Program Overview

Introduction to Technology, Work and Health

The master's programme in Technology, Work and Health is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between technology, work, and health. This programme is ideal for students who wish to pursue a career in fields such as occupational health, safety management, and human factors engineering.

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the master's programme in Technology, Work and Health, students must meet the following admission requirements:

• Academic qualifications from an internationally recognised university equivalent to a Swedish bachelor's degree.
• English proficiency equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6.
• A bachelor's degree, corresponding to at least 180 ECTS credits, in technical, natural or medical sciences or in human resource studies.

Bachelor's Degree

Academic qualifications from an internationally recognised university equivalent to a Swedish bachelor's degree. Students can meet the requirement if they are in the final year of their bachelor's studies.

English Proficiency

English proficiency equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. This requirement can be met with an English test, such as an overall IELTS score of 6.5 or a TOEFL score of 90, or through completed upper secondary or university studies.

Specific Requirements for Technology, Work and Health

A bachelor's degree, corresponding to at least 180 ECTS credits, in technical, natural or medical sciences or in human resource studies.

Application Documents

Students need to submit the following documents:

• Degree certificates: Official certificates of completed degrees.
• Transcript: Official transcript of courses and grades completed in the degree.
• Proof of English proficiency: Depending on whether the requirement is met through a test or previous studies.
• Identification: A copy of passport with personal data and photograph, or other identification document.
• Letter of motivation: Explains why the student has chosen this programme, what they hope to gain from it, and how their interests and skills will help them succeed in their studies.
• Summary sheet: Available via the link when the application opens.

Selection Criteria

The selection is based on the following criteria:

• Study results from previous education
• University ranking where the undergraduate degree has been issued
• Results in courses relevant to the programme
• Personal letter including motivation for selecting the programme

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate for the master's programme in Technology, Work and Health for 2025 was 75%. 83 students were admitted out of the 111 applicants who met the admission requirements.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Students who entirely or partially lack a formal requirement for a course or programme but believe they have the necessary knowledge to meet the requirement can apply for recognition of prior learning.

Programme Overview

The MSc Technology, Work and Health programme provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the interplay between technology, work, and health. The programme covers various aspects, including:

• Introduction to the programme
• Courses
• Entry requirements
• Fees and scholarships

Fees and Scholarships

Information regarding fees and scholarships is available, but details are not provided in the input context.

Conclusion

The master's programme in Technology, Work and Health at KTH Royal Institute of Technology is a comprehensive programme that provides students with a deep understanding of the relationships between technology, work, and health. With its rigorous admission requirements, diverse curriculum, and strong industry connections, this programme is ideal for students who wish to pursue a career in occupational health, safety management, and human factors engineering.