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🇸🇪 1–2 years · Autumn (August/September
Masters in Biotechnology in Sweden
A Biotechnology master's covers molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioprocessing and bioinformatics with substantial lab work. Here is how studying it in Sweden works for Indian students — universities and costs in rupees, eligibility, careers and work rights.
- 1 universities compared
- From ₹49 lakh – ₹58 lakh
- Intakes: Autumn (August/September
- Post-study work
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Masters in Biotechnology in Sweden: what does it cost and is it worth it?
A master's in Biotechnology in Sweden usually takes 1–2 years. On our list, 1 universities offer it, with total costs from ₹49 lakh – ₹58 lakh (Uppsala) to ₹49 lakh – ₹58 lakh (Uppsala). After graduating: residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation.
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Masters in Biotechnology in Sweden at a glance
- Duration
- 1–2 years
- Tuition (international)
- ≈ SEK 80,000 – 200,000+ per year (≈ €7,000 – €18,000)
- Living costs
- ≈ SEK 9,000 – 12,000 per month; funds shown at the Migration Agency's monthly rate
- Typical budget
- ₹15–28 lakh per year
- Intakes
- Autumn (August/September, main — apply October to January), spring (January)
- English tests
- IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE / GMAT
- GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
- Post-study work
- Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation
Overview
Why study Biotechnology in Sweden?
A Biotechnology master's covers molecular biology, genetic engineering, bioprocessing and bioinformatics with substantial lab work.
Sweden offers english-taught master's programs with a strong research focus, innovation-driven economy (tech, sustainability, life sciences) and no fixed weekly cap on part-time work.
Universities
Universities for Biotechnology in Sweden
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Specialisations
Popular Biotechnology specialisations
Biopharmaceuticals
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Sweden.
Genetic Engineering
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Sweden.
Industrial Biotechnology
Offered as a track or elective set at many universities in Sweden.
Eligibility
Entry requirements
Usual expectations — each university sets its own minimums.
Get this checklist on WhatsApp- Bachelor's: B.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology
- Bachelor's: B.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences
- Bachelor's: B.Pharm
- Prerequisite: Molecular and cell biology
- Prerequisite: Lab experience
- Prerequisite: Basic chemistry
- English: IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university
- GRE/GMAT: GRE/GMAT is asked by some business and economics programs
Careers
Careers after Biotechnology in Sweden
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
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It can be, if cost, university and career plan line up. Sweden offers english-taught master's programs with a strong research focus. Typical roles afterwards include Research Associate, Bioprocess Engineer and Quality Control Analyst.
On our list: Uppsala.
From ₹49 lakh – ₹58 lakh at Uppsala up to ₹49 lakh – ₹58 lakh, including living and one-time costs.
Most universities accept b.Tech/B.Sc in Biotechnology, b.Sc in Microbiology, Biochemistry or Life Sciences and b.Pharm, with molecular and cell biology, lab experience and basic chemistry, plus IELTS, TOEFL or an equivalent accepted by the university.
Residence permit of up to 12 months to look for work after graduation. During your studies: no fixed weekly limit while you study, as long as studies progress.
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