation of the educational institution among employers is quite high according to the results of the QS world ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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