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Chemistry and Molecular Biology The Department of Chemistry and Molecular Biology at the University of Gothenburg offers doctoral education... University of Gothenburg Göteborg, Västra Götaland, Sweden

Organic Chemistry The Organic Chemistry degree at Lund University deals with the chemistry compounds containing carbon.... Lund University Lund, Skåne, Sweden

Inorganic Chemistry The Inorganic Chemistry subject at Lund University covers third-cycle education in the areas of solid state... Lund University Lund, Skåne, Sweden

Chemistry of Interfaces The research discipline Chemistry of Interfaces at Luleå University of Technology uses... Luleå University of Technology Luleå, Norrbotten, Sweden

Biochemistry and Biophysics If you are interested in the molecular processes of life and want to study at the frontier where chemistry and... Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics Stockholm, Stockholm, Sweden

Chemistry Chemistry concerns aspects of elements and chemical compounds. At Uppsala University, the subject is dynamic... Uppsala University Visby, Gotland, Sweden

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Explore your Chemistry degree

A Chemistry degree explores the world of matter, its properties, and reactions. Specialisations include Organic, Inorganic, Physical, Analytical, and Biochemistry. Courses cover topics like organic synthesis, thermodynamics, spectroscopy, quantum mechanics, and environmental chemistry. Skills gained are valuable in healthcare, environmental fields, and various industries. Curiosity, precision, and analytical thinking are essential. Career options include Analytical Chemist, Forensic Scientist, Pharmacologist, Toxicologist, and Research Scientist, with opportunities to make significant contributions to human progress. A Chemistry degree is a rewarding path for those passionate about continuous learning and discovery.

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Become a researcher.

Stockholm University is a leading research university that conducts basic independent research and applied research in the human and natural sciences. Our research produces internationally recognized scientific breakthroughs.

Doctoral studies take four years and result in a PhD, the highest academic degree in Sweden. There is also a two-year research study program which ends in a degree of licentiate.

PhD Programme

The doctoral programme at MMK corresponds to 4 full-time years of study. There are two parts: course work totaling 60 ECTS and a research project ending in a PhD theses. The thesis is almost always a summary of research presented in a number of scientific journal articles written from your doctoral work.

How doctoral programmes are different in Sweden

Doctoral students are admitted to specific research projects and groups. The link below shows PhD positions that are currently available and allows you to subscribe to the listings so you can see when positions are announced (2-4 times/year).

PhD Student Positions

Additionally, doctoral students in Sweden are not treated as students, but are actually full university employees, with employee benefits and a salary. This gives you stability and support, allowing you to concentrate on your research.

PhD Council - where doctoral students influence decisions at MMK

The PhD Council is a forum for all issues on the situation of the PhD students, whether it deals with research, teaching, courses or social activities. Members can bring up questions, express opinions or make recommendations which are then taken to the Department Board by two PhD representatives. All PhD students are automatically a member of the PhD Council. 

Active participation in the PhD Council is a way to affect your working conditions, both at the department and at the university as a whole. The PhD council is also a social nexus and a good source of information on what´s happening in the department and elsewhere. Elections are held for once a year for the active positions. 

Questions?  [email protected]

Application and Eligibility

Who is eligible, for general eligibility to doctoral studies, the applicant must have one of these:.

• A master's degree (also called "second level degree")
• Fulfilled requirements for 240 academic credits, with 60 of these at the second level
• Corresponding competence, in Sweden or abroad

The Board of the Faculty of Science may exempt an individual applicant from the basic eligibility requirement if there are specific reasons.

Additionally, specific eligibility for people applying to a doctoral programme with MMK should have:

• A BSc (fil. kand.) degree with chemistry, chemical engineering or physics as major subject
• Successfully completed an independent task within the research subject area comprising at least 30 ECTS points at the second level

For specific eligibility the applicant may also in some other way, in Sweden or abroad, have acquired generally corresponding competence.

Application materials

If you'd like to apply for a PhD position at the department, please submit the following documents by clicking on “Apply” at the bottom of the announcement for open PhD positions.

Required documents

• Documentation of study merits which clearly shows how you meet the eligibility requirements
• Letter of intent describing what inspired you to apply for the programme, what makes you a suitable candidate, what research questions interest you, and how your interests connect with the project described in the announcement.

How admission decisions are made  

This English version is an extract from the general rules, and also includes local policy at MMK. The detailed rules are found in Högskoleverkets doktorandhandbok. In the event of a discrepancy in the present text from the Swedish rules, the Swedish version prevails.

For more details please click this link to the official SU information

What happens after I apply?

The supervisor at MMK, together with a recruitment group, will check the eligibility and invite some short-listed candidates for interview. The recruitment group then ranks the short-listed candidates based on the information in the applications and impressions from the interviews. Finally, the department board decides on who should be offered a position.

Under exceptional circumstances, a PhD student may be accepted with a shorter study time than the normal 48 months. Such a decision of acceptance is taken by the Chemistry Section Dean.

