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PhD programmes

When you apply for a phd programme in sweden, you’re actually applying for a job. yeah, you read that right. 👀.

“Do a master’s here – I’d say it’s a very good step to doing a PhD in Sweden. I did my master’s at Malmö University and now I’m doing a PhD at Lund University” – Sanjay, Malmö University. Photo: Oskar Omne

So that means – no tuition fees, no scholarships. But you’ll receive a monthly salary instead. Nice, eh? And that’s why available PhD positions are listed on a university’s job board.

How to apply for a PhD position? You’ll apply directly to the university.

Just so you know, there’s no centralised application process. And things like requirements and application dates? This kind of stuff is decided by each department. But we do know that you’ll need to have a master’s degree – in the same field of study – and a great level of English to apply for a PhD here. You might even need to be fluent in Swedish. But that’ll depend on the subject.

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PhD studies at Stockholm University

Stockholm University stands as an attractive destination for those considering PhD studies. With a strong commitment to research excellence and a growing network of international collaborations, the university offers a favourable environment for advanced research and academic growth.

Stockholm University has a long tradition of research excellence spanning various fields of study, both in the humanities, social sciences, and natural sciences. Many faculty members are at the forefront of their respective disciplines, producing influential research that addresses pressing global challenges and contributing to the shaping of industries, policies and societies.

Doctoral students are employees

Moreover, Stockholm University recognizes international collaborations as an essential part of scientific research, thus actively fosters partnerships with esteemed institutions and scholars from around the world. This global perspective enriches the academic experience for PhD candidates, providing valuable insights and opportunities for cross-cultural engagement.

• Stockholm University is one of the 100 highest-ranked universities in the world and one of the top 50 universities in Europe
• We offer a wide range of research subjects within science and human science
• There are no tuition fees for doctoral education in Sweden
• Doctoral students are employees at SU and  receive salary and other standard benefits of employment.

Available PhD positions

As the academia constitutes the cradle of knowledge, I am proud of being part of this community which actively contributes in the generation of innovative ideas which target to solve everyday problems. I also enjoy the close connection to the industry in Sweden.

- Varvara Apostolopoulou Kalkavoura

Read the full interview with Varvara

Doctoral studies in Sweden

Our doctoral studies take four years and result in a degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), the highest academic degree in Sweden. During this period you will both take advanced courses in your field of interest and work in a original research project.  However, after two years, you might have the possibility to take an intermediate degree of licentiate.

Admission requirements

To be admitted to PhD studies, you need to meet the general entry requirements, the specific entry requirements, and have the ability to successfully complete your studies.

General entry requirements include a completed master’s degree from a Swedish university or at least 240 higher education credits including at least 60 at the master’s level, or the corresponding international equivalents.

Institutions may have specific eligibility requirements. Verify the requirements for your area of interest with the relevant institution.

How to apply

One thing that differentiates PhD programmes at Stockholm University and Sweden from those elsewhere is that most of our PhD students are treated like full employees of the university. PhD positions are posted alongside other jobs on our website and applications are made for specific positions. PhD positions can be announced once or twice per year, depending on funding availability.

Before sending your application, you can check the department’s website for further information about the faculty and the possibilities connected with the PhD position. You can also find specific information about the application process in the announce for the position, along with the contact person if you have further questions.

There is usually an opportunity to apply for doctoral studies both in the autumn and spring. On the institutions' websites about doctoral studies, you can find the specific dates applicable to that institution. You can also see the current doctoral positions advertised. 

Find available PhD vacancies at Stockholm University

Funding and financing doctoral studies

In most cases, doctoral students are treated as employees at Stockholm University, which means they receive a salary and other standard benefits of employment.  There is even the possibility for you to extend your period of studies by working with teaching or administrative tasks within your department, up to 20% of a full-time position, which can result in a full extra year of employment as PhD student.

However, it is possible to pursue doctoral studies at Stockholm University also in case you have an external scholarship or special agreement with a company or other external employers. In these special cases, you will be subject to your employer-specific conditions only, and be considered solely a student at Stockholm University.

Residence permits (if applicable)

If you are an international student from a country outside the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA), or Switzerland and you plan to pursue a PhD in Sweden, you will need a residence permit to study in the country. The residence permit is required for stays longer than three months.

You will find more information on the Swedish Migration Agency's website:

Residence permit for doctoral studies

Faculty information

Faculty of science.

Research at the Faculty of Science covers broad knowledge areas, ranging from the elementary particles of atomic nuclei to the outermost limits of the universe, for example. Several of the faculty's institutions have been behind discoveries and scientific breakthroughs that receive recognition worldwide.

The Stockholm University BioResearch School organizes PhD courses for students at any of the Biology departments at SU no matter their subject area.

Stockholm University BioResearch School

Faculty of Humanities

Research in the humanities maintains high quality, with a wide range of subjects, allowing university researchers to engage in collaborative efforts across scientific domains. Philosophy, history, art and literary studies, journalism, linguistics, and Swedish as a second language for the deaf are examples of subjects in which research is conducted.

Those admitted to doctoral education have the opportunity to participate in the Faculty of Humanities Research School.

Faculty of Humanities Research School

Faculty of Law

The Faculty of Law achieves nationally leading and internationally outstanding research. The researcher's freedom characterizes the scientific work. Legal discussions are expected to be lively, open, and ongoing.

Faculty of Social Sciences

The Faculty of Social Sciences conducts qualified and high-quality research within its various established disciplines and interdisciplinary research fields. Strong connections to current challenges for society and politics generate central research questions.

The Faculty of Social Sciences offers doctoral education courses for those admitted to an institution belonging to the Faculty of Social Sciences.

Doctoral Education Courses

Research subjects at Stockholm University

Research infrastructures at Stockholm University

The departments provide education at the PhD level

The individual departments often publish specific information doctoral studies programmes at their respective website.  All institutions offering education at the PhD level are categorized into the following fields: humanities, languages, social sciences, and law, as well as natural sciences.

Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies

• General Archaeology
• Ancient Culture and Society
• Laboratory Archaeology
• Osteoarchaeology

Doctoral studies at the Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies

Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

• Languages and Cultures of Asia
• Languages and Cultures of the Middle East

Doctoral studies at the Department of Asian and Middle Eastern Studies

Department of Culture and Aesthetics

• History of Ideas
• Art History
• Literary Studies
• Theatre Studies
• Media and Communication Studies
• Fashion Studies
• Film Studies

Doctoral studies at the Department of Culture and Aesthetics

Department of History

Doctoral studies at the Department of History

Department of Philosophy

• Practical Philosophy
• Theoretical Philosophy

Doctoral studies at the Department of Philosophy

Department of Teaching and Learning

• Didactics of Mathematics
• Didactics of Natural Sciences
• Language Didactics
• Subject Didactics with a focus on the didactics of aesthetic, humanistic, or social science subjects

Doctoral studies at the Department of Teaching and Learning

Department of English

Doctoral studies at the Department of English

Department of Linguistics

• Linguistics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Linguistics

Department of Romance and Classical Languages

• Romance Languages
• Classical Languages

Doctoral studies at the Department of Romance and Classical Languages

Department of Slavic and Baltic Studies, Finnish, Dutch and German

• Baltic Languages
• Slavic Languages

Doctoral studies at the Department of Slavic and Baltic Studies, Finnish, Dutch and German

Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism

• Nordic Languages
• Bilingualism
• Translation Studies

Doctoral studies at the Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism

Social sciences and law

Department of child and youth studies.

• Child and Youth Studies
• Preschool Didactics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Child and Youth Studies

Department of Computer and Systems Sciences

• Computer and Systems Sciences
• Information Society

Doctoral studies at the Department of Computer and Systems Sciences

Department of Criminology

• Criminology

Doctoral studies at the Department of Criminology

Department of Economic History and International Relations

• Economic History
• International Relations

Doctoral studies at the Department of Economic History and International Relations

Department of Economics

Doctoral studies is provided in collaboration with:

Institute for International Economic Studies (IIES)

Swedish institute for social research (sofi).

Programs at the doctoral level at the Department of Economics

Department of Education 

Doctoral studies at the Department of Education

Department of Human Geography

• Geography with a Cultural Geography focus

Doctoral studies at the Department of Human Geography

Department of Political Science

• Political Science

Doctoral studies at the Department of Political Science

Department of Psychology

Doctoral studies at the Department of Psychology

Department of Public Health Sciences

• Public Health Sciences

Doctoral studies at the Department of Public Health Science

Department of Social Anthropology

• Social Anthropology

Doctoral studies at the Department of Social Anthropology

Department of Sociology

• Sociological Demography

Studies at the doctoral level at the Department of Sociology

Department of Social Work

• Social Work

Doctoral studies at the Department of Social Work

Department of Special Education

• Special Education

Doctoral studies at the Department of Special Education

Department of Statistics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Statistics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Teaching and Learnin

• International Economics
• Research and higher education in economics

Doctoral studies in Economics

Stockholm Business School

• Business Administration
• Financial Economics

Doctoral studies at Stockholm Business School

• Doctoral candidates at SOFI are enrolled in either the Department of Sociology or the Department of Economics.

Doctoral studies at the Swedish Institute for Social Research

Department of Law

• Jurisprudence

Doctoral studies at the Department of Law  

Natural Sciences

Department of ecology, environment and plant sciences.

• Ecology and Evolution
• Ecotoxicology
• Marine Biology
• Plant Physiology
• Plant Systematics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Ecology, Environment and Plant Sciences  

Department of Molecular Biosciences, Wenner-Gren Institute

• Molecular Biosciences

Doctoral studies at the Department of Molecular Biosciences, Wenner-Gren Institute

Department of Zoology

• Functional Zoomorphology
• Population Genetics
• Zoological Ecology
• Zoological Systematics and Evolution

Doctoral studies at the Department of Zoology

Stockholm Resilience Centre

• Sustainability Science

Doctoral studies at Stockholm Resilience Centre

Earth and Environmental Sciences

Department of geological sciences.

• Geochemistry
• Marine Geology

Doctoral studies at the Department of Geological Sciences  

Department of Environmental Science

• Environmental Science

Doctoral studies at the Department of Environmental Science

Department of Physical Geography

• Physical Geography

Doctoral studies at the Department of Physical Geography

Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics Biophysics

• Biochemistry
• Biochemistry towards bioinformatics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Biochemistry and Biophysics  

Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry

• Analytical Chemistry
• Physical Chemistry
• Materials Chemistry
• Neurochemistry with Molecular biology
• Inorganic Chemistry

Doctoral studies at the Department of Materials and Environmental Chemistry  

Department of Organic Chemistry

• Organic Chemistry

Doctoral studies at the Department of Organic Chemistry

Math/Physics

Department of physics.

• Chemical Physics
• Medical Radiation Physics
• Theoretical Physics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Physics  

Department of Astronomy

Doctoral studies at the Department of Astronomy  

Department of Mathematics

• Computational Mathematics
• Mathematics
• Mathematical Statistics

Doctoral studies at the Department of Mathematics

Department of Meteorology

• Atmospheric Science and Oceanography

Doctoral studies at the Department of Meteorology

For a general study plan in any natural science subject, please contact  [email protected].

The graduation ceremony

Every year, over 200 PhD students defend their thesis at Stockholm Universit, and get a chance to celebrate their achievement at the Stockholm City Hall.

Opportunities abroad for PhD students

There are several ways to participate in international mobility experiences during your PhD studies.

Find possible exchange opportunities for PhD students here

Available PhD Student Positions

On the employee web portal PhD students will find more detailed information about the dissertation defence process .

Last updated: February 6, 2024

Source: Offices of Human Science and Science, Communications Office and Student Services

19 Best universities for Biotechnology in Sweden

Updated: February 29, 2024

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Below is a list of best universities in Sweden ranked based on their research performance in Biotechnology. A graph of 1.4M citations received by 33.9K academic papers made by 19 universities in Sweden was used to calculate publications' ratings, which then were adjusted for release dates and added to final scores.

We don't distinguish between undergraduate and graduate programs nor do we adjust for current majors offered. You can find information about granted degrees on a university page but always double-check with the university website.

1. Karolinska Institute

For Biotechnology

2. Lund University

3. Uppsala University

4. University of Gothenburg

5. Umea University

6. Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

7. Linkoping University

8. Chalmers University of Technology

9. Stockholm University

10. KTH Royal Institute of Technology

11. Boras University College

12. Malmo University

13. Lulea University of Technology

14. Orebro University

15. Malardalen University

16. Mid Sweden University

17. Linnaeus University

18. Karlstad University

19. University of Skovde

The best cities to study Biotechnology in Sweden based on the number of universities and their ranks are Stockholm , Lund , Uppsala , and Gothenburg .

