About Swedish Defence University
Swedish Defence University is a Swedish public-sector higher-education provider based in Stockholm. UKÄ lists it among institutions with degree-awarding powers in Sweden. Its public academic profile focuses on defence, security, crisis management, leadership, war studies and military science.
University highlights
- Sweden's specialist higher-education institution for defence and security, serving both civilian and military students.
What makes this institution stand out
- Choose Swedish Defence University for focused access to defence, security, crisis management, leadership, war studies and military science.
- Students can combine the institution's academic environment with the study and employer opportunities available in Stockholm.
Why Study at Swedish Defence University?
Rankings & Accreditations
No result is recorded for this institution in the Times Higher Education Sweden table for 2026; this is not a quality judgment.
Swedish accreditation is expressed through degree-awarding powers. Swedish Defence University appears on UKÄ's current list of authorized providers, and UKÄ is responsible for national quality assurance. Exact powers and programme-level status must be verified for the intended qualification.
Programs Offered
Level:
| Program | Degree | Duration | Tuition | Intake | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Innovation, Defence and Security | Master | — | — | ● Closed | |
| International Operational Law | Master | — | — | ● Closed | |
| Politics, Security and Crisis | Master | — | — | ● Closed | |
| War and Defence | Master | — | — | ● Closed |
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Tuition Fees & Scholarships
Tuition fees and scholarship information coming soon. Contact the university for details.
Admission Requirements
Masters Degree
- Bachelors Certificate
- Bachelors Marks Sheet
- Passport
Visa & Immigration
Student Visa Process
75% of recent cases were decided within 2 months
Monthly Cost of Living
Food
SEK 2,716 / month
Accommodation
SEK 4,900 / month
Local travel
SEK 650 / month
Phone and internet
SEK 400 / month
Miscellaneous
SEK 1,964 / month
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. It appears on the Swedish Higher Education Authority (UKÄ) list of institutions and providers with degree-awarding powers. The exact powers can differ by institution and qualification.
Sweden's specialist higher-education institution for defence and security, serving both civilian and military students. Prospective students should confirm the current programme language, entry requirements, tuition status and application route on the official website.
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