Quick Information
| Last Verified Date | November 10, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Application Link | Apply via the official page |
| Official Source | https://www.kth.se/en/studies/become-a-kth-student/international-applicants-1.1334601 |
Why KTH Royal Institute of Technology stands out
KTH Royal Institute of Technology is Sweden’s largest technical university, based in Stockholm, and its international applicants page gives a clear picture of what is open to students from abroad. Almost all bachelor’s programmes are taught in Swedish, with one bachelor’s programme taught in English, while master’s and doctoral studies are provided in English. Non-EU, EEA and Swiss students pay tuition for bachelor’s and master’s study, but doctoral students pay no fees and receive a monthly salary as employees of the university. Master’s applications for the international round run from mid-October to mid-January.
What you can study
International students can apply for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes. The main fields are engineering in its many branches, computer science, data science and artificial intelligence, architecture, and the natural sciences. Around 60 master’s programmes are taught in English, with one bachelor’s programme taught in English, and doctoral studies are provided in English across the university’s departments. Doctoral students are employed by the university and receive a monthly salary.
International admissions
Applications for master’s programmes are made through University Admissions, with the international round running from mid-October to mid-January. Doctoral applicants apply for advertised doctoral positions. Full steps are on the official international applicants page.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I study a bachelor’s degree in English at KTH?
Almost all bachelor’s programmes are taught in Swedish, with one bachelor’s programme taught in English. Master’s and doctoral studies are provided in English.
How do international students apply to KTH?
Master’s applications are made through University Admissions, with the international round running from mid-October to mid-January. Doctoral applicants apply for advertised positions.
Do international students pay tuition at KTH?
Students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland pay tuition for bachelor’s and master’s study. Doctoral students pay no fees and receive a monthly salary. The tuition amount is set per programme — check the official page for your programme.
Can I do a PhD at KTH?
Yes. Doctoral studies are provided in English, doctoral students pay no fees, and they receive a monthly salary as university employees.