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Ph.D. studies

The Department of Molecular Biology has an active research education programme involving 40 to 50 PhD students .

The PhD programme encompasses Molecular biology research projects in Genetics, Cell Biology, Microbiology, Animal Physiology, Tumour Biology, Developmental Biology, and Biotechnology.

Students interested in our PhD programme should contact a group leader with a research project of interest, which would be the potential supervisor ( research ). In this research group a candidate for PhD studies start will take a preparatory course introducing her or him to science and research in general, but also to the specific research project.

Before admission to the PhD programme, the Department's Research Committee makes a recommendation after evaluating the student's educational qualifications and the potential supervisor's judgment. The formal requirements for admission and details concerning the programme at the respective faculty are found in a study plan (only in Swedish unfortunately). Briefly, the requirements are four years of University studies (240 credits) out of which 60 credits should be at the Advanced level. Furthermore, 30 credits in Chemistry including 7,5 credits in Biochemistry, 45 credits in Biology/Molecular Biology including at least 7,5 credits in Genetics and 22,5 credits in Microbiology, Physiology and Cell and Molecular Biology. In addition, a project work of 15 credits is required. The credit requirements are according to the Swedish educational system and it is not easy for an international student to deduce whether her or his education is sufficient. We therefore encourage each candidate to contact the Director of studies for advice (see below).

For a Doctoral degree, the student has to present and defend a thesis but also participate in theory courses decided by the department and supervisor.

Director for PhD studies is Ulrich von Pawel-Rammingen .

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PhD student in plant regeneration

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Doctoral student ( PhD ) position in Circuit and Systems Neuroscience

of four years of full-time doctoral education is required. The research group Fuzik Lab is looking for an applicant for a PhD position (Circuit and Systems Neuroscience) at the Dept. of Neuroscience

PhD student in Medical Cell Biology

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PhD student position with focus on spatial omics in multiple sclerosis

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Doctoral ( PhD ) student position in developing advanced 3D imaging techniques for biomedical studies of intact tissues

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Doctoral Studies

Are you interested in research? We continuously announce PhD positions. As a PhD student, you will belong to a research group and conduct your research under supervision of one or more senior scientists that eventually leads to a thesis. In parallel, you will take courses to complement your research education and participate in scientific conferences.

The Institute of Biomedicine has more than 100 PhD students that belong to any of our four Departments: Infectious Diseases, Microbiology and Immunology, Laboratory Medicine and Medical Biochemistry and Cell Biology. During the four-year PhD programme, you will learn to conduct high quality research in a highly stimulating scientific environment to deepen your knowledge of the research field. The thesis itself amounts to 210 ECTS, while the courses comprise up to 30 ECTS. It is also possible to participate in a five-year programme in medical basic sciences at the Institute of Biomedicine, where you will combine PhD research and teaching as part of an education intended for medical students with a strong research interests intending to pursue combined occupations within academia and health care.

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The Biology Section at Uppsala University offers graduate degree programs across many biological disciplines to obtain the title of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD). Research topics are available across the full breadth of modern biology, from cell and molecular biology to ecosystems, from computational to field biology, and studying everything from humans to microbes. 

Department of Cell and molecular biology Departmen of Ecology and Genetics Department of Organismal biolog y

The Biology Research Departments

Research in biology at Uppsala University is primarily done within three research departments. Each department is organized in several sub-departments called "programs"; in total there are 17 programs. Faculty members and students belong to a department and a program, each of which offers a corresponding graduate curriculum.

Department of Cell and Molecular Biology ( ICM ) The department of Cell and Molecular Biology is an international, multidisciplinary and distinguished biomolecular department. The department teaches a large number of undergraduate and Master courses for students specializing in Biology, Biotechnology and Biomolecular Engineering. Research interests range all the way from cell biology down to biophysics of single molecules.

ICM is organized in seven research programs:

• Computational Biology and Bioinformatics
• Microbiology
• Molecular Biophysics
• Molecular Evolution
• Molecular Systems Biology
• Structural Biology
• Molecular Biology

Several laboratories at ICM are also centers of excellence: Structural Biology, Molecular Biophysics, Protein Synthesis and the Uppsala RNA Research Center. 

Department of Ecology and Genetics ( IEG )

The department of Evolutionary Ecology and Genetics conducts research at the intersection between ecology, evolution, and genomics. Research spans from studies of natural and sexual selection, local adaptation, speciation, and molecular evolution, to the investigation of communities, ecosystems and the biogeosphere. Studied organisms include animals, plants, fungi and microorganisms. A wide array of questions is addressed, including speciation and how the evolutionary patterns in e.g., morphology, physiology, and behaviour emerge, as well as ecosystem-scale carbon fluxes.

IEG is organized in four research programs:

• Animal Ecology
• Evolutionary Biology
• Plant Ecology and Evolution

We also have a field station ( Erken Laboratory ).

Department of Organismal Biology ( IOB )

The Department of Organismal Biology has a strong focus on developmental, functional, and evolutionary themes including early vertebrate evolution, human evolution, microbial evolution and diversity, plant and animal development and physiology, and the effect of anthropogenic chemicals on human and wildlife health. We study all these processes using bioinformatics and experimental molecular and imagery techniques. 

IOB is organized in six research programs:

• Systematic Biology
• Evolution and Development
• Human Evolution
• Comparative Physiology
• Environmental Toxicology
• Physiological Botany

The department also hosts the SciLifeLab Genome Engineering Zebra Fish platform and Ancient DNA platform .

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World-class research, outstanding research staff and specialised research environments at Lund University create excellent conditions for doctoral students.

As a doctoral student at Lund University, you will not only be well prepared for a successful career as an independent researcher, but you will also have the possibility to publish your work independently during your studies and to gain significant teaching experience.

• Lund University offers doctoral education in all nine faculties
• There are no tuition fees for doctoral education at Lund University
• You apply directly to the relevant faculty/department when they advertise a doctoral position
• Self-funded doctoral students should contact the department of their research interest directly.

Admission requirements

To be admitted to a doctoral programme, you need to have completed courses of at least 240 credits (of which at least 60 credits must be for Master’s level studies) or acquired equivalent knowledge in some other way.

In most cases, students will hold a Bachelor’s degree and a Master’s degree, with a major in the same subject as the intended postgraduate study. The major must include a degree thesis presenting the results of independent research.

