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Study Medicine & Health in Sweden 🇸🇪

Sweden offers 120 Medicine & Health programs across 27 universities. Tuition ranges from $95k–$165k/yr, making it a competitive option for international students.

120 Programs
27 Universities
$95k–$165k/yr Tuition
50% STEM
10% Scholarships

Why Sweden for Medicine & Health?

Living Cost

$12,000/yr

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By Degree Level

Master (69) Bachelor (33) PhD (18)

Top Universities for Medicine & Health in Sweden

Karolinska Institute

Stockholm · National rank #1

Nutrition Science · Master Public Health Sciences - Health Promotion and Prevention · Master Biomedical Science · Bachelor Physiotherapy · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor Dentistry · Bachelor Global Health · Master Midwifery · Master Medicine · Bachelor Occupational Therapy · Bachelor Public Health Sciences - Epidemiology · Master Biomedicine · Master
Lund University

Lund · National rank #1 · QS #72

Master's Programme in Public Health · Master Master's Programme in Biomedicine · Master
Uppsala University

Uppsala · National rank #2 · QS #93

Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine · Bachelor Master's Programme in Public Health · Master
Stockholm University

Stockholm · National rank #4 · QS #147

Master's Programme in Public Health · Master
University of Gothenburg

Gothenburg · National rank #4 · QS #202

Master's Programme in Public Health Science · Master
Umeå University

Umeå · National rank #7 · QS #401

Master's Programme in Biomedicine · Master Master's Programme in Public Health · Master
Karlstad University

Karlstad · National rank #9

Master in Public Health · Master Bachelor in Nursing · Bachelor Bachelor Programme in Nursing · Bachelor
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

Uppsala · National rank #10 · QS #251

Doctoral Programme in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science · PhD
Jönköping University

Jönköping · National rank #11

PhD in Health and Welfare · PhD Health Sciences · PhD Health and Welfare · PhD
Örebro University

Örebro · National rank #12 · QS #421

PhD in Health Sciences · PhD Master Programme in Public Health Science · Master Bachelor Programme in Biomedicine · Bachelor
Linnaeus University

Växjö · National rank #12

Health and Caring Sciences · PhD
Malmö University

Malmö · National rank #15 · QS #701

Health and Society · Bachelor Biomedical Surface Science · Master
Mid Sweden University

Sundsvall · National rank #17 · QS #801

Masters Programme in Sports Performance and Athlete Health (one year) · Master Bachelor in Nursing · Bachelor Master in Sports Science · Master
University of Borås

Borås · National rank #19

Nursing · Bachelor
Dalarna University

Falun · National rank #23

Sport and Health Sciences · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor PhD in Health and Welfare · PhD
Högskolan Väst

Trollhättan · National rank #26

Nursing Program · Bachelor PhD in Health Sciences · PhD
The Swedish Red Cross University College

Stockholm · National rank #30

Sjuksköterskeprogrammet (Nursing Programme) · Bachelor PhD in Health Sciences · PhD Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Intensive Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Pediatric Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Oncology Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Palliative Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Operating Room Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Emergency Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Anesthesia Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - School Health Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Medical Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Diabetes Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Psychiatric Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Occupational Health Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Infectious Disease Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Surgical Care · Master PhD in Health and Caring Sciences · PhD Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Geriatric Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Prehospital Emergency Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Renal Care · Master Master of Science in Nursing, Advanced Clinical Practice · Master Bachelor of Science in Nursing · Bachelor Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Primary Health Care · Master
Ersta Sköndal Bräcke University College

Stockholm · National rank #33

Nursing Programme · Bachelor Master's Programme in Palliative Care · Master Specialist Nursing Programme - Primary Health Care · Master Specialist Nursing Programme - Geriatric Care · Master
Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan (GIH)

Stockholm · National rank #34

Sports Science Program (Ämneslärarprogrammet med inriktning idrott och hälsa) · Bachelor Master Programme in Sports Science · Master Doctoral (PhD) Programme in Sports Science · PhD
Gävle University College

Gävle · National rank #36 · QS #1401

PhD in Caring Sciences · PhD Bachelor Programme in Nursing · Bachelor Nursing · Bachelor

All Programs

PhD in Health Sciences

Örebro University

PhD STEM

Health and Caring Sciences

Linnaeus University

PhD

Health and Society

Malmö University

Bachelor

Biomedical Surface Science

Malmö University

Master STEM

Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine

Uppsala University

Bachelor STEM

Sport and Health Sciences

Dalarna University

Bachelor

Nursing

Dalarna University

Bachelor

PhD in Health and Welfare

Dalarna University

PhD

Master's Programme in Biomedicine

Umeå University

Master STEM

Master's Programme in Public Health

Umeå University

Master STEM

Master's Programme in Public Health

Stockholm University

Master

Nutrition Science

Karolinska Institute

Master STEM Aid

Public Health Sciences - Health Promotion and Prevention

Karolinska Institute

Master Aid

Biomedical Science

Karolinska Institute

Bachelor STEM

Physiotherapy

Karolinska Institute

Bachelor

Nursing

Karolinska Institute

Bachelor

Dentistry

Karolinska Institute

Bachelor STEM

Global Health

Karolinska Institute

Master Aid

Midwifery

Karolinska Institute

Master

Medicine

Karolinska Institute

Bachelor STEM

Master's Programme in Public Health

Lund University

Master STEM

Master's Programme in Biomedicine

Lund University

Master STEM

Occupational Therapy

Karolinska Institute

Bachelor

PhD in Caring Sciences

Gävle University College

PhD

Bachelor Programme in Nursing

Gävle University College

Bachelor STEM

Nursing

Gävle University College

Bachelor

Nursing Program

Högskolan Väst

Bachelor

Masters Programme in Sports Performance and Athlete Health (one year)

