PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Mälardalen University is located on the shores of Lake Malaren and is the perfect place to experience Swedish life and explore numerous academics. 

HOUSING

ISEP students will apply for accommodation in local student residences in the Junior building with single rooms in a shared apartment. Please note that alternative housing choices may come at an additional cost not covered under ISEP benefits.

MEALS

All ISEP students will receive a meal stipend based on the cost of living for students in the area which they can use to purchase groceries and cook meals in shared facilities.

Program Website

Course Description

ISEP students may take courses in all departments. Courses range from basic to specialized levels and are taken together with Swedish students. There are a variety of available courses taught in English. International students with a documented and good knowledge of Swedish, in addition to the appropriate prerequisites, can choose from the entire range of courses offered by Mälardalen University.

Credits Earned

Students who complete the program in good standing can expect to earn 30 ECTS per semester. Students typically enroll in only 4 classes per semester (7.5 credits per class). A semester is broken into two study periods periods lasting for a total of 20 weeks. To determine how these credits convert at your home institution, please contact your home university coordinator. 

If you use financial assistance, please speak with your home coordinator to understand your academic obligations and the requirements for using financial assistance. 

For detailed instructions on how to search for all available courses, please click on the "other academic conditions" dropdown link below. 

Sample Classes Available: 

Business

Computer and Information Sciences

Engineering

Foreign Languages and Literatures

Law/Criminal Justice

Financial Accounting

Applied Machine Learning

Software Engineering1: Basic Course

English 2: The Dynamics of Social Interaction

International Commercial Law

E-Commerce and Digitalization

Artificial Intelligence

Calculus of Several Variables

English 3: American Literature and Eco-criticism

International Trade Theory

Nordic Perspectives on Marketing and Management

Development of Web Applications

Operations Research

English 3: Social and Regional Variation

Urban Politics and Citizenship

Business Communication

Computer Architecture

Programming

English 2: Literature 2

Environment and Politics

International Human Resource Management

Fundamentals of Computer Graphics

Software Engineering 2: Project Teamwork

English 1: Communication

Globalization and International Trade

Website for Course Availability

ISEP STUDENT SERVICES OFFICER Sharlene Casado Garcia 703-567-0761 | scasado@isep.org Thank you for your interest in ISEP Study Abroad! I’m your Student Services Officer and main point of contact here at ISEP. As you search for programs, I’ll be available to answer any questions you might have. Feel free to contact me at any point in your search process for help, tips or advice.

Academics

Undergraduate
(in English)

*This program is OK for Sophomores

Fields of Study

  • Business: Recommended!

    Accounting Business Management Business Statistics Economics Finance International Business/Trade/Commerce Marketing Organizational Behavior Studies

  • Communication

    Intercultural Communication

  • Computer and Information Sciences: Recommended!

    Artificial Intelligence Computer and IT Support Services Computer Applications Programming Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications Informatics Web Page/Multimedia Design

  • Engineering:

    Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering Computer Engineering Computer Software Engineering Electrical and Electronics Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Robotics, and Automation Engineering

  • English Language and Literature

  • Foreign Languages and Literatures:

    German Language and Literature Swedish Language and Literature

  • Health Sciences

  • Law/Criminal Justice

    Business Law

  • Mathematics

Academic Requirements

  • U.S. GPA: 2.75 or higher
    *accepts lower GPA with explanation
  • LPR accepted as alternate to TOEFL or IELTS
  • LPR Writing Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Reading Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Listening Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Speaking Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
LPR = ISEP Language Proficiency Report

Special Application Instructions

Requirements

Most courses are intended for students that have completed basic coursework (at least four or five courses) in their major.

Internal Application

Students will be expected to submit a supplemental application which is required of the host institution for the purpose of admission and enrollment. Instructions will be sent by the ISEP Host Coordinator by email after placement. 

Physical & Learning Accommodations Needs

Mälardalen University has certain services available to students with reasonable accommodation requests. Students should speak with their ISEP Student Services Officer in advance to request if specific accommodations can be arranged.

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Visual
  • Speech
  • Learning

Graduate
(in English)

Fields of Study

  • Business: Recommended!

    Business Management Marketing

  • Computer and Information Sciences: Recommended!

    Artificial Intelligence Computer Applications Programming Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications Informatics

  • Engineering:

    Computer Engineering Computer Software Engineering Environmental Engineering Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology Mechanical Engineering Robotics, and Automation Engineering

  • English Language and Literature

  • Mathematics

  • Natural Resources/Conservation:

    Environmental Science Sustainability Studies

Academic Requirements

  • U.S. GPA: 2.75 or higher
  • LPR accepted as alternate to TOEFL or IELTS
  • LPR Writing Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Reading Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Listening Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
  • LPR Speaking Score: B2 - Intermediate High-Advanced
LPR = ISEP Language Proficiency Report

Special Application Instructions

Requirements

Most courses are intended for students that have completed basic coursework (at least four or five courses) in their major.

Internal Application

Students will be expected to submit a supplemental application which is required of the host institution for the purpose of admission and enrollment. Instructions will be sent by the ISEP Host Coordinator by email after placement. 

Physical & Learning Accommodations Needs

Mälardalen University has certain services available to students with reasonable accommodation requests. Students should speak with their ISEP Student Services Officer in advance to request if specific accommodations can be arranged.

Special Needs Support

  • Mental Health
  • Mobility
  • Hearing
  • Visual
  • Speech
  • Learning

Other Academic Conditions

ACADEMICS

• To find information on courses in English, review the website for course availability link here

o Select ‘Courses for Exchange Students’ on the left

o Select the Västerås location

o Filter and browse based on Department

ACADEMIC CALENDAR

• Please note that the academic calendar at Mälardalen is divided into two semesters (Fall and Spring) with two ‘Teaching Periods’ per semester.

• The Fall schedule contains courses listed in Autumn Period 1 and Autumn Period 2 and runs from Late August through Late December

o Arrival & Orientation: Last week of August

o Courses Dates: First week of September through the 3rd week of January

• The Spring schedule contains courses listed in Spring Period 1 and Spring Period 2 and runs from Early January through Late May

o Arrival & Orientation: Mid-January

o Courses Dates: Third week of January through the first week of June

• Exams take place during the final days of each teaching period

PASSPORT: All students must have a valid passport to participate in this program. If you do not have a valid passport, we suggest you start the application process as soon as possible. 

VISA/RESIDENCE PERMIT: Most students attending this program will be required to obtain a visa/residence permit. For more information on the process and estimated cost, please review the ISEP Country Handbook here.

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