Welcome to the University of Gävle and the Master Programme in Electronics/Automation, 120 credits!
On this page you can read more about your programme, the introduction for international students and how to get started with your studies!
Get started with your studies!
To be able to use the university web services, register for your courses, take out library books and more, you need to first go through our "Five steps to get started".
Introduction Day for all our international students Autumn 2023
About the programme
Programme introduction and registration
Head of programme, Reza Rezasson, will let you know when the programme introduction will take place. Rezas contact details can be found further down this page.
Programme information from your programme director
For a good start of the studies, you should recapitulate the contents of your basic academic education, especially Mathematics and Electronics.
Four courses are given each semester – two in parallel. Provided the Corona pandemic is over, the following plan will be kept. If not, there will be changes in the order of the courses for online education.
During the first half of the autumn semester you will study Statistical Signal Processing and Applied Mechanics II in parallel. The second half of the autumn semester you will study Multivariable and Nonlinear Control Systems and RF Measurement Technology in parallel.
Syllabuses
Statistical Signal Processing (EEA005)
Multivariable and Nonlinear Control System (EEA004)
RF Measurement Technology (EEG503)
Course literature
Programme timetable
- Programme timetable for Master Programme in Electronics/Automation
- The timetable will be published July 1st.
In preparation for your first courses
Below you will find welcome letters for the first course(s) that you will take as part of your programme. You will find information about course registration, links to the course syllabus and reading list, timetable and more in your course welcome letter. Welcome letters for courses are published at the latest four weeks before the course start date.
Information from the Gefle Student Union
If you are a new student who has just arrived to Gävle, you are not alone. Finding meeting places and new friends is often where the fun begins. The Gefle Student Union work in conjunction with student organisations to improve courses, student social environments and many of the entertaining aspects available to you during your study period. To become involved in the Gefle Student Union is therefore a great opportunity to take part in and be able to influence student life and at the same time get to know students studying other subjects.
Don’t hesitate to send an e-mail to the Gefle Student Union and make sure to follow their social media accounts.
Contact
If you have any questions about the programme, please contact the programme director, Dr Reza Rezasson.
E-mail: reza.rezasson@hig.se
Phone: +46 26 64 87 41
Service and Support
Accommodation
You need to apply for accommodation yourself. Please remember to do it in good time before your arrival. The University of Gävle does not provide any student accommodation.
Free Microsoft Office
As a student at the University of Gävle you have the opportunity to install
Microsoft Office on up to five computers. The Office package includes Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and Onenote.
- Library
The library is located in the middle of campus and is open to everybody. You can reach all digital resources such as e-books and e-journals after logging in with your user account.
- Residence permit
- If you are a non-EU citizen you need to apply for a residence permit. Start the process of applying for a residence permit as soon as possible. This can be a slow process and take several months. It is therefore good to get started as soon as possible!
Student Centre
At the Student Centre you will meet knowledgeable staff that can assist you in just about anything regarding your studies at the University of Gävle. The Student Centre is located in building 22. You will also find a café in this area and TV displays showing current information and the daily timetabling. If you have any study-related questions, you can contact the Student Centre at studentsupport@hig.se
Student Support
- Sometimes you need help to manage your studies and student life. At the University of Gävle we have several support functions to help you deal with various study-related situations, such as, for example, study guidance counselling, student health and welfare, and support for disabled students.
Tuition fees
- If you have any questions about tuition fees, please find more information in our FAQ.
Web meetings with Zoom
- Zoom are a services for web meetings at the University of Gävle. You usually need a webcam and headset with a microphone.
- Web meetings with Zoom
Wireless network (wifi)
Eduroam (EDUcation ROAMing) gives you access to the Internet when you are staying on the University campus. It also provides internet access at other universities and colleges that are connected to eduroam. Eduroam also works at many airports, railway stations and hotels.