Opportunities of DNA Studies

in Sweden

World DNA Day

Rajshahi University Science Club (RUSC)
 TRUE AND
INTERESTING
FACTS ABOUT
SWEDEN
 1
Sweden is the 5th largest EU country. It has
population of 9.5 million in 173,860 mi² land
area.
Forests (mostly coniferous): 54%,
Mountains: 17%,
Cultivated land: 8%,
Lakes and rivers: 9%
 2
Average life expectancy: men 77 years, women 82
years. Parents are entitled to 480 days paid parental
leave when a child is born or adopted.

3
Swedish official language is Swedish. However, 89% of
people in Sweden speak English.
 4
The capital Stockholm is built on 14 islands. It has more
than 50 bridges.
 5
Sweden is famous for many successful
companies: Volvo, IKEA, H & M, Skype.
 6
Sweden has the highest percentage of working mothers in the
developed world, no less than 76% of them.

7
Sweden is one of the most internet-active countries in the world.
In fact, 94% of Swedish population uses the internet regularly.
 8
It is one of the most generous countries in the
world regarding aid to poor countries.
 9
Sweden is one of the most peaceful countries in
the world.
EDUCATION
 Academic Level
♠ Undergraduate program: Few courses are taught in
English.
♠ Graduate program: All master’s courses are taught in
English.
♠ PhD: English
 Academic Calendar
♠ January to May (spring semester) – 30 ECTS
♠ June to August: Summer vacation
♠ September to December: Autumn Semester –
30 ECTS
♠ 60 ECTS is one year full-time study
 Tuition Fees
130,000 SEK (per academic year – 60 ECTS) –
equivalent to BDT 11 lacs

Living Expenses
Around 30-40 thousands taka per month
 Part-time Job Opportunities
♠ Students are permitted to work for 20 hours in
a week.
♠ Reklam: Distribution of advertisement
(newspaper) on weekend.
♠ Restaurant Crew Member (McDonalds,
PizzaHut etc.)
♠ Web developer
♠ Servers and bartendars
Eligibility and Requirements for
Master’s Program
♠ Graduation (Honours) in respective or related
subject.

♠ IELTS 6.0 or 6.5 depending on the courses and

universities.
 Why study in Sweden?
♠ Think more creatively
A university professor was once quoted as saying that
university doesn’t teach you to do a job; it is meant to
teach you how to think. You are also taught to think
independently and creatively.

♠ You don’t just sit in class

You will not find this at universities in Sweden. As
we mentioned, the focus is more on innovation and
application. Professors want to know that you are not
just learning but are able to apply your learning.
♠ It’s easy to apply
Students from around the world are able to
study in Sweden. There are no age limits when
it comes to the university.
♠ Bonus:
Life in international student-friendly, joyful,
equal and open environments.
 Application deadline
Autumn semester: January 16
Spring semester: August 15

Website for application

https://www.universityadmissions.se
 DNA related courses
 MS program in Biotechnology
 MS program in Plant and Forest Biotechnology
 MS program in Tumor Biology
 MS program in Bioinformatics
 MS program in Biomarkers in Molecular Medicine
 MS program in Molecular Biotechnology
 MS program in Applied Biotechnology
 MS program in Molecular Biology, Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology
 MS program in Molecular Techniques in Life Science
 MS program in Nanotechnology
 MS program in Molecular Life Sciences
 MS program in Molecular Biology
Universities
 PhD Scholarship
 Supervisor grant
- Individual university website -> Career/Jobs
- http://www.epsoweb.org/careers/jobs
- https://www.arabidopsis.org/news/jobs.jsp
 Government Scholarship
- SI Scholarship
- Marie-Curie Scholarship
- EMBO Scholarship
 BENEFITS
♠ Knowledge and skill development
- Better career in Bangladesh
- University faculty position in Bangladesh
- Business establishment in Bangladesh

RU JU ZTE
♠ Job position in Sweden and other
countries
- 6 month stay permit for job searching after degree.
- Mobile and IT companies, industries, childcare,
accountant, etc.

IT staff, Sweden Engineer, Canada Childcare official, Sweden

♠ Getting PhD scholarship worldwide
- Highly recognised

- Easier to go for interview

Sweden Australia Germany

♠ Permanent residency
- Permanent residency if PhD is completed
- 4-year working experience
- Business establishment
♠ Travelling anywhere in Europe without any
VISA
THANK YOU