Högskolan Dalarna launches Sweden's first higher education program in assistive technology. Applications open on March 16 and close April 15. The program combines humans, technology, and innovation to enhance independence and quality of life.
Högskolan Dalarna in Borlänge introduces Sweden's first program in assistive technology. The application period runs from March 16 to April 15. Program manager Johan Borg describes it as “an education for those interested in technology that has concrete significance for people's independence and quality of life” (SVT Nyheter Dalarna, March 16, 2026). Dalarna has Sweden's oldest population, and the need for technical competence in healthcare is growing due to an aging population, staff shortages, increased accessibility demands, and digitalization of homes and care environments. Examples of assistive technology include feeding robots and communication aids. After graduation, students can work as product developers, designers, product managers, usability specialists, accessibility specialists, consultants, or start their own businesses. The region's Hjälpmedelscenter in Falun, with a 4000 square meter facility, is highlighted as a potential future workplace. The job market shows increasing demand for such expertise, according to Högskolan i Dalarna.