Mid Sweden University

Master STEM

Nursing Programme

Ersta Sköndal Bräcke University College

Bachelor

Master's Programme in Palliative Care

Ersta Sköndal Bräcke University College

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme - Primary Health Care

Ersta Sköndal Bräcke University College

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme - Geriatric Care

Ersta Sköndal Bräcke University College

Master

Sjuksköterskeprogrammet (Nursing Programme)

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Bachelor STEM Aid

PhD in Health Sciences

The Swedish Red Cross University College

PhD STEM Aid

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Intensive Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Pediatric Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Oncology Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Palliative Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Operating Room Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Emergency Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Anesthesia Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - School Health Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Medical Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Diabetes Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Psychiatric Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Occupational Health Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Infectious Disease Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

Master of Science in Nursing, Specialist Nursing - Surgical Care

The Swedish Red Cross University College

Master STEM

PhD in Health and Caring Sciences

The Swedish Red Cross University College

PhD STEM

Bachelor in Nursing

Mid Sweden University

Bachelor

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (Sjuksköterskeprogrammet)

Sophiahemmet University

Bachelor Aid

Master's in Radiography

Sophiahemmet University

Master STEM Aid

International Master's Programme in Palliative Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master Aid

Master of Science in Nursing

Sophiahemmet University

Master Aid

Study Programme in Midwifery (Barnmorskeprogrammet)

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Master Programme in Public Health Science

Örebro University

Master STEM

Master in Health and Welfare

University West

Master

PhD in Health Sciences

University West

PhD

Sports Science Program (Ämneslärarprogrammet med inriktning idrott och hälsa)

Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan (GIH)

Bachelor

Master Programme in Sports Science

Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan (GIH)

Master STEM

Master's Programme in Public Health Science

University of Gothenburg

Master STEM

Nursing

University of Gävle

Bachelor

PhD in Health and Welfare

Jönköping University

PhD

Health Sciences

Jönköping University

PhD STEM

Specialist Nursing Programme in Surgical Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Anesthesia Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Primary Health Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Sophiahemmet University

Bachelor

Specialist Nursing Programme in Geriatric Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Medical Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Intensive Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Psychiatric Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Operating Room Nursing

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Oncology Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Pre-hospital Emergency Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Emergency Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in Diabetes Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Specialist Nursing Programme in School Health Care

Sophiahemmet University

Master

Master of Science in Public Health Sciences

EHS School of Health Sciences

Master STEM

Doctoral (PhD) Programme in Sports Science

Gymnastik- och idrottshögskolan (GIH)

PhD STEM Aid

Master in Public Health

Karlstad University

Master STEM

Bachelor in Nursing

Karlstad University

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor Programme in Nursing

Karlstad University

Bachelor

Nursing

University of Borås

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

EHS School of Health Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Physiotherapy

EHS School of Health Sciences

Bachelor STEM

PhD in Public Health

EHS School of Health Sciences

PhD STEM

Doctoral Programme in Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

PhD STEM

Bachelor of Science in Radiography

EHS School of Health Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Bachelor of Science in Occupational Therapy

EHS School of Health Sciences

Bachelor STEM

Master of Science in Clinical Medical Science with a Major in Nursing

EHS School of Health Sciences

Master STEM

Master of Science in Biomedicine

EHS School of Health Sciences

Master STEM

Health and Welfare

Jönköping University

PhD

PhD in Health and Caring Sciences

University of Skövde

PhD

Master in Sports Science

Mid Sweden University

Master

Master's Programme in Public Health

ALT University College

Master

PhD in Public Health

ALT University College

PhD

Biomedical Science

University of Skövde

Bachelor STEM

Health and Welfare

Mälardalen University

Bachelor

PhD in Health Sciences

Högskolan Väst

PhD

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to study Medicine & Health in Sweden?
Tuition for Medicine & Health programs in Sweden ranges from $95k–$165k/yr. 10% of programs offer scholarships or financial aid. Annual living costs (accommodation, food, transport) are approximately $12k.
What are the English language requirements for Medicine & Health in Sweden?
English-taught Medicine & Health programs in Sweden typically require:. Requirements vary by university and program level — always check the specific program page.
How many Medicine & Health programs are in Sweden?
Abroadly lists 120 Medicine & Health programs at 27 universities across Sweden. Programs are available at Bachelor, Master, and PhD level.
Are Medicine & Health programs in Sweden STEM-designated?
50% of Medicine & Health programs in Sweden carry STEM designation. STEM classification can be important for visa purposes in countries like the US and UK after graduation.
Is Sweden a good country for Medicine & Health students?
Sweden is a strong choice for Medicine & Health with 27 universities offering these programs. The primary language is Swedish, though many programs are taught in English.
What degree levels are available for Medicine & Health in Sweden?
In Sweden, Medicine & Health programs are offered at: PhD (18 programs), Bachelor (33 programs), Master (69 programs). This gives students flexibility whether they're seeking an undergraduate degree, postgraduate specialization, or doctoral research.