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# 74QS World University Rankings

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171,000 SEKTuition Fee/year

About KTH Royal Institute of Technology

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is Sweden's largest and highest-ranked technical university. Since its founding in 1827, KTH has been at the centre of technological advances in Sweden. At KTH, you will access a vibrant student life and a prestigious academic environment.

We offermore than 60 master's programmes taught in English and conducts world-class research in various technology and engineering fields. Our strong research reputation has reinforced our position as one of the most prominent technical universities in Europe.

Sweden and KTH have a tradition of attracting talents from all corners of the world. At KTH, you will have the opportunity to meet a diversity of people with different experiences, who will widen your horizons and challenge you to excel. KTH inspires students to look for invention in challenges and real-world problems, contributing to a brighter tomorrow.

About KTH Royal Institute of Technology

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is Sweden's largest and highest-ranked technical university. Since its founding in 1827, KTH has been at the centre of technological advances in Sweden. At KTH, you will access a vibrant student life and a prestigious academic environment.

We offermore than 60 master's programmes taught in English and conducts world-class research in various technology and engineering fields. Our strong research reputation has reinforced our position as one of the most prominent technical universities in Europe.

Sweden and KTH have a tradition of attracting talents from all corners of the world. At KTH, you will have the opportunity to meet a diversity of people with different experiences, who will widen your horizons and challenge you to excel. KTH inspires students to look for invention in challenges and real-world problems, contributing to a brighter tomorrow.

Available programs

  • BachelorUG
  • MasterPG
  • PHD

KTH offers one bachelor's programme taught in English, the bachelor's programme in Information and Communication Technology. All other bachelor's programmes at KTH are taught in Swedish.

Engineering and Technology(1)

BSc in Information and Communication Technology

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KTH offers63 master's programmes taught in English in various engineering and technology subjects, from Architecture to Nanotechnology. They present an opportunity for students with a bachelor's degree to obtain a master's degree of the highest standard.

Arts and Humanities(6)

MSc Architectural Lighting Design (One year)

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MSc Architecture

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MSc Real Estate and Construction Management

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MSc Sustainable Urban Planning and Design

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MSc Transport and Geoinformation Technology

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MSc Transport, Mobility and Innovation (EIT Urban Mobility)

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Business and Management(6)

MSc Technology-based Entrepreneurship

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Engineering and Technology(6)

MSc Aerospace Engineering

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MSc Chemical Engineering for Energy and Environment

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MSc Civil and Architectural Engineering

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MSc Communication Systems

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MSc Computer Science

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MSc Computer Simulations for Science and Engineering

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MSc Cybersecurity

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MSc Data-driven Health

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MSc Data-driven Health

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MSc Decentralized Smart Energy Systems (Joint Erasmus+)

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MSc Electric Power Engineering

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MSc Electromagnetics, Fusion and Space Engineering

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MSc Embedded Systems

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MSc Energy for Smart Cities (EIT InnoEnergy)

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MSc Engineering Materials Science

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MSc Engineering Mechanics

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MSc Engineering Physics

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MSc Environmental Engineering and Sustainable Infrastructure

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MSc Environomical Pathways for Sustainable Energy Systems (EIT InnoEnergy)

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MSc ICT Innovation (EIT Digital)

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MSc ICT Innovation KTH

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MSc Industrial Management

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MSc Industrial and Environmental Biotechnology

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MSc Information and Network Engineering

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MSc Innovative Sustainable Energy Engineering (Joint Nordic Five Tech)

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MSc Innovative Technology for Healthy Living (EIT Health)

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MSc Integrated Product Design

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MSc Interactive Media Technology

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MSc Machine Design

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MSc Machine Learning

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MSc Mechatronics

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MSc Nanotechnology

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MSc Naval Architecture

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MSc Nuclear Energy (EIT InnoEnergy)

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MSc Nuclear Energy Engineering

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MSc Production Engineering and Management

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MSc Railway Engineering

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MSc Renewable Energy (EIT InnoEnergy)

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MSc Security and Cloud Computing (SECCLO)

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MSc Smart Electrical Networks and Systems (EIT InnoEnergy)

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MSc Software Engineering of Distributed Systems

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MSc Sustainable Digitalisation

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MSc Sustainable Energy Engineering

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MSc Sustainable Production Development

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MSc Sustainable Technology

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MSc Systems, Control and Robotics

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MSc Vehicle Engineering

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Life Sciences and Medicine(6)

MSc Biostatistics and Data Science

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MSc Medical Biotechnology

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MSc Medical Engineering

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MSc Molecular Science and Engineering

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MSc Molecular Techniques in Life Science