The quality of your thesis/theses is of particular importance and it is important that you demonstrate a capacity for independent thinking in this piece of work.

Students must have a very good command of English and you may be asked to include proof of proficiency in the form of a TOEFL or IELTS test, if requested by the individual department.

Admission rules for doctoral education at Lund University | 2022 (PDF 249 kB, new tab)

Applying for a doctoral (PhD) position

Doctoral education is organised at the faculty or department level. Application procedures and periods differ between faculties and departments. While some of them advertise their doctoral positions around the same time every year, mostly in spring, others advertise their positions on an ongoing basis.

You apply for a doctoral education position within a certain subject area. Admission to a doctoral education position is restricted and competition for advertised positions is usually tough.

Finding a suitable position

Any funded doctoral positions at Lund University are advertised on our vacancies page on this website (see link below). Select the category 'Doctoral students'.

Once you have found a position you are interested in, carefully read through the vacancy announcement to find out whether you meet the requirements.

Before you apply, we recommend that you also check the relevant faculty's or department's website for any additional information about the application process.

Should you have any questions about a specific position, please contact the contact person(s) listed in the vacancy announcement.

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How to apply

To apply for a doctoral position, you must create an account in the recruitment system Varbi.

Follow the instructions regarding application documents and procedure in the vacancy announcement.

The application documents that you submit through Varbi, including any supporting documents, are sent directly to the faculty or department that advertised the position. 

If you are self-funded through external scholarships or funding, you do not need to create an account in Varbi. You should instead make direct contact with the relevant faculty or department. 

Applying for a position

Employment as a doctoral student

As a general rule, a person admitted to doctoral studies at Lund University is employed through a doctoral studentship.

If you have a doctoral studentship, you are considered to be both a student and an employee with a salary during your doctoral studies. As an employed doctoral student, you are covered by local and central agreements concerning your terms of employment.

In parallel to the doctoral education programme, as a doctoral student you may work with administrative and teaching duties (no more than 20% of a full-time position).

Lund University is responsible for education-related matters and the study environment regardless of how you finance your doctoral studies. All doctoral students also have access to the University’s Occupational Health Service.

Other forms of financing

It is possible to undertake your studies using another form of financing, such as an external scholarship or an agreement between Lund University and an external employer.

Financed by external employer

If you are admitted to doctoral studies and have a position with an employer other than Lund University, you are solely a student, and it is the employer who is responsible for employer-related matters.

External scholarships

As a doctoral student with a scholarship, you are solely a student. You are therefore not entitled to contractual employment benefits at Lund University.

In some cases, a doctoral student with a scholarship is entitled to apply for a doctoral studentship when three years remain of the third-cycle studies.

Doctoral studies – faculty information

On the faculties' webpages for prospective doctoral students you can get specific and detailed information application procedures, admission requirements for various subjects, study plans and more.

• Faculty of Engineering (LTH)
• Faculty of Fine and Performing Arts
• Faculties of Humanities and Theology
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Medicine
• Faculty of Science
• Faculty of Social Sciences
• School of Economics and Management (LUSEM)

Residence permits (if applicable)

If you require a residence permit, you can only complete your permit application after you receive a letter of acceptance from Lund University. Residence permit applications are dealt with by the Swedish Migration Agency.

Resi­dence permit for doctoral studies – migrationsverket.se

About doctoral studies

A doctoral programme consists of 240 ECTS credits and normally requires four years of full-time study. The programme concludes with a doctoral thesis of at least 120 credits.

A 'licentiate' degree is equivalent to half the coursework required for a full doctoral programme and a licentiate thesis of at least 60 credits. It is equivalent to the MPhil of the British education system.

The following links are to the Swedish Council for Higher Education website:

• Degree of Doctor
• Degree of Doctor in the fine, applied and performing arts 
• Degree of Licentiate 
• Degree of Licentiate in the fine, applied and performing arts

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Doctoral student vacancies

Check out our vacancies page regularly to find open doctoral positions.

Doctoral conferment ceremony

The ceremonial highlight of the academic year.

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Doctoral student in Biotechnology: Sweden

Lund University   offers a PhD student position in Biotechnology.

Biotechnology is of key importance for the transition to a sustainable society. Biotechnology research develops and exploits microorganisms or components of microorganisms to attain useful technological goals with environmentally sustainable methods. The areas of application include environmental biotechnology, industrial biotechnology and biotechnology in healthcare. The specialisations of the research studies subject are: i) microbial and enzymatic methods of producing chemicals, materials and energy carriers from renewable raw materials; ii) increased use of biorefineries through use/development of biotechnical methods/tools; iii) biotechnical methods of cleaning contaminated environments; iv) development of efficient microorganisms and enzymes through methods of molecular biology and enzyme technology as catalysts for these processes; v) insulation and use of microorganisms and enzymes from extreme environments; and vi) development of bioanalyses and biosensors for use within the healthcare, environment and processing sectors. The research includes both basic studies and direct applications within the area.

Work duties The main duties of doctoral students are to devote themselves to their research studies which includes participating in research projects and third cycle courses. The work duties will also teaching and other departmental duties (no more than 20%). This position is part of the project ProSeaFood (within Era-Net Sus-Food2). The project involves development of processing methods for the production of brown algae by enzymatic methods and fermentation techniques. The project is a collaboration between academia and industry.

Admission requirements

A person meets the general admission requirements for third-cycle courses and study programmes if he or she:

• has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, orhas satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second cycle, orhas acquired substantially equivalent knowledge in some other way in Sweden or abroad

A person meets the specific admission requirements for third cycle studies in Biotechnology if he or she has:

• at least 30 credits in the field of bioscience, including at least 15 second-cycle credits, and a second-cycle degree project of 30 credits in the field, oran MSc in engineering or a comparable second-cycle qualification, including elements of applied bioscience

Additional requirements:

• very good oral and written proficiency in English

Assessment criteria

• selection for third-cycle studies is based on the student’s potential to profit from such studies. The assessment of potential is made primarily on the basis of academic results from the first and second cycle

Special attention is paid to the following:

• knowledge and skills relevant to the thesis project and the subject of study
• an assessment of ability to work independently and to formulate and tackle research problems
• written and oral communication skills
• other experience relevant to the third-cycle studies, e.g. professional experience

Other assessment criteria:

• experience in working in research laboratories in the fields of separation of biomass, fractionation (especially marine macroalgae), carbohydrate analysis, and experience of microbial and enzymological work (especially in terms of thermophiles)
• consideration will also be given to good collaborative skills, drive and independence, and how the applicant, through his or her experience and skills, is deemed to have the abilities necessary for successfully completing the third cycle programme

Terms of employment

Only those admitted to third cycle studies may be appointed to a doctoral studentship. Third cycle studies at LTH consist of full-time studies for 4 years. A doctoral studentship is a fixed-term employment of a maximum of 5 years (including 20% departmental duties). Doctoral studentships are regulated in the Higher Education Ordinance (1993:100), chapter 5, 1-7 §§.