PhD handbook

If you want to read up before joining, please find the MMK PhD handbook below,

Introductory courses for PhD students at the Chemistry section

The Chemistry Section gives a series of introductory courses for the sections own PhD students every year. The courses are also open to post docs, subject to availability. The courses are mandatory for all PhD students at MMK.

PhD courses available to PhD students

PhD students are required to take courses as part of the program. You can find some of the courses on offer by going to this page, and scrolling to the end of the page.

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Meet some of MMKs PhD Students

Meet fengyang from china, phd student in sustainable materials chemistry.

"Chemistry is everywhere in our lifes, the polymeric materials that we are using every day come from materials chemistry, and also the industries related to cosmetics, batteries, coatings, etc. In modern society, it’s difficult to survive without chemistry. It helps us solve problems, giving reasonable answers to numerous questions."

Meet Louise from Sweden, PhD student in Analytical Chemistry

"Not only is chemistry fun to study, it also increases your understanding of the world and how it works, and in addition it gives you good opportunities to find a job."

Natalia from Poland, PhD student in Sustainable Materials Chemisty

"Understanding chemistry gives me the possibility to understand the world. Starting from the fun stuff like being able to recognize chemical ingredients of my hair shampoo (and being able to imagine their structural formula) to having the ability to actually make a difference by developing new, eco-friendly materials in my research work...."

PhD programmes at the Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry

The Department of Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry offers four research education programs:

Analytical Chemistry

Analytical chemistry research at MMK comprises development of analytical methods and techniques for qualitative and quantitative determination of organic compounds and biomolecules relevant to human health and the environment, as well as characterization of materials.

Find out more about our research in Analytical Chemistry, and meet the research groups

Inorganic and Structural Chemistry

The study of molecular structures, properties, dynamics and properties. We push the limitations boundaries of current techniques for structural characterization from micro- to nano-crystals, from crystalline to amorphous materials, from zeolites and metal-organic frameworks to pharmaceutics and proteins. 

Find out more about our research in Inorganic and Structural Chemistry, and meet the research groups

Materials Chemistry

Or materials for a sustainable society as we want to call it. The scientists at Stockholm University address issues related to energy storage and conversion, a clean environment, improved human health addressing important social development goals.

Find out more about our research in Materials Chemistry, and meet the research groups

Physical Chemistry

All material things around us (and we ourselves) consist of molecules. Molecules consist of atoms, atoms consist of electrons and atomic nuclei. Behavior of all these small parts of materia is determined by the fundamental laws of quantum mechanics.

Find out more about our research in Physical Chemistry, and meet the research groups

What it is like to be a researcher in Sweden?

“being a researcher in sweden has been a dream job”.

“Being a researcher in Sweden has been a dream job since a very early age. When I first came to Sweden for ERASMUS studies, I was inspired by the organization in the educational system and the respect everyone was showing in the academic institutions. As the academia constitutes the cradle of knowledge, I am proud of being part of this community which actively contributes in the generation of innovative ideas which target to solve everyday problems. I also enjoy the close connection to the industry in Sweden”, Varvara Apostolopoulou Kalkavoura, reseacher at MMK.

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PhD programmes

When you apply for a phd programme in sweden, you’re actually applying for a job. yeah, you read that right. 👀.

“Do a master’s here – I’d say it’s a very good step to doing a PhD in Sweden. I did my master’s at Malmö University and now I’m doing a PhD at Lund University” – Sanjay, Malmö University. Photo: Oskar Omne

So that means – no tuition fees, no scholarships. But you’ll receive a monthly salary instead. Nice, eh? And that’s why available PhD positions are listed on a university’s job board.

How to apply for a PhD position? You’ll apply directly to the university.

Just so you know, there’s no centralised application process. And things like requirements and application dates? This kind of stuff is decided by each department. But we do know that you’ll need to have a master’s degree – in the same field of study – and a great level of English to apply for a PhD here. You might even need to be fluent in Swedish. But that’ll depend on the subject.

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Subject description

The PhD research subject Analytical chemistry at Stockholm University encompasses the development of methods, techniques and data processing tools for chemical characterization of environmental and biological samples as well as textiles and different materials.

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Head of subject: Nicole Pamme , [email protected] Director of studies: Ulrika Nilsson , [email protected]

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PhD studies

The programme leads to a licentiate or doctoral degree. All PhD positions at Stockholm University are announced here .  

Last updated: June 9, 2023 Page editor: Lina Enell Source: Faculty of Science

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Lund university, phd program at biophysical chemistry, eligibility.

The PhD program at the Department of Biophysical Chemistry is open to students with an undergraduate degree at the Master’s level from a Swedish or foreign university. Most of our Swedish PhD students have graduated from a 5-year “civilingenjör” curriculum in biotechnology (“bioteknik”), chemistry (“kemiteknik”),  or physics (“teknisk fysik”) and have taken one or more advanced (4th year) courses in physical chemistry, biophysical chemistry, statistical mechanics, or molecular biology. However, other degrees at a comparable level and with a similar focus may also be appropriate, for example, a Master’s degree (“fil mag” in the Swedish system) in chemistry at the science faculty.

