Rankings
How every major ranking places the University of Gothenburg. 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 | 16 | $32,480 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 7 | $14,782 | See → |
| Natural sciences | 7 | $14,782 | See → |
| Business & management | 6 | $9,754 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 6 | $14,782 | See → |
| Social sciences | 6 | $9,754 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 4 | $9,754 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 4 | $11,363 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 4 | $14,782 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 3 | $14,983 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 3 | $12,670 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 3 | $9,754 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 3 | $16,492 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $9,754 | See → |
Costs and entry
15 courses mention scholarships. 70 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at the University of Gothenburg
The job market for the University of Gothenburg's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Sweden.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at the University of Gothenburg cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $14,782 a year; half of the University of Gothenburg's master's courses with a published fee cost between $9,955 and $16,492. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: arts, design & creative studies courses are typically $32,480, business & management $9,754.
How is the University of Gothenburg ranked?
The University of Gothenburg is ranked #225 by QS (2027), #219 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #187 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Dentistry (#14) and Medicine (#124).
What IELTS score does the University of Gothenburg need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (71 of the 71 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many master's courses does the University of Gothenburg offer?
73 master's courses across 14 fields; the largest are arts, design & creative studies (16), computer science & data technology (7) and natural sciences (7).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from the University of Gothenburg'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.