Introduction
The YouTube video discusses studying in Sweden, including information about fees, scholarships, and job opportunities. The speaker, Sahil, is a student from India currently pursuing his master’s degree at Lund University in Sweden. He chose Sweden over the US due to the uncertainties surrounding the US visa system and the appealing program and stay-back opportunities in Sweden.
Application Process
Sahil explains the application process, stating that he did not need to take the GRE to study in Sweden. He applied through a common portal and provided documents such as a statement of purpose, CV, and IELTS score. Despite having a lower GPA and coming from a tier 3 university, Sahil believes his extracurricular activities and varied background in entrepreneurship and computer science played a role in his acceptance.
Regarding fees
Sahil mentions that the cost of tuition varies depending on the course and university. For his program, the fees were around 120,000 Swedish Kronor (approximately 12,000 euros), but technical courses could have higher fees, up to 180,000 Swedish Kronor (approximately 18,000 euros). He emphasizes that compared to the US, Swedish fees are significantly lower.
In terms of Job opportunities
Sahil explains that product management profiles can expect a starting salary of around 60,000 Swedish Kronor per month (approximately 6,000 euros), with the potential to earn up to 100,000 Swedish Kronor per month (approximately 10,000 euros). He notes that there are more opportunities and less competition in fields such as finance, computer science, medical, nursing, and sustainable development.
Advantages of Studying in Europe
Sahil highlights the advantages of studying in Europe, particularly Sweden, such as access to financial hubs like London and Frankfurt and the ability to apply for jobs in neighboring countries like Germany. He also mentions that language proficiency in English is high in Sweden, with a minimal language barrier. While some customer-facing jobs may require Swedish language skills, technical positions and multinational companies usually operate in English.
In terms of settling in Sweden
Sahil explains two ways to become a permanent resident. The first is through employment, where if one earns more than 13,500 Swedish Kronor per month for four years, they can apply for permanent residency. After spending five years in Sweden, including one year as a permanent resident, they can become a Swedish citizen. The second option is to start a company in Sweden and register it for two years. After two years, one can apply for permanent residency and enjoy the benefits of being a Swedish citizen, with the possibility of applying for citizenship after three years.
Conclusion
Overall, Sahil highlights the advantages of studying in Sweden, such as affordable fees, good job opportunities, and a sense of security in terms of visas and residency compared to the US. He also appreciates the acceptance of English in Sweden and the opportunities to explore other European countries for work or further education.
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