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Mid Sweden University (Östersund Campus)
Institution Info
The university´s four main campuses have different focuses but with some overlap. The Härnösand campus has a school of education and offers various courses in the humanities and arts. The Sundsvall campus has a wide range of courses and degrees in the technical and natural sciences. The Östersund campus focuses on graduate degrees in tourism, health care, social work and public administration. The Örnsköldsvik campus offers health care education and focuses on technical research.
In 2005, the university had approximately 13,000 students with around half of them based in Östersund, 4,500 in Sundsvall, 3,000 in Härnösand and 300 in Örnsköldsvik.
Study at Mid Sweden University
Mid Sweden University offers a wide range of courses and programmes within Social sciences, Behavioural sciences, Media, Nursing, Teacher training, Information technology, Natural sciences, Technology and Foreign languages, as well as other subjects within the Humanities.
Higher education in Sweden is, in accordance with the Bologna process, divided into three levels. International students are welcome to apply to our international programmes taught in English. We also offer all exchange students, who are connected to one of Mid Sweden University’s partner universities, a wide range of single courses taught in English—both at Bachelor and Master level.
Undergraduate studies – the first level
The first level is equivalent to the undergraduate level. Mid Sweden University offers international applicants a number of international Bachelor programmes taught in English.
First level single courses taught in English are also offered to exchange students connected to one of Mid Sweden University’s partner universities. If you are not currently studying at one of our partner universities, then you are not able to apply for single courses taught in English.
Master’s studies – the second level
The second level is the advanced level and it is equivalent to the Master’s level. Mid Sweden University offers international students a variety of two-year Master’s programmes.
As an exchange student, you can also apply for single courses at the Master’s level or the one-year Master’s programme.
Doctoral studies – The third level
The third level is equivalent to postgraduate studies. Postgraduate programmes conclude with the award of a Licentiate Degree or a PhD. The PhD is the most advanced academic qualification awarded in Sweden, and it is awarded after four years of postgraduate studies (240 higher education credits). A Licentiate Degree is awarded after two years of full-time study (120 higher education credits).
Your commitment
As a student at Mid Sweden University you are expected to actively seek knowledge and set your own targets. Nobody will tell you when or exactly what you should read or study; this demands a great effort from you as a student in higher education. It also implies being responsible for obtaining course material before the beginning of every course, such as textbooks and other written materials.
As a student at Mid Sweden University you need to commit a lot of your time to your studies in order to succeed. To just attend classes is not enough. You will also participate in group work, write reports and study independently. It is generally suggested that full-time students should devote 35–40 hours a week to their studies. This will of course depend on your previous knowledge of the subject and the efficiency of your study method.
Facts and Figures
| No. of students: | 21,500* |
| No. of Academic staff: | 1,000 |
| Funding type: | Public |
Master's Programmes
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Department of Natural Sciences, Engineering and Mathematics
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Department of Engineering and Sustainable Development
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Department of Social Sciences
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Faculty of Science, Technology and Media
Services & Facilities
Exploring a new study environment is not the easiest thing to do, and studies in Sweden may be different from what you are used to.
The administration at Mid Sweden University offers service and support to students:
* International Office
* Survival Guide - Guide for international Students at Mid Sweden University
* Learn Swedish
* Student Health Centre
* Library
* Degree Certificate
* Grading Criteria
* Disability Services
International Office
As a university with three campuses the International Office and Student Services at Mid Sweden University has a de-centralized organisation.
There are International Officers at Campus Sundsvall and at Campus Östersund, working at the Vice-Chancellor's and the Registrar's Office. There are also international co-ordinators available at each department. At the Division of Student Services prospective students can send their questions to the International Desk for guidance.
Survival Guide for International Students
Arriving to a new University is very exciting and thrilling! We know that you have a lot of questions concerning your guest University. The answers to the most frequently asked questions you can find in the "Survival Guide for International Students".
The Guide works both as a preparation guide and as a guide after your arrival and during your studies at Mid Sweden University. It is a good idea to print it out and bring it with you to Sweden. In this guide you will find information regarding:
* The Swedish Study System, such as Academic Calendar, Teaching and Study Methods, Examination and Tuition Fees.
