BSc Nursing in Sweden

To obtain the knowledge necessary to become a registered nurse in Sweden, students must complete a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program. Students from other countries choose to attend institutions in Sweden so that they can get the most out of this three-year curriculum. Due to the independent professional status of nurses in Sweden, this field offers excellent job opportunities. Due to the increased number of elderly people in Sweden, the demand for nurses is expected to increase by 40 percent until the year 2030.

• The Swedish Bachelor of Science in Nursing program requires students to earn 180 ECTS credits, which is a score that is given after the conclusion of the degree.
• Undergraduate nursing programs in Sweden are open to applications from students who are fluent in English and have a fundamental understanding of mathematics at the high school level.
• Following successful completion of the program, a registered nurse in Sweden might anticipate receiving a monthly income that falls between 2,110 and 3,165 US Dollars.

Students from all over the world, regardless of their gender or place of origin, are vying for the opportunity to study in Sweden, which is ranked as the 12th safest country in the world. The proportion of international students attending Swedish universities is between ten and ten percent on average, with a fourteen percent rise in that proportion since 2018.

#Why study BSc Nursing in Sweden?

• There are 91 percent of women and 9 percent of males in the age range of 16 to 64 years old working as assistant nurses in Sweden. This is the most popular profession in the country.
• According to some reports, a nurse in Sweden may expect their starting wage to more than double within their first ten years of working in the profession.
• Following completion of a nursing bachelor's program, the typical starting pay for a registered nurse in the United States is $6,724.
• To be recognized as a nurse by some health care providers, international students need to demonstrate proficiency in Swedish at the C1 level in addition to their English language skills.
• The European Union funded around 45,27,600 USD in countries such as Sweden in the year 2020 to rethink and enhance the nursing workforce, and career possibilities, and to reduce the strains of burnout.
• If international students choose to hunt for work after they finish their studies in Sweden, the Swedish government will let them keep their residence visa for an additional six months after they graduate.
• For overseas students, there is no other choice that could be better than a country with an employment rate of 94.1 percent.
• Because Swedish universities invest approximately $4,100.6 on research and development, the educational system places a strong emphasis on hands-on learning. To provide nurses with more opportunities for practical training
• Huge investments in research and development have led to a GDP growth rate of 3.1 percent, which has opened the door for international nursing students to look for work.
  

#Top Universities

The following is a list of the three universities in Sweden that offer a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree, along with their rankings and the costs associated with the program:

#All about BSc Nursing in Sweden

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing is typically a three-year program that is offered by a variety of Swedish universities as follows:

• Sahlgrenska Academy of the University of Gothenburg offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree with a total credit requirement of 180.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program offered at Linkoping University on a full-time basis.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Karlstad University, with a total of 180 ECTS credits and a nursing license. Intensive care, social work, and health care are all available as areas of specialization.

#Course details

The Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree in Sweden consists of 180 ECTS credits. Students who get this professional degree are awarded a nursing license and are allowed to draw on both theoretical and practical expertise while developing process-oriented strategies.

The total of 180 ECTS credits are broken down as follows: 105 ECTS are assigned to nursing studies; 10 ECTS are assigned to behavioral and medical sciences; 15 ECTS are assigned to the project; and 57.5 ECTS are assigned to medical sciences.

• The first year lays the groundwork for nursing practices and fundamental clinical studies.
• Nursing as it relates to the signs and symptoms of sickness, nursing research projects, and emergency nursing procedures are covered throughout the second year.
• In the third year, students focus on nursing for patients with chronic conditions and various morbidities, as well as clinical studies, leadership and competency development, and degree projects.

#Admission process

The procedure for enrolling in a Bachelor of Science in Nursing program in Sweden might vary greatly depending on the university to which a student is applying. However, there are a few things that international students need to be aware of before they submit their applications for their programs. These are discussed in more detail in the following section.

#How to apply

• The application process for academic programs in Swedish universities consists of two rounds: one for the Spring semester (which begins in January) and one for the Autumn semester (which begins around August/September).
• The application process can be completed entirely online.
• Students are required to access the universityadmissins.se website to complete applications and submit the required documentation.

#When to apply

The application period for the Spring session begins in October and continues through January, while the application period for the Fall session begins in March and continues through April.

Admission requirements

The following are the prerequisites needed to be accepted into a bachelor's program in nursing in Sweden:

• Students coming from countries outside of the EU or EEA are expected to have graduated from high school or an equivalent program.
• Students need to ensure that they meet all of the prerequisites outlined by the educational institutions to which they are applying.
• They should have studied mathematics for ten years, which is similar to the Swedish course Mathematics A or the Swedish mathematics courses Mathematics 1a, 1b, and 1c.
• The applicants must have passed the Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test with a grade of E or above (or 66 percent and 34 percent, respectively) or higher.

