Phd in Sweden...

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can anyone tell me is it free in Sweden?..i have heard studies are free there..plz share wat u know…

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its not free any more for non-EEA nationals

check out www.studyinsweden.se

this link answers question specifically on fees:
http://www.studyinsweden.se/Home/News-archive/2010/Tuition-fees-from-2011/

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thanx alot BBQ..do u know then where in the world is it free for pakistani too?

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Finland, Denmark and Norway :k:

But i do remember reading somewhere that these countries too want to follow Sweden and bring in tuition fees for international students… i don’t think they’ve done it yet… try looking up colleges in these three countries and their websites will tell u whether its free or not… im quite sure it is free in these countries..

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thanx bbq..thatz a great help:)

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:bummer: u making fun of me :frowning:

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Re: Phd in Sweden…

Check out this website. It looks like tuition is free but living expenses are not. And $830/month is still a lot of money.

http://www.sweden.se/upload/studyinsweden_se/Publications/pdf-files/Admission%20of%20Foreign%20Student%202004.pdf

Financing
There are no tuition fees for students in Swedish higher education. This applies to Swedish as well as foreign students.
Foreign students must, however, be able to cover all living expenses, which means having SEK 6,300 (approx. Euro 700/USD 830) per month at disposal for the duration of their
studies.

Also check this link:
http://www.allvoices.com/contributed-news/5678938-sweden-a-new-destination-for-pakistanis-students

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Re: Phd in Sweden...

I am not sure if you are asking for yourself or someone else, but whoever it is, ask him to consider any US school.
Yes, higher education is obviously not free in the US. But there are many universities which offer research assistantships to the doctoral students (some to masters students as well). The assistantships are more easily available in states whose universities are not very famous for US students, like Midwestern states and probably Northwestern states as well. Usually not the big cities.

But one needs to search for the availability of assistantship BEFORE applying for admission. Otherwise one can be in trouble.
One way to find out about assistantships is to contact (email) the MSA (Muslim Students Association) or PSA (Pakistan Students Association) in that university. These people are usually very helpful. You can ask them how the conditions are in that place, and if fundings are available. They can give you the names of professors who have funds available. Then you contact those professors directly and see if they are willing to fund you.
If the professor agrees, and if you like the program you are applying for then go ahead with the admission process.

Good luck!

Edit:
One thing I missed. How to get contact info of PSA/MSA of the school. One way to do it is to go to the school's website and look for the page which lists student organizations. PSA/MSA, if present, would be listed there, along with contact email/phone of someone.
Alternatively, you can call the university reception, and they can let you know of the organization's contact.

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Re: Phd in Sweden...

Germany is still on the list for free education along with Norway, Denmark and Finland! If the Swede has stopped recently (dont know)!

but for most Phd programs even in UK and many countries, they have studenships on offer you get stipend while you study for research degree. that is tax free, so even a lower pay you may think will almost be double as compared to tax paying job. have a look at that too.

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Good to see such a parha likha thread. Here is my experience/opinion:

  1. In addition to the scandinavian countries, there are other European countries where Phd education is free or available at a very nominal fees such as Germany, Netherlands, Belgium, Austria and Switzerland etc.

  2. Khoji bhai has done a great job in covering the American universities. My experience with US schools has been that there is a tremendous amount of competition for the measly 2 or 3 Phd openings, even in the relatively unknown universities. However, it depends on the major. Some majors have less competition than the others.

  3. Before considering just any foreign university, you must make sure that the university is accredited in your field of education. For instance, for school of business, you must ensure that it is AACSB accredited for your degree to be worth anything.

  4. In many European universities, the language of studies may not be English. To learn a new language, and then do a PhD in it, is no joke. So do consider this factor very carefully.

  5. Here is a very good website to check most of the european universities. This website lists majors, fees and most other details: http://www.phdportal.eu/

  6. Any other/specific questions, feel free to ask.

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Re: Phd in Sweden...

The most important consideration for enrolling in a PhD programme should be its relevance to your research interests and its international credibility. Financial considerations should not be a MAJOR factor in deciding about a possible PhD enrollment. Having said that:

PhD programs in North America normally offer studentships to cover living and tuition expenses.

UK -- depending on how persuasive your research agenda is, you might get some funding.

Nordic Countries -- Not recommended unless your potential professor/department is known for research in the area you are interested in.

Australia -- similar to UK

Hong Kong offers substantial studentships to ALL students enrolled in PhD or MPhil programs. These more than cover living and tuition.