Study Formats SFI

At our school, you can study SFI in several different ways. You can study during the day or in the evening, and if you are working, you may have the opportunity to study distance learning (online) or a flexible (Flexen) course. A temporary option is now also available for those on parental leave with children under 1.5 years old – SFI at the Open Preschool.

You cannot choose your own study schedule within a course, but there are study options adapted for those who work or are taking other studies.

Daytime

You study in the morning or afternoon, totalling 15 hours of teacher-led instruction per week. The schedule may vary, and you cannot choose your study hours yourself.

Evening Classes

Classes take place two evenings per week from 17:30 to 20:30.

Distance Learning (online)

SFI distance learning is for those who:

• Have studied Swedish before, but cannot attend classes in person.
• Are in Study Path 2 or 3.
• Are studying the end of course C or course D.
• Have basic computer skills.

You study from home using a computer, but you must attend one lesson per month at school. A laptop can be borrowed from the school.

Flexible (Flexen)

Flexen is a study option adapted to your personal situation and is available for those who:

• Are working (does not apply for internships).
• Are on parental leave.

Studies take place during the day and in the evening, and you study at least three hours per week. The schedule for studies may vary from week to week.

SFI at the Open Preschool

This study option is for you who are on parental leave and have a child under 1.5 years old. You study 6 hours per week, two mornings from 08.30 to 11.30, in connection with the open preschool at Boda or Norrby. You can bring your child to the lessons.

This is a temporary complement to help you continue your studies during your parental leave. All residents of Borås in the target group can apply, regardless of where in the municipality you live. When your child is old enough to start regular preschool, you will return to the standard SFI program of 15 hours per week.

Collaboration with Arena Utbildning

SFI collaborates with Arena Utbildning (Arena Education), and you may be placed either at Komvux or Arena Utbildning. You cannot choose where you will study.