Foreign students must possess the equivalent of a Master’s degree, with a chemistry, physics, or biophysics major, from a recognized university. We cannot admit students with a predominantly biological or biochemical educational background, unless this is supplemented with several university-level courses in mathematics (analysis, linear algebra) and physical chemistry (thermodynamics, statistical mechanics, molecular spectroscopy).

Proficiency in Swedish is not a requirement, but a good command of English is essential.

The normal means of financial support of PhD students is a PhD position awarded by the Department at the time of admission, but administered by the University. Formally, the student is employed by Lund University and receives a monthly salary (currently starting at about SEK 22 000). From this sum, about 35% tax is deducted. The monthly living cost in Sweden is about SEK 10 000 for a single student. Foreign students are entitled to the same national health insurance and other social benefits as Swedish citizens.

The PhD program corresponds to 240 ECTS credits, corresponding to four years full-time activity. The PhD position can be extended for a maximum of five years (four years plus one year’s salary for undergraduate teaching and/or departmental responsibilities).

Graduate courses

The PhD program at the Department of Biophysical Chemistry requires the student to take at least 60 ECTS credits of advanced graduate-level courses, corresponding to one year of full-time work. The student has considerable freedom in choosing the topics and the timing of these courses. However, it is advisable to complete most of the course work during the first three years of the program.

The courses should include 7.5 credits (from at least two courses) chosen from a group of general courses, such as information management, communication, science ethics, or data reduction and error analysis, as well as 15 credits (from at least two courses) of “hard-core” physical chemistry courses, such as statistical mechanics, intermolecular forces, quantum mechanics, nuclear magnetic resonance, or molecular spectroscopy. The remaining 37.5 credits may include bio-oriented courses, such as protein chemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, bioinformatics, or protein crystallography, or more physics-oriented courses, such as molecular kinetics, advanced NMR spectroscopy, or nuclear spin relaxation.

Relevant graduate-level courses completed prior to enrollment in our PhD program may, with the consent of the Research supervisor and the Department head, be counted towards the required 60 credits of course work.

Teaching and departmental responsibilities

Undergraduate teaching is an integral part of the PhD program that develops your communication skills and consolidates your understanding of physical chemistry. The Department offers basic physical chemistry courses, covering thermodynamics, intermolecular forces, and molecular kinetics, in three undergraduate programs. Advanced (4th year) courses are offered in biophysical chemistry and molecular spectroscopy (including quantum mechanics). The teaching responsibilities of PhD students usually involve supervision of laboratory exercises or problem-solving classes.

Most of our PhD students also engage in the supervision of various undergraduate research projects. In addition, each PhD student is responsible for a part of the Department’s infrastructure, such as instruments, computers, or lab areas. If these responsibilities are extensive, they may substitute for part of the teaching duties.

The Doctoral thesis is usually a collection of 4 – 6 original scientific papers, all of which have been, or will be, submitted for publication in international journals. This is preceded by a summary of the thesis research and some background material. Because most or all of the papers have already been subject to peer review, the Swedish PhD defence is essentially a formality, albeit still surrounded by a certain amount of ceremony and festivity. At the PhD defence, the thesis is publicly debated under the leadership of an external examiner. An examination board then grades the thesis: pass or (very rarely) fail. Recent PhD Theses from the Department of Biophysical Chemistry can be found here .

All essential steps in the admissions procedure are handled by the Department of Biophysical Chemistry, but certain formal matters are administered by the office of the Faculty of Engineering at Lund University (Lunds Tekniska Högskola, LTH).

The admissions procedure is directly linked to the award of PhD positions, which are advertised on the Lund University web page for vacant PhD positions, on the relevant research group's web page, and sometimes in newspapers as well. All PhD positions are awarded in open competition and applications are accepted only during a period (at least three weeks) following the advertisement. PhD positions can be advertised at any time of the year.

The formal application should contain your Curriculum Vitae and attested copies of degree certificates, academic records and other relevant documents. The selection among the applicants is made by the Department council and is then officially confirmed by the University.

Before a PhD position is advertised, we ensure that one or more of the research groups in the Department has the capacity to supervise an additional PhD student (the group leader is usually the principal supervisor of the PhD student) and the funds (usually from an external research grant) to cover a PhD scholarship for five years. An advertised PhD position is therefore often linked to a particular research group and to one or more, new or ongoing, research projects within that group.

We rarely advertise a PhD position unless we are assured that at least one highly qualified candidate will apply. The formal application is therefore preceded by an informal evaluation procedure. This procedure usually follows either of two tracks:

Track I: A student at Lund University elects to carry out his/her Master's thesis project (about 4 months) in one of the research groups in the Department and then wishes to continue as a PhD student.

