Internationalisation of first and second-cycle education

KI is working for increased internationalisation of the study programme with with the aim of improving the quality and diversity of the education and in order to prepare students for working in a global labour market. We offer tools, tips, support and other resources in order to facilitate internationalisation of education.

Who has the responsibility to drive internationalisation in education?
Photo: Stefan Zimmerman

Who has the responsibility to drive internationalisation in education?

Learn more about how KI is working for increased internationalisation of the study programmes. Jonas Sundbäck has been assigned by the committee to represent them in matters related to internationalisation.

Internationalisation at home – successful projects and lessons learned
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Internationalisation at home – successful projects and lessons learned

Seven innovative projects were granted funding by the Internationalisation Board in 2022 to integrate international and intercultural perspectives into education. An additional four projects were granted funding in 2024, and they are to be reported in June 2025. These projects are good examples of internationalisation at home. Details in Swedish.

International exchange for teachers and staff
Photo: Stefan Zimmerman Photo: Stefan Zimmerman

International exchange for teachers and staff

Teach in Kenya or work shadow in France? Attend a "Staff Week" at a European university? There are many opportunities for teachers and employees in our exchange programs.

Partner universities and agreements
Partner Universities

Partner universities and agreements

The Bachelor and Master's programmes at Karolinska Institutet have signed exchange agreements with partner universities across the world.

KI in strategic partnerships Erasmus+
KI President, Ole Peter Ottersen, welcomed our international guests by linking internationalisation of education to KI Strategy 2030. Photo: Karin Båge

KI in strategic partnerships Erasmus+

Strategic Partnerships are transnational projects designed to develop and share innovative practices. KI is participating in a number of projects.