Overview

Key features

The scientific traditions from four disciplines are combined in the study plan of the Development Studies programme at Lund University: Sociology, Political Science, Human Geography and Economic History. 

Students enrolled in the Development Studies programme at Lund University get both a multi-disciplinary perspective on development studies and an opportunity to deepen their knowledge in any of these four subjects.

Career prospects

You will get both the theoretical knowledge and the practical skills needed for jobs in development sector. Upon graduation you can continue with Master’s and Doctoral studies; or pursue various positions within government agencies, private firms and NGOs.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

• Development in a Historical Perspective – Economic, Social and Political Transformation
• Development Policy in Practice

• Development Cooperation in Practice
• Research Methods in Development Contexts
• Field Work

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

GPA

3.0/5

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

TOEFL

90

Scholarships Information

Visa information

Student Visas for Sweden
Are you from Bangladesh? You might need a residence permit for studies…

Don’t worry, everything is under control. We’re here to make your search for the right international degree in Sweden a little easier and more enjoyable. While we’re working on that, you can get started on your own by:

• Check if you really need a residence permit.
  Since you’re from Bangladesh and planning full-time studies in Sweden, yes, you’ll need a residence permit for studies.
• Start exploring the official Swedish government website.
  The Swedish Migration Agency handles all residence permits for students. That’s where the latest and most reliable information lives. Bookmark it, read it carefully, and reread it.
• Check the deadlines.
  The application process can take several weeks or even months. Missing a step or delaying your application could mean missing the start of your semester. Not the kind of plot twist you want.
• Go on a paperwork treasure hunt.
  Passport?
  Letter of Admission from your Swedish university?
  Residence permit application form, proof of accommodation, bank statements, English proficiency test results, academic transcripts… yes, the list is long, and yes, you’ll need every single piece.
• Start saving up.
  You’ll need to show you can financially support yourself while studying in Sweden. That means proving you can cover tuition (if applicable), living expenses, travel, visa fees, and maybe even those fika breaks.
• Boost your English or Swedish skills.
  Even if you’ve already taken IELTS, TOEFL, or other tests—or plan to study in Swedish—strong language skills help with your studies, integration, and life in Sweden.

All in all, getting your Swedish residence permit might feel like a lot, but it’s one big step toward an even bigger adventure.

Thanks and good luck!

Work Permit

Find out all you need to know about work permit regulations for studying part-time (during studies) and full-time (after studies) in Sweden

Work while studying in Sweden
If you’re an international student, you may be allowed to work in Sweden, but there are specific rules depending on your residence permit.