Instructions on how to apply

Applications shall be written in English and include a cover letter stating the reasons why you are interested in the position and in what way the research project corresponds to your interests and educational background. The application must also contain a CV, degree certificate or equivalent, and other documents you wish to be considered (grade transcripts, contact information for your references, letters of recommendation, etc.).

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Division of Biotechnology

Department of chemistry, welcome to the division of biotechnology.

The research activities at the division of Biotechnology include areas such as enzyme technology, microbial technology, industrial biotechnology, bioseparation and bioanalysis. The division provides an inspiring environment where scientific work and education goes hand in hand with interactions with society.

The overall idea of UPLIFT is to biologically depolymerize bio- and fossil-based plastic packaging waste and convert it into more renewable and easily upcyclable polymers, following a biorefinery approach.

SEAPRO Project

SEAPRO Project Overview Seaweed is a sustainable and healthy raw material from the sea with the potential of taking a central role in human food and health products in Europe. The project covers the whole value chain from cultivation and fermentation of the raw material to development of food and nutraceutical products with fermented seaweed as an ingredient.

Unleashing Xylan's Potential with Enzymes for a Scope of Consumer Products

With the growing demand for greener biobased consumer products, every fraction of biomass should be efficiently used and appropriately modified to obtain the desired properties.

The SECRETed project proposes the development of novel molecules with tailor-made properties by the combination of biosynthetic genes of amphiphilic compounds (biosurfactants and siderophores) produced by marine and extremophilic microorganisms.

The SeaMark consortium brings together a highly complementary and balanced mix of partners along the entire seaweed value chain, from seaweed cultivation to product testing.

ScanOats is an industrial research centre with oat in focus. Using a holistic approach, oat is studied all the way from the crop genome to nutritional aspects. At the division of Biotechnology we are engaged in processing aspects, investigating novel oat based products, and utilizing advanced analysis techniques.

AGENDA 2030

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Nailing of thesis (picture 1) Roxana Quiroga Flores

Nailing of thesis (Picture 2) Reza Faryar

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List of publications from the division of Biotechnology

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2024-04-19 Madeleine Jönsson

2023-12-15 Leila Allahgholi

2023-11-10 Siri Norlander

2023-05-05 Fang Huang

2023-02-24 Oliver Englund Örn

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Entry requirements for doctoral studies

In order to be accepted for doctoral (PhD) studies, the applicant is required to meet the general entry requirements and any special requirements outlined in the position announcement. The applicant must also possess any other abilities required in order to benefit from the education.

General entry requirements

The general entry requirements are met by those who

• have been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or
• have satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle or
• otherwise acquired largely equivalent knowledge.

KTH may exempt an individual applicant from the general entry requirements if there is an extraordinary reason to do so.

Specific entry requirements

 The specific requirements may relate to:

• knowledge from higher education or equivalent studies
• special professional or vocational experience
• necessary language skills or other conditions determined by the programme, subject or project

Language requirements

English language proficiency equivalent to (the Swedish upper secondary school) English course B/6 is required. The requirement can be satisfied through a result equal to, or higher than, those stated in the following internationally recognised English tests:

• TOEFL Paper-based: Score of 4.5 (scale 1-6) in written test, total score of 575. TOEFL ITP is not accepted.
• TOEFL iBT internet-based: Score of 20 (scale 0-30) in written test, total score of 90
• IELTS Academic/IELTS UKVI: A minimum overall mark of 6.5, with no section lower than 5.5
• Cambridge ESOL: Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) Certificate in Advanced English or Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE) (Certificate of Proficiency in English)
• Michigan English Language Assessment Battery (MELAB): Minimum score of 90
• University of Michigan, ECPE (Examination for the certificate of Proficiency in English)
• Pearson PTE Academic: Score of 62 (writing 61)

The language requirement can also be fulfilled through previous university and upper secondary school studies. More information on recognised English tests, previous studies, and required documents is provided by University Admissions in Sweden  under information for Master's level.

 Requirements regarding skills in the Swedish language may also be imposed.

Assessment of entry requirements

Entry requirements and prospective students' suitability are assessed at each school by the school's director of third-cycle education.

Foreign Higher Education studies

In most cases, studies that meet the general entry requirements for doctoral (PhD/third-cycle) education in the country where the degree is issued will also meet the general entry requirements for doctoral studies at KTH. If you are unsure about the status of your education, you may contact the Swedish Council for Higher Education  for an evaluation.

Assessment of equivalence

The assessment of equivalence determines whether an applicant's knowledge – acquired in another system – is equivalent to the higher education studies that are normally required for the doctoral subject in question.

Exemption from the general entry requirements

An exemption from the general entry requirements may be granted to an applicant who has not completed courses corresponding to 240 credits but who has already completed advanced (master's/second-cycle) courses corresponding to a minimum of 60 credits, as well as an independent degree project linked to the intended subject of study.

Assessment of suitability

Applicants are judged suitable for doctoral education if they possess the necessary maturity, judgement and capacity for independent critical analysis.

Candidate(s) will be selected from among the applicants who fulfil the requirements for doctoral education. The results of studies at an advanced (master's) level or in the form of independent work are of particular interest in this context, as is the candidate's ability to benefit from the studies (suitability).

The selection process is handled by each school and the final decision is made by the head of school, in consultation with the intended supervisor(s).

The admission process is conducted at the school-level.

Doctoral studies may lead to two qualifications, a licentiate and/or a doctoral degree. Those accepted to studies leading to a doctoral degree may take a licentiate degree as an intermediate stage in their studies. Students accepted to studies leading to a licentiate degree who subsequently wish to pursue studies leading to a doctoral degree must submit a new application and are not guaranteed admission.

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Doctoral studies at Linköping University

Interested in doctoral studies.