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Natural Sciences(6)

MSc Applied and Computational Mathematics

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MSc Macromolecular Materials

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MSc Mathematics (Joint)

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MSc Polymer Technology (Joint Nordic Five Tech)

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MSc Technology, Work and Health

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Social Sciences and Management(6)

MSc Sports Technology

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Arts and Humanities(6)

Architecture (PhD)

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Art, Technology and Design (PhD)

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Geodesy and Geoinformatics (PhD)

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Planning and Decision Analysis (PhD)

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The Built Environment and Society: Management, Economics and Law (PhD)

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Transport Science (PhD)

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Business and Management(6)

Industrial Economics and Management (PhD)

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Engineering and Technology(6)

Aerospace Engineering (PhD)

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Civil and Architectural Engineering (PhD)

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Computer Science (PhD)

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Electrical Engineering (PhD)

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Energy and Environmental Systems (PhD)

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Engineering Mechanics (PhD)

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Land and Water Resources Engineering (PhD)

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Machine Design (PhD)

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Materials Science and Engineering (PhD)

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Production Engineering (PhD)

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Solid Mechanics (PhD)

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Technology and Health (PhD)

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Vehicle and Maritime Engineering (PhD)

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Life Sciences and Medicine(6)

Biotechnology (PhD)

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Medical Technology (PhD)

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Natural Sciences(6)

Applied Physics (PhD)

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Applied and Computational Mathematics (PhD)

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Chemical Science and Engineering (PhD)

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Mathematics (PhD)

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Physics (PhD)

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Theoretical Chemistry and Biology (PhD)

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Social Sciences and Management(6)

Education and Communication Studies (PhD)

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Information and Communication Technology (PhD)

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Mediated Communication (PhD)

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Studies in the Humanities and Social Sciences of Technology, Science and Environment (PhD)

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University information

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Visit the KTH website for utpdated information about theapplication process and admission requirements. The application deadline for most programmes is 15 January.

General

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Master

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KTHis most known for its emblematic red brick campus nestled into the Royal National Park on the outskirts of central Stockholm. However, we conduct education and research at five campuses in the Stockholm region. Strategic placements of the campuses enable in-depth collaboration and close contact with industry and the surrounding community, all with a shared focus on digitalisation, sustainability, internationalisation and equality. The main KTH Campus is located in central Stockholm and has been an essential centre for research and education since the early 20th century. Most central functions and degree programmes are based here.

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Student life

By choosing KTH, students gain access to a vibrant student life and a prestigious academic environment in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden. Stockholm consistently ranks as one of the greenest, most high-tech and most enterprising cities in Europe. Its rich intellectual heritage and entrepreneurial environment make it the ideal place for international students to put their learning into action. With its fresh air, pristine waterfronts and many cultural institutions, Stockholm offers a unique blend of nature and urban living. Stockholm is also among the safest cities in the world and is considered one of the world's most liveable cities in international rankings.

A degree from KTH is a springboard to a successful career. KTH graduates quickly establish themselves on the job market with over 50 per cent landing their first job even before receiving their degree – much thanks to KTH’s strong reputation among employees.

As the home of the Nobel Prize, Sweden is known for its innovation and entrepreneurship. Swedes have invented everything from the steam turbine and dynamite to Bluetooth and Skype. At KTH Innovation, students get support to commercialise their business ideas, and over 10 per cent of KTH graduates go on to start their own company. Of the international student population, 12 per cent go on to PhD studies at KTH or other renowned universities.

Tuition fee and scholarships

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Domestic Students

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International Students

171,000 SEK

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One of the important factors when considering a master's degree is the cost of study. Luckily, there are many options available to help students fund their master's programme. Download your copy of the Scholarship Guide to find out which scholarships from around the world could be available to you, and how to apply for them.

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Rankings & ratings

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology is one of the top universities in Stockholm, Sweden. It is ranked #74 in QS World University Rankings 2025.

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  • #74QS World University Rankings
  • #20QS WUR Ranking By Subject
  • #58QS Sustainability Ranking
  • #15Europe University Rankings - Northern Europe

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  • 2012

    #142

  • 2014

    #118

  • 2015

    #110

  • 2016

    #92

  • 2017

    #97

  • 2018

    #=98

  • 2019

    #=104

  • 2020

    #98

  • 2021

    #98

  • 2022

    #89

  • 2023

    #89

  • 2024

    #=73

  • 2025

    #74

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  • KTH campus,Sweden
  • KTH Flemingsberg,Sweden
  • KTH Kista,Sweden
  • KTH Södertälje,Sweden
  • KTH Solna,Sweden

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