Sweden's efforts to internationalize higher education are chronicled, with particular reference to a number of target fields such as foreign languages, curricula, and international exchanges of students and faculty. Sweden may be unique in giving deliberate national priority to internationally-oriented educational policies. (MSE)

In examining the question of whether the goals of both equality and internationalization can be fulfilled in Swedish education, one needs to look not only at how different educational systems develop different structures but also at how the larger social structure affects the educational system. The authors begin by reviewing the social context of…

Studies effects of study abroad among 172 female and 217 male graduates in the United Kingdom, France, and the Federal Republic of Germany between 1980 and 1984. Finds study abroad expedites obtaining job interviews but was of little advantage in securing employment for either sex. Finds degree credential provides a competitive edge. (NL)

Discusses the goal of internationalization of Swedish higher education, necessary to train Swedish personnel who will be stationed outside the country and because of internationalization of Swedish society due to extensive immigration from other countries. Describes proposals and attitudinal objectives of an internationalizing commission and…