Track II: An external (foreign or Swedish) student expresses interest in our PhD program. In this case, an opportunity must be created for the student to assess the merits of the research group and the Department and for the presumed research supervisor to assess the ability of the student to successfully complete the PhD program. This opportunity may take the form of a Master's thesis project or, if this has already been completed elsewhere, an employment (with full salary and travel expenses reimbursed) for a trial period (typically three months) of research work in the chosen research group. Upon a subsequent enrollment in the PhD program, the research work carried out during the “trial employment” may be counted towards the PhD. Before a student is invited for a “trial employment”, an assessment is made by the group leader based on the student’s academic record. For this purpose, you should submit your CV, academic transcripts, and a brief statement of career objectives. Foreign students should also explain the grading system, define the contents of courses, and, if available, provide their GRE and TOEFL scores.

Students interested in our PhD program are encouraged to consult the research group pages of this website and to communicate directly with the preferred group leader. In case you cannot, or do not wish to, choose among the groups at this stage, you should communicate with the Department head .

If you have already secured funding for five years, it may be possible to admit you to the PhD program without a formal application (linked to the PhD position). However, funding does not guarantee admission to the PhD program. The informal procedures of Track II still apply, in particular, the requirement of a “trial employment”.

Further information

Further information about PhD studies at the Faculty of Engineering at Lund University, including formal rules and regulations, is available (in Swedish) here .

Additional information (in English) about PhD studies at Lund University is available here .

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PhD studies at Uppsala University

Uppsala University, like most universities in Sweden, regards PhD students as employees. Rather than apply for a doctoral programme, candidates must apply for an available doctoral position. PhD applications are handled by the relevant department. In addition to postgraduate studies, doctoral students are usually offered some form of departmental duties such as administration or teaching for up to 20 per cent of their time.

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Programme content

Uppsala University’s PhD programmes are comprised of courses and a dissertation in which students carry out a unique and significant individual research project. The project may result in either a monograph thesis, which is a cohesive scientific work, or a compilation thesis consisting of several scientific articles and a summary.

A PhD degree is equivalent to four years of full-time study; however, after two years of studies students can graduate with a licentiate degree.

Our PhD programmes give students the knowledge and skills to conduct independent research, a deep understanding of the subject area, and the ability to teach.

To be admitted as a doctoral student, candidates must:

• fulfil the entry requirements stated in the announcement
• possess good English language skills
• have the ability to cope with the programme

Insurance for doctoral students with stipends

Uppsala University provides insurance cover for doctoral students whose studies are funded through a stipend. This insurance consists of three parts:

• Sickness benefit
• Parental benefit
• Temporary parental benefit

International PhD students are also covered by Uppsala University’s group and personal insurance that provides accident insurance around the clock.

These insurance schemes are both managed by the Swedish Legal, Financial and Administrative Services Agency (Kammarkollegiet). Please note that illness, parental benefit or claiming of temporary parental benefit must be reported to [email protected] no later than on the second day of sick leave or parental leave.

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Health and parental insurance for doctoral students with stipends on Kammarkollegiet’s website

Application and tuition fees for PhD students

PhD programmes are free of charge in Sweden, regardless of citizenship. However, if you are enrolled as a PhD student and wish to take additional courses at Bachelor’s or Master’s level that are not included as part of your research programme, you must pay application and tuition fees if you are a citizen of a country outside the European Union, European Economic Area or Switzerland.

The following applies to PhD students who are citizens of countries outside of the European Union, European Economic Area or Switzerland:

If you want to take courses at Bachelor’s or Master’s level included in your PhD programme , this is administered by your supervisor and/or department. You do not pay application or tuition fees.

If you want to take courses at Bachelor’s or Master’s level outside of your PhD programme , you must apply for courses through www.universityadmissions.se . You must pay application and tuition fees.

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Doctoral education at Karolinska Institutet

Welcome to a University with focus on doctoral education! World-class research and specialised research environments create a breeding ground for doctoral (PhD) studies at Karolinska Institutet (KI).

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Available positions for doctoral education

Doctoral education positions at Karolinska Institutet are advertised continuoulsy and we welcome your application.

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Karolinska Institutet offers a large number of doctoral courses for our current doctoral students every semester, look for the one that fits you and find vacancies in the course catalogue.

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education to enable regions to expand quickly and sustainably. In fact, the future is made here. The Department of Chemistry is opening a PhD position in Chemistry with a specialization in in industrial

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A PhD in Sweden is an opportunity to study in a country that combines a historic higher education system with a culture of ingenuity and invention. The country’s universities date back to the fifteenth century, whilst Swedish brands and technologies such as Spotify, IKEA and Bluetooth continue to shape the modern world.

This covers what you need to know about PhD study in Sweden , including information on applications, funding opportunities and doctoral fees (spoiler: there aren’t any).

PhD opportunities in Sweden – what’s on offer for 2024?

