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Speaking Swedish like a native: the YLC guide

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Finding it hard to get to grips with the language? Want to be able to speak like a native? Check out YLC’s Amy Johansson’s top tips to get ahead in Swedish –  the non-SFI way! I knew I had started speaking really good Swedish when people stopped telling me that I spoke good Swedish and […]

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Courses and events for budding Stockholm entrepreneurs

Stockholm offers several different options for budding entrepreneurs seeking guidance!

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Education University

Applying to Swedish Universities: the lowdown

Interested in applying to a Swedish university? Want to know what your international study options are and what to expect in fees? Take a look at our basic guide to enrolling in university in Sweden.  The Swedish Council for Higher Education is the only agency responsible for admission to Swedish universities. It is through their two […]

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Alternative Education in Sweden

More and more we are seeing a rise in alternative schools, and the meaning of ‘education’ has become relative as there is no one way to educate. The world is quickly changing and schools need to adapt so that they can prepare the student – the individual – for the future. At the same time, some […]

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Education Swedish Language Courses

Learning Swedish: the options explained

Having researched the courses available and passed SFI, our guest contributor, Gemma, takes time from ‘svenska som andraspråk’ to give us the low-down on the choices available for learning Swedish.

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Education School

Stockholm’s international schools (age 5 & up)

When moving to a foreign country with kids, choosing which school they go to is a major consideration. International schools are often a great choice for parents who plan on staying for only a short term, for parents with specific language preferences or for parents who would like a different approach from the normal Swedish […]

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Courses taught in English during 2013

If you are new in town, want to meet other international people, or just learn a new skill or take a class, here’s a list of courses taught in English happening in early 2013. For an English speaker in Stockholm, it can be hard to build the perfect social group. A great place to meet […]

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Community Education Networking Swedish Language Courses

Language Exchange – STOCKHOLM

Want to put your Swedish skills to use in a fun social setting? Join Language Exchange – STOCKHOLM to practise your svenska and meet new people in a casual, friendly environment.   Here at Your Living City we are all too familiar with the process of learning Swedish and the variety of courses available in Stockholm. […]

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Courses in English Education

English Improv Class: New Classes 2013

Improvisation is a skill that helps build confidence and charisma; it’s an acting method that helps one be more accepting of the present moment. It’s also a whole lot of fun! Josh Lenn (of Lost in Translation fame) will be running a new season of his acclaimed improv classes for February 2013. The demand for these […]

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Education Preschool

Scholar Kids and Books: A Great Resource for Parents and Teachers

Our contributors on Your Living City are a wonderful well-informed set of people, who are passionate about what they do. A prime example of this is Sarit Grinberg. She is the founder of the fantastic children’s education website Scholar Kids, designed for anyone interested in children’s learning. You may also like Sarit’s other articles: Tips on […]

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