entry requirements to Swedish university for British student?
I want to go to university in Sweden, it says one of the qualifications required for entry is the Swedish mathematic A. Would a maths GCSE cover this for a British student, and what grade would I need? I have D grade maths GCSE, would I need to retake and get a higher grade? Also, what is the minimum number of A-Levels required for Swedish university entrance, I've been told you need either 2 A-Levels or 4 AS-Levels, can anyone confirm this?
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I don't quite know how your GCSE's and A-levels work but I've translated this from the Swedish board of higher education's website. Education which includes at least 3 subjects in GCSE/IGCSE (General Certificate of Secondary Education/International General Certificate of Secondary Education) and at least 2 subjects in GCE A level (General Certificate, Advanced level), total of 5 subjects, will give basic qualification for university/college education in Sweden. Also other combinations of subjects in GCSE and GCE can give basic qualification: 2 A levels + 3 GCSE (5 different subjects) 1 A level + 2 AS levels + 3 GCSE (6 different subjects) 4 AS levels + 3 GCSE (7 different subjects) 3 A levels + 1 GCSE (4 different subjects) 2 A levels + 2 AS levels + 1 GCSE (5 different subjects) 1 A level + 4 AS levels + 1 GCSE (6 different subjects) I needed the Swedish equivalent of at least Maths grade C when I applied for uni, but I cannot say what is needed for international applicants, but I would guess that you need at least a C. I also found these contact details for questions about foreign grades The Admissions Office Stockholm University SE-106 91 Stockholm Sweden Phone: + 46 (0)8 16 49 89 (Tuesdays between 10.00 and 12.00) Fax: + 46 (0)8 16 13 97 E-mail: study@studadm.su.se
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Friday, December 28, 2012
Friday, December 14, 2012
What is a more exciting place: Sweden, Finland, or Norway?
What is a more exciting place: Sweden, Finland, or Norway?
I am trying to decide whether to go to Sweden or Norway for a student exchange and I've heard that there is less going on in Norway, but I wouldn't know.
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Finland is very popular amongst exchange students, at least there are lots and lots of them in the universities, so why not choose Finland as well!
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Norway is a great country for stuff to do i spent a lot of time there whilst backpacking, I found it more interesting than sweden. moreover i met some students from stockholm i all i got from them was a sense of negativity about sweden. I don't know about finland. Either way though they are all very expensive.
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I am trying to decide whether to go to Sweden or Norway for a student exchange and I've heard that there is less going on in Norway, but I wouldn't know.
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Finland is very popular amongst exchange students, at least there are lots and lots of them in the universities, so why not choose Finland as well!
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Norway is a great country for stuff to do i spent a lot of time there whilst backpacking, I found it more interesting than sweden. moreover i met some students from stockholm i all i got from them was a sense of negativity about sweden. I don't know about finland. Either way though they are all very expensive.
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Friday, December 7, 2012
What country would be best as an exchange student?
What country would be best as an exchange student?
My dad wants to send me to a foriegn country for a year with an an exchange program. He's letting me pick the country but I'm stuck between 3. Sweden, Ireland, and Germany. I'm fluent in German and English so I don't know if I'll be able to do Sweden even though most of them speak English. Money isn't an issue and I'm outgoing, curious and a straight A student. So which country should I go to if I'm excepted into a program.
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You should definitely go to Sweden, it is great! Everyone speaks English since they learn the language at an early age in school. There are many English speaking programs with exchange students in Sweden as well. It is a very clean, environmentally friendly country, and Swedes, especially in Malmo, and Gothenburg, located more south-west in Sweden are very nice people. There are tons of things for you to do while you are visiting. If you decided to go to Malmo make sure to go visit Denmark as well, which is located just across the Baltic Sea, or even more precisely, the strait called Öresund, that separates the Danish island Zealand from the southern Swedish province of Scania. You can visit Denmark, Copenhagen by taking a bridge called “Öresundsbronâ€, by either a car or the train. Here are some links for you, so that you can read more about Sweden and some of the above mentioned cities. I very much recommend for you to go visit Sweden… Sweden’s official website for tourism: http://www.visitsweden.com/sweden/ Cities South-East side of Sweden Malmo (3rd largest city): http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&tl=en&sl=sv&u=http%3A//www.malmo.se/ http://www.malmotown.com/en Gothenburg (2nd largest city): http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&tl=en&sl=sv&u=http%3A//www.goteborg.se/wps/portal Cities North-West side of Sweden Stockholm (Capital): http://international.stockholm.se/
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My dad wants to send me to a foriegn country for a year with an an exchange program. He's letting me pick the country but I'm stuck between 3. Sweden, Ireland, and Germany. I'm fluent in German and English so I don't know if I'll be able to do Sweden even though most of them speak English. Money isn't an issue and I'm outgoing, curious and a straight A student. So which country should I go to if I'm excepted into a program.
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You should definitely go to Sweden, it is great! Everyone speaks English since they learn the language at an early age in school. There are many English speaking programs with exchange students in Sweden as well. It is a very clean, environmentally friendly country, and Swedes, especially in Malmo, and Gothenburg, located more south-west in Sweden are very nice people. There are tons of things for you to do while you are visiting. If you decided to go to Malmo make sure to go visit Denmark as well, which is located just across the Baltic Sea, or even more precisely, the strait called Öresund, that separates the Danish island Zealand from the southern Swedish province of Scania. You can visit Denmark, Copenhagen by taking a bridge called “Öresundsbronâ€, by either a car or the train. Here are some links for you, so that you can read more about Sweden and some of the above mentioned cities. I very much recommend for you to go visit Sweden… Sweden’s official website for tourism: http://www.visitsweden.com/sweden/ Cities South-East side of Sweden Malmo (3rd largest city): http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&tl=en&sl=sv&u=http%3A//www.malmo.se/ http://www.malmotown.com/en Gothenburg (2nd largest city): http://translate.google.com/translate?hl=en&tl=en&sl=sv&u=http%3A//www.goteborg.se/wps/portal Cities North-West side of Sweden Stockholm (Capital): http://international.stockholm.se/
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Saturday, December 1, 2012
What are good laws to know if traveling to Sweden?
What are good laws to know if traveling to Sweden?
I plan to travel to Sweden at some point, (Was thinking about being a foreign exchange student there) and I was wondering if there are any laws that are helpful to know? I really don't want to get arrested for anything by accident just from not knowing that I am breaking the law, and I can't find any law books online :/
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don't say anything bad about ABBA
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Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Student moving to Lund, Sweden?
Student moving to Lund, Sweden?
I've been living in America most of my life but I'm half Swedish & I've traveled there many times. I speak it fluently and I dual citizenship. My dad is really trying to get me to move there this summer & attend Lund University. I was looking for some feedback from anyone who has lived/lives there. Is it hard for students to find jobs? Is it easy to make friends? Any feedback would be great. Tack :)
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Unfortunately you are a citizen, not a resident. This means that in the Fall of 2011 you will be paying international tuition fees because you have not been living there for the last three consecutive years, even if your father has. So you have a good amount of money to get a hold of, but if your father co-signs for you, you can get a Swedish loan. You speak Swedish, so finding a job will be easier, but you are still subject to the same poor economy that exists in the United States. Making friends has nothing to do with Sweden and everything to do with you, if you put forth the effort you will be fine, and you have an advantage in speaking the language. That is a great school, good luck!
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First of all: Amber Marie is wrong about tution fees, as you can see in the link below. Tuition and application fees are being introduced in Sweden, but all EU/EEA/Swiss citizens are exempt (Sweden is of course in the EU) irrespective of residency. Certain non-citizen residents (no three year rule, but other restrictions apply) are also exempt, but this is irrelevant to you. You DO NOT have to pay for tuition.
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I've been living in America most of my life but I'm half Swedish & I've traveled there many times. I speak it fluently and I dual citizenship. My dad is really trying to get me to move there this summer & attend Lund University. I was looking for some feedback from anyone who has lived/lives there. Is it hard for students to find jobs? Is it easy to make friends? Any feedback would be great. Tack :)
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Unfortunately you are a citizen, not a resident. This means that in the Fall of 2011 you will be paying international tuition fees because you have not been living there for the last three consecutive years, even if your father has. So you have a good amount of money to get a hold of, but if your father co-signs for you, you can get a Swedish loan. You speak Swedish, so finding a job will be easier, but you are still subject to the same poor economy that exists in the United States. Making friends has nothing to do with Sweden and everything to do with you, if you put forth the effort you will be fine, and you have an advantage in speaking the language. That is a great school, good luck!
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First of all: Amber Marie is wrong about tution fees, as you can see in the link below. Tuition and application fees are being introduced in Sweden, but all EU/EEA/Swiss citizens are exempt (Sweden is of course in the EU) irrespective of residency. Certain non-citizen residents (no three year rule, but other restrictions apply) are also exempt, but this is irrelevant to you. You DO NOT have to pay for tuition.
