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INFORMATIONHANDBOOK

This handbook has been compiled to help youwith questions about life in Malm before, onarrival and during your study period. There isinformation regarding travel, settling in, use-ful resources, student services, your studies inMalm, student housing and much more!We hope this guide has the essential information tomake your transition here in Sweden an easy one.If you have any questions please do not hesitate

to contact us at Student Services, you will find ourcontact details in the handbook.

Malm University was founded in 1998 and is to-day Swedens eighth largest university of undergrad-uate studies. Located in the centre of Malm, onthe Universitetsholmen, the university has playeda central role in the transformation of Malmfrom industrial town to a centre of learning.Welcome!

WelcometoMalm!


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Dear student,We are delighted to welcome you to Sweden and hope you will have an enrichingacademic experience at Malm University.

We greatly value your participation, both academically and socially, as a memberof our University and our community. Coming together, integrating, motivatingand expanding upon our knowledge and diversity is a unique opportunity. Ourambition is that all our students shall get an international and intercultural dimen-sion during their studies broadmindedness, maturity, understanding and respectfor other people and their cultures.Malm a fascinating study destination, is central in Europe, and today connectsSweden via the resund region in culture, industry and education to Copenhagenin Denmark and Europe. Malm is a city of transition, vibrant culture and drama-

tic environments and is surrounded by some of Swedens most beautiful countrysidewhich I hope you will have the occasion to explore.

In your pursuit of success,

Dr Ingrid ElamPro Vice-chancellor International of Malm University

Postal address Visiting address Phone Email Internet

Malm University Matrosgatan 1 +46 40-6 65 70 00 [email protected] www.malmouniversity.se205 06 Malm 211 18 Malm


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TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. This is Sweden!

2. Academic Information

3. Preparing for departure

4. Getting to Malm

5. Student Services on Campus

6. Housing in Malm

7. Campus life

8. Useful information


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GEOGRAPHY

Sweden is the fourth largest country in Europe.Its area is more or less equal to that of Spainor the state of California. Half of its land areais covered by forest. Less than ten per cent isfarmland, most of which is to be found in thesouthernmost part of the country. The distancefrom north to south measures 1,600 kilometres(1,000 miles), which means the countrys naturalfeatures are quite varied. Nearly 100,000 lakesare connected in a lacework of waterways. A

long coastline with thousands of islands alsocontributes to the character of the country.

Over the past decade, Malm has undergone asubstantial post-industrial transformation. Thiscosmopolitan city has reclaimed the seafront,where entire new city districts full of modernarchitecture and bustling street life have beenconstructed. Another radical change has beenthe mighty resund Bridge, opened in 2000,

which connects Malm with Denmarks capitalCopenhagen, just twenty minutes away. Theregion now forms a single metropolitan area;one of the most expensive, exciting and energeticin Northern Europe.

Malm is an ideal base for exploring this newregion and in less than one hour visitors can

reach not only several major cities, but also alarge number of historical and picturesque towns

and villages, beautiful beaches and impressivecastles and manor houses.

For all its expansion, and with a population of300 000 inhabitants, Malm remains a small,friendly and pleasant city where almost every-thing is located within easy walking distance.For example, Malm has its own beaches atRibersborg, Sibbarp, Klagshamn and Scaniabadet.

POPULATIONSweden has a population of 9 million. About80% live in cities and urban areas. More thana third of them live in the three largest cities,Stockholm (the capital), Gothenburg and Malm.The population density, 20 inhabitants persquare kilometre (54 per square mile), makesSweden one of the most sparsely populatedcountries in Europe. For many years, Sweden was

ethnically very homogeneous, with the exceptionof the Sami people who live in northern Sweden.During the 1960s and 1970s, more than half amillion immigrants moved to Sweden for work.Over the last few decades, Sweden has also recei-ved refugees from a number of countries troubledby war. Today, 1 out of every 20 inhabitants is aforeign citizen or has a foreign background.

1. THIS IS SWEDEN!

FACTS AND FIGURES:

Area: 450 000 kmLongest north-south distance: 1574 kmLongest east-west distance: 499 km

Population: 9 million inhabitantsCapital: StockholmCurrency: 1 krona (SEK) = 100 re

Religion: 82 % belong to the Lutheran Church of SwedenConstitution: Constitutional monarchy, parliamentary democracyParliament: The Riksdag, with 349 members in one chamber

Head of state: King Carl XVI GustafHead of government: Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt, leader of

the Moderate Party

More information: www.sweden.se


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New Years Day (Nyrsdagen) 1 January

Epiphany Eve (Trettondagsafton) 5 January

Epiphany Day (Trettondagen) 6 January

Good Friday (Lngfredagen) in March or April

Easter Sunday (Pskdagen)

Easter Monday (Annandag Psk)

May Day (Frsta maj) 1 May

Ascension Day (Kristi Himmelfrdsdag) always on a Thursday in May

Whit Sunday (Pingstdagen) in May or June

National Day of Sweden (Nationaldagen) 6 June

Midsummer Day (Midsommardagen) towards the end of June.All Saints Day (Allhelgonadagen) always on a Saturday in early November

Christmas Eve (Julafton) 24 December

Christmas Day (Juldagen) 25 December

Boxing Day (Annandag jul) 26 December

New Years Eve (Nyrsafton) 31 December

Sweden has a lot of traditional festivities like Waffle Day, Midsummer, Crayfish parties andLucia. To find out how to celebrate the Swedish way, visit www.sweden.se/traditions

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PUBLIC HOLIDAYS AND TRADITIONAL FESTIVITIES

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If you have the opportunity to arrive in Malm

a few days prior to the Orientation Week, makesure not to miss out on the biggest Malm eventof the year! Malmfestivalen is a free festivalpacked with great music concerts, fantastic

dance performances, theatre shows, sports activi-

ties, art and design, food delicacies from all overthe world and much more!www.malmofestivalen.se

MALMFESTIVALEN


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Despite its northern latitude, Sweden has atemperate climate with four distinct seasonsand mild temperatures throughout the year.

