gymnasieexamen

Gymnasieexamen is the formal certificate awarded in Sweden when a student completes the upper-secondary school system, known as gymnasieskolan. The diploma confirms completion of a national or municipal program, which can be either högskoleförberedande (university-preparatory) or yrkesprogram (vocational), and fulfillment of the required credits and qualifications. A central component is gymnasiearbete, a substantial independent project, along with mandatory courses in core subjects and elective courses to reach the program’s total poäng. Final grades for courses are listed on the diploma.

The diploma is issued by the school under the oversight of Skolverket, the Swedish National Agency for Education, which sets the curriculum and rules for gymnasieskolan. It serves as the main certificate of upper-secondary completion and is typically required for eligibility for higher education (högskolebehörighet) and for many jobs. The exact requirements vary by program, but all routes share the goal of validating the student’s knowledge and skills at the upper-secondary level.

In practice, the gymnasieexamen is a nationwide credential recognized by universities, employers, and other institutions across Sweden. It functions as the standard proof of completing upper-secondary education and as a basis for further study or employment opportunities within the country.