Erasmus guide School of Business, Economics and Law
Courses, housing, visa, campus life and exchange basics for studying at School of Business, Economics and Law in Gothenburg, Sweden.
City
GothenburgCountry
SwedenInternational
International business, economics and law exchange cohort
Enrollment
Faculty-level business/law school within University of Gothenburg
Study abroad at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg): overview
Study abroad at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg) means choosing Triple-Crown accredited (AACSB, EQUIS, AMBA) Swedish business school within the University of Gothenburg: 4,500 students, 12 English-taught masters, central Vasagatan campus. In practice, the useful context is enrollment: Faculty-level business/law school within University of Gothenburg; international mix: International business, economics and law exchange cohort; academically it fits best around Business Administration, Economics, International Business and Trade, Law. The part to check without romanticising it: the fit is narrower: excellent for business or economics students, weaker if you need broad electives.
Enrollment
Faculty-level business/law school within University of Gothenburg
International Mix
International business, economics and law exchange cohort
Why students choose it
Best fit: students who want Business Administration, Economics, International Business and Trade, Law in Gothenburg, with a course list that genuinely matches their home degree. Do not choose it on reputation alone; watch this trade-off: the fit is narrower: excellent for business or economics students, weaker if you need broad electives.
Language of instruction: English (primary for exchange and master's programmes); Swedish for undergraduate courses
Exchange & application at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg)
The process normally starts with home-university nomination, then an online application, learning agreement and course selection. Check prerequisites and seat limits before you promise yourself specific courses.
✅Requirements
Check agreement requirements.
📨Nomination Process
Partner nomination required.
🧭Orientation Week
🗓️Deadlines by intake
| Intake | Nomination deadline | Application deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Autumn Or Full Year | Check partner portal for current deadlines | See exchange office application calendar |
Arrival Checklist
- Collect welcome packet from International Office
- Attend the mandatory orientation week
- Activate university network account
Academics & courses at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg)
Academic life is independent, reading-heavy and structured around clear assessment periods. Pick courses by level, language and study period, not only by attractive titles.
📝Course Registration
Course registration is completed online via the university student information system (e.g. USOSweb, UNIGRAZonline, SoleMOVE) after official admission.
🎓Credit System
ECTS (European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System) standard.
💯Grading System
Local national grading scale with corresponding ECTS grades provided on the final transcript of records.
✍️Exam Culture
Written exams, oral assessments, or continuous course assignments at the end of each semester.
📚Library Access
Libraries, study spaces and digital resources are included for enrolled students.
Tuition & fees at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg)
For exchange students, tuition is normally SEK 0; the real cost is rent, food, transport and insurance where relevant. For full degrees, always separate EU/EEA, non-EU/EEA and private-school rules such as SSE.
| Student Type | Amount | Note |
|---|---|---|
| EXCHANGE | SEK 0 tuition (completely free) | Tuition is completely free for exchange students at all Swedish public universities. Student union (kår) membership SEK 300–500/year optional — unlocks natio… |
| Full degree – EU/EEA | SEK 0 — FREE for EU/EEA | Sweden free for all EU/EEA students. GSBEL (part of U Gothenburg) — business, economics, law. Kår ~SEK 300/year. Non-EU pays SEK 95,000–160,000/year. |
| Full degree – non-EU | SEK 95,000–160,000/year | GSBEL non-EU: Business/Economics ~SEK 95,000–130,000, Law ~SEK 130,000–160,000/year (~€8,500–14,500). EU/EEA: free. Part of University of Gothenburg. Swedish… |
SEK 0 tuition (completely free)
Tuition is completely free for exchange students at all Swedish public universities. Student union (kår) membership SEK 300–500/year optional — unlocks natio…
SEK 0 — FREE for EU/EEA
Sweden free for all EU/EEA students. GSBEL (part of U Gothenburg) — business, economics, law. Kår ~SEK 300/year. Non-EU pays SEK 95,000–160,000/year.
SEK 95,000–160,000/year
GSBEL non-EU: Business/Economics ~SEK 95,000–130,000, Law ~SEK 130,000–160,000/year (~€8,500–14,500). EU/EEA: free. Part of University of Gothenburg. Swedish…
Fees change annually — verify current rates on the official exchange office page
Student housing at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg)
Housing shapes the whole semester. Use the official university route first and keep verified private backups, because late Swedish housing searches get expensive quickly.
Full housing guide
Find housing in Gothenburg
Official contacts, student residences, private platforms, tips & red flags.
Insurance & campus support at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg)
The international office, student union, library services and orientation support are useful from week one. Do not wait for a large problem before asking about courses, health or accommodation.
🛡️Mandatory Insurance
Yes. Valid health coverage is required for the exchange period.
🇪🇺EHIC Accepted
Yes
🏥Campus Clinic
Use university student health/wellbeing services first for local care routing, prevention, counselling, and referrals.
🧠Mental Health
Most universities route students through student health, wellbeing, or counselling services. Ask early, not only during exam stress.
European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) for basic coverage
Varies by status / nationality
Confirm exact plan eligibility with the host university International Office before arrival.
Private student health insurance plans compliant with national visa requirements
Varies by status / nationality
Confirm exact plan eligibility with the host university International Office before arrival.
Campus services
International Relations Office
Welcome Week, ESN Gothenburg, Handels International Office, BankID/personnummer support, free Swedish courses, alumni mentor programme.
Student Union
Advocacy, representation, local discount cards, and university sports coordination.
Student Portal (GSBE/GU)
Gothenburg School of Business student portal: study support, career services, and university-wide resources for enrolled GSBE students.
Student Services (Gothenburg)
University of Gothenburg-wide student services available to all GSBE students: libraries, health, career coaching, language support, and student unions.
Student life at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg)
Student life mixes Swedish independence with associations, union pubs, sport and city routines. Joining early matters because social life does not always happen spontaneously.
Student Clubs
- HHGS student union
- IntU, GSO, and school associations
- Career fairs, lunch lectures, case events, and University of Gothenburg student activities
Buddy Program
Use the School incoming-exchange page and HHGS/IntU activities for the first social layer after nomination.
Sports & Recreation
- University sports institute offering low-cost training, fitness courses, and ski/mountain excursions.
Your First 2 Weeks
- Read the official incoming-exchange or fact-sheet page before booking travel.
- Confirm course registration, campus location, and learning-agreement details with the host office.
- Join the official orientation, mentor, buddy, or student-union channels as soon as they open.
- Set up student account, card, transport pass, and housing follow-ups during the first week.
Key exchange dates at School of Business, Economics and Law (Handelshogskolan i Goteborg)
Swedish deadlines are strict: nomination, application, courses, housing and arrival steps connect fast. Put first- and second-semester dates in your calendar before booking flights.
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Pre-arrival
May - June for Autumn semester
Nomination validation and visa application processing
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Arrival & Orientation
September / February
Mandatory welcome sessions and first course adjustments
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3
Nomination window (Autumn intake)
April – May
Home university must formally nominate before host opens the application portal.
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4
Application window (Autumn intake)
May – June
Complete host university online application + learning agreement after nomination.
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5
Nomination & application (Spring intake)
October – November
Same flow as autumn but compressed; check with host international office.