Sweden is much warmer and drier thanother places at a similar latitude, and evensomewhat further south, mainly because ofthe Gulf Stream. For example, central andsouthern Sweden has much warmer wintersthan many parts of Russia, Canada, and thenorthern United States.

Malm has very unpredictable weather, withsunny summer conditions sometimes rapidlychanging to damp, showery conditions and

vice versa! The winter is long and damp withlots of wind and frost. December, Januaryand February are the coldest and rainiestmonths of the year. Snow is very infrequent!

SUITABLE CLOTHING FOR THE CLIMATEOutdoor clothes should be warm and waterproof. Bring a winter scarf, hat and glovessince it can be very cold and windy. Shoesshould be warm and suitable for varied

weather conditions. During spring/summermonths outdoor clothes are lighter. Dontforget to bring a pair of slippers with youas you will be required to remove outdoorshoes inside the student dormitories.

CLIMATE

COST OF LIVINGYou should estimate your living expensesbased on your personal needs. The MigrationBoard has the following advice for monthlystudent living costs:

* Please note that to be able to get a Residence permit for

studies, financial proof of no less than SEK 7300/month mustbe enclosed with the application

Swedish currency Swedish coinage re & Krona (100 re

=1 krona). The lowest denomination coin is now 1 krona,though prices still can show an amount in re. When you buy

something, the total sum will be rounded up or down to thenearest 1 krona. Coins are available in 1, 5, and 10 denomi-nations. Notes are available in 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000

denominations. Symbols for the krona are SEK, Kr and :-.

FINANCES

Food: 1 500

Accommodation: 3 300

Telephone, TV, newspaper: 300

Local travel: 200

Medical care, hygiene: 200

Clothing, hobby, leisure: 1500

Course literature: 300

TOTAL SEK 7300*


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2. ACADEMIC INFORMATIONMalm University strives to be a university opento all; a university that is structured to cope with

our ever-changing job market through a multi-disciplinary approach that crosses traditionalschool and faculty boundaries. Malm Universityhas five school and faculty areas, all of whichare multi-disciplinary. This means that severalsciences meet under one roof, each one enrichingthe other. Our courses and programmes give gra-duates a wider outlook as they prepare for theirfuture professional working careers.

The main campus area of Malm University lies

in the centre of town, and the modern harbourarea. The Faculty of Culture and Society, Schoolof Technology and School of Education arelocated near the harbour. The medical sciencescampus area is located by the university hospital,alongside the spectacular Pildamms Park andcosmopolitan Mllevngen square in the centreof town.

The academic model in Sweden is culturally uni-que and differs considerably from anywhere else

in the world. There is a focus on the individualstudent at all levels of learning, where the studentsare responsible for their own development. Theopen and interactive teaching environment atMalm University encourages critical thinking,discussions and questions in lectures and semi-nars. Although you will have a number of lecturesevery week, much of your work will be indepen-dent studies and group work. Be ready to takeresponsibility for your time and studies!

Details of courses offered each semester as well ascourse outlines and prerequisites are available onour website www.malmouniversity.se

One semester of full-time study is 30 highereducation credits (hp), equivalent to 30 EuropeanCredit Transfer System points (ECTS). Please notethat you need to be admitted to at least a full timecourse (30 ECTS credits) in order to qualify for aresidence permit for studies in Sweden.

Relations between students and teachers atMalm University are very informal. Studentsare encouraged to ask questions, both in theclassroom and outside. Classes often consist ofdiscussions around chosen topics rather thanteacher-provided lectures. Learning and teach-ing is considered a two-way communication.Dont hesitate to ask questions about things you

dont quite understand or comment on issues youdisagree, or agree, with. Teachers will expect youto call them by their first name, as students andteachers consider one another equals. This does

of course not imply that the teachers will acceptanything but your best performance in class andduring examinations.

PLAGIARISM AND CHEATINGPlagiarism is the unauthorized use of work orthoughts of someone else. Plagiarism and chea-ting is neither legal nor accepted in our academic

culture. For details about Equal treatment of stu-dents and your Rights & Responsibilities at MalmUniversity, please visit:www.mah.se/Rights-and-responsibilities

COURSE WORK LOADS

ACADEMIC CULTURE


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3. PREPARING FOR DEPARTURE

If you are a non-EU/EEA citizen and plan to studyat Malm University, you must have a residencepermit card. In order for you to get a decisionin time to start your course or programme, it isessential that you apply for a residence permit im-mediately following your payment of tuition fee.

You must apply for your residence permit fromyour native country or other country outsideSweden where you live permanently. You musthave a valid residence card before you travel toSweden. You apply at a Swedish embassy or con-sulate in the country you are living in. You mustuse the form Application for residence permit forstudents and doctoral students, no. 105031..

REQUIREMENTS TO BE GRANTED A RESIDENCEPERMIT FOR STUDIES IN SWEDEN:

To be granted a residence permit you must intend to study and: be admitted to full-time studies

pay your tuition fee

prove that you are able to nancially support yourself

for the planned study period have comprehensive health insurance that covers the whole

period you are in Sweden, if you plan to study for less thanone year

have a valid passport

For more detailed instructions regarding applying for residencepermit, visit: www.migrationsverket.se/info/151_en.htm

To find out where to find your closest Swedish embassy, visit:www.swedenabroad.com

ASSISTANCE WITH EXTENDING YOUR STUDENTRESIDENCE PERMIT NONEU/EEA STUDENTSFor studies that last longer than one year, you willbe granted a residence permit covering one yearat a time. You must then apply for an extendedresidence permit. Malm University will assist you inapplying for an extension. If the period of study isless than one year you will be granted a residencepermit which is valid for the length of the studyperiod. If you need to stay longer, e.g. because youneed to re-sit an exam, you can apply for an extensi-on to your residence permit. For more informationplease contact [email protected] have a

look at the Swedish Migration board website atwww.migrationsverket.se/info/2973_en.html

RESIDENCE PERMIT FOR NONEU/EEA STUDENTS

As an EU/EEA citizen you have the right ofresidence in Sweden and may study without a

residence permit. However, you must registerwith the Swedish Migration Board no later thanthree months after entering the country.