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Wednesday, November 14, 2012
What is the best (and cheapest) way to travel from Lund (Sweden) to Berlin (Germany)?
What is the best (and cheapest) way to travel from Lund (Sweden) to Berlin (Germany)?
Hi guys, I'm a student here in Lund in Sweden, and I'm thinking of a trip from Lund to Berlin in mid-Oct. Does anybody know how I should get there? Shall I go by train or by air? Any websites I should turn to for the traveling information? Thanks a lot. :)
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Walk!
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The cheapest way is to hitchhike, but you better plan on taking a few weeks travel time if you want to do that. The best way is to fly. Trains are usually delayed and you'll have to pay attention so you don't fall asleep and miss the station where you need to get on a connecting train or you'll be hopelessly lost. http://www.kayak.com lists flights for 68$ from Malmo to Berlin on October 15 (search on a few days before/after for possible better prices).
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Drive, it'll be fun.
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I grew up in Germany and I used to travel all the time. I would drive everywhere but I had my own car. Too expensive to rent a car, plus you don't really know where you're going. My best advice would be to take the train. Huge mode of transportation in Europe. Public transportion is great there. If you want to get there fast you can take the express Bahn (train). It's great and very fast. Good luck. Berlins gorgeous, you'll have a great time.
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You should try www.ryanair.de or www.airberlin.de to see if they fly to a location near you. There are a couple of other cheap airlines out there and all of them are recommendable. I flew RyanAir before (a couple of times) and really liked it. If you don´t have a cheap airline that operates close to you try the train. Or maybe there is a website for people who share rides in your area? Have you posted somewhere on your school or campus? Maybe someone else is going there at the same time and wants to split the cost for gas :-D Hope you get there cheap and have a good time!
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www.bahn.de is the website you want for checking the train schedule. Click on 'International Guests' if your English is better than your German. It's about 8 hrs from Lund to Berlin with one or two stops and with overnights available. Overnight on the train can be a good way to save money - the overnight changes in Copenhagen and then direct to Berlin. A big advantage of the train over flying is that you are in the city when you arrive. If you fly, you'll need to get your luggage and find transportation into Berlin. Another advantage of the train is time spent before the flight. You don't need to arrive at the train station an hour or two in advance, as you would at the airport.
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I have made that trip several times, if you don't have a lot of time fly, but I took the train, it goes right on the ferry and then off the ferry and on your way again, a really nice trip! Good Luck! From Lund you'll have to go to Malmo if you fly, or go to Danmark better idea and fly from there!
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Wednesday, November 7, 2012
Can Sweden accomodate a vegan diet?
Can Sweden accomodate a vegan diet?
I am going to Sweden as an exchange student. The only thing (minor) that is a concern is my vegan diet. Is it possible to be a vegan in Sweden? Do they have modern grocery stores and things of that nature?
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sweden is not a caveman civilization. you'll be just fine.
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Sweden is a modern first world country, with modern grocery stores, and plenty of vegan fare. Depending what city you're going to, you may have more or less luck with restaurants, but that's true in any country. Uppsala for instance, is a popular university town, and I know there are vegan restaurants there. And of course they can be found in the big cities. If you can read Swedish already, this will be helpful: http://www.vegan.se/
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I am going to Sweden as an exchange student. The only thing (minor) that is a concern is my vegan diet. Is it possible to be a vegan in Sweden? Do they have modern grocery stores and things of that nature?
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sweden is not a caveman civilization. you'll be just fine.
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Sweden is a modern first world country, with modern grocery stores, and plenty of vegan fare. Depending what city you're going to, you may have more or less luck with restaurants, but that's true in any country. Uppsala for instance, is a popular university town, and I know there are vegan restaurants there. And of course they can be found in the big cities. If you can read Swedish already, this will be helpful: http://www.vegan.se/
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Thursday, November 1, 2012
what is the major intake for studying in Sweden?
what is the major intake for studying in Sweden?
I am a student from India. I wish to pursue my Bachelor degree from sweden, as it's quality is good and that too at free (no tuition fee). I know, Swedish Universities have three intakes in a Year, Spring, Summer and Autumn. So for a Bachelor degree which is a Major intake of all these? Kindly answer.
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Autumn is when most people start universities in Sweden or August to be exact. And I'm sorry to inform you that Sweden will start to charge tuition fees for international students from next year.
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It depends on what you are going to study. All programs start either in the fall or the spring and only loose courses start in the summer. For mor information visit https://www.studera.nu/studera/241.html
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I am a student from India. I wish to pursue my Bachelor degree from sweden, as it's quality is good and that too at free (no tuition fee). I know, Swedish Universities have three intakes in a Year, Spring, Summer and Autumn. So for a Bachelor degree which is a Major intake of all these? Kindly answer.
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Autumn is when most people start universities in Sweden or August to be exact. And I'm sorry to inform you that Sweden will start to charge tuition fees for international students from next year.
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It depends on what you are going to study. All programs start either in the fall or the spring and only loose courses start in the summer. For mor information visit https://www.studera.nu/studera/241.html
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
which would be the cost effect mode of traveling to sweden from czech republic?
which would be the cost effect mode of traveling to sweden from czech republic?
hello, I am international student and planing to go sweden soon from czech republic and looking for low cost and safe ways of traveling to get to sweden. bus or train or plane which would be best. Kindly suggest. Thanks
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If booked early enough flying will be the best. If you left booking too late, try coach. Train will also not have much cheap seats left if close to the travel date. For plane tickets use a comparison site, this is a good one but there are more: http://www.skyscanner.net/ Coach: http://www.eurolines.com/ For train times: http://reiseauskunft.bahn.de/bin/query2.exe/en?ld=9643&seqnr=3&ident=3h.01691443.1310900901&rt=1&rememberSortType=minDeparture&changeRequestProperties&HWAI=~CONNECTION;~GLOBALAPPLICATION
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hello, I am international student and planing to go sweden soon from czech republic and looking for low cost and safe ways of traveling to get to sweden. bus or train or plane which would be best. Kindly suggest. Thanks
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If booked early enough flying will be the best. If you left booking too late, try coach. Train will also not have much cheap seats left if close to the travel date. For plane tickets use a comparison site, this is a good one but there are more: http://www.skyscanner.net/ Coach: http://www.eurolines.com/ For train times: http://reiseauskunft.bahn.de/bin/query2.exe/en?ld=9643&seqnr=3&ident=3h.01691443.1310900901&rt=1&rememberSortType=minDeparture&changeRequestProperties&HWAI=~CONNECTION;~GLOBALAPPLICATION
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
Is University is free for internalional students in Norway, Sweden or Finland?
Is University is free for internalional students in Norway, Sweden or Finland?
I read this on a different country's YahooAnswers, and I didn't believe it for a second. Is it too good to be true? Or is it half true? Or is it completely false? Thanks for your help.
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Yes, it is true but the classes are in the language of the country. I have heard that you have to pay for classes in English.
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It is true, but you must do your coursework in the local language, so you need to be fluent. And in addition, you must pay for room and board - it's just tuition that is free. Know that your home country's financial aid won't follow you if you do your degree overseas, so you'd need to come up with the room and board money on your own, before you started school each term.
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Sweden will start charging tuition in the Fall of 2011. Norway and Finland, also Iceland, do not charge, but they hardly teach anything in English at the Bachelors level. They all three have a good number of Masters degrees that are taught in English though, and the number is growing. So if you are looking for graduate schools you may be able to find something there, but not at the undergrad level.
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I read this on a different country's YahooAnswers, and I didn't believe it for a second. Is it too good to be true? Or is it half true? Or is it completely false? Thanks for your help.
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Yes, it is true but the classes are in the language of the country. I have heard that you have to pay for classes in English.
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It is true, but you must do your coursework in the local language, so you need to be fluent. And in addition, you must pay for room and board - it's just tuition that is free. Know that your home country's financial aid won't follow you if you do your degree overseas, so you'd need to come up with the room and board money on your own, before you started school each term.
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Sweden will start charging tuition in the Fall of 2011. Norway and Finland, also Iceland, do not charge, but they hardly teach anything in English at the Bachelors level. They all three have a good number of Masters degrees that are taught in English though, and the number is growing. So if you are looking for graduate schools you may be able to find something there, but not at the undergrad level.
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Sunday, October 7, 2012
How are the job opportunities in Sweden for a MS graduate in Biotechnology from any university in Sweden?
How are the job opportunities in Sweden for a MS graduate in Biotechnology from any university in Sweden?
I am a M.Sc Biotechnology student from India and I am interested in doing a MS program in my field in Sweden. I would like to know about the job opportunities at Sweden once I get my MS degree.
