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Study abroad

Studying abroad is a unique opportunity and experience, a chance for you to round out your résumé while discovering the world, learning about new cultures, and making friends for life. As a student at KTH, you can spend part of your study time abroad without additional costs or extended study time.

Try exchange studies

Study a semester or two at one of KTH's over 200 exchange universities worldwide! Going on exchange studies is a unique chance for you to try living and studying in another country and culture. The application is open in November and February.

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Do your project work through KTH Field Studies

Do you want to conduct field studies in a low- or middle-income country? You can receive a travel grant through KTH Field Studies for your project work. Applications open in September, but start preparing now!

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Carry out your degree project abroad

As a KTH student you can carry out your degree project abroad - both on a undergraduate and graduate level. Students who do their thesis within Europe can apply for Erasmus scholarships just like for regular exchange studies.

Different types of studies abroad

  • Exchange studies  - Swap your studies at KTH for a semester or two at one of KTH's partner universities.
  • Degree project  - Carry out your degree project at a cmopany or organization abroad.
  • KTH Field Studies (FS)  - Through KTH Field Studies (FS), you can get a travel grant for writing your degree project in a low- and middle-income country.
  • KTH Global Development Hub  - Participate in project courses in Africa focusing on global challenges.
  • Double master's degree  - Study one or two semesters at a partner university and receive master's degrees from both KTH and the partner institution.
  • Summer and short courses  - Spend the summer at another university in a new country, or study abroad for a shorter period of time.
  • Internship  - Carry out an internship at a company or organization abroad.