For more detailed instructions regarding registe-ring in Sweden, please visit:

www.migrationsverket.se/info/150_en.html

REGISTRATION IN SWEDEN FOR EU/EEA STUDENTS


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NONEU/EEA CITIZENSAS A VISTING STUDENT, YOU ARE ENTITLED TOHEALTH CARE BENEFITS WHILE LIVING IN SWEDEN.

HOW YOU RECEIVE HEALTH BENFITS DEPEND ONYOUR STUDY DURATION.

IF YOU ARE A STUDENT ENROLLED FOR ONEYEAR OR LONGER:If you have a residence permit for 12 monthsor more, you are entitled to the same benefitsas Swedes. However, you must register at yourlocal tax office as soon as you arrive in Malm.The civil registration procedure can take sometime, but this service will be provided during

our orientation week. Medical insurance doesnot cover your journey to Sweden or the timeyou spend in the country prior to applying forcivil registration. Thus, to be fully covered, youwill need some form of travel insurance. Makesure you have a valid health and travel insurancefrom your home country prior to your civil regist-ration in Malm. For more information regardingSwedish social insurance, visitwww.forsakringskassan.se/sprak/eng

IF YOU ARE A FEEPAYING STUDENT ENROLLED IN A COURSE OR A ONEYEAR MASTERPROGRAMME:If you have a residence permit valid for aperiod of less than a year, you are not ableto register at the local tax office. In this case,Malm University will provide health insu-rance for you. This does not include travel/medical insurance for your trip to Sweden.Please note that if you do not make your tui-

tion payment on time, by the 1st of June2012, we cannot guarantee you will be cove-red by this health insurance.

EU/EEA CITIZENS

IF YOU ARE AN EU/EEA CITIZEN:

Contact your health insurance company fora European Health Insurance Card (formerlycalled E111). The European Health InsuranceCard gives you the right to immediate medicaltreatment on the same conditions as Swedishcitizens. If you dont bring this card you riskhaving to cover all eventual costs! Check withyour health insurance company if there is anagreement between your country and Swedenregarding health insurance coverage. If thereis, you should check the conditions that apply

and bring your insurance card with you toSweden. For more information regarding theEuropean Health Insurance Card, please visit:www.ec.europa.eu/social/main.jsp?catId=559

Students who are not covered by any of theseagreements must arrange their own insurancecoverage. We strongly recommend you do thisin your home country as there are very fewinsurance options available for internationalstudents in Sweden, and they are probablymuch more expensive than the ones you canget from home. In Sweden, medical treatmentis very expensive without any form of insu-rance.

VACCINATIONSThere are generally no vaccination require-ments when entering Sweden. Temporary

regulations may sometimes apply to travellersfrom specific countries.

PRIVATE INSURANCE & HEALTH INSURANCE


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4. GETTING TO MALM

Malm is located in the very south of Swedenacross the bridge from Copenhagen. Dont bookyour ticket to Stockholm (the capital city ofSweden), which is located about 800 km northof Malm. You should instead book your ticketdirectly to Malm or Copenhagen. If you are fly-ing, check your luggage through so you dont haveto collect them on a stop-over. Try to get boardingpasses for each section of your journey. Try to keep

your luggage to a minimum for several reasons;you will have to carry them yourself until youreach Malm Central and also because you willalmost certainly return home with much moreluggage than when you arrived. It is a goodidea to carry this handbook in your hand lug-gage along with important documents like yourtravel insurance and Letter of Acceptance torefer to during your journey and at customs! Ifyou are on prescribed medicines you should alsobring a letter from your doctor explaining what

they are. Check with your airline regardinghand luggage restrictions.

TRAVELLING FROM OUTSIDE EUROPEDirect to Copenhagen See information aboutCopenhagen Airport under Travelling fromwithin Europe.

Via Europe As past experience shows lost lug-gage and cancelations occur most frequently at

London and French (Charles de Gaulle) airports.We advise students to avoid flights via London.Depending on the city of departure flights canstop over in, for example, Brussels, Paris, Amster-dam, Hamburg or Helsinki. A direct flight canbe booked from these airports to Copenhagen(see airports Kastrup/CPH under Travelling fromwithin Europe). Your visa should include thecountry of stop-over! You may have to transferbetween terminals at these airports so it is a goodidea to allow extra time between flights givenstrict security measures in Europe now. If youare flying with the same airline on each stretch,

ask the personnel on board to help in the event ofdelays and or uncertainties.

TRAVELLING FROM WITHIN EUROPETrains You can travel and book direct to MalmCentral Station.

Malm Airport (Sturup)See http://www.swedavia.com/malmo/

This is a small airport with a connecting busto Malm Central station, which takes up to45 minutes (see www.flygbussarna.sefor time-tables and prices). Airlines such as MalmAviation & Wizzair arrive and depart fromMalm Airport.

Copenhagen International Airport(Kastrup - CPH) See www.cph.dkOne of the largest international airports innorthern Europe, you can take the train (called

resundstg in Swedish) from Terminal 3: Thiswill take you over the strait between Denmarkand Sweden, via a bridge, to Malm CentralStation. The journey takes 20 minutes. If youbook through a travel agency, they can bookyour flight to include the train ticket. Trainsdepart three times an hour and a one-way ticketcosts 105 Swedish Crowns (SEK). Tickets canbe bought at the DSB ticket desk which closes at11pm. Ticket machines only accept credit-cards(Visa, MasterCard etc.) and are located at theexit to the train platforms. Malm Central isthe third stop in Sweden. Visit www.dsb.dkorwww.skanetrafiken.sefor more information.

By boat Arriving to Ystad (from Poland) orTrelleborg (from Germany), you can takethe bus or the train directly to Malm. Seewww.skanetrafiken.sefor more information.The journey by car from the ferry terminal inTrelleborg to Malm takes around 20 minutes.

The train from Ystad to Malm Central Stationtakes approximately 50 minutes. By car, the signsleading from the Ystad ferry terminals to Malmare easy to follow.

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By car The resund Bridge crosses the resundstrait and provides a new efficient way to travelbetween Malm and Copenhagen, either by caror by train. The price for crossing the bridge bycar is currently 360 Swedish Crowns (SEK). Please

note that it is expensive to park cars in Malm.