#Proof of English Proficiency

Applicants must show an ability to communicate fluently in English at a level equivalent to English 6 or English B, which is the upper secondary level of English in Sweden.

Students from other countries are required to take English proficiency exams and achieve one of the following minimal scores:

• TOEFL (iBT): 90
• IELTS: 6.5
• TOEFL (PBT): 575

Documents required

• Marksheets: Certificates of previously passed examinations as of upper secondary school.
• A letter of motivation that explains why an applicant should be considered for the application and scholarship program.
• A copy of the passport: this includes a copy of the passport with the applicant's photograph adhered to it, along with any other citizenship documentation.
• record transcripts: An account of completed courses, including the titles of those courses and each term.
• Evidence of your command of the English language including Documentation from English language competence exams such as the IELTS and TOEFL, among others.

Student visa and residence permit

The student's home country determines the specific requirements that must be met to obtain a residence permit and visa to study in Sweden. Students who desire to attend a full-time course in Sweden for longer than three months and have paid the first installment of the tuition cost are required to apply for a residence permit.

The following items must be presented to qualify for a student visa in Sweden:

• One copy of the passport is required.
• Admission letter.
• Evidence of having applied online.

In addition, students who want to remain in Sweden for more than a year following the conclusion of their studies are required to register with the Swedish Population Register. Students are required to inform the Swedish Tax Agency of their status.

#Evaluation process

• Qualifications obtained in high school will be taken into consideration in the selection process (grade tariff).
• Additionally, the Swedish Scholastic Aptitude Test, known as the Hogskoleprovet, is factored into the evaluation at a ratio of 66 % to 34 %.

#Cost of studying

The overall cost of studying in another country can be broken down into three main categories: pre-arrival expenses, tuition fees, and the cost of living in the host country.

Pre-arrival expenses

Even though choosing to attend school in Sweden is a sensible option for any student, the high cost of living there can be a source of anxiety at times. To make this matter more clear, the pre-arrival expenses are broken down as follows in the table:

#Living expenses

When choosing a country to study in, an international student must have some idea of what life is like there, as well as the costs associated with that existence. A look into the day-to-day costs of being an international student in Sweden includes the following:

In addition to the cost estimates that were presented earlier, there may be differences in the total expenses due to differences in individual spending habits. Students who desire to apply for residence permits in Sweden are required to demonstrate to the Swedish Migration Agency that they will be able to maintain their standard of living throughout the entirety of their studies.

#Scholarships

The following is a list of some of the most common scholarships that are available to international students studying in Sweden:

1)Karlstad University Scholarship

• Students from countries outside of the EU who have an outstanding academic record are eligible.
• Beneficiary: Includes coverage of either 25 percent, 75 percent, 100 percent, or 50 percent of the total tuition cost.
• The deadline is the 1st of December-1st of February.

2)Swedish Institute Study Scholarship

• International students who have a strong academic background, a letter of motivation, and a letter of recommendation are eligible for this award.
• Beneficiary: Includes not just the cost of tuition but also grants for travel and living expenses totaling 1024 USD and 1076 USD respectively.
• February is the deadline month.

3)Momeni Iranian Financial Assistance Scholarships

• Students of Iranian ancestry are eligible for this scholarship.
• Beneficiary: A financing contribution of one thousand dollars USD
• The deadline is always on July 30 of each year.
  

#Career prospects

According to the Swedish Migration Agency, overseas students studying in Sweden have the option to request a six-month extension on their residence visa to look for work.

• Students who are over the age of 18 are required to pay an application fee of USD 111.79 to submit their request for a work permit six months before they can apply for a residency visa.
• Students from other countries are eligible to submit applications for "under" nursing posts in public and private institutions.

The following table provides a comparison of salaries after obtaining a Bachelor of Science in Nursing in Sweden based on experience:

In terms of alternatives for higher education as well as work prospects, Sweden has a diverse range of options. A license to practice nursing is included with the Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree. Students are now permitted to look for employment anywhere in the world, except Sweden.

After finishing the program, students have the opportunity to pursue postgraduate degrees in specialized fields such as adult care, nursing administration, education, informatics, and midwifery, among others.

Students from other countries choose to attend universities in Sweden because the country places a premium on protecting its citizens and promoting equality. In addition, with its exceptional educational system and cutting-edge technology that is applied to the medical sciences, Sweden is an ideal location for anyone interested in pursuing a career in nursing.