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Not sure about your field, but Sweden in general has a bad reputation when it comes to hiring immigrants. Especially if you have no grasp of the Swedish language. My husband is from Sweden, and we had contemplated moving there but the unemployment rate, and the bad rate of hiring immigrants made us change our minds. It is almost impossible to get a job there without knowing svenska.
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I am a M.Sc Biotechnology student from India and I am interested in doing a MS program in my field in Sweden. I would like to know about the job opportunities at Sweden once I get my MS degree.
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Not sure about your field, but Sweden in general has a bad reputation when it comes to hiring immigrants. Especially if you have no grasp of the Swedish language. My husband is from Sweden, and we had contemplated moving there but the unemployment rate, and the bad rate of hiring immigrants made us change our minds. It is almost impossible to get a job there without knowing svenska.
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Monday, October 1, 2012
Where can I look for an apartment in Stockholm, Sweden?
Where can I look for an apartment in Stockholm, Sweden?
I am a student who may be going to stockholm, Sweden to study. I want to get an understanding of the types of apartments available to me and the cost. I also want to potentially start looking for an apartment. Where can I find one? Is there a website I browse for apartments close to Stockholm University? Any information is welcomed. Also I wouldn't mind contacting someone by email to ask questions about studying and living in Sweden. If you are willing to answer my questions please leave your email below. I appreciate any help. Thanks!
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You should start with SSSB, which have studio apartments for students around Stockholm. Get in the queue now though, the waiting list is months long (and years for the city center). It should say something that you have to log on every 3 months to keep your place in line. The apartments they offer are usually much cheaper than non-student apartments. http://www.sssb.se/index.php?page=home_eng If you'll be an exchange student, you can apply to Kista Apartments: http://www.kistastudentbostader.se/?lang=_en There are a couple more sites with student apartments, but only in Swedish: http://www.svenskabostader.se/ http://www.proventum.se/ The housing situation in Stockholm is very difficult for renters because there are more people living there than there are apartments to rent. You'll need an apartment until your place in line comes up though. First-hand contracts are extremely difficult to get, the waiting list in the city center is over 10 years long and up to a year in the suburbs. Competition is high on 2nd-hand contracts too, and you can't expect to get a rental near the university until you get a student apartment (which is ok, because public transport is quick and very good). But here are a few sites for 2nd-hand rentals.. 1:a/etta is a studio, rum is a room in shared housing and 2:a is a one-bedroom. Google Translate gives a readable translation. http://www.blocket.se/stockholm?q=&cg=3020&w=1&st=u&mre=&ros=&roe=&ss=&se=&ca=11&md=th http://www.andrahand.se/ You have to pay a fee to use BostadDirekt, but many people have said it's the quickest way to a 2nd-hand rental, with fewer "black market" deals. http://www.bostaddirekt.com/ I'll answer your questions, just email me through my profile.
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Friday, September 28, 2012
Is Sweden a Good Earning Place?
Is Sweden a Good Earning Place?
Well I'm planning to go to Sweden on a student visa but i would love to work and save money for my Future. So is sweden this kind of place i mean can i do this. Please advise.
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By and large, students can't work. And you can't usually extend a student visa into a work visa. And Sweden has that "cradle to grave" philosophy, so, taxes through the roof! But, if you can get in, then it's a good place to live for your entire life...cause of that socialist philosophy.
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Well I'm planning to go to Sweden on a student visa but i would love to work and save money for my Future. So is sweden this kind of place i mean can i do this. Please advise.
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By and large, students can't work. And you can't usually extend a student visa into a work visa. And Sweden has that "cradle to grave" philosophy, so, taxes through the roof! But, if you can get in, then it's a good place to live for your entire life...cause of that socialist philosophy.
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Friday, September 14, 2012
Is there a VISA for the spouse of a foreign student?
Is there a VISA for the spouse of a foreign student?
My husband is an Italian citizen, and I am American. He wants to go to a University abroad, perhaps in Sweden or Switzerland. He can obtain a student VISA, but is there any way I can move there briefly with him on some VISA other than a tourist VISA? We would likely stay there for 2-4 years, and it is not worth trying to get a permanent residency for such a short time.
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This is not possible. He is only in the country on a tourist visa, which gives him no abilities to file for someones status to stay there with him. You have no option but a visitor visa. While youre there, you could look for a job and hope that a company would sponsor you to stay.
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I can't say for sure, but my guess would be it depends on the immigration laws of the country, so Sweden and Switzerland would have different visa categories/options. I'd think your best bet would be to search the government immigration sites for the country he wants to go to school in.
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Not a visa as such. If he studies in another EEA country, then you can apply for an EEA family residence card. This allows you to live and work in the same country as your spouse as long as it is not Italy. If you wanted to live with him in Italy, you would be subject to Italian immigration law, not EU law. http://www.historic-uk.com/StayUK/CastleHotels.htm
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It's fairly simple in Sweden - as an Italian(=EU) citizen, your husband won't need to acquire a specific student visa to study in Sweden, but he WILL have to register as a resident within 3 months of arriving in Sweden. Presumably, he can stop studying and start working at any time. He won't need a work permit to work, and registering as a resident (compulsory) is a simpler process and not the same as applying for permanent residency. He can register online at the Swedish Migration board web site (link below) or by post or at a Migration board office in Sweden. Family members who are non-EU citizens are fully entitled to settle and work in Sweden, too, but they WILL have to apply for a residence card, again within 3 months of arriving in Sweden. NB as a US citizen, you won't need a visa to enter Sweden, just a valid US passport. You'll need to apply for your residence card by post or at a Migration board office. It looks like you will need to cut through a little red tape, after all, although registering as residents is a different and simpler process than registering for permanent residency, and there's no need to do anything before landing in Sweden. Further details in English are at the Swedish Migration board web site, link below. I have no idea what the rules are for Switzerland - it's not an EU country, so I imagine it's harder to settle there legally if you're not a Swiss citizen.
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Friday, September 7, 2012
What is it like to host a foreign exchange high school student?
What is it like to host a foreign exchange high school student?
My family is hosting a foreign exchange student my age this year (: he is 17 from Sweden. What should I expect? Are they usually nice?
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How wonderful that you are opening your home to someone new. Thank you! My husband and I have hosted 6 exchange students (our 7th arrives in 19days) long term (4 for 10-11mos each, 1 for 7mos, 1 for 5mos) and have had a few others as guests short term. You didn't mention how long the boy will be in your home, but most of what I have to say will apply regardless of the length of stay. For the first couple of days, you can expect him to be totally lost -- he will have spent around 24hrs or more just in traveling and will be jetlagged. After that, you should expect him to want to become a part of your family (that means different things to different people) and to work on becoming integrated in school and other activities. It would be great if you could show him around the school and introduce him to some people who could become friends, but if he's here for a long term program, after a few weeks he should start to build his own circle of friends. His English will likely be very good, but not perfect. He will also likely have been taught British English. All of the Swedish students I have met have been nice and pretty "laid-back". The time together will be the adventure of a lifetime for him, and should be a great time for you. Your screen name on here suggests that you are a girl. Please don't expect him to become your boyfriend (believe it or not, there are some girls with that objective :) - I'm not accusing, just commenting), just a brother. My biggest piece of advice to you and your family is to treat him as much as a part of the family as is possible and to keep in communication with his exchange program. I hope this helps. Feel free to email me with more questions.
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My family is hosting a foreign exchange student my age this year (: he is 17 from Sweden. What should I expect? Are they usually nice?
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How wonderful that you are opening your home to someone new. Thank you! My husband and I have hosted 6 exchange students (our 7th arrives in 19days) long term (4 for 10-11mos each, 1 for 7mos, 1 for 5mos) and have had a few others as guests short term. You didn't mention how long the boy will be in your home, but most of what I have to say will apply regardless of the length of stay. For the first couple of days, you can expect him to be totally lost -- he will have spent around 24hrs or more just in traveling and will be jetlagged. After that, you should expect him to want to become a part of your family (that means different things to different people) and to work on becoming integrated in school and other activities. It would be great if you could show him around the school and introduce him to some people who could become friends, but if he's here for a long term program, after a few weeks he should start to build his own circle of friends. His English will likely be very good, but not perfect. He will also likely have been taught British English. All of the Swedish students I have met have been nice and pretty "laid-back". The time together will be the adventure of a lifetime for him, and should be a great time for you. Your screen name on here suggests that you are a girl. Please don't expect him to become your boyfriend (believe it or not, there are some girls with that objective :) - I'm not accusing, just commenting), just a brother. My biggest piece of advice to you and your family is to treat him as much as a part of the family as is possible and to keep in communication with his exchange program. I hope this helps. Feel free to email me with more questions.
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Saturday, September 1, 2012
How can I become a foreign exchange student?