If the goal for your doctorate is to produce original and potentially innovative work (it should be) then a PhD in Sweden may well be the ideal choice.

Like its Scandinavian neighbours, Sweden is also a highly tolerant country, with progressive and inclusive laws that support LGBT rights and welcome international students and visitors.

Here's some reasons to consider a PhD in Sweden for international students:

• Creativity and originality – You may not discover the next big music streaming solution (and even a PhD may not help you understand *that step* in those IKEA instructions) but your doctoral research will be right at home in a country that celebrates free-thinking and supports new ideas
• Prize-winning research - Sweden's status as the home of the Nobel Prize (with 34 winners) reflects its proud history of recognising and rewarding research, excellence and innovation
• No PhD fees – Swedish PhD programmes normally charge no tuition fees to their students (regardless of nationality)
• Historic (and respected) universities – Higher education in Sweden dates back to the 1400s and the country’s universities are well placed in modern rankings, with particular specialisms in Medicine, Life Sciences and related subjects

We’ve studiously avoided making any ABBA references in this section, but if you want a university to take a chance on your research proposal and eventually give you, give you, give you a PhD without charging much money, money, money for fees*. . . well, there are worse destinations to choose than Sweden.

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Swedish universities

There are 39 state-funded universities and equivalent institutions in Sweden, alongside a smaller number of privately funded higher education providers.

Degrees are organised using a three-cycle system , in common with the wider European Higher Education Area . Your PhD in Sweden will be a third-cycle qualification , usually taking place after Bachelors (first cycle) and Masters (second cycle) study.

Universities and university colleges

Higher education providers in Sweden are divided into two types:

• Universities ( universitet ) are large institutions awarding degrees in a broad range of subjects. They carry out original research alongside academic teaching and therefore have the capacity to support and train PhD students.
• University colleges ( högskola ) focus on technical and professional training, often in applied sciences and related subjects. They are less likely to award PhDs but may do so in certain subject areas.

The distinction between these two categories isn’t always obvious or clear from an institution’s name (university colleges may simply refer to themselves as universities). The good news is that you don’t need to worry too much about it. As a PhD student you’re likely to end up studying at a university, but the smaller number of doctoral programmes offered by university colleges are equally rigorous and respected.

Swedish university rankings

Sweden is home to one of Europe’s top-performing higher education systems, at least so far as university rankings are concerned. Of the 38 universities in Sweden, 10 rank within the current Times Higher Education world top 400.

Do rankings matter for PhD study?

University rankings can help you choose a PhD project or programme, provided you know what to look at. Our guide explains how to use rankings as a prospective postgraduate.

PhD structure

A PhD in Sweden represents the highest level of academic achievement for students. As in other countries, the emphasis is on your independent research towards an original thesis that makes a new contribution to knowledge in your field.

Swedish doctoral degrees

Doctoral level study in Sweden takes one of two forms:

A standard PhD in Sweden requires a minimum of four years full-time work (equivalent to 240 ECTS credits ) and awards a full doctorate (along with the all-important title of ‘doctor’).

Alternatively, you may choose to study for a shorter licentiate degree. This generally only requires two years of full-time work towards a shorter and less ambitious thesis (equivalent to 120 ECTS credits ). The Swedish licentiate is similar to the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) offered in the UK or other countries and some students initially enrol for this qualification before upgrading to become full PhD candidates.

The academic year in Sweden runs from August to June with two teaching terms (August to January and January to June) separated by summer and winter holidays. As a PhD student you’ll normally work more flexibly throughout the year, but some additional courses and other activities may be linked to specific teaching periods.

Supervision

You’ll complete your PhD (or licentiate) with the support of two or more expert supervisors whose job it will be to guide your work. Their roles will vary slightly depending on your field:

• Supervisors for Arts , Humanities and some Social Science projects will serve primarily as mentors. They won’t be directly involved in your research, but they will be able to advise on the direction your project is taking.
• Supervisors for Science , Technology , Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) projects may also be carrying out similar research as the lead or principal investigator for the laboratory or research group your PhD is part of. This means they may also work alongside you or even collaborate on some experiments. However, your PhD thesis will still be an independent piece of work, based on your personal findings and analysis.

You’ll always have at least two PhD supervisors, one of whom will be the principal supervisor for your PhD. Some universities also appoint additional assistant supervisors with responsibility for specific tasks (such as training or pastoral care and support).

Your supervisors’ roles and expectations will be set by your university. As a minimum they’ll usually include arranging regular progress meetings, reviewing results and drafts and supporting you as you prepare to submit your thesis. Some additional responsibilities might include identifying and fulfilling training needs or assisting with other aspects of your professional and academic development.

PhD supervision

Our guides explain how to choose (and contact ) a PhD supervisor and introduce the working relationship you'll have with yours as a doctoral student.

Programme structure

Your main focus during a PhD in Sweden will be the original research required for your thesis. You’ll normally begin by assessing the scholarship in your subject (a literature review) before moving on to collecting sources or experimental data and eventually writing up your conclusions and results.

