KTH Scholarship 2027: Full Tuition for Master’s at KTH Royal Institute of Technology

Scholarship Overview

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Overview

The KTH Scholarship is a competitive, full-tuition award for international students pursuing master’s studies at KTH Royal Institute of Technology in Stockholm, Sweden. The scholarship specifically targets applicants who demonstrate both outstanding academic performance and a genuine commitment to contributing to sustainable development.

For students from Zimbabwe and the broader SADC region, this represents a significant opportunity to study at one of Europe’s leading technical universities without the burden of tuition fees. However, applicants must be prepared to cover their own living expenses in Sweden, which has a relatively high cost of living.

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What the Scholarship Covers

The KTH Scholarship provides comprehensive tuition coverage with specific conditions:

• Full tuition fee waiver for the entire duration of the master’s programme
• One-year programmes: Full coverage for one academic year
• Two-year programmes: Coverage for both years, contingent upon satisfactory academic progress in year one
• Not included: Living costs, accommodation, travel, health insurance, or personal expenses

Students must maintain satisfactory study results during their first year to retain funding for the second year. This creates an incentive for sustained academic performance throughout the programme.

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Eligible Programmes

The scholarship applies to eligible master’s programmes at KTH, including but not limited to:

• Molecular Techniques in Life Science (two-year)
• Biostatistics and Data Science (two-year)
• Architectural Lighting Design (one-year)

Important exclusions: The scholarship is not available for joint Erasmus+ programmes, EIT programmes, or the joint programme Computer Simulations for Science and Engineering.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must meet all of the following criteria:

• Be a fee-paying student (non-EU/EEA citizens typically pay tuition fees)
• Apply for an eligible master’s programme at KTH as first priority — programmes listed as second, third, or fourth priority are ineligible
• Pay the master’s programme application fee through UniversityAdmissions.se
• Meet all admission requirements for the chosen master’s programme

The scholarship is open to international students globally. No specific country restrictions are published, making this accessible to Zimbabwean and SADC applicants who meet the fee-paying status requirement.

Selection Criteria

Selection is highly competitive and based on multiple factors:

• Academic grades/GPA or equivalent from bachelor’s degree
• Ranking and reputation of the university that awarded your bachelor’s degree
• Research experience, publications, or extracurricular academic activities
• Relevant work experience
• Relevant teaching experience
• Awards from competitions and extracurricular achievements
• Motivation and concrete plans for contributing to sustainable development through the master’s degree

Only applicants who fulfil the admission requirements of their chosen programme are considered for the scholarship. Academic excellence alone is insufficient — the selection committee specifically evaluates how your studies will advance sustainable development goals.

Application Statistics

In 2026, 718 scholarship applicants were admitted to a programme at KTH. Of these, 65 were nominated for the KTH Scholarship — representing approximately 9% of eligible admitted applicants. This indicates highly competitive selection, requiring exceptional application materials.

How to Apply

The application process involves two mandatory stages:

Step 1: Programme Application

Before applying for the scholarship, you must first apply for a master’s programme at KTH through UniversityAdmissions.se. Ensure KTH is listed as your first priority.

Step 2: Scholarship Application

Once the scholarship application opens, submit through the KTH scholarship application form. No additional documents are required — KTH uses the documents submitted with your master’s programme application.

Key Dates

Practical Considerations for African Applicants

Zimbabwean and SADC applicants should note several practical matters:

• Living costs: Budget approximately SEK 10,000–12,000 monthly (roughly USD 950–1,150) for accommodation, food, transport, and personal expenses in Stockholm
• Proof of funds: Swedish residence permit applications require demonstrating sufficient funds for living expenses — typically SEK 10,584 per month for the duration of your permit
• English proficiency: Ensure IELTS or TOEFL scores meet programme requirements well before deadlines
• Academic credentials: Have bachelor’s degree certificates and transcripts ready for evaluation; consider credential evaluation services if needed

Why KTH?

KTH Royal Institute of Technology is Sweden’s largest and oldest technical university, ranked among the top 100 globally in engineering and technology. Located in Stockholm, it offers strong industry connections, research opportunities, and a vibrant international community. For African students interested in sustainable development, KTH’s research focus on energy, environmental engineering, and digitalization aligns well with continental development priorities.

Official scholarship page: https://www.kth.se/en/studies/master/scholarships/kth-scholarship-1.72837

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