6. Why do we need higher education?
Improves an individual's quality of life
Greater economic stability and security
More prestigious employment and greater job
satisfaction
Less dependency on government assistance
Greater community service and leadership
Less criminal activity
7. Opportunities in Europe
• Countries :
Sweden
Denmark
Norway
Finland
And
Germany, Spain, Portugal, Netherland! ( not
going to talk about it today)
8. Scholarship Programs Vs Selffunded
candidates
• Scholarship Programs
High CGPA
Publications ( not required, but increase your
chances)
Job Experience ( not always required)
Recommendation letter
Motivation letter
English Language Certificate ( Must!)
9. Scholarship Programs Vs Selffunded
candidates
• Selffunded candidates
Moderate/Low (!) CGPA
Publications ( not required, but increase your
chances)
Job Experience ( not required, but increase your
chances)
Recommendation letter ( Important)
Motivation letter ( Important)
English Language Certificate ( Must!)
10. Important Links
• http://www.studyinsweden.se/Scholarships/
• http://studyindenmark.dk/study-indenmark/tuition-fees-and-scholarships
• http://www.studyinfinland.fi/tuition_and_sch
olarships
• http://www.studyinnorway.no/TuitionScholarships
• Scholarships at KTH, Chalmers, Aalto, Aarhus
and many other universities.
11.
12. Important steps
• What kind of study do you want to select: MSc. in
Swedish, Danish and etc. or MSc. in English?
• If you have chosen a study subject (MSc. in Swedish/
Danish… or MSc. in English) you need to apply for it.
• Check deadline!
• Prepare your documents (Which attestations do you
need for applying at ….. University?
• All documents submitted to … University/ admission
committee before deadline
• Now, Start praying ....
13. Before Departure:
• Do you need a visa?
• Do you have a valid identity card/passport?
• Where will you live?
• Do you have sufficient knowledge of the language? (!!!)
• Which papers do you need for enrolling at ….. University?
• What about your health insurance in ……?
• Do you have enough money?
14. After Arrival
• Complete your lease contract (student residence) via International
Office/ Course Coordinator.
• Open a bank account (open an account, get a bank card/EC card,
get information about transfer);
• Complete a health insurance if you do not have a health insurance
in your home country. It covers a sufficient medical supply in a
particular country;
• Matriculate on the given days (which are on your acceptance
letter);
• Register at the city council and if possible, apply for your residence
permit. ( if needed)
15. After Arrival
Shopping
Where can I find inexpensive goods?
Where do I find the most shops?
Where can I find second hand shops?
Telephone
How do I get a home phone?
Are there cheaper rates for calling outside Sweden/ Denmark/ Norway/
Finland?
Where can I get a mobile phone from?
How can I find a certain telephone number?
Internet
How do I get into the Internet?
How much do I have to pay for Internet?
Where are the Internet Cafes?
16. After Arrival
Mail
Where is the next post office?
How much is the postage?
Health Care
What can I do when I am sick?
Where do I get my medication from?
Garbage - Avoidance, Separation and Recycling
How is this deposit system working?
How is garbage separated and recycled in the city?
How much do I have to pay for this?
Holidays
When are the holidays in Stockholm/ a particular city?
Religious Facilities
Where do I find religious facilities in Stockholm / a particular city?
17. Challenges and Solutions
• Different Education System
Here, you have to understand the problem! Don‘t just try to
memorize....
• Culture
We drink normal water, they drink water too but diferent
Kinds.
• Weather
-20 to +35, Don‘t be afraid!
• Money!
Opportunities to find part time jobs in companies.
• Beautiful girls?
WoW! Stop please...
18. “Make the most of your life before your
death.”
Don‘t forget to help your own nation.....
BEST OF LUCK!