* The University services and contact information to the Reception, the Student Affair Office and the International Office.
* Study facilities such as Computers, Library and Restaurants.
* The Life as a student, such as Accommodation, Financial matters, Health Care and Leisure Activities.
Student Health Centre
The Student Health Centre provides preventive health care for students at Mid Sweden University and is a complement to the public health care system. If you are sick and need to see a doctor you should contact the Public Health Centre.
The Student Health Centre can help you with:
- Personal guidance
- Conversational therapy
- Lifestyle questions
- Crisis support
- Relationship questions
- Questions about alcohol and drugs
Student Life
Centre for winter sports and tourism
Östersund, with approximately 60 000 inhabitants, is located about 180 kilometres to the northwest of Sundsvall. The main educational focus at Campus Östersund lies within the Social Sciences, the Natural Sciences and Technology. Courses are also offered within Health Sciences and Social Work.
Östersund is the number one winter city. The short distance to the mountains and the country’s top down hill centre “Åre” make many students choose Östersund as their city of studies. But the city and its surroundings have a wide range of recreational activities to offer the year around.
Sports fan, woodland scenery lover, or culture vulture? Östersund offers you a unique opportunity to choose, regardless of what category you belong to. The closeness to the stunning wilderness offers numerous opportunities for trekking as well as fishing and skiing. The slalom slope is situated in the midst of the city. In Östersund you will also have the possibility to try ice-climbing and when there is no snow on the ground, you can try climbing and challenging adventure tracks close to the slalom slope. The fine cross country ski stadium offers many long illuminated tracks for skiing, running, and even in-line skating. Every winter, big national sports events take place here. Over 10 km long ice-skating and skiing tracks on the lake “Storsjön” have been an appreciated contribution to the winter scenery in the city. This gives you the opportunity to go long-distance ice-skating and cross country skiing, when the snow has covered the city and the ice on the lake.
Entertainment and recreation
Östersund is not only the Mecca of sports fans. A few minutes walk from the city centre you find one of Sweden’s most frequently prized provincial museums “Jamtli.” In its role as the only city in the province of Jämtland, trade and business naturally take on a central function in Östersund. There are many shops that offer a wide range of products, which give you the opportunity of good shopping in the immediate vicinity. The city centre also has many cafés, pubs, open air bars, and restaurants that offer local specialties as well as international menus. The city has an active music and entertainment life for all kinds of tastes. For instance, annually in the shift between July and August, the city festivity “Storsjöyran” is arranged. Östersund is the seat of the county government in the province of Jämtland and it is situated right at Jämtland’s geographical heart. If one turns towards the west, one sees the mountain tops “Bydalsfjällen” and “Åreskutan” in relief against the horizon. Few other cities than Östersund offer a similar mix of nature experiences, entertainment, and recreational activities.
Campus Östersund
Campus Östersund, inaugurated in 2002, is situated a few minutes walk from the main shopping street in the centre of the city. The new city district with the university, which formerly was a regiment, has been carefully renovated, built out, and transformed into a welcoming campus. The area harbours a modern library, lecture halls, student restaurants, and a café.
Student life in Östersund
The students’ union in Östersund has its base in “Studenternas hus” in the midst of campus. Here you find among other things the student’s union office with chairman and vice chairman, the students’ union counselling, and the different student sections. The restaurants that are situated in the library building are run by the students’ union and lunch is served for student friendly prices. Also in the evenings this is a natural meeting-point on campus—the perfect place for after-work, meetings, and dinners. In case you yourself would like to arrange a dinner, a meeting, a party, or work on any of the pub evenings, you just have to sign up for it. In “Studenternas hus” there is always something going on. If you like sports, there is the association “ÖSIS” (The Östersund students’ sports association), which possesses knowledge and devotion. In case your own sport is lacking, you might want to start it up. No sport is impossible within “ÖSIS.” The students’ union of Östersund warmly wishes you welcome to a funny and exciting time of study!
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