Studying abroad
Dreaming about studying abroad? This page has a compilation of practical information.
Applications for exchange places for the spring semester of 2026 are open 2 June–18 July 2025. Read more about the application form and instructions here.
Why study abroad?
There are many reasons for studying abroad. It will give you opportunities to:
- Broaden your education by studying courses that are not available in Sweden.
- Improve your language skills in both English and the language of your host country.
- Get to know a foreign culture and environment.
- Make friends and contacts in other countries.
- Develop on a personal level from facing new challenges.
- Make yourself more attractive on the labour market.
Read more about the application process
Apply to study abroad
Do you want to study abroad? Fantastic! This page has all the information you need about applying for exchange studies at Södertörn University’s international partner universities.
Find an exchange that suits you
Exchange agreements and programmes
Read more about Södertörn University’s exchange agreements and programmes for studying abroad.
Where can I go on an exchange?
Södertörn University has exchange places at almost 100 foreign universities, all around the world. A list of the university’s partner universities is available here.
More information about exchange studies is available here
Studying abroad independently
The page has information about what to do if you want to apply to study abroad independently.
Selection process and advantageous activities
How do applicants compete for exchange places and what can I do to increase my chances of getting a place on an exchange?
Minor Field Studies (MFS)
Minor Field Studies is a scholarship of SEK 35,000 funded by Sweden’s aid agency, SIDA. The scholarship gives you, as a student at Södertörn University, the opportunity to conduct a field study in a developing country to collect material for your C- or D-thesis.
Studying abroad if you have a disability
Do you have a permanent disability and want to study abroad? You may be able to receive extra support during your exchange. If your exchange is part of the Erasmus programme, you can apply for extra financial support.
Foreign traineeship
Gain valuable work experience by doing your internship abroad. During your international internship, you will have the chance to make connections, improve your language skills, get to know a foreign culture and environment, while also adding merits to your CV.
Grants, funding and insurance
When you have decided to study or go on a placement abroad, issues of funding, insurance and other practical questions may arise.
Grants, funding and insurance
Studying abroad – grants and funding
This section has information about funding for exchange studies.
Studying abroad - Insurance
Här hittar du information om finansiering och försäkring under dina utbytesstudier.
Drop-in
Do you have any questions about going on an exchange? Drop by the university’s Infocenter or join or Zoom sessions if you have quick questions.
During the drop-in hours you can meet an officer from the International Office, who will provide support with questions regarding exchange studies. You can meet us on Zoom. Our drop-in hours are provided below.
We help one student at a time during Zoom drop-ins, so you may have to wait before being admitted to the Zoom room.
- 9 april, 13:00-14:00 on Zoom
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- 7 May, 13:00-14:00 on Zoom External link, opens in new window.
- 14 May, 11:00-12:00 on Zoom External link, opens in new window.
- 4 June: 13:00-14:00 on Zoom External link, opens in new window.
- 11 June,11:00-12:00 on Zoom External link, opens in new window.
Page updated
28-05-2025