If you want to gain a profound understanding of a particular field, doctoral studies at Linköping University could be for you. You learn scientific methodology, sound research ethics and how to work independently and systematically.

A truly interesting subject, lots of freedom, loads of time and the chance to get down to the nitty-gritty in an academic field. These are some of the reasons that Isabelle Bengtsson started doing a PhD. “I can’t think of a better job”, she says.

LiU offers doctoral studies in three scientific fields: medicine, humanities/social sciences and engineering/natural sciences. Each faculty provides information on doctoral studies within its field.

Meet some of our doctoral students

PhD student to study cancer in New York

Jonas Burman is a doctoral student at Linköping University and has been given the opportunity to go on an international exchange to New York. There he will work at a prestigious laboratory and follow in the footsteps of his supervisor, Linda Bojmar.

Young LiU PhD students in noble company

At the end of June, more than 600 young researchers and 40 Nobel laureates from around the world were invited to the Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting. Present in Germany were two LiU PhD students who had the experience of their lives.

Personal development comes with the job

“It’s fun and challenging to be a doctorate student. I enjoy doing research, and now I know it’s something I want to keep doing,” says Lisa Lundin. Her time at LiU has included research into digital customer journeys.

The LiU doctoral student behind a hit game

LiU doctoral student Fredrik Präntare is the architect of the company Pugstorm, which is achieving global success with the game Core Keeper. "Even back when I was studying for my Master of Science degree, I spent every free hour on my own projects,".

PhD-student: "There’s no better job"

A interesting subject, lots of freedom, loads of time and the chance to get down to the nitty-gritty in an academic field. These are some of the reasons that Isabelle Bengtsson started doing a PhD. “I can’t think of a better job”, she says.

Do you want to be a doctoral student at LiU?

I’d recommend anyone looking for stimulating work to apply for a doctoral student position at LiU. Your work here can change society, and also who you are as a person.

Doctoral studies at our faculties

Doctoral studies at the Faculty of Arts and Sciences

The Faculty of Arts and Sciences offers a wide variety of doctoral studies, both in single disciplines and in interdisciplinary programmes.

Doctoral Studies at the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

The Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences educates researchers across the entire medical field, ranging from basic experimental research to patient-oriented research, health sciences and public health.

Doctoral studies at the Faculty of Science and Engineering

Doctoral studies at the Faculty of Science and Engineering aims to develop your ability to independently use scientific methodology and conduct research within the academy or the industry.

Doctoral Studies at the Faculty of Educational Sciences

Around 80 researchers and doctoral students are currently active within the Faculty of Educational Sciences. During the last few years, research has been greatly consolidated in this area.

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PhD student development programme

Our aim is to reinforce and support PhD students to lead themselves and manage performance demands. Also to provide the opportunity to make contacts and exchange experiences with other PhD students.

Curious about doctoral studies?

At studera.nu you’ll find general information on what doctoral studies are all about. This includes everything from admissions and entry requirements to supervision and defending your thesis.

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Postdoctoral research fellow focused on proteomics in neurodegenerative diseases.

• Lund (Stad), Skåne (SE)
• Monthly salary
• Lund University

Postdoctoral research fellow in clinical memory research, focused on proteomics in neurodegenerative diseases Login and apply Lunds universitet, Me...

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Postdoctoral Fellowship: biochemistry and molecular biology

• Umeå, Sweden
• 336 000 SEK per year
• Umeå University

A two-year postdoctoral fellowship is offered in the interdisciplinary project to study molecular mechanisms of canonical and noncanonical autophagy.

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Interdisciplinary postdoctoral fellowships (2 years) at the Chemical Biological Centre

• 350,000 SEK per year
• Umeå University (KBC)

Four full-time 2-year postdoctoral fellowships that will be affiliated with interdisciplinary projects

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1 Postdoctoral Position in Chemical Biology for Metabolomics and Microbiome Investigation (2 years)

• Uppsala (Sweden)
• Postdoc-level salary
• Daniel Globisch, Department of Chemistry - BMC, Uppsala University

One postdoctoral position in Chemical Biology is available in Globisch laboratory at the Department of Chemistry - BMC at Uppsala University, Sweden.

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Principal Investigator in Modeling of Plant Stress Responses

• Umeå (Kommun), Västerbotten (SE)
• Competitive
• Umeå Plant Science Centre and Integrated Science Lab

Join our multidisciplinary and stimulative research environment as Associate Professor in Modeling of Plant Stress Responses

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Postdoc in Liquid molding processing of transparent biocomposites

• Stockholm (SE)
• Up to 462 000 SEK per annum
• KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Job description New, strong materials from renewable raw materials are important to replace fossil-based plastics. The project is about processing ...

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Postdoc in Strong cellulose biocomposites

Job description New, strong materials from renewable resources are important to replace fossil-based composites. The project is about nanostructure...

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Postdoc in Chemical modification of lignin for polymers and composites

Job description Lignin is a waste-product from the production of paper pulp and is mainly used as fuel. If lignin was instead used in materials, th...

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Postdoctoral researcher in DNA-based digital data storage

• Karolinska Institutet (KI)

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Postdoctoral Researcher – immunology and cancer/ infectious diseases

• Malmö (Kommun), Skåne (SE)
• SEK 30.000 net/ month

The project aims to develop a novel fusion-protein-based cancer vaccine, utilizing immunogenic bacterial proteins targeting antigen-presenting cells.

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Assistant Professor in Biomedical Engineering with specialisation in Microphysiological systems

• Uppsala (Stad) (SE)
• Fixed salary
• Uppsala University

Uppsala University, Disciplinary Domain of Science and Technology, Faculty of Technology, Department of Materials Science and Engineering Uppsala U...

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Postdoc in enzymatic processes for food protein nanofibrils

Job description We are looking for a postdoctoral fellow to take part in developing protein structures for new sustainable food products. Changing ...

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Assist. Prof. in Computational biology; machine learning for multimodal molecular biology data

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This 6-year SciLifeLab Fellow position comes with a generous starting package of 18 MSEK, ideal for establishing an independent research group. The...

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Staff Scientist: Marine Numerical Ecologist with expertise in Time Series Analysis and Projection

• Norrbyn, Sweden

Permanent full-time position of Staff Scientist based at Umeå Marine Sciences Centre (UMF), Umeå University, located in Norrbyn

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Postdoctoral studies in mechanistic ALS studies (scholarship)

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EU funded Postdoctoral position in Immunology

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Postdoctoral Researcher Position on an EU HORIZON-EIC Pathfinder Open-Funded Translational Consortial Research Project to Assess Antiviral Effects ...

