Rankings
How every major ranking places Uppsala 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Natural sciences | 21 | $16,592 | See → |
| Humanities & languages | 14 | $11,463 | See → |
| Computer science & data technology | 10 | $15,083 | See → |
| Life sciences & biotechnology | 10 | $18,101 | See → |
| Medicine & clinical health | 9 | $16,592 | See → |
| Social sciences | 9 | $11,463 | See → |
| Environment, sustainability & agriculture | 8 | $14,028 | See → |
| Engineering & technology | 6 | $16,592 | See → |
| Arts, design & creative studies | 4 | $14,028 | See → |
| Business & management | 4 | $11,463 | See → |
| Economics, finance & accounting | 3 | $11,463 | See → |
| Law, politics & governance | 3 | $11,463 | See → |
| Education & teaching | 2 | $11,463 | See → |
| Psychology | 1 | $13,877 | See → |
| Public health & allied health | 1 | $16,592 | See → |
Costs and entry
1 course mentions scholarships. 103 publish an application deadline for international students.
Jobs after studying at Uppsala University
The job market for Uppsala University's biggest fields, and how graduates stay to work in Sweden.
Questions students ask
How much does a master's course at Uppsala University cost?
Typical tuition for international students is about $15,838 a year; half of Uppsala University's master's courses with a published fee cost between $11,463 and $16,592. Most courses last 2 years. Fees vary by field: life sciences & biotechnology courses are typically $18,101, humanities & languages $11,463.
How is Uppsala University ranked?
Uppsala University is ranked #87 by QS (2027), #133 by Times Higher Education (2027) and #94 by ARWU (2026) in the world. Its strongest QS subjects include Pharmacy & Pharmacology (#24) and Biological Sciences (#50).
What IELTS score does Uppsala University need for a master's course?
Most master's courses (99 of the 105 that list it) ask for IELTS 6.5 overall with no band below 5.5.
How many master's courses does Uppsala University offer?
105 master's courses across 15 fields; the largest are natural sciences (21), humanities & languages (14) and computer science & data technology (10).
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Updated 21 October 2026. Courses and fees from Uppsala 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.