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University of Skövde
This University was established in 1977 and has grown rapidly during the recent years - from 300 to 6500 students. Today we offer a range of traditional, but also unique educational programs within a number of different areas. Most of our programs are cross - disciplinary thus mixing the traditional with the new and unique. Our University has a strong internationalization and has co-operation with a large number of Universities around the world. The University of Skövde is situated in the center of Skövde. The campus area forms a nice unity and has kept an old-time charm coupled with modern designs. Through a recent restructuring of the departments we can now offer three comprehensive schools with an attractive supply of courses. The Three Schools are:
Academic Year The academic year consists of two semesters, an Autumn / Fall semester and a Spring semester, each extending over 20 weeks. The Autumn /Fall semester runs from the end of August to mid - January, and the Spring semester runs from mis-January until the beginning of June. There are no regular breaks in the academic calender. However, quite often there are no classes around Christmas and Easter. Please note that the Autumn/Fall semester continues after the Christmas holidays. The academic calender for 2006/2007: Spring semester: January 15, 2006 - June 4, 2006 Autumn / Fall semester: August 21, 2006 - January 15, 2007 Spring semester: January 16, 2007 - June 3, 2007 CREDITS AND GRADES The duration and extent of study-programs and courses are expressed in a system of credits with one credit corresponding to one week of full -times studies. Full -time studies require at least 40 hours of work per week of which a great deal of time is devoted to individual study or group work outside the classroom. After one academic year of successful full time studies (40 weeks) you will receive 40 credits, which is equivalent to 60 ECTS credits. The ECTS credits are henceforward reffered to as "ECTS" and the Swedish credits are referred to as "credits". Grades are normally awarded on basis of pass with distinction, pass or fail. Please note that we are not using ECTS-grading scale. APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINES EXCHANGE STUDENTS To apply for studies at the University of Skövde, exchange students are required to fill out the form - ' Application for Admission to the Study Abroad Scheme, Which is available at P.I.M.S. MASTER STUDENTS Students considering studies at master's level are advised to contact one of the three schools for details about specific requirements, deadlines and application forms. For information's regarding the contact person please see our website: http://www.his.se/admission University of Skövde School of Life Sciences Box 408, SE-54128, B Skövde, Sweden Phone: + 46 500 448000, Fax +46 500 448074 E-mail: studievagledare.ivn@his.se Home page: www.inv.his.se/mbmp TUITION FEES, SCHOLARSHIPS By Swedish law students at the University of Skövde are not charged tuition fees. However, it is compulsory for every student to be a member of the Student Union and to pay a small fee per semester (approximately SEK 400) (1SEK =Rs. 6.0 Approx). University of Skövde does not award scholarships, grants or financial aid to foreign students. The Swedish Institute has a very limited number of scholarships for advanced studies and research. See http://www.si.se for further details. PASSPORT, VISA, RESIDENCE PERMITS Depending on your country of origin you may be required to obtain students visa and / or residence permit. Only full time students (See Credits and Grades) are eligible for a student visa. Furthermore, you must certify that you have sufficient funds to meet all your expenses while in Sweden. A Swedish Embassy or Consulate near you can provide you with more information. For more information please look at the website of the Swedish Migration Board: http://www.migrationsverket.se/english.html. All students should have a valid passport for the whole period of study in Sweden. COST OF LIVING The total living cost per month including broad and lodging is approximately SEK 6500 but varies greatly depending on the individual's life style. Please note that meals are not included in the rent. Students usually prepare their own meals in the common kitchen. There is also a restaurant at the campus where the price of a mid - day meal is approximately SEK 55. LANGUAGE REQUIREMENTS AND PREREQUISITES All international students have adequate knowledge in English and need to show proof thereof. An internationally recognized test of English proficiency is recommended. Students must fulfill the prerequisites for a specific course, in order to be approved for the course. |