New student
Have you been admitted to a course or programme at the Department of Public Health Sciences? Here you will find some useful links and information about things that are good to know for new students at Stockholm University.
Information for admitted students at the Master's programme in public health science
You do not need to actively accept your place but if you intend to NOT join the programme, it is important that you refuse your place via University Admissions.
To keep your place you need to register between August 18 and September 1.
- Activate your university account no later September 1
International students without a Swedish personal number need to visit Infocenter in Studenthuset at Campus Frescati in person to activate their university account. Please bring a photo ID or passport! - Register in Ladok between August 18 and September 1
You need to have a university account to register. Se above.
Link to Ladok - Log in to Athena no later than September 1
When you have activated your student account please log in to the learning platform Athena for more detailed information about the courses.
Link to Athena - September 1: The programme starts with a Kick-off!
More information on the event will be sent out by e mail during mid June. - Link to term dates at Stockholm University
New student at Stockholm University?
To be at student means so much more than just studies. There are some practical things to consider around student life. Follow the links below for a compiled information that is good to know as a new student at Stockholm University.
New student at Stockholm University?
Admission, residence permits and tuition fees
Admission, residence permits and tuition fees
Term dates
Stockholm University term dates
FAQ for students affected by the war in Ukraine
Due to the war in Ukraine, there are a lot of questions from affected students about the possibilities to apply for studies or continue their studies at Stockholm University. To address these questions, Stockholm University has made an FAQ page that will be updated regularly.
Find us
The Department of Public Health Sciences is located on Albanovägen 12, Campus Albano.
Contact
Our study councellor will help you with general questions about studying at Stockholm University, studying with a disability, or other practical matters. When you contact us by email - please remember to state your personal information and which course you run. This will facilitate the handling of your case.
Study counselling
You are welcome to contact the study counsellor at our department if you are interested in studying with us, or if you are a student at our department and have questions and concerns regarding your education or study situation.
The study counsellor is also our department’s contact person for students with disabilities. Office hours by appointment.

Last updated: March 28, 2025
Source: Department of Public Health Sciences