Some universities also offer more structured training alongside your research. This may involve attending short courses and / or attending short courses on research methods and other useful skills for your project.

It’s also common for PhD students at Swedish universities to serve as junior academic staff within their departments or faculties as part of their funding arrangements. If so, you’ll also have additional duties such as teaching or demonstrating.

Assessment and examinations

The assessment of a Swedish PhD is based on the quality of the doctoral thesis you submit at the end of your research. This needs to demonstrate that your work has been original, that it has made a significant contribution to your subject and that you have personally been responsible for designing and carrying out the research involved.

All of these qualities will be formally assessed during a final public defence of your thesis.

This is similar to the viva voce used in the UK and other countries but follows a slightly different procedure. Instead of being examined in private, you will present your thesis to an examining committee in front of an audience that may include other academics, fellow PhD students and your family and friends.

One of the committee will be an external expert (from outside your university) appointed to serve as your ‘opponent’. They will ask questions about your thesis and challenge you to explain your findings and conclusions. Other members of the committee (and audience) may also ask questions.

At the end of the examination your committee will decide whether or not you have successfully defended your thesis and can be awarded your PhD. This ‘live’ examination process may seem daunting, but you should think of it as an appropriate climax for your research, allowing you to assert your expertise and prove your qualification. It’s also quite rare for students to fail at this stage.

Masters study in Sweden

Looking to study a Masters in Sweden? We have all the information you need on our sister site, FindAMasters .

Fees and funding

There are no fees for PhD study in Sweden at state-funded universities (note that this doesn’t apply to Masters or Bachelors degrees). Doctoral programmes are free for EU, EEA and international (non EU) students.

The same applies to application fees – you don’t need to pay these for a PhD in Sweden.

You will need to cover your accommodation and living costs, but support may be available from your university to help with this.

Study grants

It’s common for PhD students in Sweden to also be recognised as staff, subject to an employment contract with their university. If applicable, this pays you to a salary known as a study grant ( utbildningsbidrag ) worth approximately €1,500 per month (but subject to tax).

Your employment status may vary during your PhD. For the first two years you will receive your study grant, but not be entitled to benefits and social security. For the final two years you will normally hold a full employment contract ( anställning ) and be entitled to support during illness, parental leave or other circumstances. More information will be available from your university.

In return for your study grant you will normally be required to carry out some responsibilities within your department, such as teaching undergraduates or assisting with administrative work.

PhD funding

Other scholarships and bursaries for PhD study in Sweden may also be available to help top up (or substitute for) a study grant.

The main source of PhD funding for international students in Sweden is the Swedish Institute (SI). They offer scholarships for students from specific regions including Turkey, the Balkans and the Baltic. More information is available on the official Study in Sweden website.

Other funding may be available from universities in Sweden, or from specific academic organisations and research charities relevant to your subject area. Our guides provide information on a range of PhD scholarships and other funding options .

Applying for a PhD in Sweden

You should apply directly to universities for PhD study in Sweden. How you do so will depend on the kind of project you are interested in:

• PhDs in Science , Technology , Engineering and Mathematics will often be advertised as specific projects. You should view current opportunities and apply according to the guidelines set by specific adverts. This will often mean submitting a personal statement along with your academic CV and references .
• Students in Arts , Humanities and Social Sciences are more likely to put forward their own project ideas. You’ll need to submit a strong research proposal , perhaps after contacting a potential supervisor for guidance and advice.

However you apply, make sure you check the specific requirements and procedure with your university.

Admissions requirements

Swedish universities are free to set their own entry requirements for PhD study . The minimum qualification will usually be a Bachelors degree in an appropriate subject, but a Masters is also desirable – particularly if you’re applying for funding.

Just as important as your previous qualifications will be your ability to demonstrate previous research experience . This could simply be the dissertation project for one or both of your previous degrees, but it’s important that you can show some preparation for the independent research you’ll be doing on your PhD.

The general eligibility criteria for PhD applications in Sweden is similar to most other countries in the EU.

Language requirements

A large proportion of teaching at Swedish universities takes place in English. This means you won’t necessarily need to know Swedish to study abroad in Sweden, but it’s worth checking with the specific university or department you plan to study within. Even if English isn’t required, picking up some language skills will help you settle in and enjoy your degree.

If English isn’t your first language you may need to submit a recognised test score . Exceptions might be made if you’ve completed a previous university degree taught in English.

Your university may invite you for an interview as part of the admissions process (in person, or online). This is a good sign! It means your application is suitably interesting and impressive and the university wants to hear more from you.

Student visas

Visa information for uk students in sweden.

UK students will no longer be EU citizens from the 2021-22 academic year onwards. This means you may be considered as an international student when studying in Sweden. You may be subject to different visa requirements and fee rates, unless otherwise stated.

You won’t need a visa to study in Sweden as a PhD student (student visas are required for visits of less than three months, but your PhD is guaranteed to take longer than this!).

