KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Brinellvägen 8, Stockholm

  • #74 QS Global World Ranking
  • PublicStatus
  • Very HighResearch Output
  • 13,437Total Students
  • 1,714Faculty
  • 3,456Int'l Students

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KTH Royal Institute of Technology is Sweden’s largest and most respected technical university. Being a KTH student involves more than just engaging in studies. By choosing KTH, you gain access to a vibrant student life and a prestigious academic environment. 

KTH offers around 60 master’s programmes taught in English. Among these, around 15 joint master’s programmes given in collaboration with other prominent technical universities. The programmes present an opportunity for students with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent to obtain a master's degree.

The programmes correspond to two years of studies unless otherwise specified below.

KTH conducts education and research at five campuses in the Stockholm region. Strategic placements of the campuses enables in-depth collaboration and close contact with industry and the surrounding community, all with a shared focus on digitalistaion, sustainability, internationalisation and equality.

The main KTH Campus is located in central Stockholm and has been an important centre for research and education since the early 20th century. Most central functions and degree programmes are based here. 

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 makes it the ideal place for international students to put their learning into action. With its fresh air, pristine waterfronts and multitude of 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.

Please refer to the KTH website for Information regarding application process and admission requirements.

The application deadline for most programmes is 15 January and applications are submitted in the national application portal universityadmissions.se

About

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is Sweden’s largest and most respected technical university. Being a KTH student involves more than just engaging in studies. By choosing KTH, you gain access to a vibrant student life and a prestigious academic environment. 

KTH offers around 60 master’s programmes taught in English. Among these, around 15 joint master’s programmes given in collaboration with other prominent technical universities. The programmes present an opportunity for students with a bachelor’s degree or equivalent to obtain a master's degree.

The programmes correspond to two years of studies unless otherwise specified below.

KTH conducts education and research at five campuses in the Stockholm region. Strategic placements of the campuses enables in-depth collaboration and close contact with industry and the surrounding community, all with a shared focus on digitalistaion, sustainability, internationalisation and equality.

The main KTH Campus is located in central Stockholm and has been an important centre for research and education since the early 20th century. Most central functions and degree programmes are based here. 

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 makes it the ideal place for international students to put their learning into action. With its fresh air, pristine waterfronts and multitude of 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.

Please refer to the KTH website for Information regarding application process and admission requirements.

The application deadline for most programmes is 15 January and applications are submitted in the national application portal universityadmissions.se

Available programs

University highlights

QS World University Ranking

  • 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

Student & Staff

Total students
13,437

42%
58%

International students
3,456

81%
19%

Total faculty staff
1,714

633
1081

Total students
13,437

42%
58%

International students
3,456

81%
19%

Total faculty staff
1,714

1081
633
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Campus locations

KTH campus,

Brinellvägen 8 , Stockholm , Sweden , 100 44

English language requirements

KTH Royal Institute of Technology EN