How can I become a foreign exchange student?
I am a high school student, going into 10th grade. I live in America and would like to travel to either England, Australia, Canada, or possibly Sweden in 2011 or 2012. I am an overall good student, and would like to spend a semester in another country. I'm trying to look into it but there are so many programs and they can be confusing. Also, I don't know which ones to trust. Which would be the cheapest option, and how would I go about getting started, and getting information? Help!
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The best orgs are the big three - AFS, YFU, and Rotary.
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Going on exchange is an amazing experience! I applaud your interest in it. YFU (Youth For Understanding), AFS, and Rotary are frequently called "the big 3" when it comes to exchanges - long histories and good reputations, although a few others are making their way up that list. Please forgive my bias towards YFU - it's the one that I have direct experience with (I am a 5-time host mom and volunteer). I am gaining indirect experience by corresponding with former students. When I have asked exchange students why they chose YFU, I get the following answers: (1) YFU gave them more bang for their buck and/or (2) someone they knew and trusted recommended YFU. 95% of the fees collected by YFU go for direct program costs (airline tickets, support in hosting country, etc.). YFU has been around for almost 60 years and has learned how to make exchanges successful. If you choose another organization, please make sure that it is is listed with the Council for Standards on International Educational Travel (csiet.org). They routinely audit programs for quality. While it is possible that a good organization is not listed with them, it is less likely and I would advise doing more research on anyone that is not listed with them. Also be careful about choosing the "cheapest" - choosing the exchange organization should look at all of the factors - not just price. I encourage you to check out the links below, especially the one that gives contact information for former YFU students. Good luck to you no matter what you choose!!
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Tuesday, August 28, 2012
Student study abroad in Norway/Sweden!?
Student study abroad in Norway/Sweden!?
i am a sophomore in highschool in pennsylvania, and i was just wondering what the best route in spending a year abroad in norway/sweden and possibly finland is? i have looked into almost all of the programs and have found the cheapest to be the rotary club (if i get the scholorship). i would love to travel through afs or a nationally known program, but whatever works. Also, if someone has studied abroad in any of those countries if they have any tips let me know!(:
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I live in Sweden don't you dare even come here it is the most boring place in the world.
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Tuesday, August 14, 2012
Is it normal to say puss and send hearts to friends of the opposite sex in sweden?
Is it normal to say puss and send hearts to friends of the opposite sex in sweden?
I am from America and my boyfriend is from Sweden. (We met while he was a foreign exchange student here). He has recently moved back, and I found conversations between him and his 'best girl friend' from throughout his time here that all have "puss" (kiss) and hearts on the end of every message. They also talk about how much they miss each other. In America, I do not consider that to just be normal friendship conversation. Is this just a culture difference?
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I would definitely call it a cultural difference - 'puss' is like a peck, not a proper kiss. I wouldn't raise my eyebrows over the hearts either. I know my daughter (she's 24) would write similar things to her best male friends, even if they aren't proper dating boyfriends. I wouldn't fret over that. However, if you haven't discussed the future of your relationship, now is the time to do it! Are you expecting to maintain a long-distance relationship? In my experience, they rarely work, and the man is usually the first to let go. I'm sorry to say this, but I'd expect him to eventually find someone new in Sweden. Sorry to be so pessimistic.
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I am from America and my boyfriend is from Sweden. (We met while he was a foreign exchange student here). He has recently moved back, and I found conversations between him and his 'best girl friend' from throughout his time here that all have "puss" (kiss) and hearts on the end of every message. They also talk about how much they miss each other. In America, I do not consider that to just be normal friendship conversation. Is this just a culture difference?
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I would definitely call it a cultural difference - 'puss' is like a peck, not a proper kiss. I wouldn't raise my eyebrows over the hearts either. I know my daughter (she's 24) would write similar things to her best male friends, even if they aren't proper dating boyfriends. I wouldn't fret over that. However, if you haven't discussed the future of your relationship, now is the time to do it! Are you expecting to maintain a long-distance relationship? In my experience, they rarely work, and the man is usually the first to let go. I'm sorry to say this, but I'd expect him to eventually find someone new in Sweden. Sorry to be so pessimistic.
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Tuesday, August 7, 2012
What does it take for Americans to get a free education in Sweden?
What does it take for Americans to get a free education in Sweden?
How hard is it to get into a school in Sweden for free as an American? To get a student visa? Once youre accepted, how much will it cost per month? Can americans find jobs to get while over there?
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For free? what do you mean? University? I doubt you can go to school for free. That's for Swedish citizens or if you're a permanent resident. For you to be able to work. That will be another issue. You'll need to obtain a work visa. It will be very difficult b/c they only hand out a work visa for a foreigner who can provide a skill or trade that the average citizen can not do provide here or if you're a refugee/which i doubt you are. You can come as an exchange student of course and come here for a couple of months or a year but you'll have to do that out of your own pocket. If your mom or dad is swedish or a grandparent than maybe you can obtain citizenship.
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First of all, you'd need to be accepted into a university in 2010. Sweden currently has no tuition even for foreign students, but this is set to change in the beginning of 2011. Students from outside the EU will be charged tuition unless they've started their studies before then. Fees aren't set yet, but the figures quoted are around $10,000 per year. To be accepted at undergraduate level, you have to prove your Swedish fluency skills with a test called the TISUS. You also need to show that you've had at least a year of higher education after high school. There are Master's/PhD programs available in English that don't have the language requirements. To get a study permit, you have to show you have the funds to support yourself (living costs) while in Sweden. The amount you have to show, before you can be issued a permit, is 73.000 SEK per 10 months (1 year of studying). This is currently about $10,000. It is very hard to find a job in Sweden unless you are fluent in the language, and preferably already educated/experienced. Student type jobs have a lot of competition, and most people already speak at least English and Swedish so they have an advantage. You can't count on finding work to help with living costs while studying there. Otherwise, if you go on a work or relationship permit, you are eligible to study without paying tuition after a couple of years. This is also the case if you have citizenship with an EU or Nordic country. http://migrationsverket.se http://studyinsweden.se Norway has no plans to start charging tuition fees for foreigners. However, the cost of living here is even higher than in Sweden. You also still need to pass the language exam for undergraduate studies, which is (in my opinion) more difficult than the Swedish one due to a huge difference in dialects from city to city.
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How hard is it to get into a school in Sweden for free as an American? To get a student visa? Once youre accepted, how much will it cost per month? Can americans find jobs to get while over there?
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For free? what do you mean? University? I doubt you can go to school for free. That's for Swedish citizens or if you're a permanent resident. For you to be able to work. That will be another issue. You'll need to obtain a work visa. It will be very difficult b/c they only hand out a work visa for a foreigner who can provide a skill or trade that the average citizen can not do provide here or if you're a refugee/which i doubt you are. You can come as an exchange student of course and come here for a couple of months or a year but you'll have to do that out of your own pocket. If your mom or dad is swedish or a grandparent than maybe you can obtain citizenship.
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First of all, you'd need to be accepted into a university in 2010. Sweden currently has no tuition even for foreign students, but this is set to change in the beginning of 2011. Students from outside the EU will be charged tuition unless they've started their studies before then. Fees aren't set yet, but the figures quoted are around $10,000 per year. To be accepted at undergraduate level, you have to prove your Swedish fluency skills with a test called the TISUS. You also need to show that you've had at least a year of higher education after high school. There are Master's/PhD programs available in English that don't have the language requirements. To get a study permit, you have to show you have the funds to support yourself (living costs) while in Sweden. The amount you have to show, before you can be issued a permit, is 73.000 SEK per 10 months (1 year of studying). This is currently about $10,000. It is very hard to find a job in Sweden unless you are fluent in the language, and preferably already educated/experienced. Student type jobs have a lot of competition, and most people already speak at least English and Swedish so they have an advantage. You can't count on finding work to help with living costs while studying there. Otherwise, if you go on a work or relationship permit, you are eligible to study without paying tuition after a couple of years. This is also the case if you have citizenship with an EU or Nordic country. http://migrationsverket.se http://studyinsweden.se Norway has no plans to start charging tuition fees for foreigners. However, the cost of living here is even higher than in Sweden. You also still need to pass the language exam for undergraduate studies, which is (in my opinion) more difficult than the Swedish one due to a huge difference in dialects from city to city.
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Wednesday, August 1, 2012
how can i become a foreign exchange student?
how can i become a foreign exchange student?
i am 16 years old and live in the united states, i'd like to be a foreign exchange student in england, france, norway, or sweden. how can i do this?
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uhm there are programs available like Rotary, AFS, YFU and such...just look for study abroad programs and I'm sure you'll find one that suits you...Don't forget to talk to your guidance counselor about getting credit in order to graduate...
