Summary of the advantages of studying in Sweden
1. Summary of the advantages of studying in Sweden
1, beautiful environment
Sweden has picturesque scenery and beautiful environment, which is very suitable for living. Studying in such a comfortable place is perfect for students who want to have a good study abroad life.
2. Good educational environment
Most Swedish universities teach in English, which is highly internationalized. Many universities offer postgraduate and undergraduate English majors, which is one of the reasons for attracting international students. Domestic students should not worry that the language is not good enough to adapt to the local environment. In addition, students can learn Swedish, and mastering one more foreign language is very beneficial to their future graduation and employment.
It is easy to apply for a visa.
Sweden has low visa requirements and high success rate: as long as you get the admission notice from the universities of the four Nordic countries, the visa will basically pass 100%.
4. Cost saving
Domestic working families can generally afford to study in Sweden, because the average annual tuition fee is about 6,543,800 yuan and the annual living expenses are about 50,000-60,000 yuan. The net cost of a China student studying in Sweden for one year can be estimated to be about RMB 6,543,800+0.5 million. A three-year undergraduate course and a one-to-two-year master's degree will not cause too much pressure on the family. Compared with hundreds of thousands of study abroad expenses in Britain and America, the study abroad expenses are relatively economical.
5. You can make money part-time.
International students can work legally in Sweden, not only to increase their income, but also to exercise themselves, and their income is also very considerable. The minimum part-time hourly wage stipulated by the Swedish government is about 100- 120 RMB, and you can work legally every week 16-20 hours. It is suggested to take a part-time job on the premise of ensuring your studies, so as not to delay your studies, repeat grades or be dropped out of school. Weekends and winter and summer vacations are good working hours.
6. A generous scholarship
Sweden has introduced many new policies aimed at attracting more international students to study in Sweden. In the past two years, the Swedish government and universities have set up many scholarship programs to provide preferential policies for international students to reduce or even waive tuition fees and provide monthly living allowances. Most scholarships are for graduate students. At present, there are several kinds of scholarships that China students can apply for: bilateral scholarships, visiting scholarships, Swedish Foreign Exchange Committee scholarships, erasmus mundus program, and on-campus scholarships established by Swedish universities.
7. This school ranks well
Chalmers university of technology, Lund University and Yan University are recommended.
Chalmers university of technology: The top university of technology in Europe is an excellent choice for students interested in science and engineering.
Lund University: Sweden's comprehensive university is one of the top 100 universities in the world. There are eight departments and many scientific research centers and academic institutions. Environmental science, life science, physics and astronomy, civil engineering, logistics, electrical engineering and mechanical engineering, medicine and biological science, mathematics, law, finance, communication and media studies are the dominant majors of the school, and the international professional rankings are also very high.
2. Common language problems in studying in Sweden
1. Can you communicate in English?
Although the official language of Sweden is not English, the English penetration rate here is as high as 70%, and basically all young people can speak English, so everyone can communicate freely in English in their daily study and life.
So even if you don't know Swedish, it won't have much influence on your life, and most of the classes in school are English, so it's more convenient to learn another language.
Second, what should I do if I make a mistake in English?
It takes a while to switch languages, but English is not the mother tongue of Sweden, so their spoken English is actually quite casual. As long as the basic meaning is clearly expressed, grammatical errors will not have much impact.
However, we should devote ourselves to improving our spoken English. It doesn't matter if we make a mistake, just correct it next time. Daily communication can improve our language ability and indirectly affect our reading and writing ability.
Third, what should I do if I don't understand in class?
Even if you have achieved excellent results in the English proficiency test, you may still be unable to understand when you enter the classroom, which will seriously affect your study.
The way is naturally to receive language training and enter language courses; If you just can't get used to speaking fast, you can record with a voice recorder and take notes after class.
4. Do you need to learn Swedish?
Learning one more language is good for everyone, but it's not bad. You can still spare some energy to learn some commonly used Swedish within your ability. After all, it is easier to get a good impression by communicating in your mother tongue.
Therefore, you can consider adding more local friends in Sweden, so that you can talk to someone and exercise. Of course, the most important thing is to expand your communication, which will help you reduce your thoughts on life and better integrate into local life.
3. Conditions for studying abroad in Sweden
First, the undergraduate application conditions
1, education certificate: high school diploma.
2. Language requirements: Good English, TOEFL score of at least 500-550;
3. Proficiency in Swedish: You must be able to attend classes, take notes, read reference books and pass the national Swedish proficiency test sponsored by Sweden *; To do this, you need to study Swedish for at least one year in Sweden;
4. Financial guarantee: The undergraduate study period is long. You must provide financial guarantee for the whole study period, about 300,000 kroner, before you can get an entry visa and residence permit in Sweden.
