What to study?

You decide the specialization according to your interests. You have a lot of freedom in your course choice, but there are also some requirements that need to be fulfilled to obtain your degree. You are welcome to study at KTH for two years (or even more if necessary), but our experience is that many students want to pass all requirements for the degree in 1.5 years, which is possible if you plan your studies well.

The following minimum requirements apply

For students nominated for 60 credits courses and the final degree project:
• Completed technical/science courses (of which at least 42 credits must be within one specialisation): 60 credits
• Swedish language courses up to level B1/B2: 30 credits
• Master’s Degree Project: 30 credits
= Total: 120 credits

Towards the 42 credits within a Master Programme count the mandatory and conditionally elective courses. Some of the programs have a list of “elective courses” in the course lists. Those courses are to be seen as recommended elective courses, but they do not count towards the 42 credits specialization courses required for the diploma.

For students nominated for 3 terms of courses (final degree project at home university):
• Completed technical/science courses according to an individual study plan
within a master specialization: 90 credits
• Swedish language courses up to level B1/B2: 30 credits
= Total: 120 credits

The course "The Sustainable Engineer" is mandatory and offered as a 1,5 credits version, covering one year, for double degree students. Each Master programme specialization has its own version of the course (EF2221/EH2221/EQ2223/EL2221).

Every student must have an approved study plan. The study plan is put together individually and has to be approved by the Director of First and Second Cycle Education. Please check the requirements with your home university as well. If you have questions please contact your international coordinator or programme director.