It is also very difficult to find available parkingspaces! Should you still decide to bring a car,please be careful when you park. Check parkingsigns for dates and times and make sure you takeall your valuables with you when you leave the car!

All international students who are new toMalm University are invited to our OrientationWeek from 27 to 31 August!

The Orientation Week is free of charge,but you need to register beforehand.The registration form will open 1st June at:www.mah.se/registration

The Orientation week starts with an Arrival Day onAugust 27th, which will be followed bya series of orientation activities during the rest ofthe week. The Orientation Week will provide youwith necessary information to begin your studiesat Malm University. It will also give you important

facts about practical issues, hoping to give you apleasant stay in Malm.

SOME ACTIVITIES DURING PREVIOUS ORIENTATION WEEKS: Ocial welcome from Malm University

Lecture: Swedish academic system explained

Welcome reception with food and drinks

Computer introduction

Guided tour of the library

Lecture: Sweden and the Swedes

Swedish lm

Lecture: Introduction to the Swedish language

Visit to your Faculty

Police information and campus security

Social activities, including pentathlon, city safari and softball

After the Orientation Week there will beseveral activities throughout the first semester,aiming at giving a good introduction to MalmUniversity and the city of Malm.

For updated information and full schedule, visitwww.mah.se/orientationweek

IF YOU ARRIVE BEFORE 27 OF AUGUST:

If you are arriving early, you can participate in theIntroduction programme that starts with an ArrivalDay on Tuesday 14th of August and later mergeswith the Orientation week. For more informationabout the Introduction programme, visit:www.mah.se/introductionprogramme. Please notethat the Swedish Course given during the Intro-duction Programme only is offered to exchangestudents.

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ARRIVAL DAY AUGUST 27TH

To participate in Malm Universitys Orientation

Week, you should arrive in time for Arrival Dayon August 27th. You are welcome to visit us atthe Student Centre (see map) where we will havea drop-in arrival service between 10:00 to 16:00.Here you will be able to meet with some of ourstaff, get your Welcome package, and meet withthe Student Union, student mentors and fellowstudents.You will also be able to receive your computer ID,arrange your multi-card and apply for Swedishsocial security number (only for students staying

longer than 1 year). If you are a fee-paying student

and have received student housing organised byMalm University, you will also sign your contractwith the landlord and receive the keys to your ac-commodation.

Student Centre Studentcentrum, Matrosgatan 1

(Building 1).

ARRIVINGAFTER AUGUST 27TH

If you cannot arrive in time for Arrival Day, pleasecontact the International Office [email protected] for information on

how to collect your Welcome package, computer

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1. GddanCitadellsvgen 7

Faculty of Culture and

Society

Language, Migrationand Society

Department of GlobalPolitical Studies

Centre for WideningParticipation

2. OrkanenNordenskildsgatan 10

Faculty of Education

and Society

Library

IT-Services

3. Malm Central Station

Your arrival destination.

4. StudentcentrumMatrosgatan 1

Student administration

Guidance counseling

Admissions

Student Health Services

International Student Office

University GeneralAdministration


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5. STUDENT SERVICES ON CAMPUS

The International Office provides students with helpbefore and during their studies at Malm University.

You can contact the International Office for variousreasons.

OPENING A BANK ACCOUNTThe International office provides assistanceto all international students in the processof opening a new bank account upon arrivalin Malm. More information about thisprocess will be provided to you during ourOrientation Week.

EXCHANGE STUDIES/ STUDYABROAD/INTERNSHIPMost students at Malm University have theopportunity to study abroad for a semester with-in their study programme. Malm Universityhas approximately 200 partner universitiesaround the world where you can study as anexchange student.

www.mah.se/internationaloffice

www.mah.se/studyabroad

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: +46 40 665 70 00

INTERNATIONAL OFFICE

You can meet with our Career Advisers forinformation and guidance regarding yourstudies and future career. You will find themboth at Studentcentrum and at the differentschools and faculties.

www.mah.se/careersservice

Email: [email protected]: + 46 40 665 75 10

CAREER SERVICES

In the Student Centre, you can get advice,support and guidance on questions concerningstudies, admission, housing, life in Malm, health,career, dyslexia, studies abroad, residence permit

and much more. Opening hours are 08.00 - 16.30.You are also welcome to visit us during drop-inhours between 11.00-13.00 Monday through Thurs-day at Matrosgatan 1. www.mah.se/studentcentre


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All students at Malm University have accessto student health care. The personnel at theStudent Health Services are governed by profes-sional secrecy and all contact is free of charge.

SOCIAL COUNSELLORSSome students face problems during their stu-dies, and sometimes the best thing to do is talkto a professional about it.

NURSE/MIDWIFEIf you have any symptoms or health problemsthat you are worried about you are welcometo contact the nurse/midwife. There is no physician/

doctor at the Student Health Services, but if there isany need for a doctors consultation the nurse canmake a referral to someone suitable.www.mah.se/studenthealth

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: +46 40 665 71 70

Malm University offers many different servicesin its libraries: from issuing books, to helping withcomputer support, and access to electronic jour-nals. If you need help using the library catalogueand using information resources, simply ask at theinformation desk. If you need further help you canalso book a librarian for a free individual 60 minutehelp session. Its a great way to kick start your re-search project. In cooperation with you, the librarystaff can create search strategies, perform searchesin databases, library catalogues and on the Inter-net. www.mah.se/Library

INFORMATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIESThe library staff can help you find and acquiretalking books. There are computers with as-sistive technology software installed at Malm

Universitys libraries. You can also borrow equip-ment such as dictaphones and receive trainingin assistive technology software at the IT depart-ment. At the beginning of the semester, the stafforganizes workshops where you can try out theassistive technology software.www.mah.se/bit/disability-service

IT Support can help you with your computerlog in, email, print and copying, file storage,software for your computer, etc.; helpdesksare situated in all university libraries and inOrkanen, room E121. www.mah.se/itservice

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

LIBRARY

IT SUPPORT

ENGLISH LANGUAGE WORKSHOPAcademic writing involves not simply copying

information, but learning to structure yourthoughts and ideas, and to express them in yourown words. In order to do this successfully, youneed to learn about the special demands andconventions this kind of writing requires. Whether

you are producing a long essay, a research paper or

a shorter assignment, you can come with all sortsof questions, no matter how big or small.www.mah.se/languageworkshop


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6. HOUSING IN MALM

University Housing is only applicable for fee-payingstudents who were admitted after the first applica-tion round in January.

