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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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 Design
- M.Sc. Engineering MechanicsSchool of Engineering Sciences
- M.Sc. Engineering PhysicsSchool of Engineering Sciences
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- M.Sc. ICT InnovationSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Industrial Management
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Machine LearningSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Macromolecular MaterialsSchool of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- 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
- 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
- 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
- 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 Design
- 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 (8)
- M.Sc. ICT InnovationSchool of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- M.Sc. Industrial Management
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (7)
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- School of Architecture and the Built Environment
- School of Engineering Sciences in Chemistry, Biotechnology and Health
- M.Sc. Renewable Energy (RENE)School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
- 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
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
2018
98 -1
2017
97 -5
2016
92
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
2018
173 -14
2017
159 -4
2016
155
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
2017
201
2016
201
2015
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
2018
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2017
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2016
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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 four 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
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