A smooth start

Are you new to Stockholm University? On these pages we have gathered a lot of useful information to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible.

Pre-departure information

There is a lot to think about before moving to a new country for studies, below we have collected some useful information that will help you make sure everything is in order before your departure to Sweden.

Checklist for admitted students

Thank you for choosing Stockholm University! In order to ensure that your studies begin as smoothly as possible we have compiled a short checklist for the beginning of term.

Three students in front of a computer in Café Bojan.

Welcome Activities

Join our welcome activities for autumn semester 2024!

Get access to IT services

Before your studies begin you need to get a university account and order a university card.

How to register

Once you have been admitted to Stockholm University, you need to register at your department. Registration is normally done at the beginning of each semester.

View over Södra huset in autumn. Photo: Ingmarie Andersson

Schedules

All schedules are preliminary and subject to change, hence we do not recommend printing out the schedule. Please do check here on a regularly basis or subscribe for updates.

Find your way on campus

Stockholm University has a number of different campuses and this is a guide to the areas. As you will see there is a lot to discover.

Aerial view of the Frescati campus Photo: Clément Morin