Exchange studies at the Faculty of Humanities
The Faculty of Humanities is the place to explore humanity’s existential questions. Here, we teach and conduct research in languages, culture, history, literature and philosophy – all under one roof in Humanisten in central Gothenburg. We have exchange agreements with universities all around the world and offer courses of high quality in a welcoming environment for our incoming exchange students.
Academic calendar
The academic year in Sweden is divided into two semesters, each lasting 20 weeks. The exact duration of the semesters may vary slightly from year to year, depending on which weekday the official holidays are that year.
- Autumn semester 2025: September 01 - January 18
- Spring semester 2026: January 19 - June 07
- Autumn semester 2026: August 31 - January 17
- Spring semester 2027: January 18 - June 06
Nomination
Applications for exchange studies will only be considered if we have received an official nomination from your home university that you have been selected and accepted to come to the Faculty of Humanities or one of its departments under an active exchange agreement. We use online nomination and your home university can contact us to receive the relevant link.
Deadlines
| Nomination for full year/autumn semester | May 1 |
| Application for full year/autumn semester | May 15 |
| Nomination for spring semester | November 1 |
| Application for spring semester | November 15 |
Courses & Grades
Incoming exchange students to the Faculty of Humanities are expected to choose courses offered at the Faculty of Humanities. It is possible to choose courses from other faculties, given that the students meet the prerequisites and that there are available places.
General language requirements for courses taught in English is a minimum of B2 in English. General language requirements for courses taught in Swedish is a minimum of B2 in Swedish. Some courses in the subjects English or Swedish requires a minimum of C1 in English or Swedish.
60 credits (hp) represent a full academic year. The system is compatible with ECTS credits (the European Credit Transfer System) as one credit is equal to one ECTS credit.
For information about course structure and grading scales at the University of Gothenburg, please see Avoid time-table clashes | University of Gothenburg (gu.se).
Basic Swedish for international students
Learning Swedish enriches your experience of Swedish culture and society. The university offers courses at multiple levels – from true beginner courses (A1 level) to more advanced ones (B2 level). Read more about the courses and how to apply.
Campus
Humanisten, our campus, is just a stone’s throw from Götaplatsen, next to the beautiful Renström Park. Our facilities - Humanisten | University of Gothenburg
Accommodation
Application for accommodation is made together with the online exchange application. For more information about accommodation please use this link.
Welcome Programme
The University of Gothenburg offers a welcome programme for international students. More information can be found here.
Every semester we welcome our new exchange students with a Faculty Welcome. More information for the upcoming semester on the Student portal: Introduction and welcome activities | Student Portal
Programme
- Presentation of the Faculty of Humanities and the Departments
- Information from the Student Union
- A visit to and information about the University Library
- Lunch and mingle. Meet and learn to know your fellow exchange students
