University of Gothenburg: HDK-Valand – Academy of Art and Design

Type of agreement: Erasmus +
Level of studies: Master
Responsible: AHO, Institute of Design

Contacts

Host institution contacts: International Coordinator, +46 766-18 48 94, +46 31-786 48 94, international@hdk-valand.gu.se // Cecilia Eriksen-Wijk, cecilia.eriksen.wijk@hdk.gu.se, 031-786 4894, 0766-184894

Number of places available

1

Language

Language of instruction: English
Exchange applicants are not required to submit proof of their proficiency in English. They are however expected to have an adequate level of proficiency in English.

What courses can I take?

The titles and content of the courses for each semester may change from year to year.
Please note that HDK has two campuses; HDK in Gothenburg and HDK at Steneby in Dals Långed. Read the information carefully about different programmes and locations so you make sure you apply for the programme that suits you.
Read about the courses offered exchange students

What is the duration of the semester?

Autumn term: beginning of September - end of January
(exchange students sometimes have the possibility to end their studies in the end of December)
Spring term: end of January - beginning of June

Accommodation

The Welcome Services at the University of Gothenburg offers student rooms and apartments to exchange students within the Erasmus and Linnaeus Palme programmes, as well as to exchange students within the framework of a bilateral agreement.
Read more about accommodation

What does it cost? 

As an exchange student you pay only the AHO semester fee. 

Who can apply? 

Design students in their 6th or 7th semester at the time of application.

How to apply?

Apply for exchange studies through AHO by 1 February / 15 September through the application form found here
If you are nominated for exchange, submit your online application:
Read about the application procedure

The host institution application periods:

Autumn semester/full year: February 15 - April 1
Spring semester: September 1 - October 15

Further questions? 

Do not hesitate to contact international-office@aho.no