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yfu.org. if i remember correctly they have FULL scholarships to sweden. it requires like 3 essays and some paperwork. i went to japan with YFU and it was awsome!
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First, you should just make a search here on YA! Several of us have answered this question EXTENSIVELY many, many times already! In general, however, you must apply to an exchange organization. The top three are AFS, YFU and Rotary. It's recommended that you go to a country where you will be working on language immersion -- one of the primary benefits of an exchange and one that will work for you the best in the future. You need to be careful about requesting France. There is a language requirement there (as well as the French speaking portions of Switzerland and Belgium) -- two years of high school French. You can go to the websites listed below for the three organizations and/or ask your high school counselor for a local contact. You then apply and go through an interview process. Rotary is the least expensive, but the most competitive. Good luck! http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx
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i am 16 years old and live in the united states, i'd like to be a foreign exchange student in england, france, norway, or sweden. how can i do this?
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uhm there are programs available like Rotary, AFS, YFU and such...just look for study abroad programs and I'm sure you'll find one that suits you...Don't forget to talk to your guidance counselor about getting credit in order to graduate...
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yfu.org. if i remember correctly they have FULL scholarships to sweden. it requires like 3 essays and some paperwork. i went to japan with YFU and it was awsome!
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First, you should just make a search here on YA! Several of us have answered this question EXTENSIVELY many, many times already! In general, however, you must apply to an exchange organization. The top three are AFS, YFU and Rotary. It's recommended that you go to a country where you will be working on language immersion -- one of the primary benefits of an exchange and one that will work for you the best in the future. You need to be careful about requesting France. There is a language requirement there (as well as the French speaking portions of Switzerland and Belgium) -- two years of high school French. You can go to the websites listed below for the three organizations and/or ask your high school counselor for a local contact. You then apply and go through an interview process. Rotary is the least expensive, but the most competitive. Good luck! http://www.yfu.org/ http://www.afs.org/afs_or/home http://www.rotary.org/en/StudentsAndYouth/youthprograms/RotaryYouthExchange/Pages/ridefault.aspx
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Saturday, July 28, 2012
What are the different reputations of the student nations at Uppsala University?
What are the different reputations of the student nations at Uppsala University?
I'm going to be studying abroad in Uppsala, Sweden in a month, and know that joining a student nation is obligatory. Trying to think ahead, does anybody have any basic information (such as personal perspective) as to what any of the nations are like -- or any ideas suggesting which to join?
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Membership in a student nation is no longer compulsory. You can a nation at any time during your studies, so there is no hurry. Which nation you eventually join, if any, is not that important a decision, as most events are open to members of any nation.
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Saturday, July 14, 2012
how much cost for study visa in Sweden from Pakistan?
how much cost for study visa in Sweden from Pakistan?
i want to do MBA in sweden (free education) i dont know the consultant process. thay are fakes. kindly tell me that how much visa and living cost in sweden and is it easy for a pakistani student to survive in Sweden. it's my future problem answer me soon.waiting.Aqeel SherGill.
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The days of free education for foreign student in Sweden are over. Sweden Norway and Finland. From 2010, Sweden will charge non-EU students between $5,000-13,000 US Dollars for one term Lars Leijonborg Swedish Minister of Education], argued for the motion, saying that there was no viable reason why foreign students who are prepared to pay American or British universities do not have to pay for a Swedish education. It cost 1 000 kr to get Swedish student visa. By the way International students are not allowed to work part/full time while in Sweden
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Saturday, July 7, 2012
Is it possible to get part time jobs in Sweden to finance my stay while studying?
Is it possible to get part time jobs in Sweden to finance my stay while studying?
I have given a place at Blekinge Institute of Technology in Karlskrona, Sweden for studying EEE. I am an International student and cannot speak Swedish. I am hoping to get replies.
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No. First of all they do not like to give international student much in the way of work legally. You are there to study. All schools write in their handbook that you cannot depend on working there to finance your studies or living expenses. Also, because you do not speak the national language of the country, if the government does grant you work time on your VISA you would not be able to actually find a job. This is the problem with moving to a place where you do not speak the language.
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I have to agree with Amber Marie that the fundamental answer is no. As a full-time University student, you do not need a work permit to work, according to the Swedish Migration board. However: If you are on any type of grant or student loan, their conditions may rule out working. Also, your studies will be demanding enough and you'll need all your available energy to keep up with your studies. Working 10 hours/week or less might be feasible, but that won't finance your stay, it will only give you some extra pocket money. In addition, Karlskrona is a small place and there aren't that many jobs available. Kitchen work, office cleaning or newspaper deliveries are typically the types of jobs that don't require you to be fluent in Swedish, but you will need to learn some basic Swedish to apply even for those kinds of jobs. To cut a long story short, you can't count on working to finance your studies/living expenses, but you might eventually be able to get some extra pocket money.
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Sunday, July 1, 2012
Student housing and accommodation in Sweden for couples?
Student housing and accommodation in Sweden for couples?
Me and my girlfriend have decided to go to study for master's degree in Sweden and my brother and his wife has decided to come along for studying as well. All of us have chosen Dalarma University and all of us are going there together (same date). We checked the housing websites such as www.tunabyggen.se which offer housing information for Dalarma students, however, There are no relevant information on housing for couples! Now here is my question, is it possible to rent a 2 bedroom house which both of those rooms are 2 beds?(for couples) or is there any way that 2 couples can get a house for only 4 of them? to put it simple, is there a chance that we could find an apartment that only 4 of us could live in, if so how much would be the rent????
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It will be much easier to find an apartment. You can get the rooms you need but it will not likely be furnished. You can buy the separate beds easily in Sweden and for a good price. Your rent will vary depending on the city and place you choose. Apartments are very easy to find. The one difference you must pay attention to in Sweden is that you must not get a payment mark (miss or have a late payment). If you do this you will have a difficult time finding another place to live in the future.
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Me and my girlfriend have decided to go to study for master's degree in Sweden and my brother and his wife has decided to come along for studying as well. All of us have chosen Dalarma University and all of us are going there together (same date). We checked the housing websites such as www.tunabyggen.se which offer housing information for Dalarma students, however, There are no relevant information on housing for couples! Now here is my question, is it possible to rent a 2 bedroom house which both of those rooms are 2 beds?(for couples) or is there any way that 2 couples can get a house for only 4 of them? to put it simple, is there a chance that we could find an apartment that only 4 of us could live in, if so how much would be the rent????
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It will be much easier to find an apartment. You can get the rooms you need but it will not likely be furnished. You can buy the separate beds easily in Sweden and for a good price. Your rent will vary depending on the city and place you choose. Apartments are very easy to find. The one difference you must pay attention to in Sweden is that you must not get a payment mark (miss or have a late payment). If you do this you will have a difficult time finding another place to live in the future.
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Thursday, June 28, 2012
Being a college exchange student information?
Being a college exchange student information?
Place I can get good information on what it's like/how to apply to be an exchange student? I'm a US citizen, but I want to be an exchange student and go to college in Sweden. Would my degree be valid in the US if I did so? If I went to college in Sweden, could I do my medical school stuff here in the US?
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You'll need to check with the U.S. institution that you're enrolled at. Most exchange programs operate like this: you enroll at a U.S. college, then you apply to study abroad. If you're accepted, you'll spend a period of time (usually a semester or a year) at an institution that has an agreement with the U.S. school that they will accept each other's class credits. This will let you spend time studying overseas while still working toward the degree from your school in the States. There are several different organizations that link up schools in the U.S. and other countries, and where you will be able to apply to study abroad will depend on which of these organizations (if any) your college is a member of. One of these organizations is the National Student Exchange (the one that I'm most familiar with). The school I did my undergraduate coursework at was a member of NSE, and I looked into studying abroad for a semester, though I finally decided not to. If you're already enrolled at a college, check and see if they are a member of such an organization. You can also check out NSE's website, www.nse.org, to find out which schools in which countries are members.
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Place I can get good information on what it's like/how to apply to be an exchange student? I'm a US citizen, but I want to be an exchange student and go to college in Sweden. Would my degree be valid in the US if I did so? If I went to college in Sweden, could I do my medical school stuff here in the US?
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You'll need to check with the U.S. institution that you're enrolled at. Most exchange programs operate like this: you enroll at a U.S. college, then you apply to study abroad. If you're accepted, you'll spend a period of time (usually a semester or a year) at an institution that has an agreement with the U.S. school that they will accept each other's class credits. This will let you spend time studying overseas while still working toward the degree from your school in the States. There are several different organizations that link up schools in the U.S. and other countries, and where you will be able to apply to study abroad will depend on which of these organizations (if any) your college is a member of. One of these organizations is the National Student Exchange (the one that I'm most familiar with). The school I did my undergraduate coursework at was a member of NSE, and I looked into studying abroad for a semester, though I finally decided not to. If you're already enrolled at a college, check and see if they are a member of such an organization. You can also check out NSE's website, www.nse.org, to find out which schools in which countries are members.
