Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg

- Goteborg, Sweden
Abroad

General Information

The Sahlgrenska Academy is the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Gothenburg. It is one of Sweden’s most prestigious centers for health and life sciences, uniquely positioned within a massive healthcare cluster in Gothenburg (Göteborg).

General Info

  • Reputation: Sahlgrenska is globally renowned for its research in pharmacology (it is the home of Nobel Laureate Arvid Carlsson), dentistry, and metabolic health.

  • Global Ranking: Consistently ranked among the top 100 globally for clinical and health subjects (THE and QS 2025).

  • Language:

    • Medicine (Läkare) & Dentistry (Tandläkare): 6-year and 5-year programs respectively, taught in Swedish.

    • Masters & PhDs: Extensive programs in English, including Public Health, Global Health, and Molecular Biology.

Campus Facilities

  • Campus Medicinareberget: The central hub for the Academy, located on a hill overlooking the city. It houses modern lecture halls, laboratories, and the Biomedical Library.

  • Sahlgrenska Life Project: As of late 2025, the campus is undergoing a massive expansion to physically bridge the university buildings with the hospital, creating a "translational" environment where research moves directly to patient care.

  • Facilities: Includes the Clinical Skills Centre (CSC), where students practice procedures on simulators and standardized patients in a risk-free environment.

    • Hospital & Medical Facilities

    Leading tertiary care hospital attached to the institution

  • Integration: Sahlgrenska University Hospital is one of the largest hospitals in Northern Europe. Students are integrated into the hospital wards very early in their education.

  • Centers of Excellence: The hospital is a national leader in Transplantation, Cancer care, and Pediatrics (Queen Silvia Children's Hospital).

  • Research Focus: Key areas include the "Gut-Brain axis," Cardiovascular diseases, and Precision Medicine.

    • Fee Structure

    State University Affordability

  • EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: Free (No tuition fees).

  • Non-EU International Students:

    • Masters (e.g., Public Health): Approximately SEK 159,000 – 162,000 per year (Total ~SEK 324,000 for 2 years).

    • Medical/Specialist Training: Can go up to SEK 645,000 per year for certain specialized international clinical programs.

    • Application Fee: SEK 900.

  • Scholarships: The Axel Adler Scholarship is the university’s main scholarship for fee-paying students, covering the full tuition fee.

    • City Details

    • Vibe: Sweden’s second-largest city, known for its friendly "west coast" atmosphere, canals, and a massive harbor.

    • Transport: Famous for its blue trams. A student monthly pass costs roughly SEK 600–700.

    • Student Life: Home to Chalmers University and GU, making it a very young and active city with a huge "fika" culture (coffee and social breaks).

    Hostel & Mess

  • Accommodation: Provided through SGS Studentbostäder or the university’s Academic Housing.

    • Locations: Areas like Olofshöjd and Helmutsrogatan are very popular with Sahlgrenska students due to their proximity to the hospital.

    • Cost: Monthly rent for a corridor room is roughly SEK 4,500 – 6,500.

  • Mess/Food: There are no mandatory "mess" plans. All student housing includes high-quality shared or private kitchens.

    • Dining on Campus: The Kårhuset (Student Union building) offers subsidized lunches for students (approx. SEK 80–90 per meal).

    • Miscellaneous

  • NRI Seats: No "NRI Quota" exists. Admission is strictly based on academic merit. Indian students apply under the same category as all other non-EU international students.

  • Admission Process:

    • Medicine: Requires C1 level proficiency in Swedish.

    • Masters: Requires a relevant Bachelor's degree and English proficiency (IELTS 6.5+).

  • Insurance: Fee-paying students are automatically covered by the FAS+ insurance, providing medical and accident coverage during their stay.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    Students must typically have a minimum of 50% marks in PCB (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) in the 12th standard (40% for reserved categories) and must have qualified NEET in the current or previous two years, as per NMC guidelines.

    The duration is generally 6 years in total, which includes 5 years of academic study (54 months) and 1 year of compulsory internship (12 months), fully complying with the latest National Medical Commission (NMC) rules.

    The process is simple: 1. Submit scanned documents (10th, 11th, and 12th mark sheets, NEET result, Passport scan, and a recent passport-size photograph with a white background). 2. Receive the Admission Letter from the University. 3. Process the Invitation Letter for Visa. 4. Complete the Visa application with our assistance.

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    While most universities admit based on your 12th marks and NEET qualification, some may require a simple online entrance test or interview. We will guide you through any such requirement.

    Fees typically cover the Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Medical Insurance, Visa Extension, and administrative charges. A detailed, transparent fee structure showing Tuition Fee, Hostel Fee, Mess Charges, Visa/Invitation Fee, and Medical Assurance Fee for each country and university will be provided upfront.

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