Sweden Universities & admissions - Intakes & deadlines

Medicine programmes in Sweden mainly have one intake a year, starting in August or September, though some programmes start in spring. Applications usually open in October and close in January, and a second round exists. Results typically come around March or April, but timing varies by university.

Sweden has two intakes. Autumn is the primary intake, with applications typically open mid-October to mid-January and results by early April, varying by level (master's 1 April, bachelor's 8 April). The spring semester starts in January, with applications opening in June, closing in mid-August, and results by October.

Enroll in France this fall only if you hold a confirmed offer, since Sweden's next intake starts September 2027, a 13 month wait. Choose Sweden instead for English taught courses, lower tuition near SEK 90,000 to 140,000 a year, and time to strengthen your SOP before January 2027 deadline.

Sweden uses one centralised portal, UniversityAdmissions.se, where applications open in mid October and close January 15 for the September intake. You can rank up to four programs, upload documents by early February, and expect results in late March before applying for your residence permit.

Yes, both countries offer real 1-year Master's programs starting in September. Netherlands options include Amsterdam, Tilburg, and Rotterdam School of Management, with non-EU applications due by April 1. Sweden options include Lund University, costing SEK 150,000 to 160,000 for non-EU students, with a January 15 deadline.