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Foreign exchange student information please?
Foreign exchange student information please?
I want to be a foreign exchange student to sweden for a year for either when I graduate high school or a semester in high school or something... I don't want to stay with a host family though, I want to stay with my aunt and uncle in their house. Is that possible for me to do? And does anyone have any more information on it?
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Many exchange organizations will let you do what's called a Direct Placement. IF your relatives qualify (with the organization and with the rules set up by the government (some won't allow exchange students to stay with close relatives)) as a host family and IF their school will accept you, then you should be able to be placed with them. I would recommend your aunt and uncle looking into if they would be allowed to host you before you continue. Good luck to you!
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yes it is, I know a few exchange students who have done it. You must obtain a student visa. To do this you must be enrolled in either high school, college, or a language course. Contact the Swedish embassy for more information. As long as you can prove that you can support yourself and are in Sweden to learn, you should have no problems.
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Thursday, June 14, 2012
work permit in sweden for students?
work permit in sweden for students?
hi , I am a student of stockholm university , my home country is India. I am holding a student visa for 2 years and as per law here I can work part-time / fulltime. I got a job but my employeers are asking me to provide appropriate documents to show that I have work permit . what document I can show to them?
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I would show them the documents you have; student visa, passport with stamp in it etc. Or just ask them exactly what they need and if you don't have a paper like that tell them that, but your student visa should be sufficient for them.
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hi , I am a student of stockholm university , my home country is India. I am holding a student visa for 2 years and as per law here I can work part-time / fulltime. I got a job but my employeers are asking me to provide appropriate documents to show that I have work permit . what document I can show to them?
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I would show them the documents you have; student visa, passport with stamp in it etc. Or just ask them exactly what they need and if you don't have a paper like that tell them that, but your student visa should be sufficient for them.
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Thursday, June 7, 2012
How difficult is finding job for international student who doesn't speak Swedish while he is studying?
How difficult is finding job for international student who doesn't speak Swedish while he is studying?
I might study in Sweden...but I just found out that finding job in Sweden is very difficult for international student who doesn't speak Swedish... If anybody knows plz tell me about how much Swedish knowledge is necessary in order to get a job!
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they speak both swedish and german. both fluently, i'd imagine difficult. but english knowledge is good too.
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i'massuming it would be very hard. good luck
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Friday, June 1, 2012
Netherlands, Sweden, OR Denmark for Student Exchange (please help, 10 pts)?
Netherlands, Sweden, OR Denmark for Student Exchange (please help, 10 pts)?
Can't decide, and need to decide soon. Netherlands - Amsterdam Uni Denmark - Aarhus Uni Sweden - Lund Uni I'm from Canada, and would've loved to go to England, but I felt like I needed to go experience somewhere a bit more different. Where would you pick based on: * Nightlife / Social Life / Friendliness of the people * Costs * Quality of school (IF you know) THANKS
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go to sweden i believe their education is very cheap because of some law they have.. (i read this in the "study in canada/study abroad book) (soryr to be vague.i cant remember) -you should get the study incanada/study abroad magazine -I think swedden is going to be the most friendly.. not to mention its a beautiful country!!!! -anyway if i were you i would focus on the school's reputation and the costs.. you can have amazing night life anywhere.. really; but if you would focus on that then pick (amsterdam) I hope you have great time and be safe there
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Monday, May 28, 2012
Free College in Sweden for Americans?
Free College in Sweden for Americans?
I'm planning on doing my senior year of high school abroad as a foreign exchange student in Sweden. Recently, my mom met someone that has lived in Sweden for a while and she mentioned something I found extremely interesting. She said that there are colleges in Sweden that want to immerse American culture so much that they offer free schooling for American students. Is this true? For all schools or selective schools? Which ones should I be looking at?
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This is not entirely true. There are no special provisions for Americans, but tuition has been free for everyone. From autumn 2011 foreign students will be charged tuition fees. Most Swedish universities (and university colleges) are owned by the state, while a few are state supported non profit institutions. Tuition has for a long time been almost entirely financed by taxes. The number of foreign students has been relatively low, in part due to the need to learn Swedish, but there has been an increase the last few years. Having a number of foreign students has been seen as beneficial for the universities. This policy will now change. Citizens of the European Union (of which Sweden is part), Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland as well as certain non-citizen residents will still not be charged. For students from other countries universities are to charge the actual cost; no exact amounts have so far been mentioned. For these students there will also be an application fee. There will be SEK 60 millions (USD 8.3 millions) a year in grants to finance tuition for talented foreign student, as well as SEK 30 millions for tuition and cost of living for students from certain developing countries. Details are to be announced later.
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Monday, May 14, 2012
Does the Exchange Students are allowed to get jobs in Sweden?
Does the Exchange Students are allowed to get jobs in Sweden?
There is a Masters program in Software Engineering I wish to join, in which I study first year in India and second year in Sweden. I was wondering if after completing the course, will I be allowed to work in Sweden? Does the employers take exchange students? Also if you know anything about Blekinge Institute of Technology, Sweden, about its reputation, quality etc please give information.
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Ppl on student visas are allowed to work 20 hours a week. There might be some difficulty to get a job though since you don't speak Swedish but there are companies that takes in foreigners, ask ppl at the university, they'll be sure to know since you far from the only one who comes here.. sigh.. and we pay for it.. anyway they know where you should turn. Never heard of that university but it's probably really good.
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Monday, May 7, 2012
where should I study abroad: Sweden or Spain?
where should I study abroad: Sweden or Spain?
If I go to Sweden I will be in Laud from January to mid may and If I go to Spain it would be in Madrid. I speak Spanish but not Swedish. They are almost the same price. Sweden- student housing. Spain- Home Stay
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spain. but why madrid? barcelona's the happening place right now. it's also been a mecca for tech conventions. altho it has become a bit crowded.
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I'd say Spain for sure. If you speak Spanish, this will be a great opportunity to brush up on your language skills and maybe even become fluent. Also, home stays are always preferable (in my opinion) to student housing when studying abroad, as it really gives you a chance to experience what life is truly like in the country and helps you to form some really strong, lasting friendships.
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Tuesday, May 1, 2012
How to be a vegan in Sweden?
How to be a vegan in Sweden?
I am going to Sweden for a exchange student program and I am vegan. Are there modern grocery stores there? And is it easy to be a vegan? Like, are there many options and such?
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I went to Sweden in 2006 and it is very much possible to be a vegan there. They have everything we have here in the U.S. A. Enjoy your trip and be sure to go to Old Stockholm if you can.
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Are you staying with a host family? I hope their vegan too because cooking is one thing that women take very serious in Sweden.
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Just as possible and easy as being a vegan anyplace else in the Western world ... keep in mind though Swedes like fish.
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I've never been to Sweden, but you might find this site useful: http://www.happycow.net/europe/sweden/index.html Just click on the Swedish city and it will give you a list of veg-friendly restaurants and/or stores. Good luck.
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I am swedish and yes it is VERY possible to be a vegan in Sweden. We have modern grocery stores in Sweden and you can find food from all over the world. You will not have any problem. Even if you are staying with a (non-vegan) host family you will probably not have any problem, since the swedish people are very considerate. Just tell them that you're a vegan and you will not have any problem! I am happy for you, by the way! Go and have fun! And Bill C: I don't know where you got your facts but I don't agree with you that swedish women care so much about cooking (??). Come to Greece and see how the women here care about cooking!
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I am going to Sweden for a exchange student program and I am vegan. Are there modern grocery stores there? And is it easy to be a vegan? Like, are there many options and such?
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I went to Sweden in 2006 and it is very much possible to be a vegan there. They have everything we have here in the U.S. A. Enjoy your trip and be sure to go to Old Stockholm if you can.
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Are you staying with a host family? I hope their vegan too because cooking is one thing that women take very serious in Sweden.
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Just as possible and easy as being a vegan anyplace else in the Western world ... keep in mind though Swedes like fish.
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I've never been to Sweden, but you might find this site useful: http://www.happycow.net/europe/sweden/index.html Just click on the Swedish city and it will give you a list of veg-friendly restaurants and/or stores. Good luck.
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I am swedish and yes it is VERY possible to be a vegan in Sweden. We have modern grocery stores in Sweden and you can find food from all over the world. You will not have any problem. Even if you are staying with a (non-vegan) host family you will probably not have any problem, since the swedish people are very considerate. Just tell them that you're a vegan and you will not have any problem! I am happy for you, by the way! Go and have fun! And Bill C: I don't know where you got your facts but I don't agree with you that swedish women care so much about cooking (??). Come to Greece and see how the women here care about cooking!