If you have applied for student accommodationthrough Malm University, please note thatyou will not be able to check-in to your studentaccommodation on late evenings, weekends orpublic holidays. Keys to your student accom-modation can be picked up from our housing

administrators at the Student Centre duringoffice hours on weekdays, so make sure to bookyour travel arrangements accordingly! Detailedinformation about when you can check in atyour accommodation will be sent along withyour housing placement result.

The kitchens in the student accommodations are

fully equipped with utensils. All rooms are fullyfurnished. However, due to reasons of hygiene,curtains, duvets, pillows or bed sheets are notprovided. New pillows and duvets can be pur-chased on arrival for SEK 150.

Important to note. Internet connection at eachlocation is not automatically included. The alter-native is a mobile internet (USB modem) whichstudents use quite frequently. There are several

companies who provide mobile phone SIM cards;such as Comviq/Tele2, Tre, Telenor and Telia.

For more detailed information, visit:www.mah.se/universityhousingIf you have any questions regarding the housing,please contact our housing administrators [email protected]

Malm University does not arrange studenthousing if you are an EU/EEA or a Swiss student,so you need to arrange accommodation on yourown. Since there is a lack of student accommoda-tion in Malm, we strongly recommend you tolook for housing as soon as possible, even if youare not yet accepted. You will find useful informa-

tion on how to find housing in Malm atwww.mah.se/housing

If you need further guidance regarding findingaccommodation in Malm, please contact ourhousing administrators at [email protected]

HOUSING FOR FEEPAYING STUDENTS

HOUSING FOR EU/EEA AND SWISS STUDENTS


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7. CAMPUS LIFE

The Student Union monitors Malm Universityseducation, represents the students and assists indi-vidual students in issues concerning the universityand their studies. The Student Union representsstudents at every executive university body. TheUnion also makes sure that you will have a won-derful time when you are not studying. The Unioncollaborates with organisations and companies inMalm so that you get local discounts and get toattend fun clubs and interesting seminars.

Please dont hesitate to contact the Student Unionif you run into problems or feel unfairly treated.Every faculty has a Student Representative (calledStudentombud in Swedish) working full time tohelp you solve matters. The Union has an inter-national approach and everyone speaks English you are most welcome!malmostudenter.sewww.facebook.com/studentkaren.malmo

At Malm University our mentors are calledfadders. This is Swedish for mentor. The fad-ders are a group of volunteer university students

who bring Swedish and international studentstogether, and work in a group called ESNMalm. Interact is a part of the student unionand organises activities throughout the semester.

Examples from previous semesters are; pub quiz,ice skating, movie nights, barbeque, brnnboll(a Swedish type of softball), Christmas dinner

and Lucia.www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100000815100517

To becoe a member of the Student Union youneed to pay 79 SEK per term. You will receive astudent card once you have paid the studentunion fee and registered for your courses. Manyshops, restaurants, trains, buses, hairdressers, etc.,offer student discounts if you show a valid studentcard together with a photo ID. For more informa-tion about companies that offer student discounts,visit www.mecenat.seandmalmostudenter.se/english/support. Make sure to

ask at the shop or restaurant beforehand to makesure that the offer is valid.

STUDENT UNION

STUDENT MENTORS ESN MALM/INTERACT

STUDENT DISCOUNTS


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8. USEFUL INFORMATION

In case of emergency, dial 112 for assistance, thepeople who answer will be able to understandand speak English. This is the national emergencyhotline for medical care, ambulance, police and

fire department. It is a good idea to save a phonenumber to a relative (or some other person closeto you) in your mobile phone under the nameICE In Case of Emergency. www.sosalarm.se

ATM MACHINESThere are lots of ATM machines all aroundMalm, and they do not charge the cardholder of

a Swedish bank card for using a competing ATM.If you use a bank or credit card from home, checkwith your bank if they will charge you a fee formaking cash withdrawals in Sweden.

ATTRACTIONS AND EVENTS IN SKNEThere is a great variety of attractions to visit andevents to participate in, both in Malm and thesouthern region of Sweden called Skne. Dontmiss the Malm Festival (called Malmfestivalenin Swedish) August 19-26!www.skane.comwww.malmo.se/eventswww.malmofestivalen.seww.malmotown.com

BANKSBanks are open from Monday to Friday. Somebanks only allow customers with a Swedish per-sonal identity number to open a bank account.You will receive further information during

Orientation Week.

BICYCLESMost Swedish students use bikes to get around,all year round. This mean you will save moneyon bus fare. You will also be able to explore thecity you are staying in and its surroundings. Aska current student or a student mentor (who wecall a Fadder in Swedish) for places to buy newor used bikes.

BOOK STORESThere are several book stores scattered aroundMalm. Text books can be bought from a shop

called Akademibokhandeln. The recommendedreading list for each course is listed in yourcourse syllabus. You should wait to purchase

any books until you have confirmed the readinglist with the teacher of the course. Akademibok-handeln is located at Sdra Tullgatan 3.

CREDIT CARDSMajor credit cards are accepted widely but youshould always have some form of identification touse credit or bankcards in Sweden!

CINEMAS Royal, Sdra Tullgatan 4

Filmstaden Storgatan, Storgatan 22

Filmstaden Entr, Fredsgatan 12,

Entr Shopping Centre

Movies are shown in their original language withSwedish subtitles. The price is approximately SEK100. To find out which movies are showing, lookin the local newspapers, or consult www.sf.se

COMPUTER ID MALM UNIVERSITY EMAIL ADDRESS

In order to access the computers at the universi-ty, you will receive your own computer ID onceyou have arrived. You will also get your ownMalm University email account, which you needto check regularly (or forward to your personalemail account) as your professors, Student Servicesand other Malm University staff will use it inorder to send you important information.

