General questions

How and when can I make an appointment with a study counsellor?

The Study counsellor’s office is closed during the summer but you can book an appointment via e-mail (study-master@psychology.su.se) for when we open again in August.
 

 

For students who have studied with us before

I need to take a re-exam for a course I have previously studied. How can I sign up for the exam?

You may have to re-register, please contact the Student affairs office, studyadmin@psychology.su.se.

I need syllabi and course plans for courses I have previously studied. How can I get hold of them?

If you are not able to find them in our Archive, please contact the Student affairs office, studyadmin@psychology.su.se.

 

For students who are currently studying with us

When and how do I find the schedule for the autumn term?

Schedule is available one month before your course starts, please search for your schedule here. 

I am a returning student of the International master's program and I want to make a change in my course choices. How can I do that?

The possibility of changing course choice is limited and takes place subject to availability. Please contact the Student affairs office for further assistance, studyadmin@psychology.su.se.

 

 

 

For students who have been admitted, conditionally admitted or have applied to study with us

I have been admitted to a course (or a program) and I need to activate my student account and for that I need a code. Can you help me?

A one-time code will be sent by email on 3 January to students who do not have a Swedish social security number. If you have not received a code after this date, please contact studyadmin@psychology.su.se.

I have been admitted but I forgot to register within the registration deadline. What happens now?

Unfortunately you have then lost your admission.

I am conditionally admitted to a course or programme. What do I need to do now?

If you are conditionally admitted, you have to prove that you have the necessary prerequisites for the program before we can register you (you will not be able to register online).

Send an e-mail to studyadmin@psychology.su.se containing documentation which verifies that you fulfill the necessary prerequisites no later than 19 January.

I have been admitted but want to postpone my studies – what can I do?

You can apply for deferral of study commencement. The application is not handled by the Department of Psychology but by the Admissions Office at Stockholm university.

Conditions for applying and how to apply

I was not admitted to the course or program I applied to, but I am on the waiting list. What do I do now? Will I be offered a place?

If we have places available, we will get in touch with you by phone or e-mail after the registration period has ended.

 

 

For students who would like to study with us

I am an international student and I want to study with you. How do I apply?

You can see all information on applying at www.universityadmissions.se. You can find more information on our courses and programs here. 

Can I study psychology in English at Stockholm University?

Our International two-year master program is taught fully in English.

On the bachelor level we offer the course Forensic psychology, 7,5 credits, in English. 

Our other programs and courses are taught in Swedish and require knowledge of Swedish language at an academic level for eligibility.

More information on language requirements for studying in English at universities in Sweden

More information on language requirements for studying in Swedish at universities in Sweden

When is the next application period for the International two-year master's program?

The next possibility to apply is for studies starting in the autumn term of 2024. The international application round will take place from October 2023 – mid-January 2024. All exact dates are published at www.universityadmissions.se where you will also find all other relevant information on applying.

Can I still apply for studies starting in the spring term of 2024?

The course Gender Psychology 7,5 credits is open for late application. See more information on universityadmissions.se.
For other courses or programmes the next possibility to apply is for studies starting in the autumn term of 2024.

I want to apply to the International two-year master program. Am I eligible?

You can see the requirements for the program here. Please note that we give no notices on eligibility in advance and all applicants must go through the proper application process through www.universityadmissions.se, where you will also find information on how and when to apply. 

I am interested in your International two-year master program and I have specific subject interests for my thesis project. Do you have researchers who are currently conducting research relating to my interests?

Please see information on our research areas and research groups. 

Does the International two-year master's program allow me to become a licensed psychologist? Is it a clinical program?

No, we do not offer a masters, or any freestanding courses/modules, in clinical psychology. The only way to study to become a licensed clinical psychologist here in Sweden is through the full psychologists program. The Psychologists program (or Master of Psychology) is a five-year full time program (300 credits). Afterwards you are granted a psychologists diploma which is a requirement for gaining a license through the National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen).

All admissions to the program are based solely on upper secondary school grades and results on the Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test. You can not be admitted based on academic studies.

Please note that the program is offered exclusively in Swedish.

More information on language requirements for studying in Swedish at universities in Sweden (in Swedish)

How do I gain a license to practice as a psychologist/psychotherapist in Sweden if I have foreign credentials?

Licenses to practice are applied for at the National Board of Health and Welfare (Socialstyrelsen). They are also in charge of assessing your credentials, this is not done by the university.

I am a Swedish speaker. Can I study the International two-year master program in Swedish?

No. The International two-year master program is taught fully in English, which includes course literature, examinations and seminars, etc. Everyone is expected to conduct their studies fully in English, including Swedish speaking students.

I want to apply to study with you. Are there any scholarships available to apply for?

Information about scholarships

 

Incoming exchange students

I want to make a change in my course selection. How can I do that?

Please send us the following information via e-mail to exchange@psychology.su.se:

• Which course or courses you no longer wish to take
• Which course or courses you would like to take instead

We will try to accommodate your change of courses and get back to you with a decision by 15 December at the latest. Please note that if your request includes taking a new course at a different department this time frame is not applicable, since we need to wait for their decision.

Please carefully select courses and make sure your new choices do not collide schedule wise and that you are eligible. The process of getting a decision is faster if you have already made sure of this by checking the courses in the course catalogue and in relation to the term dates. 

Your new course choices also need to be approved by your home university and a change needs to be made in your Learning agreement which needs to be signed by both the sending and receiving international coordinator. Do not make changes in your Learning agreement until you have received a decision from us since we cannot guarantee a change of courses.

I need to cancel my exchange to Stockholm university. What do I do?

Please send us the following information via e-mail to exchange@psychology.su.se:

• Your name and date of birth
• The name of your home university
• That you wish to cancel your exchange

Do not forget to notify Stockholm University’s Housing Office that you have cancelled your exchange if you have applied for housing through them.

You also need to notify your home university of your cancellation.

I need documents signed by the international coordinator. What should I do?

Please send the document which you need signed via e-mail to exchange@psychology.su.se.

We will administer it and return a signed document to you, if applicable. If we have any questions or need more information from you we will contact you.