Second, the preparation of Swedish visa materials
1. Diploma and report card of senior high school or above certified by the Consular Section of the Swedish Embassy in China and stamped with the official seal of the issuing authority;
2. English or French, German and Swedish translations of the above-mentioned documents translated by authoritative organizations;
3. internationally certified English proficiency test transcripts;
4. Swedish proficiency certificate;
5. Economic security.
Third, considerations for studying in Sweden
1, it is necessary to confirm whether the intermediary agency has the qualifications of relevant domestic departments.
2. Confirm whether the school is formal. Foreign formal schools generally have websites.
3. Complete the necessary undergraduate study in China, and then study abroad. You will encounter many unexpected problems as soon as you graduate from high school, such as Swedish.
4. Experience of studying in Sweden
1, clothes
It is very cheap to buy clothes in Sweden, and the quality is very good. It often rains in Sweden, so waterproof clothes are generally sold well here, and shoes should be waterproof here. Sweden is generally not very cold in winter, because there is heating in the room. You don't need to bring those thick sweaters. You must bring a hat and gloves. The outdoor temperature is still a little low. You can also bring two thick coats. It is also necessary to wear a thick coat when going out in winter. When you come to study in Sweden, you should bring two clothes every season. Although clothes in Sweden are very cheap, the weather here is changeable, so you should take some clothes for backup. If you have formal clothes in China, bring them with you, so you don't have to buy them temporarily on formal occasions.
Step 2 eat
Although there are still many local cuisines in Sweden, some students are still not used to Swedish food. You can bring some domestic sauces, and some domestic sauces are also bought in supermarkets in Sweden. If you don't have much luggage, you can bring a smaller rice cooker to cook and stew. Even if you don't like the food here, you can cook by yourself. The opening hours of Swedish shops are very short. They usually start at 10 in the morning and finish at 3 pm, which is not friendly to students and office workers at all. They can only go shopping in their spare time.
Step 3 be alive
In different schools in Sweden, their dormitory situation is different, which is reflected in the price and dormitory specifications. Swedish schools also need to apply for dormitories, and you can live in cheaper dormitories if you apply early. Internet life in the school dormitory is also free, and there is no need to pay extra internet fees. If renting your own house is more expensive, if you want to live near the school or have convenient transportation, the rent is generally more expensive.
Step 4: ok
If you live in the dormitory of the school, you can go directly to the classroom. If you rent a house outside, you can go to school by bus or by bike. It's expensive to buy a bicycle, but you can buy it second-hand, which is much cheaper.
5. luggage preparation list for studying in Sweden
1, clothing category
Winter in Sweden is very long, but there is enough heating in the room. For students who are afraid of the cold, it is recommended to bring a thick down jacket and a few thin thick autumn trousers. Students who like sports can bring 1-2 sets of sportswear, and sports-related products are more expensive in Sweden. Don't take too many shoes, a pair of sports shoes, a pair in winter and a pair in spring and autumn. Spring in Sweden is colder than that in China, so you need to prepare a coat that can keep out the wind, and you can also bring a waterproof coat, which is convenient for traveling in rainy days. Boys can bring suits, and girls can bring dresses or shirts.
2. necessities of life
Many China students studying in Sweden cook their own meals. You can bring a set of portable tableware and a rice cooker, because Swedish rice cookers are not only expensive but also single-functional. Students who enter school in autumn can bring a small blanket and a four-piece suit. You can buy quilts in the supermarket after you settle down, and the price will not be very expensive. Don't bring a lot of stationery, such as pens, refills, pencils, notebooks, etc. Bring more German standard conversion plugs, and you can bring a German standard international plug and a multi-purpose charging plug.
3. Certificate category
The original documents you need to bring are passport, driver's license, bank card, residence permit, student diploma and report card. Documents to be printed include school admission certificate, accommodation contract and scholarship documents. There is also cash to carry with you, which can be exchanged for a small amount of cash. Although in Sweden, electronic cards and bank cards are basically used for payment, students who just went to Sweden have some cash on them.
4. Others
Suggested items: I suggest you bring a password lock, vacuum storage bag, sewing box, anti-theft bag for travel, sleeping bag, towel, toiletries and so on.
Not recommended: recording pens are not recommended, and there is almost no time to listen. Lunch boxes and kitchen utensils are basically available in supermarkets in Sweden, and the prices are not much more expensive than those in China.
There are still some items you are not sure if you need to bring. You can decide whether to bring it according to your own needs and the weight of your luggage.