DU’s Defining Pillars: Flexibility and Applied Research
Dalarna University leverages its location and its history as a distance learning pioneer to offer a unique, flexible educational environment.
Global Leader in Flexible Education and Key Research
DU is nationally recognized for its approach to learning and its focused research centers.
- Pioneer in Distance Learning: DU is a leader in web-based education in Sweden, offering many programs with high flexibility, allowing students to study from anywhere or through blended learning models.
- Dual Campus Structure: The university operates two modern campuses: Campus Falun (focusing on Health, Welfare, and Humanities) and Campus Borlänge (focusing on Information & Engineering, and Business & Economics). The campuses are easily connected by a short train or bus ride.
- Research Focus: Key research areas include Resource-Efficient Built Environments (e.g., Solar Energy Engineering), Data Analytics, and Health and Welfare with Focus on Evidence-Based Practice.
Academic Excellence and English-Taught Specialisms
DU offers a range of high-demand programs at the Master’s level, often with specialized focuses.
- Engineering and IT: Master’s programs like Solar Energy Engineering, Energy Efficient Built Environment, and Data Science reflect the university’s technical expertise.
- Business and Management: Programs such as Business Intelligence and Business Studies with an International Focus are highly popular.
- Social and Intercultural Studies: DU also offers unique programs like the Master’s Programme in Democracy, Citizenship and Change and Applied English Linguistics.
The DU Campuses: Falun and Borlänge
The two campuses provide a supportive environment surrounded by nature, historical sites, and strong regional industry.
- Campus Borlänge: Houses the School of Information and Engineering and is known for its central location and modern, purpose-built facilities for active learning and collaboration with industry partners.
- Campus Falun: Located in the administrative capital, this campus is close to a national arena for sports and focuses on Health and Welfare.
- Quality of Life: The Dalarna region is known for its natural beauty, culture (e.g., the Vasaloppet ski race), and a relatively affordable cost of living compared to Sweden’s largest cities.
Global Maestro’s Application Support: Your Flexible Learning Strategy
Gaining entry to DU requires successfully navigating the Swedish central application process and meeting English proficiency requirements. Global Maestro is your expert partner.
Scholarship Strategy: We advise on maximizing your chance to secure the Dalarna University Scholarship (a tuition fee waiver for Master’s students based on academic merit), and the Choose Dalarna First Scholarship (a small amount deducted from the first tuition fee installment for top-ranked applicants).ustainable tourism. Start your application to Mid Sweden University with the strategic guidance of Global Maestro.
Centralized Application Process: We guide you through the mandatory application via UniversityAdmissions.se, ensuring correct submission of all academic and English proficiency documents.
English Proficiency: The standard requirement is generally English 6, which is equivalent to:
- IELTS (Academic): 6.5 overall (no section below 5.5).
- TOEFL iBT: 90 overall (with a minimum of 20 on the written part).
Ready to gain specialized expertise in Energy, IT, or Sustainable Business with flexible study options? Secure your future with a modern, high-quality Swedish degree. Start your application to Dalarna University with the strategic guidance of Global Maestro.
