Welcome to Sweden, Värmland, Karlstad and Arvika!
Karlstad University and Ingesund School of music are situated in Sweden and the county of Värmland - a place to live, work and thrive. Learn more about us!
Sweden is internationally recognised for it’s innovative and collaborative work culture. Here you can pursue both a fulfilling career and enjoy a rich personal life. Equality is at the heart of Swedish society and employees benefit from 25 days of vacation, over one year of parental leave and general healthcare system.
Working at Karlstad University
At Swedish universities academic freedom, collaboration and trust are central values. Karlstad University with Ingesund School of music is a government authority that is independent and ruled by national law for higher education. As all Swedish public organisations we ensure freedom of expression, public access to information and secrecy and strong anti-discrimination laws. English is widely spoken but you will also get the opportunity to learn Swedish which is the official authority language. As an employee, you become part of a work culture where leadership is based on trust, decision-making is decentralised and collaboration across disciplines is encouraged.
What you can expect:
- Regulated working hours and 25 days of vacation per year
- Strong employment protection through collective agreements
- An inclusive, international working environment
- Opportunities for professional development and academic mobility
- Read more about employment terms
- About the Kau culture
Relocating to Sweden
The process of moving to Sweden and Karlstad University involves a number of steps. Here you can find a summary of how to get started, useful contacts and much more.
The county of Värmland
Karlstad is the capital city of Värmland (population of 100 000) and Arvika (where Ingesund School of Music is situated, population 25 000) lies 80 km west of Karlstad. The county of Värmland is situated in the south middle of Sweden and is known for its rich culture of storytelling, music and arts as well as its wild nature. In the south, you will find the archipelago municipalities by the shores of Lake Vänern, with boating and an unbroken horizon. To the west lies the municipalities bordering Norway and the bustling Oslo region In the north, the vast forests spread out along with great mountains offering stunning views and popular ski resorts. In the center, you will find the beautiful valleys along the sparkling waters of Fryken and Klarälven. And to the east are the Värmland municipalities that are also part of the mineral-rich Bergslagen.
- Learn more about life in Värmland
- Learn more about Karlstad
- The city of Karlstad website
- The town of Arvika website
Dual career programme for partners from other countries
If you are staying for at least two years, a relocating partner can take part in the university's relocation programme. The programme is held digitally via our university-wide network Euraxess Sweden. Please note that Karlstad University cannot give any guarantees that this will lead to a job offer.