DATESIn Swedish, dates are usually written year/month/

day, i.e. 120125 (25 January, 2012).

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DRIVING IN SWEDENDriving licenses from other countries are valid inSweden. You are required to always carry yourlicense when driving. Dont drink and drive!Sweden has much stricter regulations than many

other countries when it comes to drinking anddriving. Having more alcohol than 0.02 percentin your blood when driving is a punishable of-fence and drinking and driving is not sociallyacceptable in Sweden. It is compulsory for bothdrivers and passengers in front and back seats ofcars and light vehicles to wear seatbelts when thevehicle is moving. For more information aboutlaws and regulation, please seewww.korkortsportalen.se

DRUGSAnyone possessing or using any kind of illegaldrug - including cannabis - risks being arrestedand removed from the country. Drug dealingcarries a heavy prison sentence and the useof drugs is not socially acceptable in Sweden.Driving under the influence of drugs is illegaland regarded as a serious offence.ELECTRICITY

The current used in Sweden is 220 volts and50 Hz. The outlets or plugs will probably differfrom what you are used to and in order to useelectrical equipment you may have to use anadapter and/or converter.EMBASSIES IN SWEDENIf you need contact information for your embassy,dial directory services at 118 118 or downloadthe list of embassies in Sweden atwww.sweden.gov.se/sb/d/5358/a/97684

FOOD & SHOPPINGThe university campuses have their own restau-rants with lunch and snacks at reasonable prices,but in Sweden students prefer to cook at homerather than go out to eat. For food shopping,there are various supermarkets located all aroundMalm. The supermarkets are usually open dailybetween 09.00-19.00. When it comes to buyingfood, bigger super markets tend to offer both alarger selection and lower prices than smallercorner shops. Examples of big supermarkets areWillys, Coop, Citygross and Ica.

INTERNATIONAL DIALLINGDial 00 + country code + area code (the first digitof the area code is usually omitted if it is 0, 1, 8or 9), followed by the phone number of the personyou are calling. Most students make international

calls through an internet operator. The countrycode for Sweden is +46 (or 0046).

INTERNETThere are several options for Internet in Sweden,contact your landlord to see which options thatare available for you at your accommodation. Analternative is mobile internet (USB modem) whichstudents use quite frequently. There are severalcompanies who provide this; such as Comviq/Tele2, Tre, Telenor and Telia. Wireless Internet is

also available in most university buildings.

LIQUOR SHOP/OFFLICENSE SYSTEMBOLAGETAlcoholic beverages, including wine, can onlybe purchased in government-run stores (calledSystembolaget in Swedish) in Sweden. Beer withan alcoholic content of less than 3.5 % can bepurchased in grocery stores. Systembolaget isopen during business hours between Mondayto Saturday but is closed on Sundays and public

holidays. You must be 20 years old to purchasealcohol at Systembolaget. www.systembolaget.se

MEDICAL CAREIn case of emergency for which an ambulance isneeded, dial 112.

For medical advice in non-emergency situations,call the Medical Advice Hotline that is open 24hours a day, dial 1177. They will be able to guideyou to the closest medical centre or hospital,

visiting hours, how to book an appointment etc.When you see a doctor, or if you visit a medicalcentre or a hospital, dont forget your passport,student card and insurance card, if you are an EU/EEA or Swiss student, also make sure to bringyour European Health Insurance Card. You willhave to pay a patient fee, which varies dependingon if you are seeing a nurse, doctor or specialist.If you have a European Health Insurance Card, thepatient fee is usually between 120 and 300 SEK.

If you do not have a European Health InsuranceCard, the patient fee is usually 900 SEK. Pleaseconsult your insurance company regarding thecoverage, terms and conditions of you privatehealth insurance.


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MOBILE PHONE CARDPlease ensure you bring an unlocked phone. Asa gift from us to you, you will receive a Comviq/Tele 2 mobile phone SIM card on your day ofarrival! This gives you a Swedish mobile phonenumber. The card is a cash card (also known

as pay as you go or pre-paid card). To usethe card you should top-up/refill with SEK100/200/300/400 at a local a shop by credit card/cash or online. You are not obliged to use it at allif you dont want to.

MONEY EXCHANGECash can be exchanged into other currencies atall banks, X-change and Forex offices. The oneclosest to the university is a Forex office locatedinside the Central Train station building.

www.x-change.sewww.forex.se

MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES Malmhus Slott - Malmhus Castle

The Science and Maritime House -

You can explore the interior of a real submarine Fiskehoddorna - The Fishermens Huts

For more information about the above, visit:

www.malmo.se/Medborgare/Kultur--noje/

Museer--utstallningar/Malmo-Museer/Sprak/In-English.html Malm Konsthall - One of Europes largest

exhibition halls for contemporary art www.konsthall.malmo.se Moderna Museet - The Modern Museum is

housed in a former power station.www.modernamuseet.se

NEWS BROADCASTSInformation on broadcasts in other languages

than Swedish is available from Radio Sweden(Sveriges Radio), telephone +46 8 784 72 88,e-mail: [email protected] Sweden can also befound on the Internet at www.sr.se/rsNEWSPAPERSForeign newspapers are available in the readingroom at the university librarywww.mah.se/english/Library and at the publiclibraries www.malmo.se/Medborgare/Biblioteken/Vara-bibliotek.html. You can also visitwww.sr.se/rsand www.thelocal.se

PERSONAL INSURANCEWe strongly advise you to have a personal insu-rance policy for your home and private belong-ings. Check with your insurance company in yourhome country whether your insurance is valid inSweden; if it is not, contact a Swedish insurance

company for more information.

PHARMACY/CHEMISTThere are a lot of different pharmacies availablein Sweden, some of the most common branchesin Malm are Apoteket, Apotek Hjrtat andMedstop, who sell both prescription and non-prescription drugs and medicine. Some non-pres-cription drugs, as for example regular painkillers,can also be purchased in grocery stores, newsagents and gas stations - just ask the cashier.