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EU funded Postdoctoral position in Hydrogels

Postdoctoral Researcher Position on an EU HORIZON-EIC Pathfinder Open-Funded Translational Consortial Research Project to Develop Self-Healing Hydr...

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Research Coordinator - Science and technology

The permanent position of Research Coordinator is open at the Research Support and Collaboration Office, Umeå University, Sweden

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Postdoctoral research fellow in Urological cancer

• SEK 42200/month

Lunds universitet, Institutionen för translationell medicin Lund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top univ...

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Postdoctoral research fellow in bioinformatics, diabetes and epigenetics

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Doctoral student in electromagnetic field theory for medical applications

Project descriptionThe work will be conducted on the central campus of KTH, at the Division of Electromagnetic Engineering and Fusion Science (EMF), at the School of Electrical Engineering and Comp...

Doctoral student in Physics within the discipline of characterisation of artificial protein motors

Lund University, Faculty of Engineering, LTH, Department of PhysicsLund University was founded in 1666 and is repeatedly ranked among the world’s top universities. The University has around 45 000 students and more than 8 000 staff based in Lund, ...

Doctoral (PhD) student position in DNA-based digital data storage

Do you want to contribute to top quality medical research? To be a doctoral student means to devote oneself to a research project under supervision of experienced researchers and following an indiv...

Doctoral student in Computer Science with a specialisation in software quality

Sapere Aude—dare to be wise—is our motto. Our students and employees develop knowledge and expertise that enrich both people and the world around them. Our academic environment is characterised by ...

Two doctoral students, BRIDGITISE - Bridge Digitalized Integrity Management

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Structural Engineering and BridgesThe PhD projects will be performed within the European research school BRIDGITISE (Marie Sklodowska-Curie Actions). The two...

PhD Student in Physics

The Department of Physics at the University of Gothenburg is located in the center of Gothenburg, with approximately 100 employees. The communication routes are good both nationally and internationally. The research focuses within the fields of At...

11 PhD positions in the Europe Horizon Doctoral Network project NanoRAM

Applications are invited to 11 PhD positions within the Doctoral Network NanoRAM.NanoRAM is funded under the Horizon Europe Marie Skłodowska-Curie Actions and incorporates 19 organisations across 12 countries with the goal of training a new genera...

PhD position in Polymer Chemistry towards Functional Materials

Ref LiU-2024-01405We have the power of over 40,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping University meeting the challenges of the day. Our fundamental values rest on credibility, ...

PhD position in Organic Chemistry towards Green Methodology Development

Ref LiU-2024-01404We have the power of over 40,000 students and co-workers. Students who provide hope for the future. Co-workers who contribute to Linköping University meeting the challenges of the day. Our fundamental values rest on credibility, ...

Doctoral student in development of lignin-based carbon materials for metallurgy

Project descriptionThe present PhD project brings together the two largest industrial sectors in Sweden: the metallurgical industry and the pulp and paper industry. The use of carbon is critical to...

The University of Gothenburg tackles society’s challenges with diverse knowledge. 56 000 students and 6 600 employees make the university a large and inspiring place to work and study. Strong research and attractive study programmes attract resear...

Doctoral student in robotics for fire risk assessment in rural environments

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Machine DesignThe division of Mechatronics, KTH, announces a PhD position in robotics for fire risk estimation in rural environments. The department consists...

Doctoral student in side-Channel Analysis of Autonomous Systems

Project descriptionWe are looking for a doctoral student to work on a project AI-Based Side-Channel Attacks and Countermeasures for Autonomous Systems, funded by Wallenberg AI, Autonomous Systems a...

Doctoral students in enzymatic polymer synthesis and recycling

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: ChemistrySyrén's research group is recruiting up to two PhD students in enzymatic polymer synthesis and recycling for circular materials. In this research pr...

Doctoral student in Chemistry

Ref no: ORU 2.1.1-01415/2024Örebro University and the School of Science and Technology are looking for a doctoral student for the doctoral programme in Chemistry, concluding with a licentiate degree.Start date: Spring 2024.Project descriptionThe P...

PhD student in information-theoretic analysis of machine learning algorithms

Project descriptionKTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities, as well as a key centre of intellectual talent ...

Doctoral student in biorefinery concept for marine secondary sources

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: BiotechnologySecondary marine sources are valuable feedstocks for biorefinery concept. The aim of this PhD project is to establish a new biobased production ...

Doctoral student (licentiate) in Large-scale Flood Detection and Mapping

Project descriptionThe Department of Sustainable Development, Environmental Science and Engineering (SEED) is seeking a highly qualified candidate for a 2-year licentiate project, funded by Digital...

PhD Student (Licentiate) in Integrated Water Management with Applying Digital Twin

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Land and Water Resources EngineeringThe project focuses on enhancing waterbodies for flood/drought mitigation, biodiversity, and ecosystem services, and deve...

Doctoral student (licentiate) in personalized information provision in public transport

Project descriptionThird-cycle subject: Transportation ScienceThe population in the Stockholm region is estimated to be 3.4 million in 2050, which is a growth of 50% to today's 2.4 million. The rap...

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PhD in Sweden: A Complete Guide to Study PhD in Sweden for International Students

A PhD in Sweden is the highest level of educational qualification in Sweden. A PhD degree can be completed in 4 years of full-time study whereas you will graduate with a licentiate degree after 2 years of full-time study which is equivalent to MPhil of the British education system. Around 70% of the research in Sweden is privately financed and the remaining 30% is public funded. Research programs in Sweden are quite competitive and to be admitted as doctoral students you must fulfill the entry requirements, have good English language proficiency and also demonstrate strong interest and ability to cope with the program.

Sweden provides a specialized environment for doctoral education. One of the main highlights of a PhD in Sweden is that it is free of cost for all students including non-EU/ EEA students. Along with the doctoral program, you will work as administrative or teaching staff at the university which is equivalent to not more than 20% of the full-time position. If you are planning to study PhD in Sweden, read this guide to get information regarding top universities, PhD programs in Sweden, PhD requirements in Sweden, top universities, cost of studying, funding opportunities and more.

Why Study PhD in Sweden?

