Since its founding in 1827, KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities, as well as a key centre of intellectual talent and innovation. We are Sweden’s largest technical research and learning institution and home to students, researchers and faculty from around the world dedicated to advancing knowledge.
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Top reasons to study here
- KTH is Sweden’s highest ranked technical university.
- KTH is Sweden’s largest and most respected technical university.
- KTH provides one third of Sweden’s technical and engineering research at university level.
Master's Programmes
Engineering & Technology (44)
- M.Sc. Aerospace EngineeringSchool of Engineering Sciences
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- M.Sc. Communication SystemsSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Computer ScienceSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Engineering Sciences
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Embedded SystemsSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Engineering DesignSchool Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Engineering MechanicsSchool of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Engineering PhysicsSchool of Engineering Sciences
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. ICT InnovationSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Industrial ManagementSchool Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Machine LearningSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Macromolecular MaterialsSchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Maritime EngineeringSchool of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Medical EngineeringSchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- M.Sc. NanotechnologySchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Naval ArchitectureSchool of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Nuclear Energy (EMINE)School of Engineering Sciences
- School of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Polymer TechnologySchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Railway EngineeringSchool of Engineering Sciences
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- M.Sc. Renewable Energy (RENE)School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Sustainable TechnologySchool of Architecture and the Built Environment
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Vehicle EngineeringSchool of Engineering Sciences
Computer Science & IT (13)
- School of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Communication SystemsSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Computer ScienceSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Embedded SystemsSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. ICT InnovationSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Machine LearningSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (13)
- M.Sc. Aerospace EngineeringSchool of Engineering Sciences
- School of Engineering Sciences
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Engineering MechanicsSchool of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Engineering PhysicsSchool of Engineering Sciences
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- M.Sc. Macromolecular MaterialsSchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- M.Sc. MathematicsSchool of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Medical BiotechnologySchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- M.Sc. NanotechnologySchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Engineering Sciences
Arts, Design & Architecture (9)
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- M.Sc. ArchitectureSchool of Architecture and the Built Environment
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Engineering DesignSchool Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Naval ArchitectureSchool of Engineering Sciences
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- M.Sc. Urbanism StudiesSchool of Architecture and the Built Environment
Business & Management (9)
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. ICT InnovationSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Industrial ManagementSchool Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Sports TechnologySchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (8)
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- M.Sc. Renewable Energy (RENE)School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School Of Industrial Engineering And Management
- M.Sc. Sustainable TechnologySchool of Architecture and the Built Environment
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
Medicine & Health (3)
- M.Sc. Medical BiotechnologySchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- M.Sc. Medical EngineeringSchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
Applied Sciences & Professions (1)
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (1)
- M.Sc. Sports TechnologySchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
Journalism & Media (1)
- M.Sc. Media ManagementSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
About
History
The origins of the Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm – "Kungliga Tekniska Högskolan", KTH – go back to 1827, as the "Teknologiska Institutet" then began to offer education in technological subjects with a strong professional touch.
Education
KTH is Sweden’s largest and most prestigious technical university. The university has a rich history of pioneering ideas and innovation that dates back to 1827. KTH’s global reputation for excellence attracts students from all over the world. The university offers a range of study options for international students seeking world-class education within science and technology.
Research
KTH is Sweden's largest technical research institution and has grown to become one of Europe’s leading technical and engineering universities.
We gather researchers and faculty from around the world whose work encompasses a wide range of disciplines, including engineering, natural sciences, architecture, industrial management, urban planning, history and philosophy.
Career
KTH Career acts as a link between students, employers and industry, and helps students with their career planning. Free of charge, it offers various events and individual guidance, such as career coaching and a mentor programme.
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2019
104 -6
2018
98 -1
2017
97
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2019
187 -14
2018
173 -14
2017
159
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2018
201
2017
201
2016
201
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2019
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2018
208 -4
2017
204
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
KTH provides qualified and confidential student counselling to all students. The counsellors can help you become more aware of your own resources and make better choices about your studies and professional development.
Housing services
Some international student groups are guaranteed housing through KTH, while some have to find housing on their own. Stockholm offers a range of housing opportunities, but finding accommodation can take time so you must start looking early. The vast public transportation system makes it possible to study in one part of Stockholm and live in another.
Library services
The main library at KTH Campus is Sweden's largest library for technology with a vast selection of books, scientific journals and databases. With its study spaces, group rooms and cafe, the library is a popular meeting place for students. In addition to the main library KTH Kista, KTH Haninge, KTH Södertälje and the School of Architecture all have local libraries.
Medical services
University studies can be challenging. The Student Health Service provide counselling and support in psychological matters related to your studies. The staff is bound by confidentiality and the services are free of charge.
Student Life
Campus life
The five KTH campuses in Greater Stockholm, gather more than 12,000 full-time students, some 2,000 PhD students and approximately 3,700 full-time employees. The campuses are strategically located close to their areas of research and study, for example KTH Kista is situated in the middle of the Kista ICT hub, with some of the world’s leading Information and Communications Technology companies. One of our other campuses, KTH Flemingsberg, is located in one of Northern Europe’s leading medical technology centres for research and industrial activity.
Sports facilities
Although KTH campus is located in central Stockholm it is next to the National City Park – a large green area with great natural and cultural resources and excellent for jogging, walks etc.
On the main campus there is a sports centre which offers a fully equipped gym, aerobics classes, spinning and sports such as basketball, floorball, badminton, etc. Students may buy membership at a reduced price. Near the main campus there is an indoor swimming pool.
Stockholm Student Sports Association offers a wide variety of activities at various locations around the city. Activities include, for example; martial arts, racket and ball sports, dance classes, kayaking, fencing, mountain climbing, swimming and acrobatics.The Global Study Awards
Together with the ISIC Association and British Council IELTS, Studyportals offers you the chance to receive up to £10000 to expand your horizon and study abroad. We want to ultimately encourage you to study abroad in order to experience and explore new countries, cultures and languages.
Student Reviews
EMINE at KTH 1st year
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
I overally like the program at KTH as it is packed with very interesting courses, that give not only solid knowledge, but also stimulate to develop practical skills, later necessary for working in industry or research. It has truly international environment, where students meet specialists working in the field. Program also tries to to develop entrepreneurial and social...
Sweden is a point of reference
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
The facilities and the city were extremely user friendly. The multicultural experience and the number of contacts with professors with different background was useful. Sometimes the courses were not as good as expected.
Spring semester at KTH !
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I really liked the spring integration for the international students. Even though we arrived during the year, the student union had prepared 2 weeks of events for us, with parties, trips in Stockholm, visits, saunas, and a weekend in a cabin in the forest ! However, after those two weeks, they were way less events for us (international students) in KTH. But there was ESN...
