Frequently asked questions about being a new student
Here we have collected some of the most frequently asked questions. If your question is not answered here, please do not hesitate to contact us. Contact information can be found at the bottom of this page.
This page is under construction for the second cycle studies autumn 2024. Information is subject to change.
The application system for higher education here in Sweden is handled by University Admissions. Please find more about the application process here at Universityadmissions.se External link, opens in new window.
On Universityadmissions.se External link, opens in new window. you will find what you need to do in order to apply to higher education in Sweden as well as important dates and deadlines to keep track off.
When you search the programme/course on Universityadmissions.se External link, opens in new window. you can find the tuition fee for each programme/course by clicking on “show more”.
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The Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals targets highly-qualified students from many different countries. For more information, please see:
For LTU:s own scholarships, please see:
A disability can manifest itself in physical, medical, psychological or cognitive limitations in a person's ability to function. As a university student, you can receive special educational support. For more information, please see here.
Read more about housing here. It depends on which type of student you are, so please choose the correct category.
You should start by looking in your course room in Canvas. There, you will find information about your course (or courses), reading instructions. If you are a distance student, you can find your schedule there as well. On Canvas you can also get in touch with your teacher. To get started go to this page Opens in new window..
As a programme student, you need to register for the programme and the courses you will be taking. For information on how to register, see the programme-specific information link here Opens in new window.. Everyone studying a course must register for their course during the first three days of the study period. More information can be found here
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On this page Opens in new window. you will find Time Edit, which is used to display the schedule for you as a student. The schedule is set no later than two weeks before the start of the studies. Schedules for distance students are usually available in Canvas.
Contact Service Point
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