OpenFieldStockholm University Master of Science in Theoretical Physics
Interdisciplinary two-year Master's degree (120 ECTS) inside the Oskar Klein Centre at AlbaNova, offering world-class research tracks in General Relativity, String Theory, Quantum Information, and Particle Cosmology.
Application checklist & requirements
These requirements reflect published university guidelines available at the last review. Review official department guidelines before submission.
- Academic degree / Prerequisites
- Bachelor of Science in Physics or Theoretical Physics with solid quantum field theory and statistical mechanics background.
- English language proficiency
- Academic IELTS 6.5 overall with minimum 5.5 in all bands.
- Standardized testing (GRE/GMAT)
- Not required.
- Thesis / Research statement
- Demonstrated coursework background in mathematical methods of physics, classical mechanics, and electrodynamics.
- Recommendation letters
- Complete academic transcripts, motivation letter, and CV.
How much will it cost? How much funding is available?
- Financial support / stipend
- Self-funded; eligible for Oskar Klein Centre bursaries and Swedish research allowances
- Application fee
- SEK 900 application fee
- Tuition / joining costs
- SEK 70,000 per semester (SEK 280,000 total for non-EU international students).
Dates and verification
- Application deadline
- January 15, 2027 for Autumn entry
- Last source review
- 2026-10-14
Important verification note
Facts reflect official Stockholm University documentation reviewed 2026-10-14. Admissions, funding allocations, and eligibility thresholds are evaluated by the university.
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