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Saturday, April 28, 2012
for international students Finland or Sweden?
for international students Finland or Sweden?
I am admitted to universities in Sweden and Finland. But I want to know that which country has better part time job/payment for international students. It is really important to me as my source of income is highly dependent on my part time job.
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Due to recession there are not so many jobs available in Finland. In general there're troubles to even get apprenticeship places for students and real paid jobs for young people and newly graduated. The government fears that more and more people are going to be "alienated" and some of them permanently. It seems that the recession has hit Finland hard and the downturn is going to last at least for from two to five years. It's probably the same story in Sweden aswell. Getting a job is *NOT* impossible, but it's not going to easy at all especially for foreign students and immigrants.
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Saturday, April 14, 2012
HI)PLZ i am a student at Sweden,MSc Business&Trade wish to work at UAE and write my thesis there, but how??
HI)PLZ i am a student at Sweden,MSc Business&Trade wish to work at UAE and write my thesis there, but how??
plz) someone expain all the process step by step) From where to start,where to go? the answer can be sent to bs.sagdullaev@yahoo.com, I will really appreciate your ASSISTANCE)
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If you're a student your issues can be many and varied, from Deciding on your career path to finding a temporary job. The resource in the box below has lots of guidance for students, and they have stuff concerning job seeking aswell.
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plz) someone expain all the process step by step) From where to start,where to go? the answer can be sent to bs.sagdullaev@yahoo.com, I will really appreciate your ASSISTANCE)
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If you're a student your issues can be many and varied, from Deciding on your career path to finding a temporary job. The resource in the box below has lots of guidance for students, and they have stuff concerning job seeking aswell.
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Saturday, April 7, 2012
Will finland, norway or sweden start charging tuition for international students?
Will finland, norway or sweden start charging tuition for international students?
I'm a nigerian, will finland,sweden or norway begin to charge tuition for non eu students, and if so what will be the price? Urgent.
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Yes in around 2010 they will start charging. Now sure how much for Norway and Finalnd but Ive read that it could be about 80,000 SEK in Sweden. Good luck
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Sunday, April 1, 2012
Why can't i be an exchange student in 6th grade?
Why can't i be an exchange student in 6th grade?
I want to be an exchange student to Sweden just like my mom but i can't seem to find a program that will support me! Any suggestions??
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Hi, your best solution might be a private student exchange, because there you will find people from all age groups and families with kids your age. I did this summer and it really worked great - I went to London, to Paris and to the beach in Spain. The best place is www.best-student-exchange.com where you will find hundreds of families who want to exchange and the price is peanuts. I am not sure though if there are any Swedish families...but I never looked for Sweden :-) check it out, it rocks!
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Most hosting countries won't accept and exchange student under 15. Part of it has to do with immigration laws. Part of it has to do with the level of maturity that is needed to be an exchange student. Part of it might have to do with requirements of schools. Instead of seeing this as a bad thing, may I suggest that you look at this as an opportunity to take your time to learn as much about being an exchange student as you can. (Not to mention saving money.) Talk to former exchange students; learn as much about the country that you want to visit as you can; find out more about the program you want to use; study some language (if you haven't already). Good luck to you!
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I want to be an exchange student to Sweden just like my mom but i can't seem to find a program that will support me! Any suggestions??
Studying Abroad - 2 Answers
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Hi, your best solution might be a private student exchange, because there you will find people from all age groups and families with kids your age. I did this summer and it really worked great - I went to London, to Paris and to the beach in Spain. The best place is www.best-student-exchange.com where you will find hundreds of families who want to exchange and the price is peanuts. I am not sure though if there are any Swedish families...but I never looked for Sweden :-) check it out, it rocks!
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Most hosting countries won't accept and exchange student under 15. Part of it has to do with immigration laws. Part of it has to do with the level of maturity that is needed to be an exchange student. Part of it might have to do with requirements of schools. Instead of seeing this as a bad thing, may I suggest that you look at this as an opportunity to take your time to learn as much about being an exchange student as you can. (Not to mention saving money.) Talk to former exchange students; learn as much about the country that you want to visit as you can; find out more about the program you want to use; study some language (if you haven't already). Good luck to you!
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Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Is it expensive to have a car as a foreign student in Sweden, Norway, or in Finland?
Is it expensive to have a car as a foreign student in Sweden, Norway, or in Finland?
I'm currently residing in New York, and I know it is expensive to own a car as a foreign student. I pay $148 for the car insurance. The mechanic part is very expensive too; labor fees for an hour is about $ 90 or so. The oil is cheap: regular gas is 4.6 liters = $ 2.05 So the total is like $ 400 monthly to own a car in a place that is 50 miles away from Manhattan in the state of New York. Note: my car is Nissan Altima 2000 GXE
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It's very expensive to have a car, especially for a student. No student I know uses a car during the school year, due to the costs. Public transportation is great in the Nordic countries, and often everything needed is within walking distance. The costs are high to discourage driving, especially in large cities. It's really only viable if you have a decent job or live in rural areas where it's more of a necessity. In order to check insurance costs online, you need a personal and registration number. The cost can differ greatly, depending on the car, your details, expected yearly mileage and exact location. But generally, a newer economy car is cheaper to insure than an older/nicer car. Norway tends to be the most expensive country (but salaries are much higher as well), but Sweden and Finland aren't much cheaper. A quick average of my car-owning friends came out to about 400kr/$60 month. Motor oil averages about 50kr/L ($7.33) if you buy it in 10L bottles. Petrol/gasoline in Norway is currently about 11kr/L, which is $6.09/gallon. Major cities usually have congestion tolls, meaning if you enter the main city, you must pay a fee each time (30kr/$4.40 where I live). The final monthly cost depends on so many factors, but my estimate is that it's at least as expensive as what you pay now. When I owned a car previously (2000 VW Golf), I paid an average of about 2500kr/$370 per month. The only time the car was used was to commute to and from work, a 15 minute drive. You also have to consider shipping, import charges, testing, conversions if necessary and getting a local driver's license (which can be very expensive).
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Wednesday, March 14, 2012
How can I be a foreign exchange student to Sweden?
How can I be a foreign exchange student to Sweden?
I am 12 and going into 8th grade (I will turn 13 in September.) I have been learning Swedish and now that I can write, read, pronounce pretty well and can think in Swedish to a point, I am hoping to go as a foreign exchange student in 9th grade or the next year. However, my family is financially challenged and I don't think that I could afford like $10 000.. aren't there scholarships or a less expensive way for me to fulfill my dream? I get A's on average... Also, sorry if there's a really obvious answer that I overlooked; sometimes I ask stupid questions :)
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Talk to your guidance counselor first . See if there are any programs you can do . For the money , try and fid a job and start saving . You may not do it in your ninth grade year but sometime before you graduate .
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Hej Camille, this is not at all a stupid question. I think it is fantastic that you are so eager to broaden your cultural horizons, and am especially pleased to see you are interested in Sweden. I studied in Sweden in college. It is a wonderful country filled with wonderful people, and Stockholm is my absolute favorite city in Europe. I would suggest you contact the Swedish information service, www.visitsweden.com, to begin. Also contact the Council for International Education Exchange, www.ciee.org. Both organizations can be helpful in identifying study-abroad programs and possible scholarships. Also ask your guidance counselor at school. I share your excitement: I had hoped to study abroad in 10th grade, but my family was also financially challenged. I had to wait until my last summer at college before I could go to Sweden. On the bright side, though I hated the long wait, I was much better prepared academically, socially and financially to be away from home for so long. I was also more mature, which I learned would be very helpful in several situations. Good luck to you! Hej då!
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I am 12 and going into 8th grade (I will turn 13 in September.) I have been learning Swedish and now that I can write, read, pronounce pretty well and can think in Swedish to a point, I am hoping to go as a foreign exchange student in 9th grade or the next year. However, my family is financially challenged and I don't think that I could afford like $10 000.. aren't there scholarships or a less expensive way for me to fulfill my dream? I get A's on average... Also, sorry if there's a really obvious answer that I overlooked; sometimes I ask stupid questions :)
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Talk to your guidance counselor first . See if there are any programs you can do . For the money , try and fid a job and start saving . You may not do it in your ninth grade year but sometime before you graduate .
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Hej Camille, this is not at all a stupid question. I think it is fantastic that you are so eager to broaden your cultural horizons, and am especially pleased to see you are interested in Sweden. I studied in Sweden in college. It is a wonderful country filled with wonderful people, and Stockholm is my absolute favorite city in Europe. I would suggest you contact the Swedish information service, www.visitsweden.com, to begin. Also contact the Council for International Education Exchange, www.ciee.org. Both organizations can be helpful in identifying study-abroad programs and possible scholarships. Also ask your guidance counselor at school. I share your excitement: I had hoped to study abroad in 10th grade, but my family was also financially challenged. I had to wait until my last summer at college before I could go to Sweden. On the bright side, though I hated the long wait, I was much better prepared academically, socially and financially to be away from home for so long. I was also more mature, which I learned would be very helpful in several situations. Good luck to you! Hej då!
