A smooth start - Stockholm University

Are you new to Stockholm University? On these pages we have gathered a lot of useful information to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible.

Pre-departure information

There is a lot to think about before moving to a new country for studies, below we have collected some useful information that will help you make sure everything is in order before your departure to Sweden.

Students outside Aula Magna, a Stockholm University bag in the foreground.

Checklist for admitted students

Thank you for choosing Stockholm University! In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of term.

Welcome Activities

Stockholm University organises a series of welcome activities at the beginning of each semester. The activities are designed to assist you as a new student and introduce you to university life in Stockholm and Sweden.

Schedules

All schedules are preliminary and subject to change, hence we do not recommend printing out the schedule. Please do check here on a regularly basis or subscribe for updates.

Student raising his hand in class. Photo: Niklas Björling

Get access to IT services

Before your studies begin you need to get a university account and order a university card.

How to register

Once you have been admitted to Stockholm University you need to register at your department. Registration is normally done at the beginning of each semester.

View over Södra huset in autumn. Photo: Ingmarie Andersson

Find your way on campus

Stockholm University has a number of different campuses and this is a guide to the areas. As you will see there is a lot to discover.

Aerial view of the Frescati campus Photo: Clément Morin

Q&A regarding the coronavirus

This information is for international and exchange students who have applied or been admitted for studies at Stockholm University.

A flight of stairs with requests to keep a distance.