What is a short-term mobility?
A short-term mobility is an opportunity to study as an exchange student for a period shorter than an entire academic semester.
Why choose a short-term mobility?
- Small time commitment. Big life experience
Short mobilities are perfect if you want to internationalize your studies without spending an entire semester abroad. - Easy to fit into your studies
Designed to slot smoothly into most study plans. - Try something you can’t find at home
Explore unique courses and teaching styles while experiencing a new academic culture. - Learn Swedish (and impress your friends!)
Pick up a new language and gain cultural insight along the way. - Grow your global network
Meet students from around the world, connect with professors, and gain fresh perspectives. - Make your CV stand out
International experience signals adaptability, curiosity, and global competence. - Discover northern Sweden
Think snowy forests, auroras, midnight sun, cozy cafés, and nature right outside your classroom.
How to apply for a short-term mobility?
For all courses
All students who wish to apply for a short-term mobility are welcome to follow the same process and deadlines available for semester students.
For example, you may apply for courses held during the period January-February by applying by the same deadline as semester students.
Timeline for exchange students
Late applications for May-June period
If you wish to send a late application for the May-June period, you may exclusively apply for the courses listed below, and these applications will be processed on a first come first served basis:
- Modernism in Sweden: Art, Architecture, and Literature - 7,5 ECTS
- Exploring Swden - 7,5 ECTS
- Journalism, Media, and Communications in Sweden - 7,5 ECTS
- Democracy, Human Rights, and Sustainability: Global Perspective in Education – 7,5 ECTS
- Sami and Old Norse Religion/Nordic Religions - 7,5 ECTS
- Swedish Culinary Traditions - 7,5 ECTS
- Personality Psychology - 7,5 ECTS
- Finance - 7,5 ECTS
- Managerial Accounting - 7,5 ECTS
- Organizational Change - 7,5 ECTS
In order to apply in this application round you need to follow the steps below:
- Your home university exchange coordinator nominates you between 1 January – 1 February.
- All nominated students must complete their nomination and application by following the instructions sent to them via email. Instructions will be sent via email to all students at the same time (make sure to check your spam folder for emails from Solemove!) Applications will be processed on a first come first served basis until the 15 February.
How long does a short-term mobility last?
If you apply for one 7,5 credits full-time course, your mobility will last approximately five weeks.
Which courses can I apply for?
Browse the course catalogue for exchange students via the link below by filtering by course start in order to find courses relevant to you. For example, if you wish to come to Umeå during the January-February period, filter by Course start (week starting on) - 19 January.
Exchange student courses
What accommodation options are available?
After being admitted as an exchange student you can apply for housing through Umeå University's Accommodation Service. Please not that accomodation is not guaranteed.
For other accommodation options visit:
Finding a home
Do you have any questions about the application process for short-term mobilities?
Contact us at: incoming.io@umu.se
Join the Buddy Programme!
You will have the opportunity to take part in the Buddy Programme with other exchange students and participate in social activities.
Visit our Buddy Programme webpage.
Do you have questions about the residence permit requirements for studying in Sweden?
For questions concerning visa please reach out to the Swedish Migration Agency.
We also recommend reading about the requirements for citizens of non-EU countries. Some of you may not need a residence permit for a short-term stay (under 90 days).
