Deferment of Commencement of Studies
Special grounds for granting a student deferment of the commencement of his or her studies may be social, medical, or other special circumstances, e.g. child care, military service, or corresponding civilian service, student union assignments, or postponed leave of absence in accordance with Swedish law (1974:981) on the right of employees to obtain leave of absence for further studies.
The length of deferment may not exceed 18 months unless there are particular reasons supporting a longer period of time. A decision on deferment may include the condition that the applicant must re-apply for the course or programme in question within a certain specified time before studies are due to begin (HSVFS 1999:1).
If circumstances arise that make it impossible for you to begin your studies despite your having accepted a place on a course or programme, you may apply for deferment of commencement of your studies.
If you have been granted deferment of commencement of your studies, a decision in writing will be sent to you as soon as your application has been processed. If your application is turned down, you may appeal against the decision (see section 21 – Appeals of Decisions, this document).
What You Must Do
Accept the place you have been offered before the deadline.
Submit an application for deferment of commencement of studies as soon as possible to Högskolan Dalarna, Antagningen, 791 88 Falun.
Application Form
Enclose documentation and certificates supporting the reasons for your application.
If your application is rejected, you may appeal against the decision by writing to the Board of Appeals for Higher Education (Överklagandenämnden för Högskolan ÖNH) (see section 22 – Appeals of Decisions, this document).
Deferment of the Beginning of Studies (Military Service)
Applications for deferment of the beginning of studies due to military service (or corresponding civilian service) are generally accepted.
What You Must Do
Apply for deferment of the beginning of studies at the same time as you apply for admission to the course or programme. Follow the instructions at universityadmissions.se until the first time the course or programme starts after you have completed your service.
Accept the place you have been offered before the deadline (your letter of admission will not state that deferment has been granted).
Re-apply for admission by the next application date and include a copy of the granted deferment.
