New student
New student at KI? Follow our guides and checklists to ensure that you get a smooth study start. Welcome to KI!
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Related to your study start
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Introduction at Karolinska Institutet
The week before study start, KI and the Student Union are organising arrival days at Arlanda Airport and an introduction week with social and informative events for international students, including the welcome ceremony and fair in Aula Medica on Campus Solna. Mark your calendars for the introduction from 24 to 30 August. Don't forget to register by August 16 – the registration link will be available in May.
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Course and programme websites
All first- and second-cycle courses and programs at KI have a website with information about the education that you can access before you have access to the virtual learning platform Canvas. On the course and programme websites, you will find contact information, information about registration, and an overview of the schedule.
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Pre-arrival guide for master's and bachelor's students
The Pre-arrival guide helps you plan your journey to Sweden, and ensure a smooth start to your studies at Karolinska Institutet.
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KI University Library - guide for new students
Welcome to the KI University Library! Our premises are open every day 7:00-22:00. You can reach us via phone and chat on weekdays 9:00-16:00. We offer support for both your studies and IT-related questions. Be sure to check out our guide for new students.
Learn more about what KI has to offer
KI University Library
Digital services at KI
Student Wellbeing Centre
Student unions at KI
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Current student
Your go to page to access resources and information for your studies at KI.
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Arrival information for exchange students
Here you will find information to help you prepare for your journey to Sweden, such as accommodation, arrival, and residence permits.
Get to know KI's two campus areas
What does it look like at campus Flemingsberg?
Join bachelor's student Linnea Wester on a tour around Campus Flemingsberg.
What does it look like at campus Solna?
Join master's student Jie-Hyun Choi on a tour around Campus Solna.
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One uni - two campuses
Karolinska Institutet has two campuses: Campus Solna and Campus Flemingsberg