AN EXCITING COUNTRY

Every year students arrive in Sweden from all around the world, for many different reasons. Meet Alice, Lu and Fernando and hear more about their experiences of studying in Sweden.
A new artistic impression

For Alice Van the chance to do something completely different took her to the School of Design and Crafts (HDK) in Gothenburg. The 26-year-old interior design graduate from Australia traveled half way around the world for the experience.

Alice attended Swinburne University in Melbourne, an exchange partner with HDK, which is how she found out about the chance to study in Sweden. The open master’s course she signed up for is intended for those with a design background, allowing students develop their existing skills and learn new ones. “I was fascinated by what other students were doing;” she says. “It ranged from graphic design and illustration to product design and ceramics.” Alice was able to delve into new spheres such as curating, stage design and photography.
“It’s a real bonus because it expands your field which gives you more opportunities,” she adds. “I had no problem adapting; I was actually having a lot of fun.”