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Facts

 Language of instruction: English  Number of students currently enrolled: 40,000  Semester 1: Early September – late January  Semester 2: January – June  Important information: https://uu.se/en/admissions/exchange/incoming/

About the University

Founded in 1477, is the oldest university in and frequently ranks amongst the best in the world. Uppsala is renowned for a vibrant social scene thanks to the thirteen Student Nations that play an integral role in campus life by putting on events throughout the year. Nations are comparable to a student union and each has a building with a pub or café. As an exchange student you may choose which nation you wish to belong to.

Uppsala is the fourth largest city in Sweden and is home to over 40,000 students. This mix allows you to experience traditional student life alongside the amenities of a city. Uppsala is located approx. 70km north of and only 30km from international airport Stockholm Arlanda.

Website: http://www.uu.se/en/

What to expect

Application process If you are allocated for an exchange at the University of Uppsala, you will be officially nominated by the Study and Work Away team and will then be provided with your detailed application instructions. You can ONLY apply if officially nominated. Type of Application: The application is completed online.

Notes of Guidance for Exchange students University of Uppsala

Academics

Course/ credit load One full year of study should equate to 60 ECTS. One semester of study should equate to 30 ECTS. https://www.uu.se/en/admissions/exchange/courses/list/ Courses available

Course enrolment Students will be pre-approved for courses and sent a confirmation of these in the admissions letter. Note: there is no add-or-drop period, so pre-approved courses are fairly fixed at the time of admission. Attending the start of each course will result in being registered on pre-approved courses, but each department has their own routines and the students will be notified of them after arrival.

Academic restrictions  Business courses – prerequisites vary considerably  Law courses – at least two years of prior Law studies are required  Medicine – as clinical courses in Medicine require knowledge of fluent Swedish and are very competitive, these courses rarely accept exchange students.  Natural Sciences including Physics, Chemistry, Biology, and Engineering - no entry level courses are available, so students must have strong academic backgrounds within these subjects and meet the eligibility requirements described in each course description.

Please research the suitability of the University of Uppsala for Previous Students your degree programme. Courses and programmes at your home and host institution may have changed since other students studied there. However, please find below some examples of the degree programmes of students who went on exchange to Uppsala in previous years:

 Biomedical Sciences  Biological Sciences  German and Scandinavian Studies  Scandinavian Studies  Scandinavian Studies and History  Scandinavian Studies and Linguistics  Sustainable Development

Your final course selection must be agreed and approved with your Exchange Coordinator and any course changes made whilst you are away must have their approval.

2 These guidance notes were correct at the time of publishing, 26 October 2020. Help us keep this information accurate by sending any feedback to the Study and Work Away team at [email protected] Notes of Guidance for Exchange students University of Uppsala

Accommodation

University Accommodation is not guaranteed for international students accommodation but is offered if the number of incoming / outgoing students is balanced and the application is submitted on time. •Explore Uppsala accommodation at: http://housingoffice.se/

Application process Students can submit an online application form, after receiving a link from their coordinator at Uppsala University. They will receive the link before the application period opens. The deadline is usually in May.

Private accommodation Off-campus housing: https://gotlandsstudentbostad.se/

Costs

Estimated cost of living Estimated cost of living is 8,010 SEK per month

Insurance All exchange students are covered by an insurance policy taken by Uppsala University, Student IN, covering medical care (for non-EU citizens), liability coverage up to 10 million SEK, legal coverage and accident insurance. EU students must bring their European Health Insurance Card for medical insurance For up to date information on using UK issued EHIC cards after Brexit please see: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-sweden#healthcare

Banks There are several different banks available in Malmö. There is no specific bank connected to the University of Uppsala. It is strongly recommended that exchange students make banking arrangements from their home bank. Students staying in Sweden for less than six months are likely to experience difficulties when trying to open a bank account.

3 These guidance notes were correct at the time of publishing, 26 October 2020. Help us keep this information accurate by sending any feedback to the Study and Work Away team at [email protected] Notes of Guidance for Exchange students University of Uppsala

Other

Those with EU passports should not face any barriers to Employment employment. Non-EU/EEA students face restrictions on the hours they can work and will need to apply for a work permit. For up to date information on working in Sweden after Brexit please see: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/living-in-sweden#working-in- sweden Orientation begins one week prior to the start of the semester. Orientation There usually is a welcome desk for students at Stockholm Arlanda airport and if you’d like to be taken on a free shuttle service, you need to register your arrival in advance. The orientation week is primarily designed to provide you with information about the resources available to you as a student as well as learning about Swedish student life and getting to know your classmates. During orientation week events will be organised by the nations and International Student Committee. Please note that you will receive more information about this and contact details of someone in your department prior to the start of the semester.

More information can be found here: https://www.uu.se/en/students/new-students/welcome- programme-uppsala/

Students from outside the EU, EEA, and will Visas need to obtain a Swedish resident permit. As part of this application, the student will need to prove they have access to SEK 8,190 per month to support themselves among other requirements. More information can be found at:

https://www.migrationsverket.se/English/Private- individuals/Studying-in-Sweden/Universities-and-university- college.html

Disability Statement Some destinations may be more accessible than others for disabled students. If you require any adjustments due to disability or specific learning difficulty, and you wish to study abroad please contact the Study and Work Away’s European team ([email protected]). We will work together with you to explore the help available at your host institution. It might also be helpful if you discuss this with your Personal Tutor and the Disability Office.

4 These guidance notes were correct at the time of publishing, 26 October 2020. Help us keep this information accurate by sending any feedback to the Study and Work Away team at [email protected] Notes of Guidance for Exchange students University of Uppsala

The best part?

A variation in classes with different teaching styles, as well as the opportunity to meet a number of new people from around the world.”

The best part of my exchange was the people that I had the opportunity to meet. Uppsala is a fantastic place for that because of the nation system, in which all students become part of an association of their choice.”

The greatest challenge?

Even though the vast majority of Swedes speak English, the language and the culture barrier was a difficult part of my exchange.”

Advice for future exchange students

Accommodation

The accommodation offered by Uppsala is good value for money.”

General advice

Attend as many introductory events as possible.”

Embrace the student life including all the nations.”

Apply for the intensive course in August (start of autumn semester). You will meet so many friends so easily, plus learning basic Swedish is worth-while.”

5 These guidance notes were correct at the time of publishing, 26 October 2020. Help us keep this information accurate by sending any feedback to the Study and Work Away team at [email protected]