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Wednesday, March 7, 2012
Studying in either Sweden, Norway, or Finland as an International Student?
Studying in either Sweden, Norway, or Finland as an International Student?
I heard that schools in these three European countries are free; about 50 Euros per year fees plus the obvious living costs: rent, insurance, and board etc... my major is English literature. I want to master in related areas in one of the three countries. Which one has a better university in terms of literature, or in other words humanities? Do you know if I can master in law with my BA in English in one of the three countries? Thank you
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I think most of them have stopped free education for out-of-country students. Try contacting the embassy to be sure.
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There are no tuition fees, but the living expenses are very high in all 3 countries the University in Oslo recommends around 42,000kr for a single semester and you are required to show that you have funds of over 100,000 kr (around $15,000) if your on a 12 month masters program, and you will need it. This is on top of all your travel expenses, moving your possessions and the cost of setting up home for just a year. It's not cheap or easy and the culture shock can be significant. Not sure that you'll be able to study a masters in Law with an English literature major. You also need to recognize that the area of study will be international law so you have to ask how relevant that is to you. The sites give links to the relevant programs, as to the quality I'm not sure how you judge on a English Masters given in a non English speaking part of the world.
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Thursday, March 1, 2012
I want to become a exchange student?
I want to become a exchange student?
I want to become a exchange student to Sweden for possibly a few weeks to a few months. I think I would assimilate very well in Sweden to their culture because I'm ethnically Swedish. However I barely know the language and the only other language I have a brief expierience with is German for 1 year now. So I was wondering if their would be any way in which I could enroll in a program without knowing any of the language? I know it might be a stupid question but, I'm just wondering?
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It is a good question good for you good luck!
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Tuesday, February 28, 2012
I want to become a exchange student?
I want to become a exchange student?
I want to become a exchange student to Sweden for possibly a few weeks to a few months. I think I would assimilate very well in Sweden to their culture because I'm ethnically Swedish. However I barely know the language and the only other language I have a brief expierience with is German for 1 year now. So I was wondering if their would be any way in which I could enroll in a program without knowing any of the language? I know it might be a stupid question but, I'm just wondering?
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well try going to byki.com and there is a list ontthe home page you can go and click on Swedish and it has alot of topic on how to speak it . it even does digital flash cards!
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There are to different ways to go to a school out of the country. You can go to a Foriegn school forever (well like 4 years) or go to study abroad for like a few weeks. Or however long they do it. Going to a school out of the country like for four years requires you to get it approved through a guarantee agency ~if they are not alread on the foreign school code list. Your aid administrator or counselor will tell you how to get into the studey abroad program~if you only want to go for a few.
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don't worry..i know a lot of people who left to china,japan or norway without knowing the language..u'll b fine...
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I want to become a exchange student to Sweden for possibly a few weeks to a few months. I think I would assimilate very well in Sweden to their culture because I'm ethnically Swedish. However I barely know the language and the only other language I have a brief expierience with is German for 1 year now. So I was wondering if their would be any way in which I could enroll in a program without knowing any of the language? I know it might be a stupid question but, I'm just wondering?
Studying Abroad - 3 Answers
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well try going to byki.com and there is a list ontthe home page you can go and click on Swedish and it has alot of topic on how to speak it . it even does digital flash cards!
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There are to different ways to go to a school out of the country. You can go to a Foriegn school forever (well like 4 years) or go to study abroad for like a few weeks. Or however long they do it. Going to a school out of the country like for four years requires you to get it approved through a guarantee agency ~if they are not alread on the foreign school code list. Your aid administrator or counselor will tell you how to get into the studey abroad program~if you only want to go for a few.
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don't worry..i know a lot of people who left to china,japan or norway without knowing the language..u'll b fine...
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Tuesday, February 14, 2012
About foreigners and students living in Sweden?
About foreigners and students living in Sweden?
I like to know what are the advantages or benefits for foreign students living in Sweden.Is it true that Sweden offers permanent residency to students who are living there for more than 4 years?
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sweden blows the us out of the water.life is great over there.the chicks are really hot and theres no such thing has trespassing.they care for the homeless they feed their hungry.live is much better there.the res.depends though on several different things.
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No, you will not get permanent residency as a student. You get a temporary resident permit that lasts for the duration of your studies. The only way to get a permanent resident permit as a non-EU citizen is to be married to, or living with a significant other, or planning to as soon as you get to Sweden, and then waiting for up to a year in your home country before you may enter Sweden. The main advantage, though some may consider it a disadvantage, is that it is far more challenging than American university. I first came to Sweden with an American high school diploma expecting to be able to study higher education. Unfortunately for me, I found that the first two years of what an American studies in university is what Swedes study in the last two years of high school. I had to do a lot of adult high school before I was qualified to start Swedish university. Much of what we are expected to do as undergrads is similar to what Americans only do in Master's programs such as writing 100 page theses, and conducting studies. Another advantage/disadvantage is that studies are very self-driven. There are few lectures, and most of your week is spent at home or in the library studying/writing/doing project work instead of in class. I like this, some may not. You will never, ever, ever, ever see a multiple choice question on a test in Sweden. Nor a true/false question, or match up the right answer to the question, or anything like that. I consider that a huge advantage. One significant advantage is that tuition is free, even for foreigners. A big problem, however, is that Swedish students have their living expenses paid for. This is great for them, but poses a big problem for foreigners. The system is set up for someone who doesn't have any work or any other kind of commitment outside of studying, which makes life very difficult for us foreigners who have to work to survive. Schedules are different every week, evening classes are non-existant and there is no way to study part time.
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I like to know what are the advantages or benefits for foreign students living in Sweden.Is it true that Sweden offers permanent residency to students who are living there for more than 4 years?
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sweden blows the us out of the water.life is great over there.the chicks are really hot and theres no such thing has trespassing.they care for the homeless they feed their hungry.live is much better there.the res.depends though on several different things.
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No, you will not get permanent residency as a student. You get a temporary resident permit that lasts for the duration of your studies. The only way to get a permanent resident permit as a non-EU citizen is to be married to, or living with a significant other, or planning to as soon as you get to Sweden, and then waiting for up to a year in your home country before you may enter Sweden. The main advantage, though some may consider it a disadvantage, is that it is far more challenging than American university. I first came to Sweden with an American high school diploma expecting to be able to study higher education. Unfortunately for me, I found that the first two years of what an American studies in university is what Swedes study in the last two years of high school. I had to do a lot of adult high school before I was qualified to start Swedish university. Much of what we are expected to do as undergrads is similar to what Americans only do in Master's programs such as writing 100 page theses, and conducting studies. Another advantage/disadvantage is that studies are very self-driven. There are few lectures, and most of your week is spent at home or in the library studying/writing/doing project work instead of in class. I like this, some may not. You will never, ever, ever, ever see a multiple choice question on a test in Sweden. Nor a true/false question, or match up the right answer to the question, or anything like that. I consider that a huge advantage. One significant advantage is that tuition is free, even for foreigners. A big problem, however, is that Swedish students have their living expenses paid for. This is great for them, but poses a big problem for foreigners. The system is set up for someone who doesn't have any work or any other kind of commitment outside of studying, which makes life very difficult for us foreigners who have to work to survive. Schedules are different every week, evening classes are non-existant and there is no way to study part time.
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Tuesday, February 7, 2012
Which country for university student exchange: France, England, Sweden?
Which country for university student exchange: France, England, Sweden?
England: U of Manchester Loughborough France: Lyon 2 Lumiere Sweden: Lund University which would you pick? also, which of them would you think has the best social life/nightlife? THANKS
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I guess it depends what you are looking for. Are you American? If you want a really different experience I would say don't go to England. You won't feel like you are really branching out and experiencing a different culture if you go to England. I have been to England, France, and Sweden and I would say Sweden would be the more "different" from America. People in France don't tend to be very friendly to Americans either. I would personally go with Sweden but it depends on what you are looking for. England probably has the better social life/nightlife out of the three.
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England: U of Manchester Loughborough France: Lyon 2 Lumiere Sweden: Lund University which would you pick? also, which of them would you think has the best social life/nightlife? THANKS
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I guess it depends what you are looking for. Are you American? If you want a really different experience I would say don't go to England. You won't feel like you are really branching out and experiencing a different culture if you go to England. I have been to England, France, and Sweden and I would say Sweden would be the more "different" from America. People in France don't tend to be very friendly to Americans either. I would personally go with Sweden but it depends on what you are looking for. England probably has the better social life/nightlife out of the three.
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