Details

• Sweden
• MACEMS-25
• Graduate
• SoSe 2026
• Time spent at the partner university: 4 months
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1. Preparation

I recommend looking for accommodation as early as possible. I found my apartment through a Facebook group (Tjejer hjälper tjejer - BOSTAD i Stockholm), which worked really well for me. I booked my flights with Austrian Airlines. Other than that, I mainly prepared by researching the available courses online and registering for them before the semester started.

2. Accommodation

I lived in a private studio apartment close to KTH, and it was very well connected by bus/metro. I would definitely recommend living close to the university and the city rather than commuting every day. In my opinion, it is worth paying a little more for the convenience and the extra time you save. I always felt very safe in the area, and overall, I had a great experience with my accommodation. Looking for accommodation early is the best advice I can give, as good options can be difficult to find. And as mentioned, the Facebook group was a great mean to find an apartment for girls (since it is girls only).

3. Academic life at host university

The teaching style at SSE is very creative and collaborative. Many assignments are completed in groups, and the relationship between students and professors is informal, and everyone is on a first-name basis. Compared to WU Vienna, the campus is much smaller, which creates a more personal and familiar atmosphere. My favorite course was Global Leadership. It was highly interactive and encouraged creativity. For example, one of our main assignments was to develop and deliver our own TED Talk, which I found both challenging and rewarding. One aspect I did not like was the grading system. In some courses, only the top 20% of students are allowed to receive the highest grade. I found this quite limiting, especially for assignments that are subjective and based on creativity, where many students could deserve the top grade.

5. Every day life in the host country

Public transport in Stockholm is excellent. The metro and bus network make it easy to get around the city and travel to the university. I also always felt very safe, both during the day and at night. SSE offers a wide range of sports activities for a one-time sports fee, making it easy to stay active and meet other students. In addition, Stockholm has plenty of social and leisure activities, from museums and cafés to parks, nightlife, and events throughout the semester. One thing to keep in mind is that Stockholm is significantly more expensive than Austria, so it is a good idea to plan your budget carefully.

6. Testimonial

The CEMS Club was very active and played a big role in shaping my exchange experience. The people I met there made my time abroad especially meaningful and memorable. I’m really glad I participated in as many events as possible, as they helped me connect quickly and feel part of the community.