In this course, you, as a student with Swedish as a second language, will further develop your language skills, focusing on preparing for future academic studies in Swedish. By completing the course, you will be qualified for programs and courses where Swedish is the language of instruction.
Intensive Course in Swedish: Qualifying Course, 30 credits
Spring Term 2026
Starts
19 January 2026
Ends
7 June 2026
Study location
Umeå
Language
English (upon request)
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
General entry requirements with the exception of requirements in Swedish. Univ: at least 22.5 ECTS from the Intensive Course in Swedish: Continuation Course, which includes the modules Written proficiency and grammar, Oral production and pronunciation and Reading comprehension, or equivalent from another university. Contact the Department of Language Studies (studievagledare.sprakstudier@umu.se) for an assessment of prior learning.
Selection
Academic credits
Application code
UMU-18402
Application
Please note: This application round is intended only for applicants within the EU/EEA and Switzerland.
Online application service in Swedish will open 15 September 2025 at 09:00 CET.
Application deadline is
15 October 2025. How to apply
Application and tuition fees
As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.
