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Karolinska Institutet
Campus Solna (HQ), Stockholm Sweden
# 7QS WUR Ranking By Subject
12Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes
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About Karolinska Institutet
Based in Stockholm, Karolinska Institutet (KI) is a one-faculty university dedicated to the medical and health sciences, with a reputation for top quality research and innovation. We are consistently ranked in the top 50 universities globally and the...
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Based in Stockholm, Karolinska Institutet (KI) is a one-faculty university dedicated to the medical and health sciences, with a reputation for top quality research and innovation. We are consistently ranked in the top 50 universities globally and the top 10 medical universities in Europe.
Education in close connection to researchKarolinska Institutet offers 11 global programmes, taught in English and with an international focus. The programmes proactively incorporate an interactive teaching model that emphasises informal and close contact between students and teachers and facilitates the active participation of students.
Teachers at Karolinska Institutet often carry out research in parallel with teaching. This ensures that students are involved in the latest advances within the medical field.
The Nobel Prize
Since 1901, the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine. There are regular opportunities for students to hear and see Nobel laureates in action, by attending their lectures or seminars on campus.
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Read lessAbout Karolinska Institutet
Based in Stockholm, Karolinska Institutet (KI) is a one-faculty university dedicated to the medical and health sciences, with a reputation for top quality research and innovation. We are consistently ranked in the top 50 universities globally and the...
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Based in Stockholm, Karolinska Institutet (KI) is a one-faculty university dedicated to the medical and health sciences, with a reputation for top quality research and innovation. We are consistently ranked in the top 50 universities globally and the top 10 medical universities in Europe.
Education in close connection to researchKarolinska Institutet offers 11 global programmes, taught in English and with an international focus. The programmes proactively incorporate an interactive teaching model that emphasises informal and close contact between students and teachers and facilitates the active participation of students.
Teachers at Karolinska Institutet often carry out research in parallel with teaching. This ensures that students are involved in the latest advances within the medical field.
The Nobel Prize
Since 1901, the Nobel Assembly at Karolinska Institutet has selected the Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine. There are regular opportunities for students to hear and see Nobel laureates in action, by attending their lectures or seminars on campus.
Interact with Karolinska Institutet on YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram!
Read lessAvailable programmes
Life Sciences and Medicine (1)
Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine
Bachelor's Programme in Biomedicine
Life Sciences and Medicine (11)
Joint Master's Programme in Health Informatics
Joint Master's Programme in Health Informatics
Master's Programme in Bioentrepreneurship
Master's Programme in Bioentrepreneurship
Master's Programme in Biomedicine
Master's Programme in Biomedicine
Master's Programme in Biostatistics and Data Science
Master's Programme in Biostatistics and Data Science
Master's Programme in Global Health
Master's Programme in Global Health
Master's Programme in Molecular Techniques in Life Science
Master's Programme in Molecular Techniques in Life Science
Master's Programme in Nutrition Science
Master's Programme in Nutrition Science
Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences
Master's Programme in Public Health Sciences
Master's Programme in Toxicology
Master's Programme in Toxicology
Master's Programme in Translational Physiology and Pharmacology
Master's Programme in Translational Physiology and Pharmacology
Master's in Health Economics, Policy and Managemet
Master's in Health Economics, Policy and Managemet
University information
Sweden has a central online application system and you apply on universityadmissions.se. The application period is open from mid-October until mid-January.
https://education.ki.se/bachelors-masters-studies/apply
General
Education and research at Karolinska Institutet is conducted on two campuses: the northern Campus Solna and the southern Campus Flemingsberg. Most of the global programmes are given on campus Solna. Facilities are modern and offer plenty of green spaces. A 15 minute ride with public transport is the estimated travel time between the campuses and the city. Karolinska Institutet runs its own...
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Education and research at Karolinska Institutet is conducted on two campuses: the northern Campus Solna and the southern Campus Flemingsberg. Most of the global programmes are given on campus Solna. Facilities are modern and offer plenty of green spaces. A 15 minute ride with public transport is the estimated travel time between the campuses and the city. Karolinska Institutet runs its own shuttle bus between the Solna and Flemingsberg campuses that is free for students and employees.
- Campus tour Solna
- Campus tour Flemingsberg
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Karolinska Institutet is situated in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, which offers good public transport, culture, nightlife, and business, surrounded by plenty of nature and blue water. Stockholm is one of the most innovative cities in Europe and also one of the world’s most productive hubs for health care advancement and life science knowhow. Stockholm is...
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Student life
Karolinska Institutet is situated in Stockholm, the capital of Sweden, which offers good public transport, culture, nightlife, and business, surrounded by plenty of nature and blue water. Stockholm is one of the most innovative cities in Europe and also one of the world’s most productive hubs for health care advancement and life science knowhow. Stockholm is one of the safest capitals in the world, and nearly 90% of the population in Sweden speaks English.
As you arrive, orientation activities will help you acclimatise to your new ‘home’. Karolinska Institutet's student union offer excitinhttps://studyinsweden.se/scholarships/g events all year; sports activities, pubs, lectures, open meetings, dinners, and parties; and a diversity of union bodies and associations to get in involved in. As a student you have free access to modern and spacious gyms and can participate in a range of weekly classes.
The Student Health Centre and Career Services offer students support throughout the studies.
- Learn more about student life on the Student Blog.
Read lessThere are international career opportunities for graduates, with close links to the public and private sectors throughout the time of study, as well as opportunities for further PhD studies.
World-class research and specialised research environments create a breeding ground for doctoral studies (PhD) at Karolinska Institutet. A doctoral degree from KI gives you cutting edge skills within...
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There are international career opportunities for graduates, with close links to the public and private sectors throughout the time of study, as well as opportunities for further PhD studies.
World-class research and specialised research environments create a breeding ground for doctoral studies (PhD) at Karolinska Institutet. A doctoral degree from KI gives you cutting edge skills within your research field and opens up a wide range of career opportunities.
- Meet our alumni
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Rankings & Ratings
Karolinska Institutet is one of the top public universities in Stockholm, Sweden. It is ranked #7 in QS WUR Ranking By Subject 2025.
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Campus locations
Campus Flemingsberg Campus
Alfred Nobels Allé 8, Huddinge
Stockholm
SE
171 77
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