Umea University
Umea, Sweden · QS World Rank #401
Living cost in Sweden: SEK 10,656/mo official source
English requirements
What this university states for taught postgraduate entry, across every test it accepts. Individual programmes can ask for more — the table below shows a programme's own score where we have verified it.
| Test | Overall | Min per section |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS | 6.5 | 5.5 |
| TOEFL(0-120 scale) | 90 | 20 |
University-wide 'English 6' entry requirement applying to most degree programmes (TOEFL minimum 20 applies to the written section); some programmes require higher · official source
Verified programmes (3)
Master's programmes at this university that we have verified against its official pages — the field each maps to, and a direct link to the official course page.
| Programme | Field | Length | Tuition (intl) | English |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Master's Programme in Political Science | Public Policy, Global Governance | 24 moIntake: Aug | SEK 93,000/yr | See official page |
| Master's Programme in Public Health | Global Health, Health Systems Management | 24 moIntake: Aug | SEK 320,200 total | See official page |
| Master's Programme in Public Health with a Specialization in Health Economics | Global Health, Health Economics | 24 moIntake: Aug | SEK 320,200 total | See official page |
Scholarships that fund study here
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What master's programmes does Umea University offer?
We have verified 3 master's programmes at Umea University against its official pages, concentrated in Public Policy, Global Governance, Global Health, Health Systems Management, Health Economics.
How much is international tuition at Umea University?
Across the programmes we verified, international tuition is about SEK 93,000–320,200. It varies by programme — confirm on the official course page.
What IELTS score does Umea University require?
Umea University's university-wide minimum for taught master's entry is IELTS 6.5 (TOEFL and others also accepted). Individual programmes can require more.
How much does it cost to live in Sweden as a student?
Student living costs in Sweden are around SEK 10,656/mo (official source).
Are there scholarships to study at Umea University?
Yes. Scholarships that fund study in Sweden include: Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters Scholarship, Rotary Peace Fellowship, Swedish Institute Scholarship for Global Professionals.
Programme names and tuition are verified against official pages and dated in our database; nothing here is a paid placement. Confirm current details on the official course page before applying.