Behörighet och urval

Senast ändrad: 2013-03-08
Godkänd: 2013-05-02

General requirements

1. Previous studies

A completed Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Bachelor's degree (180 higher education credits), from a university recognized by government or accredited by other recognized organization. A Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering is required for most programmes (please see the relevant programme description).

Applicants admitted to longer technical study programmes and who have completed courses equivalent to an amount of 180 higher education credits, will be considered on a case-by-case basis.

2. Language requirements

A good knowledge of written and spoken English.
Equivalent to Eng B.

Applicants must provide proof of their proficiency in English. KTH accepts

TOEFL paper based test, total of 575, 4.5 writing section

TOEFL internet based test, total of 90, 20 writing section

IELTS score of at least 6.5, no band lower than 5.5 (only academic training accepted)

English proficiency tests are waived for applicants with English as language of instruction (minimum 3 years of full-time higher education studies).

Knowledge of English may be taken into account in the selection process.

Specific requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering, or an equivalent degree, including a combination of courses equivalent to at least an extent of 60 higher education credits in: Microelectronics, Electronics, Computer engineering, Computer science, Automation and Control, or Communication engineering.

The specific requirements may be assessed as not fulfilled if;
-the average grade is in the lower third on the grading scale used (above pass level)
-the degree awarding institution is not considered to meet acceptable quality standards by the authorities of the country in which the institution is located
-the degree does not qualify for admission to equivalent Master level in the country where the degree is awarded. 

Selection 

Students who have met the undergraduate course requirements are evaluated and selected for the program based on their academic record including grades achieved in their courses, their English proficiency test scores, their motivation letter, and their letters of reference. Consideration may also be given for relevant work experience. All other admission requirements and criteria for the programme, including proofs of English proficiency, are in accordance with the local admission policy of the Royal Institute of Technology.