Seaside view of Stockholm during the day.

MCB in Stockholm, Sweden

Overview

The School of Molecular & Cellular Biology offers a spring semester exchange program at Stockholm University, a top-ranking public research institution in the capital of Sweden. Known for its excellent teaching, commitment to sustainability, and innovative research, University of Stockholm is a hub for scientific exploration.

This program is designed for MCB and Biochemistry students interested in research courses. Students choose an array of advanced courses in their major. Research traineeships provide students opportunity to conduct undergraduate research and receive credit towards their degree requirements. 

Location

University of Stockholm; Stockholm, Sweden

Housing information: SU Housing for International Student

Timing

Fall semester (September - December)

Spring semester (January – June)

Intended for third-year students (May be possible for fourth-year students)

 

Eligibility

Successful completion with C or better in following courses: MCB 150, MCB 250/251, MCB 252/253.

Successful completion of MCB 354 is strongly preferred.

GPA 3.0+

Minimum of one meeting each with MCB Study Abroad Advisor and LAS Study Abroad Advisor.
Laboratory bench with pipettes, eppendorf tubes, and centrifuge.

Research opportunities

Stockholm University is the leading research institution in Sweden, committed to sustainability and innovation. Research traineeships help students fulfill major requirements and connect to a network of international researchers. Students can expect to build their technical skills, deepen cultural competency, and grow as a collaborative scientist. 

Courses

Students take 16 U. of I. credit hours (30 Stockholm University units) of coursework in the semester. An MCB Study Abroad Advisor will help you select courses that fulfill advanced-level MCB and BIOC requirements. All science courses will be taught in English. Research Traineeships fulfill MCB and BIOC advanced lab requirements. Past courses popular with students are shown below.

University of Stockholm CourseIllinois Conversion
Research Traineeship in Biology/BiochemistryAdv lab course/BIOC 455
BL7045: MicrobiologyMCB 300
BL7043: Molecular PhysiologyMCB 4xx
KB8002: Advanced Methods in BiochemistryMCB 4xx
KB7000: Structures and Dynamics of Biological MembranesMCB 4xx

Deadline

Application deadline September 15 for the following spring and February 15 for the following fall.

Apply on the MyStudyAbroad website today. 

Contact us

For more information, call 217-300-6192 or email studyabroad@mcb.Illinois.edu.