Incoming exchange students
The Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies is one of Stockholm University's profile areas, which means that the department is nationally-leading in research concerning archaeology. At the Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies we offer one course at bachelor level and PhD degrees in four different subjects.
The application process for exchange students is different from that for other international students. See Step-by-step guide for incoming exchange students regarding the nomination, application and acceptance for the exchange studies at the department of Archaeology and Classical Studies.
Step-by-step Guide
| Step | What | How |
| 1. | Check if your home university has a valid Erasmus+ exchange agreement (Inter Institutional Agreement) with the Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies |
Contact the international coordinator at your home university |
| 2. | Search the course and/or program you are interested in |
Go to the web course catalog in English: Education |
| 3. | Check the eligibility for the courses you will study at Stockholm University |
On each course website |
| 4. |
Get to know about the nomination process and deadlines |
Contact the international coordinator at your home university |
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5. |
The international coordinator at your home university nominates you to the exchange studies at Stockholm University |
Ask the international coordinator at your home university to send your nomination to us by e-mail vaidilute.bjerregaard@ark.su.se |
| 6. | The Application Package from the department of Archaeology and Classical Studies |
The international coordinator at the receiving department sends the application package (Application form and Factsheet) |
| 7. | The completed Application Package (Application Form, Transcript of Records, Statement of purpose/Motivation Letter) |
The completed Application Package sends from you as an exchange student by e-mail vaidilute.bjerregaard@ark.su.se |
| 8. | Letter of Acceptance from the department of Archaeology and Classical Studies |
The international coordinator at the department of Archaeology and Classical Studies sends the Letter of Acceptance to you by e-mail |
| 9. | The Housing Application from the Housing Office at Stockholm University |
The international coordinator at Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies sends the Housing Application and instructions how to fill in the application form |
| 10. | Accommodation offers from the Housing Office at Stockholm University |
Stockholm University’s Housing Office accepts and informs you via email about an accommodation offer |
| 11. | The online Learning Agreement between you and your home university |
You and the international coordinator at your home university sign the Learning Agreement online on the EWP Dashboard |
| 12. | The completed Learning Agreement with courses you are going to study during your mobility at Stockholm University |
The international coordinator at the department of Archaeology and Classical Studies signs your online Learning Agreement within the EWP Dashboard before your arrival to Stockholm |
Fact Sheet
Fact Sheet for International Exchange Partners and Students within Erasmus+ programme at the department of Archaeology and Classical Studies.
| Name of University | Stockholm University |
| Name of Department | Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies |
| Postal Address |
Wallenberglaboratoriet, |
| Visiting Address | Wallenberglaboratoriet Lilla Frescativägen 7 SE-114 18 Stockholm |
| Website | |
| Tel | +46 8 16 31 34 |
| Coordinator | Vaidilute Bjerregaard |
| vaidilute.bjerregaard@ark.su.se |
Profile
As one of the largest universities in Sweden, with over 70,000 undergraduate and master's students, Stockholm University offers unprecedented access to teaching and research facilities. Stockholm University, located in Sweden's capital city, is the region’s centre for higher education and research in humanities, law, the natural and social sciences, and a focus for the work of leading international researchers. In the heart of Sweden's only national urban park, the University is surrounded by natural beauty, whilst being only a few minutes journey from the city centre.
| Academic Calendar |
Examinations are arranged throughout the year with no fixed examination periods. Break during Christmas varies with departments. |
| Orientation activities | |
| Language of Instruction |
Swedish and English |
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Full Time Study Load Credits |
30 credits. Courses normally contain 7.5, 15 or 30 credits. Students can choose four 7.5 credit courses or two 15 credits courses or any other combination. One week of full-time studies equals 1.5 credits. The workload is 40 hours per week, including lectures, readings, assignments, seminars, independent studies. For questions regarding courses please contact the coordinator at the department offering the course. Departmental international coordinators at Stockholm University |
| Nomination | For autumn semester: May 1. For spring semester: October1. |
| Application | Through e-mail instructions after nomination. All students must have an official nomination from their home university to be eligible for exchange at Stockholm University. |
| Admission | Via the Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies. |
Course Information
The Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies offers to study following courses in English:
Please note that most courses have special eligibility requirements which are determined by each department. Choose courses in the course catalogue: Find courses and programmes - Stockholm University
| Swedish Language Course |
Swedish language courses on different levels are offered for free by the Department Information about language courses is given during the Orientation Day in the beginning of each semester. |
| Registration to Courses | Via the Department which is providing the course. Registration to the course at Department of Archaeology and Classical Studies takes place in person at the Department on announced day and time |
| Transcripts of Records | Transcripts of records are sent to the home university approximately one month after the end of the semester. |
| General Information |
Housing for international students |
| Contact Information | housingoffice@su.se |
| Student Handbook/ A Smooth Start |
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| Orientation/ Welcome activities | |
| Visa | |
| Cost of Living | |
| Medical Insurance | |
| Getting to the University | Contact - Stockholm University |
| Student Service | |
| Health Service | |
| Disabilities | |
| Student Union | |
| Buddy Programme |
Practical information
We know there is a lot to think about before moving to a new country for studies, that's why we have collected some useful information that will help you make sure everything is in order before your departure to Sweden.
Follow the Pre-departure information and you will have everything in order before you depart to Stockholm University!
To get started with you studies follow the checklist for new students.
Get to know our beautiful Stockholm city before you arrive!
Learning Swedish
Why not take the opportunity to learn Swedish while in Sweden? There are several options to consider.
The Department of Swedish Language and Multilingualism give courses for International Students.
Swedish for International Students
A more informal way of learning Swedish is to take part in the Language cafe. While having a cup of coffee or tea you speak to native speakers and other learners. The cafes are run by student native speakers on a voluntary basis.
The Swedish Institute give free Swedish courses online. At the same time as learning the language you also get insights into Swedish culture and society.
Språkstudion Language Learning Resource Centre
Språkstudion Language Learning Resource Centre is the place to practise, teach and research languages at Stockholm University.
Contact
- Office hours
By appointment.
Last updated: March 25, 2025
Source: Department of archaeology and Classical Studies