Before diving deep into the details of PhD in Sweden for Indian students, let us take a look at reasons why studying PhD in Sweden is preferable:

• Home to reputed institutions: Sweden is home to some historical institutions that enjoy world-class reputation as leaders of research especially in the field of Medicine, Health, Life Sciences among others.
• No tuition fees: Yes, you read it right. Sweden does not charge any tuition fee for PhD from students of any nationality. It is one of the top reasons why international students prefer studying PhD in Sweden.
• Progressive country: Sweden is quite a progressive country with high tech research facilities, promotes growth mindset and provides a very supportive environment for creative thinkers.

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Popular Specializations for PhD in Sweden

Sweden is known for its world class research and about 3% of the country’s GDP is dedicated to research and innovation. All the 17 public universities in Sweden and 14 private universities in Sweden contribute significantly to research. Almost 30% of the research is carried out at top universities in Sweden for PhD. Sweden is home to some top pharmaceutical giants Astrazeneca, GlaxoSmithKline, Pfizer, Bayer and more. Some key areas of research in Sweden are:

• Pharmaceuticals
• Biotechnology
• Sustainable energy
• Environmental technology
• Life sciences

Top PhD Colleges and Universities in Sweden

Sweden is home to 8 universities that ranked in QS rankings 2022 which also has a very high research output. Though rankings of institutions are not relevant for research, it will definitely help you in understanding the area of specializations of the university. Take a look at the table below to learn about top universities in Sweden for PhD:

How to Apply for a PhD in Sweden?

The process to apply for PhD in Sweden is somewhat different than applying for bachelor’s or master’s in Sweden . Take a look at the steps in the application process to study PhD in Sweden:

• You will have to apply directly to the universities in Sweden for PhD as there is no centralized application portal for PhD admission in Sweden.
• Start by looking for projects advertised by top universities in Sweden for PhD if you are interested in STEM subjects or go ahead with your project ideas for PhD in Education in Sweden or research in the areas of Arts, Humanities and Social Science.
• Depending on your area of interest, check whether you fulfill the PhD requirements in Sweden.
• Universities in Sweden for PhD set their own entry requirements and also specify the procedure for applying.
• Complete your application for PhD admission in Sweden and prepare all supporting documents.
• Track the progress of your application and wait for the admission decision.
• You may be invited to an interview regarding your research proposal.

Eligibility Criteria for PhD in Sweden

The Sweden PhD requirements are set by individual universities. The general eligibility criteria to study PhD in Sweden are:

• Educational qualifications
• Proof of English language proficiency

Research experience

• Residence permit
• Health insurance

Let us discuss the eligibility criteria to be met for admission to PhD programs in Sweden:

Educational Qualifications

To apply for PhD in Sweden, you will need a second-cycle qualification i.e. a master’s degree in a related field is recommended especially if you wish to apply for funding. You must have completed courses of at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits must be for a master's degree.

Proof of English Language Proficiency

Swedish universities offer PhD in English so if English is not your first language, you must submit IELTS or TOEFL scores as proof of language proficiency. There is no need to be proficient in Swedish language to study in Sweden. The minimum English language proficiency scores recommended for admission are:

• IELTS score: Overall 6.5, no band less than 5.5
• TOEFL-iBT: Overall 90, with minimum 20 in written test

Having some previous research or work experience in a field related to your research proposal can immensely help you in the application and selection process.

Residence Permit

International students need to apply for a residence permit to study in Sweden for programs longer than 90 days. To apply for residence permits, you will need to provide copies of your passports, proof of finances, educational qualifications, etc. You can apply for a residence permit after receiving a letter of acceptance from the university where you have been admitted.

Health Insurance

After coming to Sweden, all students will require health insurance. Your university may cover the health insurance as a part of funding for international students.

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Cost of Studying PhD in Sweden

Having learned about the Sweden PhD requirements, let us take a look at the cost of studying PhD in Sweden. The cost of studying for a PhD in Sweden includes tuition fees and cost of living.

• One major relief for students applying for PhD in Sweden is that there is absolutely no tuition fees for all students irrespective of their nationality.
• Universities in Sweden for PhD don’t even charge application fees.
• So clearly you are only left with the living expenses which is around 8,568 SEK per month on an average. This can differ depending on your preferences and location in Sweden.
• Usually, the rent of accommodation ranges between 2,500-6,500 SEK per month which is a major expense and you will find costlier accommodation in cities like Stockholm and Gothenburg compared to other places.

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Funding Opportunities for Studying PhD in Sweden

Funding options include applying for various scholarships and bursaries awarded by universities in Sweden for PhD. As a general practice, doctoral students in Sweden are regarded as employees at most universities. Here is how this works:

• You will be applying for doctoral positions available and universities offer them departmental administration service or teaching.
• With an employment contract, you will be entitled to a salary which is commonly known as a study grant.
• You can expect to get 1500 SEK as a study grant while studying PhD in Sweden for international students.
• The Swedish government funds third-cycle education programs through direct government funding, government agencies, research councils, public research foundations and municipalities.

PhD in Sweden for international students is a lucrative option. Sweden happens to be a research and development intensive country in the world and an ideal location for young and innovative minds. There are various areas of specializations for pursuing research in Sweden which ensures opportunities for all. Post completion of Phd, you can apply for work permit in Sweden ! 

Frequently Asked Questions about PhD in Sweden

Is PhD in Sweden free?

Yes, PhD in Sweden is free for all students irrespective of their nationality. You will not be charged any tuition or application fee for PhD. The only expense you will be paying is the cost of living.

Is it hard to get a PhD in Sweden for Indian students?

PhD in Sweden is recognized worldwide. Therefore, expect stiff competition when it comes to selection of candidates. The application process is quite simple and open to all candidates. Try to maintain a research-oriented background from the beginning that will help you in being a suitable match for the position, if you wish to pursue PhD in Sweden.

Is a PhD in Sweden a job for students?

Yes, it can be said that a PhD in Sweden is a job for students. You are applying for a doctoral position rather than just a doctoral program and some part of your program will include administrative or teaching work.

Are international students allowed to stay in Sweden after PhD?

Once you have a residence permit for doctoral studies for four out of the last seven years and are employed in Sweden, you can apply for a permanent residence permit to stay in Sweden after PhD.

What are the top areas of research in Sweden?

The top areas of research in Sweden include healthcare, biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, sustainable energy, environmental technology, etc.

Sumeet Jain

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