During your studies

You can find the date and time of examinations for courses at the Department of Astronomy in the timetable for each course. For information about how the exam is conducted, or if you have any questions, please refer to the course page on Stockholm University’s learning platform or contact the course coordinator.

You must register in Ladok in order to sit an exam.

Department of Astronomy examination schedule

If a course is not included in the examination schedule, it may be because the course is assessed in a way other than a written final exam.

Re-sit examinations in August

Every year, re-sit examinations are offered in August for all our courses. These exams usually take place during one of the weeks before the start of the semester, i.e. in late August. Registration for August re-sit exams is done in Ladok no later than June. Exact registation dates are listed in the examination schedule. If no students register, the re-sit exam will be cancelled.

Examination rules

The examination rules at the department are governed by university-wide regulations as well as by local rules. Below are some additions and clarifications:

• Registration is required for both the ordinary examination and any re-sit examination via Ladok, and must be completed no later than 10 days before the exam. If you require disability study support, you must submit a request for each exam occasion. This is also done in Ladok.
• Bring a valid photo ID. Identity checks are carried out before the exam begins.
• Seating lists may be used. Students must follow the invigilators’ instructions regarding where to sit.
• Only the aids specified for the exam may be used. All other aids are prohibited. Graphing calculators and other advanced calculators are not permitted unless explicitly stated otherwise.
• For toilet visits, students must write their name and the time on a toilet log. Only one person may leave at a time. In general, you may not leave the examination room without permission.
• Write your name and personal identity number only on the cover sheet. Tick which documents you submit. Write your full exam code on all exam papers.

Violations of Stockholm University’s central examination rules and the additions above may result in disciplinary action. It is the student’s responsibility to be familiar with and follow these rules.

Questions can be sent to studieinfo@astro.su.se.

We welcome all students. We know that people learn in different ways, and that some students may need extra support. If you need support, help is available. Start by applying to Student Services using the online form. After you apply, you will meet a coordinator at Student Services. Together, you will talk about what you need. You will then receive recommendations for educational support called Nais-certificate.

Next, contact studieinfo@astro.su.se at the Department of Astronomy. You can discuss how the recommended support can work in your astronomy courses.

Examples of support may include:
• extra time during exams
• taking the exam in a smaller room/group

Studying with a disability

Have you studied something similar before? You may be able to transfer credits for one or more of our courses. We assess how your previous studies match the course content, so please provide clear documentation.

You must be an active Stockholm University student to apply. Submit your application in Ladok. If the decision is negative, you have the right to appeal (instructions are provided with the decision).

Do you intend taking your Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in the coming year? Then it is time to consider in which area you would like to do your degree project (thesis). In astronomy, we offer three thesis options: a 15‑credit project at the undergraduate level (bachelor), and 30‑ or 45‑credit projects at the advanced level (master).

Degree project in Astronomy

As a student at Stockholm University, there are several ways that you can be involved and influence your education.

Influence your education

University library

The Stockholm University Library at Frescati is the largest university library in the Nordic countries and there you can find some of the books included on our course literature.

You can find a limited selection of astronomical literature in our reference library. It is located in the middle Common Room by the entrance to the Department. These books may not be borrowed, but are available as reference literature.

At the eastern end of the Department corridor there is a magazine shelf with current issues of astronomical and scientific journals.

Stockholm University is a metropolitan university, which is reflected in the student life. As a student at Stockholm University, you have many opportunities to live a rich student life. Virtually every day activities are organised for students by students, on or around the campus.

If you want to withdraw from a course or programme (non-completion), you can report this yourself in Ladok.

• If you withdraw within three weeks of the course start date, you may apply for the course again at a later time.
• If you withdraw more than three weeks after the course starts, you cannot re-apply for the course.

If you later want to continue the course after withdrawing, you must contact studieinfo@astro.su.se to request re-registration. Re-registration is only possible if there are available places on the course.

You can pause your studies, which is called a study break. If you have special reasons for taking a study break, you may be granted a guaranteed place on the programme when you return. If you do not have special reasons, you can resume your studies subject to availability. To apply for a study break, contact studieinfo@astro.su.se.