How to apply
The courses are open to all international students for autumn 2026, which includes students under formal exchange agreements and students in degree programmes. There are different application procedures for different student groups, and therefore it is important to read the instructions below carefully.
Important information for Spring 2027 exchange students
We regret that Swedish language courses are not available in Spring 2027.
If you would like to learn more about Sweden, we offer several English-taught courses on Swedish culture, history and society, including:
- Swedish Culinary Traditions
- Exploring Sweden
- Sami and Old Norse Religion / Nordic Religions
View all Spring 2027 courses for exchange students
For exchange students
Application instructions
Exchange students should apply to the courses via the unique link received from Solemove. Exchange students should only apply through this link, any other applications are invalid and will be deleted.
Exchange students are permitted to apply for the course(s) in addition to the 30-credit limit, i.e. it is possible to be admitted to 30 credits plus a Swedish course.
Exchange students with a higher level of Swedish who wish to study courses through the medium of Swedish (i.e. alongside Swedish students) should contact the International Office.
Please note: Umeå University will not offer Swedish language courses for incoming exchange students in 2027.
For tuition fee-paying students and scholarship holders
Tuition fee-paying students and scholarship holders will be contacted regarding the possibility to study a Swedish course free of charge.
The course will not contribute to a student’s degree. If a tuition fee-paying student or scholarship holder wishes to study a Swedish course and receive credits, they will need to apply for the course and pay a separate invoice for the course.
Information about Swedish language courses and enrolment opportunities will be provided at a later date.
For programme students from the EU
Programme students from the EU may also apply for our Swedish course(s). Programme students should apply directly on antagning.se.
Any enquiries regarding entry requirements, the application process, course content, timetables, admission tests etc., please fill out the contact form on the Student services and support page.
Learning Swedish outside of the classroom
If you are unable to study a Swedish course, here are some tips on how to learn Swedish beyond the classroom.
Join the Buddy Programme and ask your buddies if they can teach you some Swedish.
Join Vän i Umeå, a local organisation that organises activities and match new Umeå residents with established Umeå residents, so that you have a "Friend in Umeå".
Visit any of the city’s Language Cafés.
- Search for ‘Language Café Umeå’ on Facebook to find events.
- Language café at Umeå city library.
- Language café through Vän i Umeå.
