Study Counselling

A university education can make you more attractive to employers. It enables you to invest in yourself and develop as a person. Some professions require a university education.

Teaching methods may include lectures, group exercises and laboratory work. Some programmes include vocational training, or work-based learning. When a course ends, there is an examination of some kind. This may be a written exam, a written assignment requiring answers to questions or a seminar, for example an oral examination.

An educational programme consists of several courses that must be taken in a specific order in order to lead to a degree. However, it is also possible to take individual courses. These can be combined to form a degree. Contact a study counsellor for information on how courses can be combined and what requirements apply.
The scope of the courses is specified in credits. One term comprises approximately 20 weeks of study and corresponds to 30 credits.

Yes, there are different types of distance learning. You can either study remotely or partially remotely. Some courses and programmes are entirely web-based, while others have one or more compulsory meetings at a study location. Your teacher will post information about what applies to your particular programme on the Canvas learning platform.

As a student at the University of Gävle, you have access to a variety of support services to help you throughout your studies. These include study techniques, study planning and motivation via Study Support, counselling via Student Health Services and adjustments via Targeted Educational Support.
You can also receive support with study guidance, career and working life issues, international studies and IT and library access.

You can find comprehensive information about all student support under Services and Resources

When you want to apply for a course or programme, create an account at www.universityadmissions.se External link. where you can also submit your application.