KTH Royal Institute of Technology On the forefront

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology On the forefront of Scientific Innovation

KTH Royal Institute of Technology On the forefront of Scientific Innovation

An introduction to Sweden In the heart of Scandinavia 2021 -02 -19 Home of

An introduction to Sweden In the heart of Scandinavia 2021 -02 -19 Home of the Nobel Prize A culture of innovation and entrepreneurship 2

KTH at a glance • Sweden’s largest, oldest and highest ranked technical univeristy •

KTH at a glance • Sweden’s largest, oldest and highest ranked technical univeristy • Leading research institution • Approximately 17 000 students • Maintains partnerships with international elite universities • Hosts two EIT Communities 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 3

KTH among the top ten in Europe In the prestigious Times Higher Education ranking

KTH among the top ten in Europe In the prestigious Times Higher Education ranking 2013, KTH is ranked as no 117 among the world’s universities. KTH is also • 34 th among the world's technical universities • 6 th among Europe's technical universities 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 4

Famous alumni Professor Hannes Alfvén, Börje Ekholm, Minoo Akhtarzand, Professor Christer Fuglesang • One

Famous alumni Professor Hannes Alfvén, Börje Ekholm, Minoo Akhtarzand, Professor Christer Fuglesang • One Nobel Prize in Physics • More than 75 000 alumni • Over 12 000 alumni registered in the network • 70 % get their dream job 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 5

KTH research platforms • Energy Technologies and systems supporting sustainable global energy systems. •

KTH research platforms • Energy Technologies and systems supporting sustainable global energy systems. • Information and Communication Technology Focuses on fields such as microelectronics, nanotechnology, photonics and wireless sensor networks. 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 6

KTH Research platforms cont. • Materials Spans from chemistry, fibre and polymer technology to

KTH Research platforms cont. • Materials Spans from chemistry, fibre and polymer technology to biotechnology, mechanics and process technology. • Medical and Biomedical Technology Recognised international research leader in the borderland between technology, natural sciences and medicine, including e g the mapping of all human proteins. • Transport Various disciplines, from vehicle technology and infrastructure to policy formulation and evaluation. 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 7

Range of degrees at KTH 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology •

Range of degrees at KTH 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 8

Eleven areas, 50 degree programmes • Architecture and the • Built Environment • Biotechnology,

Eleven areas, 50 degree programmes • Architecture and the • Built Environment • Biotechnology, Chemistry and Chemical Engineering • Electrical Engineering • Energy and Sustainable Development • Industrial Management • Information Technology • Materials Science and Engineering • Mathematics • Mechanical Engineering • Physics • Technology and Health

KTH offers a wide range of Master’s studies Architecture and Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering

KTH offers a wide range of Master’s studies Architecture and Civil Engineering Electrical Engineering Physics and Mathematics Energy and Sustainable Development Industrial Management and Innovation Information and Communication Technology and Computer Science • Life Science Technology • Materials Science and Engineering • Mechanical Engineering • • •

Female students at KTH Total share of female students at KTH: 32% Share of

Female students at KTH Total share of female students at KTH: 32% Share of female students in different subject areas:

Informal, non-hierarchical education • Classes and seminars in smaller groups • Students are encouraged

Informal, non-hierarchical education • Classes and seminars in smaller groups • Students are encouraged to solve problems together in groups • Encouraging innovative ideas and entrepreneurial spirit amongst students • Latest cutting edge teaching and technological equipment • Integrated education and industry

Application process and admission • Completed Bachelor’s degree or equivalent • Cambridge English Proficiency,

Application process and admission • Completed Bachelor’s degree or equivalent • Cambridge English Proficiency, TOEFL 90 or IELTS 6. 5 • Programme-specific requirements • Application opens mid October, 2013 and closes mid January, 2014 • Apply at www. universityadmissions. se • More info at www. studyinsweden. se

Tuition fees • All programmes except Architecture: SEK 145, 000 per academic year •

Tuition fees • All programmes except Architecture: SEK 145, 000 per academic year • Architecture: SEK 245, 000 per academic year • Tuition fee waivers available • For citizens of countries within the EU/EEA or Switzerland, application and tuition are free of charge

Service for fee-paying students • Accommodation support • Student counselling and guidance • Student

Service for fee-paying students • Accommodation support • Student counselling and guidance • Student insurance • English language course • Swedish language course

Student life in Stockholm

Student life in Stockholm

International cooperation • Worldwide student exchange - Large number of exchange agreements - Very

International cooperation • Worldwide student exchange - Large number of exchange agreements - Very active within Erasmus mundus • International collaboaration - EIT with the KICs - China Centres of Excellence

Stockholm – one of the most livable cities in the world • Stockholm offers

Stockholm – one of the most livable cities in the world • Stockholm offers students a vibrant and diverse environment • Tight relationship between academia and business • Early adopters of new technology and trends • Clean, tidy, safe • English speaking • Quick access to city, campus and nature with excellent transportation 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 18

Welcome to KTH! 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth.

Welcome to KTH! 2021 -02 -19 KTH Royal Institute of Technology • www. kth. se 19