Mälardalens Högskola (MDH)

The course I was enrolled in was designed for students with 1-2 years of previous Swedish language instruction. I had only one year of experience and was shocked when I learned that all of the other international students taking the course had more than 4 years of experience. I found that it was a more advanced course than I was ready for, so I recommend you have at least 3 years of experience behind you before you sign up. The experience would have been much more educational if I had been at the same level of my peers.

I have to say "takkso mycket" for all. It was a great time and it is still impossible for me to wake up with a bright smile. Out of my point of view you are very well supported, the working atmosphere is more than good, but it is also impossible to compare the university level with the level of my home university for example. Both systems are very different from each other.

The university is going through major restructuring and building projects at the moment. Work is still being done on various of its buildings. This is causing some disturbances, and general confusion amongst staff and students alike. Generally the planning that has been carried out left a lot to be desired, but may improve considerally in the near future. Many courses to choose from, but most are in swedish! Most internationally related courses are given in english as well.

Evreybody here speeks english quite well, so don't be afraid to participate in those courses tought in english. There are courses, both beginners and advanced, to get you started in swedish, but if you are not familiar with either of theese languages you are in for some hard work catching up!