POSTAL SERVICESThere are no regular post offices in Sweden, insteadyou will find Postal Service Points located in manygrocery stores and news agencies, where you cansend letters and parcels and purchase stamps. Tofind your closest Postal Service Point, visitwww.posten.se

PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION IN AND AROUND

MALMSknetrafiken handles all public transport in theregion - local buses, inter-city buses and regionaltrains. Taking a bus or a train is an easy way toget around in and around Malm. Monthly cardsare available and are valid for 30 days and allowyou to take any bus within the city of Malm. Italso allows you to take the train between thetrain stations Central Station, Triangeln andHyllie. There is also a pre-paid discount cardcalled JOJO. This pay as you go card must be

charged with a minimum of SEK 200, and it canbe charged in machines at the train stationsor in Sknetrafikens Customer Service Centres.You cannot charge it on board buses or trains, somake sure you have sufficient amount on the cardbefore you board a bus. For train travel, you haveto buy a ticket before you board the train. TheJOJO card gives you a 20% discount on each fareand is the only payment option if you want to takethe bus. Bus drivers do not accept cash payments.A bus ride inside Malm costs SEK 15 with theJOJO card. You can also use the card when travel-ling to Copenhagen. www.skanetrafiken.se


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RECYCLINGSome plastic bottles and aluminium cans, suchas beer and soda cans, carry a deposit (SEK 12).This deposit is refunded when the bottle or can isreturned to a recycling machine in a grocery store.For used paper, glass of all sorts, batteries, etc,

several recycling stations are available aroundthe city.

RIGHT OF PUBLIC ACCESS IN SWEDEN CALLEDALLEMANSRTTENAllemansrtten in Sweden is a very unique lawthat gives a person the right to access, walk, cycle,ride, ski, and camp (for one night) on any landthat is not farmed - with the exception of privategardens, the immediate vicinity of a dwelling houseand land under cultivation. For more detailed

information about the Right of Common access,and the restrictions and responsibilities regardingit, visit:www.naturvardsverket.se/en/In-English/Start/Enjoying-nature/The-right-of-public-access

SMOKINGSmoking is not allowed in university buildings orin your accommodation. All public buildings inSweden, including restaurants, bars and cafs, are

non-smoking.

SOCIAL MEDIAYou can contact us through our Facebook pagewww.facebook.com/malmouniversity or follow uson Twitter at www.twitter.com/malmouniversity

TIMESweden is on Central European Time (CET), i.e.one hour ahead of Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).Daylight saving is in effect from late March until

late October.www.timezoneconverter.com/cgi-bin/tzc.tzc

TIPPINGThe service charge is included in the price. Youare not expected to tip, but can choose to do so ifyou receive excellent service. In general, only taxidrivers and waiting staff in restaurants are tipped.Hairdressers and other service providers do notexpect tips.

TOURIST INFORMATIONMalm Tourist InformationBrshuset, Skeppsbron 2 (by the Central Station)SE-211 20 MalmTel: +46 40 34 12 00E-mail: [email protected]

Mon-Fri 09-17Sat-Sun 10-14:30

TRAIN TRAVELMalm is the perfect gateway for visiting the restof Sweden and Europe. Information about nationaltrain tickets and rail passes can be found atwww.sj.seor by calling Swedish Rail (SJ) at+46 771 75 75 75.

UNIT OF MEASUREMENT

Sweden uses the metric system. Distances aremeasured in kilometres, measures are given inmetres and centimetres, and weights are given inkilograms and grams. Converter:www.worldwidemetric.com/measurements.html

WATERTap water in Sweden is of very good quality. Youcan drink the water straight from the tap andthere is no need to filter it or buy bottled water.

WORKEU/EEA citizens and non-EU/EEA citizens with aresidence permit for studies are allowed to work inSweden. If you dont have a personal identity num-ber you can apply for a temporary number. ContactSkatteverket (the Swedish Tax Agency)www.skatteverket.se Please note that it can bevery difficult to find a part-time job, even for Swe-dish speakers. We advise students not to count onincome from a job once they are in Sweden to pay

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What is characteristic of Swedes? Blond hairwith blue eyes you say. You have probably al-ready found out that this is not always the case.

What you may not have figures out yet is whywe behave the way we do Below you find somehints that can make your stay in Sweden a littlebit easier.

BE ON TIMEBoth at work and in our social life, we are usu-ally very punctual. One exception to this ruleis the so-called academic quarter, which onlyexists at the university. If a lecture for example isposted to start at 10:00, in fact it starts at 10:15.

But not all lecturers apply to this phenomenon,so please ask to be on the safe side!

TAKING YOUR SHOES OFFThis really is a strange habit to most foreignersWhen you visit somebodys home, you willusually take off your outdoor shoes right at theentrance. It is quite normal to walk around inyour socks only, even if you did not think so!

NO SMOKINGSmoking is not allowed in public buildings,restaurants and bars. If there is a specialsmokers area, you are not allowed to smokeanywhere else. To be sure, take it as a goodrule always to ask before smoking, especiallyin peoples homes.

SOCIAL LIFE IN SWEDENThere is a saying that we are reserved and thatwe are difficult to get to know. We have to admit

that this may be true (especially during the darkmonths). Student activities will hopefully giveyou the opportunity to make friends. Do not beafraid to seek contact with people and to takethe initiative, it will be greatly appreciated. Mostof us are very social, just a bit shy.

PAYING THE BILLAfter grabbing a beer with your friends or afterhaving a wonderful dinner with the man/woman

of your dreams, you will realise that picking upthe tab is an unknown phenomenon in Sweden.The bill is usually split according to how muchyou ate and drank. You are welcome to givesome extra tip if you feel like it.

ANSWER THE PHONEWhat do you say when you pick up the receiver?Just Hello? In Sweden this is considered as im-polite. Commonly we answer directly with ourname or phone number, so do not be surprised.

QUEUES/LINESBesides punctuality we are known to be law abi-ding and very fond of forming queues. Wheneveryou are waiting for something; at the cinema,to pay in a shop etc, you are supposed to waitin a proper queue. Almost no excuse is goodenough to push your way forward in the queue.A modern version is a system with queue tickets(a little piece of paper with a number indicating

when it is your turn). This gives you the libertyto move around freely while you are waiting. Soif there is a queue ticket machine, do not forgetto take a ticket and look for a number display!