EU, EEA and Nordic students

If you’re a citizen of an EU, EEA or Nordic country (a group that includes Finland, Denmark, Iceland and Norway as well as Sweden) you won’t need a residence permit to live in Sweden during your PhD. However, you will need to register with a local branch of the Swedish Tax Agency ( Skatteverket ).

You’ll need to bring your passport plus any marriage or birth certificates (if you are married and / or have children). You’ll also need to bring proof of admission to a Swedish university and a signed declaration that you have sufficient funds to live on during your PhD (the minimum requirement is €826 per month ).

Other international students

Students from countries outside the EU, EEA and Nordic group must formally apply for a residence permit in order to study in Sweden for longer than three months.

You can do this online. You’ll need to provide copies of your passport, along with proof that you have been admitted to a Swedish university, have paid the first instalment of your tuition fees and can support yourself financially during your PhD the minimum requirement is €826 per month ).

Health insurance

All students in Sweden will need full health insurance. If you already hold a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) you will normally be automatically covered. Alternatively, your university may provide cover as part of your study grant, or offer an affordable policy for you to purchase.

Sweden is a multicultural and inclusive country with plenty of opportunities for talented PhD graduates to apply their skills and expertise. Who knows – your work could be part of the next great Swedish innovation.

Can I work in Sweden after my PhD?

EU, EEA and Nordic students can live and work in Sweden without restriction. Other international students will need to apply for a post-study residence permit , allowing you to stay in Sweden for another six months as you look for work. To obtain this you’ll need to have completed your degree, still be in Sweden and hold a valid passport.

If you are successful in finding a job within six months, you can go on toapply for a work permit. Further information is available from the Swedish Migration Office .

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Entry requirements for doctoral studies

In order to be accepted for doctoral (PhD) studies, the applicant is required to meet the general entry requirements and any special requirements outlined in the position announcement. The applicant must also possess any other abilities required in order to benefit from the education.

General entry requirements

The general entry requirements are met by those who

• have been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or
• have satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle or
• otherwise acquired largely equivalent knowledge.

KTH may exempt an individual applicant from the general entry requirements if there is an extraordinary reason to do so.

Specific entry requirements

 The specific requirements may relate to:

• knowledge from higher education or equivalent studies
• special professional or vocational experience
• necessary language skills or other conditions determined by the programme, subject or project

Language requirements

English language proficiency equivalent to (the Swedish upper secondary school) English course B/6 is required. The requirement can be satisfied through a result equal to, or higher than, those stated in the following internationally recognised English tests:

• TOEFL Paper-based: Score of 4.5 (scale 1-6) in written test, total score of 575. TOEFL ITP is not accepted.
• TOEFL iBT internet-based: Score of 20 (scale 0-30) in written test, total score of 90
• IELTS Academic/IELTS UKVI: A minimum overall mark of 6.5, with no section lower than 5.5
• Cambridge ESOL: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Certificate in Advanced English or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): Minimum score of 90
• University of Michigan, ECPE (Examination for the certificate of Proficiency in English)
• Pearson PTE Academic: Score of 62 (writing 61)

The language requirement can also be fulfilled through previous university and upper secondary school studies. More information on recognised English tests, previous studies, and required documents is provided by University Admissions in Sweden  under information for Master's level.

 Requirements regarding skills in the Swedish language may also be imposed.

Assessment of entry requirements

Entry requirements and prospective students' suitability are assessed at each school by the school's director of third-cycle education.

Foreign Higher Education studies

In most cases, studies that meet the general entry requirements for doctoral (PhD/third-cycle) education in the country where the degree is issued will also meet the general entry requirements for doctoral studies at KTH. If you are unsure about the status of your education, you may contact the Swedish Council for Higher Education  for an evaluation.

Assessment of equivalence

The assessment of equivalence determines whether an applicant's knowledge – acquired in another system – is equivalent to the higher education studies that are normally required for the doctoral subject in question.

Exemption from the general entry requirements

An exemption from the general entry requirements may be granted to an applicant who has not completed courses corresponding to 240 credits but who has already completed advanced (master's/second-cycle) courses corresponding to a minimum of 60 credits, as well as an independent degree project linked to the intended subject of study.

Assessment of suitability

Applicants are judged suitable for doctoral education if they possess the necessary maturity, judgement and capacity for independent critical analysis.

Candidate(s) will be selected from among the applicants who fulfil the requirements for doctoral education. The results of studies at an advanced (master's) level or in the form of independent work are of particular interest in this context, as is the candidate's ability to benefit from the studies (suitability).

The selection process is handled by each school and the final decision is made by the head of school, in consultation with the intended supervisor(s).

The admission process is conducted at the school-level.

Doctoral studies may lead to two qualifications, a licentiate and/or a doctoral degree. Those accepted to studies leading to a doctoral degree may take a licentiate degree as an intermediate stage in their studies. Students accepted to studies leading to a licentiate degree who subsequently wish to pursue studies leading to a doctoral degree must submit a new application and are not guaranteed admission.

