Admission Requirements

1) Have a Teaching degree or Bachelor’s degree within the social sciences or humanities, or its equivalent, corresponding to 180 Swedish higher education credits (equal to 180 ECTS) in undergraduate university studies.

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2) English Level 6 or equivalent

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3) Submit a Letter of Intent. The letter should be written in English (one page maximum) and cover the following points:

  • Short description of your former academic/professional training, linking to international and comparative education
  • Your expectations of the programme (Both on a personal and professional level); and
  • If relevant, your research topic ideas for a Master’s thesis.
Please clearly state "Master's Programme in Education with International and Comparative specialisation" at the top of your Letter of Intent. You can address your letter to the "Selection Committee".
Letter of Intent template (14 Kb) for a sample template
Apply and submit all supporting documentation, including the Letter of Intent, to University Admissions.

 

Application Periods: Autumn 2021
  • Non-EU citizens: October 16th, 2020- January 15th, 2021
  • EU citizens (and Swedish residents): March 15th-April 15th, 2021
* As an EU citizen (or Swedish resident) you can apply for either round.