Study Abroad: Swedish as a Foreign Language
Source: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/study-abroad-swedish-as-a-foreign-language-levels-1-8-SFSH60?LU=E6100 Parent: https://www.lunduniversity.lu.se/study/study-opportunities-lund-university/exchange-and-study-abroad/study-abroad-programmes
Course • Bachelor's level • 60 credits
Want to live, work, or study in Sweden? This intensive course helps you learn Swedish from scratch and reach a level that opens doors to university studies and professional life in Sweden – all in just two semesters.
Start
Autumn 2026
Level
Bachelor's
Language
English
Place of study
Lund
Course code
SFSH60
- Overview
- Teaching and learning
- After the course
Overview
SFSH60 is a full-time Swedish language course designed for complete beginners. You'll progress rapidly, and in just one academic year, you’ll gain the skills needed to study or work in Sweden. Whether you're aiming for further studies, a career in Sweden, or a language qualification for professional licensing, this course gives you a strong foundation.
No previous knowledge of Swedish is required, and we welcome students from all over the world.
A pass in Module 8 meets the Swedish language requirement for university admission in Sweden.
Course syllabus
The syllabus contains the formal and legal details of the entire course. It’s a legal document outlining the course structure and requirements, intended mainly for administrative use.
Teaching and learning
The course is taught on campus in Lund, with lessons 3-4 days a week. You’ll learn through:
- interactive lectures
- group work and discussions
- practical language exercises
- seminars and presentations.
Each lesson is built around real-life themes and includes communicative activities to help you use Swedish in everyday situations. You’ll also explore Swedish grammar, pronunciation, and writing techniques.
The course runs over two semesters (60 ECTS). To continue to the second semester, you must pass level 4 in the first semester.\
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
- understand Swedish in TV programmes, films, and lectures
- read and analyse articles, reports, and literary texts
- write clear, structured texts for academic and practical use
- speak confidently in discussions and presentations
- use Swedish in both formal and informal settings.
You’ll also have learnt about:
- Swedish grammar and pronunciation
- different styles and registers of Swedish
- techniques for summarising and referencing
- current topics in Swedish society and media
- Swedish culture from an international perspective.
The assessment is based on written and oral exams at the end of each module.
After the course
After completing the course, you’ll have the Swedish proficiency needed for higher education and many professional roles in Sweden. A pass from level 8 is equivalent to Svenska 3 from Swedish upper secondary school or a passing result on the TISUS test.
This course is also suitable if you’re applying for a professional licence from the National Board of Health and Welfare, or if you want to build a future career in Sweden.
- Dates
- Requirements and selection
- Tuition fees
Dates
Autumn Semester 2026
Closed for applications.
Lund - Full time 100%
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Start
31 August 2026
31 Aug 2026
End
6 June 2027
6 Jun 2027
Form
Normal learning
Pace
Full time
Language
English
City
Lund
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Requirements and selection
Prerequisites
General requirements for university studies in Sweden
Selection criteria
Seats are allocated according to the following: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 34 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 34 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 32 %. If students have equal credentials, seats are allocated based on their results on The Swedish National University Aptitude Test. If this too is equal, seats are allocated based on a draw.
Tuition fees
Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens
Citizens of countries outside:
- The European Union (EU)
- The European Economic Area (EEA) and
- Switzerland
are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each \ semester.
Tuition fees, payments and exemptions
Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 125,000 \ First payment: SEK 62,500
Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.
No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland
There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.
Overview
SFSH60 is a full-time Swedish language course designed for complete beginners. You'll progress rapidly, and in just one academic year, you’ll gain the skills needed to study or work in Sweden. Whether you're aiming for further studies, a career in Sweden, or a language qualification for professional licensing, this course gives you a strong foundation.
No previous knowledge of Swedish is required, and we welcome students from all over the world.
A pass in Module 8 meets the Swedish language requirement for university admission in Sweden.
Teaching and learning
The course is taught on campus in Lund, with lessons 3-4 days a week. You’ll learn through:
- interactive lectures
- group work and discussions
- practical language exercises
- seminars and presentations.
Each lesson is built around real-life themes and includes communicative activities to help you use Swedish in everyday situations. You’ll also explore Swedish grammar, pronunciation, and writing techniques.
The course runs over two semesters (60 ECTS). To continue to the second semester, you must pass level 4 in the first semester.\
By the end of the course, you’ll be able to:
- understand Swedish in TV programmes, films, and lectures
- read and analyse articles, reports, and literary texts
- write clear, structured texts for academic and practical use
- speak confidently in discussions and presentations
- use Swedish in both formal and informal settings.
You’ll also have learnt about:
- Swedish grammar and pronunciation
- different styles and registers of Swedish
- techniques for summarising and referencing
- current topics in Swedish society and media
- Swedish culture from an international perspective.
The assessment is based on written and oral exams at the end of each module.
After the course
After completing the course, you’ll have the Swedish proficiency needed for higher education and many professional roles in Sweden. A pass from level 8 is equivalent to Svenska 3 from Swedish upper secondary school or a passing result on the TISUS test.
This course is also suitable if you’re applying for a professional licence from the National Board of Health and Welfare, or if you want to build a future career in Sweden.
Dates
Autumn Semester 2026
Closed for applications.
Lund - Full time 100%
Apply now
Start
31 August 2026
31 Aug 2026
End
6 June 2027
6 Jun 2027
Form
Normal learning
Pace
Full time
Language
English
City
Lund
Apply now
Requirements and selection
Prerequisites
General requirements for university studies in Sweden
Selection criteria
Seats are allocated according to the following: The general average (GPA) of your higher secondary school leaving certificate: 34 %, The Swedish national university aptitude test: 34 %, number of previous ECTS at application deadline (up to 165): 32 %. If students have equal credentials, seats are allocated based on their results on The Swedish National University Aptitude Test. If this too is equal, seats are allocated based on a draw.
Tuition fees
Tuition fees for non-EU/EEA citizens
Citizens of countries outside:
- The European Union (EU)
- The European Economic Area (EEA) and
- Switzerland
are required to pay tuition fees. You pay an instalment of the tuition fee in advance of each \ semester.
Tuition fees, payments and exemptions
Full programme/course tuition fee: SEK 125,000 \ First payment: SEK 62,500
Note that you may also need to pay an application fee, or provide proof of exemption.
No tuition fees for citizens of the EU, EEA and Switzerland
There are no tuition fees for citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.
Contact us
Academic advisor
Peter Marthinsson
Email: peter.marthinsson@sol.lu.se