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Doctoral student in Political Science

Sapere Aude—dare to be wise—is our motto. Our students and employees develop knowledge and expertise that enrich both people and the world around them. Our academic environment is characterised by ...

Doctoral student in Political Science (psychological defense and disinfo.)

Doctoral student in computer science with a specialisation in software quality.

PhD student in Automatic Control, within SEDDIT

Reference number LiU-2024-02904We have the power of over 40,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping University meeting the challenges of the day. Our fundamental values rest on ...

PhD Student in Machine Learning to Evaluate Generative Models

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Computer ScienceGenerative models will revolutionize many industries and professions, with applications like programming assistants already in use. This rais...

PhD position in microbial bioinformatics

Reference number PAR 2024/609The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive st...

PhD student, Correlative Nanoscale Imaging of Molecular Turnover in Neuronal Stem Cells

Reference number PAR 2024/621The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive st...

Doctoral students in Large Language Model inferencing

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Computer ScienceThe advertised doctoral student positions are within an ambitious, 5-year Wallenberg Scholar project titled “Scalable and adaptive inferencin...

Doctoral student in technology development of spatial workflows

Joakim Lundeberg, Ph.D., Professor in Molecular Biotechnology, was a co-founder of Science for Life Laboratory Sweden in 2010, a national and multi-university effort in large-scale life sciences pr...

PhD Student in Machine learning for radiological precision medicine

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research? To be a doctoral student means to devote oneself to a research project under supervision of experienced researchers and following an indiv...

Doctoral student in design of mining tool material using ICME

This recruitment is within the AIM-NEXT project funded by the Horizon Europe Framework Programme and will be carried out in collaboration with industry. More information: AIM-NEXT | Next generation...

Doctoral student in robotics for fire risk assessment in rural environments

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Machine DesignThe division of Mechatronics, KTH, announces a PhD position in robotics for fire risk estimation in rural environments. The department consists...

Doctoral (PhD) student position in health data science

Do you want to contribute to improving human health?To be a doctoral student means to devote oneself to a research project under supervision of experienced researchers and following an individual s...

Doctoral students in Biomechanics in movement disability

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Engineering MechanicsThe PhD students will join the biomechanics research group at KTH MoveAbility. Our research focuses on technology to decode, measure and...

Doctoral student in Biomechanics: Gait exoskeletons and rehab robotics

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Engineering MechanicsThe PhD student will join the research group at KTH MoveAbility, in biomechanics of human movement, with a focus on development and inno...

Doktorandplats inom nanoteknologi och metabolism

Doctoral student in history.

Doctoral student in small-scale mechanical testing of Ti repairs

This position is for you interested in understanding the cracking mechanism and mechanical compatibility of Ti-based alloy repairs. As a doctoral student at Jönköping University, the working time i...

PhD Student in Generative Modelling of Conversational Dynamics

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Computer ScienceThis project aims to create generative models of spoken conversation that enable speaking machines to adapt their conversation style over tim...

Doctoral student in smart and resilient microgrids

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject:  Electrical EngineeringAs a promising smart grid technology, microgrid has attracted great attention in the modern grid for the renewable energy integration ...

Doctoral student (licentiate) in Resilient Public Transport

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Transport SciencePublic transport is leading the transformation of the transport sector in Sweden through an early transition to renewable fuels. The current...

Doctoral student in Real-Time Systems

Project descriptionEmbedded systems are at the heart of the ongoing digitalisation that transforms all areas of society. Consequently, their complexity is steadily rising. Many of these systems are...

Doctoral Appointment in Biology

Doctoral student in synthetic biology to enhance carbon conversion in cyanobacteria.

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: BiotechnologyThis Ph.D. position is in the Division of Systems Biology, part of the Department of Proteomics. The group of Paul Hudson does research on bacte...

Doctoral student in Biophysics

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Biological PhysicsWe are looking for a doctoral student for a multidisciplinary and collaborative project at the division of Biophysics, Department of Applie...

Doctoral student in protein design

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Chemical science and engineeringSyrén's research group is recruiting a PhD student in protein design. The project, which is funded by SSF, involves research ...

Doctoral student in Acetivibrio thermocellus for sustainable production

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: BiotechnologyThe overall purpose of this project is to develop Acetivibrio thermocellus as a next-generation robust microbial cell factory that can convert (...

Doctoral student in underwater communication and signal processing

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Information and Communication TechnologyThe Nord Stream incident has demonstrated the vulnerability of critical underwater infrastructure, such as gas pipeli...

Doctoral student in Underwater Robotics and Machine Learning

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject:  Computer Science The project involves the use of multiple autonomous underwater vehicles to inspect and monitor an area quickly.  The use of machine learnin...

Doctoral student in Digital Learning

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Technology and LearningThe Digital Learning research group, part of the Department for Learning, explores how technology can support education and learning. ...

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