We have tried to give you some hints on how tobehave in Sweden. During your stay you mightrealise that some of the above mentioned maynot be accurate and other things are exactly theway we describe it ;-)

Welcome to Sweden and enjoy your stay!

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Exploring a supermarket in a new country can be an excitingexperience. Throughout your shopping adventures, if you seeitems marked e.g. 7, 65 SEK round up (or down ) to the nearestkronor, since the Kronors lowest denomination is 1 kronor.

Plastic and paper bags usually cost between 1-3 SEK and canbe found in front of the cashier counter. The small plasticbags at the end of the counter are free and you may use themif needed.

Below are some translations that can guide you during yoursearch for food!

DAIRY PRODUCTS

Lttmjlk (red) = skim milk with 0.5% fat

Mellanmjlk (blue) = semi-skim milk with 1.5% fat

Mjlk (yellow) = milk with 3% fat

Ekologisk mjlk = organic milk

Lglaktosmjlk = low lactose milk

Filmjlk = something in between buttermilk

and natural yoghurtMatlagningsgrdde = cream for cooking, 15% fat

Vispgrdde = whipping cream, 40% fat

Smr = butter

Margarin = margarine

Sprttgg = free range egg

Ost = cheese

Keso = cottage cheese

Messmr = soft whey butter

MEAT, FISH AND SHELLFISH

Ntktt = beef

Flsk = pork

Gris = pig

Kyckling =chicken

Kalkon = turkey

Lamm = lamb

Ren = reindeer

lg = elk

Kttfrs = minced meatLeverpastej = French pat

Falukorv = the most popular Swedish sausage

Kassler = smoked pork chops

Blodpudding = blood pudding

Hamburgerktt = horse meat

Lax = salmon

Sill = herring

Torsk = cod

Hummer = lobster

Rkor = shrimps

Krftor = crayfish

FRUIT AND VEGETABLES

Apelsin = orange

pple = apple

Pron = pear

Hallon = raspberries

Jordgubbar = strawberries

Persika = peach

Plommon = plum

Citron = lemon

Lk = onion

Vitlk = garlic

Gurka = cucumber

Sallad = lettuce

Kl = cabbage

Paprika (gul/rd/grn) = (yellow/red/green) pepper

rtor = peas

Spenat = spinach

Morot = carrotChampinjoner = mushrooms

Potatis = potatoes

A TRIP TO THE SUPERMARKET

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BREAD

Lngfranska = French loaf

Rglimpa = rye loaf

Vrtlimpa = wort flavoured rye bread

(available usually at Christmas)

Knckebrd = crispbread

Skorpor = rusks

Kex = crackers

SPICES

Basilika = basil

Koriander = coriander

Kanel = cinnamon

Ingefra = ginger

Saffran = saffron

Svartpeppar hel/malen=black pepper whole/ground

Dragon = tarragon

Kummin = caraway

Spiskummin = cumin

(dont mix this up with kummin!)

Muskotnt = nutmeg

Timjan = thyme

Glggkryddor = Christmas punchbowl spices

Krvel = chervil

MISCELLANEOUS

Socker = sugar

Strsocker = sugar granules

Farinsocker = brown sugar

Snab(b-)bitsocker = quick dissolving sugar cubes

Florsocker = icing sugar

Sirap = syrup

Vetemjl = plain flourGrahamsmjl = brown flour

Havregryn = oats

Kronjst = fresh yeast (at the milk counter)

Bakpulver = baking powder

Grtris = round-grained rice for rice pudding

Lngkornigt ris = long-grained rice for

rice dishes

Potatismos = mashed potatoes

Nudlar = noodles

Ss = gravy

Buljong (-trning) = stock (cube)

Senap = mustard

Sylt = jam

Flingor = cereal

Glass = ice cream

Jordnt = peanut

Hasselnt = hazelnut

Mandel = almond

Valnt = walnut

Tvttmedel = washing powder

Skljmedel = rinsing and softening agent

Diskmedel = washing up liquid

Tandkrm = tooth paste

DRINKS

Vatten = water

Kolsyrat = carbonated

Saft = lemonadeCider = cider, but often with no alcohol

l = beer

Rtt/vitt vin = red/white wine

Kaffe = coffee

Te = tea

Varm choklad = hot chocolate

OTHER WORDS AND PHRASES OF RELEVANCE

Stark = strongLtt = light

Spda = dilute

st. = it is short for stycken which means pieces

Extrapris = bargain price

Kortpris = price for those who have a customers

card of the supermarket

Jmfrpris = comparison price, this is the price

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Facebook www.facebook.com/malmouniversityThe Orientation Week: www.mah.se/orientationweek

Malm City website: www.malmo.se

Official visitor website of Malm: www.malmotown.com/enThe Gateway to Sweden: www.sweden.se

Information about Skne: www.skane.com

The visitors guide to Sweden: www.visit-sweden.com

Sweden: www.sverigeturism.se/smorgasbord

The Swedish Institute: www.si.se/english

Train timetable to Malm over the resund Bridge: www.skanetrafiken.se

Buses from Malm airport: Sturup, to Malm Central: www.flygbussarna.se

The Yellow pages: www.gulasidorna.se

Eniro (maps, directions, names, phone numbers): www.eniro.seStudying in Sweden: www.studyinsweden.se

Official community for international students in Sweden: www.swedenintouch.se

Documents required for application for a residence permit (EU/EEA citizens)

European Health Insurance Card and/or private health insurancePassport - which must be valid for the duration of your stay plus one extra month in Sweden

Residence Permit Card (non-EU/EEA citizens)

Prescriptions - if you are on medication and a medical letter from your doctor

Clothes - should be appropriate for warm weather, rain, wind, and cold!

Swedish currency for immediate use

GSM mobile phone

Adapters for your electrical appliances

Computer/Laptop & internet network cable (if you have one)

USEFUL WEB LINKS

CHECKLIST FOR YOUR TRIP TO SWEDEN!

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