Study in Sweden from Pakistan

Why study in Sweden?

• Innovation and research. Sweden ranks among the world's most innovative countries, with strong programmes in engineering, technology, design and sustainability.
• Teaching style. Small classes, group work and close access to professors rather than large lecture halls.
• High living standards. Safe, well-organised cities with an excellent quality of life and a strong social welfare system.
• Career opportunities. A growing tech and startup scene, particularly around Stockholm, with English widely spoken in workplaces.

Undergraduate, postgraduate and pathway programmes

Foreign Migration guides students into Sweden at every level of study, not only postgraduate degrees:

Popular fields of study

Partner and popular universities (40+)

We work with, and regularly guide applications to, universities including:

UUUppsala University

LULund University

KRIKTH Royal Institute of Technology

SUStockholm University

LULinköping University

UOGUniversity of Gothenburg

CUOChalmers University of Technology

UUUmeå University

ÖUÖrebro University

KIKarolinska Institute

SSOStockholm School of Economics

MUMalmö University

JUJönköping University

MSUMid Sweden University

KUKarlstad University

LULinnaeus University

MUMälardalen University

HUHalmstad University

UOSUniversity of Skövde

UWUniversity West

BIOBlekinge Institute of Technology

SUSödertörn University

DUDalarna University

LUOLuleå University of Technology

UOBUniversity of Borås

KUKristianstad University

SUOSwedish University of Agricultural Sciences

RIORoyal Institute of Art

SUOStockholm University of the Arts

JIBJönköping International Business School

GSOGothenburg School of Business, Economics and Law

SUSophiahemmet University

RCURed Cross University College

UCSUniversity College Stockholm

NIUNewman Institute Uppsala

ESBErsta Sköndal Bräcke University College

EHSEnskilda Högskolan Stockholm

BCOBeckmans College of Design

KUOKonstfack University of Arts, Crafts and Design

SSOStockholm School of Theology

University names above are shown for information only, to illustrate the range of institutions we work with in Sweden; it is not an exclusive or complete list, and inclusion does not itself guarantee admission. Each university's own logo is used to identify it wherever we have the logo file on file; others show as initials until a logo is added. Entry requirements and available scholarships vary by university and we confirm current options for your profile at your consultation.

Typical admission requirements

• Academic transcripts and degree certificates
• English test score meeting the university's requirement
• Passport and passport photo
• Statement of purpose or letter of intent, for some programmes
• Proof of funds for the residence permit
• Paid tuition invoice (first instalment) for non-EU applicants
• Certificate of Eligibility once admitted

Working while you study and after

Sweden places no fixed limit on part-time work hours for student residence permit holders, but studies must remain the main activity. Rules can be updated, so we confirm the latest position with you.

The student visa journey

1. Apply via the national portalApply through universityadmissions.se and receive conditional or full admission.
2. Pay the tuition invoiceNon-EU students pay the first instalment of tuition to confirm the place.
3. Apply for a residence permitApply online through the Swedish Migration Agency with proof of admission, funds and insurance.
4. Wait for the decisionProcessing times vary, so apply as early as possible after admission.
5. Travel and registerAfter arrival, register with the relevant Swedish authorities as instructed.

Popular study cities

Stockholm, Gothenburg, Lund and Uppsala.

How Foreign Migration helps you study in Sweden

We shortlist universities and courses that match your grades and budget, prepare and submit your applications, search scholarships, check your visa file page by page and support you until you arrive. Your first consultation is free.