Rankings
How every major ranking places Umea University. Lower is better.
Strongest subjects in the QS subject rankings (2026):
Master's courses by field
Number of courses and typical yearly tuition for international students.
| Field | Courses | Typical fee | Courses in Course Explorer |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arts, design & creative studies | 5 | $32,309 | See → |
| Business & management | 5 | $9,714 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 5 | $15,315 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 5 | $15,315 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $9,714 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 3 | $15,315 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 3 | $16,099 | See → |
| Social sciences | 3 | $9,714 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 2 | $16,024 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 2 | $15,315 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 2 | $9,714 | See → |
| Psychology | 2 | $12,515 | See → |
| Hospitality, tourism & service industry | 1 | $9,714 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 1 | $9,714 | See → |
Costs and entry
14 courses mention scholarships. 40 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Umea University
The job market for Umea University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Sweden.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at Umea University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $15,315 a year; half of Umea University's master's courses with a published fee cost between $9,714 and $15,315. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: arts, design & creative studies courses are typically $32,309, business & management $9,714.
How is Umea University ranked?
Umea University is ranked #438 by QS (2027), #364 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #666 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Art & Design (#59) and Biological Sciences (#220).
What IELTS score does Umea University need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (43 of the 43 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many master's courses does Umea University offer?
43 master's courses across 14 fields; the largest are arts, design & creative studies (5), business & management (5) and computer science & data technology (5).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from Umea University's own course pages; fees converted to US dollars. Rankings: QS World University Rankings 2027, Times Higher Education 2027, ARWU 2026, QS subject rankings 2026.