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Upskill courses

Stay ahead in a rapidly evolving digital and business landscape. Discover how our Upskill courses can shape your growth and drive meaningful change.

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CHOOSE YOUR PATH

We currently offer 7 Upskill courses which are cater for those currently working, but still looking into enhance their skills or change career focus.

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Sustainability Change Leadership

CSN APPROVED
ONLINE
PART-TIME

This course caters to professionals actively engaged in or aspiring to contribute to the journey towards a more sustainable society. It is meticulously designed to empower participants with the skills and knowledge needed to lead transformative initiatives within their organizations. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Integrate sustainability into business goals
  • Reflect on leadership in complexity and transformative change
  • Implement a change project in line with the sustainability strategy

START DATE

November 24, 2025

END DATE

May 8, 2026

Format

Part-time online

Commitment

22 Weeks

Applications opening soon.

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UX Design

CSN APPROVED
ONLINE
PART- TIME

A UX Designer needs a strong grasp of digitalization's societal impact to inform decisions for sustainable solutions. They should also excel in project leadership, documentation, and communication of interaction behaviors and design strategies.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Create user-centered, accessible design proposals with digital prototypes
  • Analyze human behavior to enhance design
  • Get equipped with evolving technology and industry trends through continuous learning

START DATE

October 13, 2025

END DATE

June 5, 2026

Format

Part-time online

Commitment

32 Weeks

Applications opening soon.

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Business Development

CSN APPROVED
ONLINE
PART- TIME

With Digitalization and Sustainability Focus. The Business Development Upskill course provides practical experience in creating, innovating, and running businesses. It fosters intrapreneurial courage to drive change in existing businesses and enhances leadership skills. 

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Challenge yourself to create solutions to real-world problems
  • Develop intrapreneurial skills for transforming existing businesses
  • Practical experience in business creation, management, and innovation

START DATE

November 24, 2025

END DATE

June 5, 2026

Format

Part-time online

Commitment

26 Weeks

Applications opening soon.

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Data Analytics

CSN APPROVED
ONLINE
PART- TIME

Understanding customer digital behaviors, habits, and preferences is crucial for creating innovative products and services. Are you ready to dive into the complex world of data and uncover its vast potential? Join our Data Analytics course and explore the essential question, what exactly is data, and how can we leverage it to drive business success?

LEARNING OUTCOMES

  • Use data visualization tools effectively
  • Communicate insights through compelling storytelling
  • Independently plan and execute data projects
  • Stay updated on industry shifts through ongoing learning

Start date

October 13, 2025

Format

Part-time online

End date

March 27, 2025

Commitment

22 Weeks

Applications opening soon.

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Sometimes it can be hard to navigate what you are looking for. I am here to help you find the course for you.

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UPCOMING ONLINE EVENTS

Are you interested in learning more about
Hyper Island Upskill Courses and the admissions process?

Events & Webinars

Thinking about studying at Hyper Island?
Here are the upcoming events we suggest you attend to gain a better understanding of our programs and courses.

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Loved by Lifelong learners

Discover what our lifelong learners have to say about Hyper Island Upskill courses through their own words.

May Rada Jutrakul

"When discussing the Sustainability Change Leadership course, I emphasize its goal to provide a foundational understanding of the work and complex systems. It equips learners with tools and approaches needed in various settings, fostering skills to lead with empathy, resilience, and understanding towards a sustainable future."

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(May) Rada Jutrakul

Program Manager @ Hyper Island
Maksimilian Kallhed - Upskill Alumnus and now Strategy and Innovation Consultant

"The Hyper Island Upskill course offers a brilliant opportunity to fast-track your career and enhance your existing skills. It seamlessly combines the power of teamwork, problem-solving, and the unique magic that Hyper Island brings. These courses are perfect recipe for personal and professional growth."

 

 

 

 

Maksimilian Kallhed

Strategy & Innovation Consultant

Moira Buzzolani - Alumna and now Founder @ MBUZZ Consulting & Coaching drawing on a whiteboard

"The Business Developer Upskill course embraces practical, interactive "learning by doing." Students from diverse backgrounds work on business cases or collaborate on innovative ideas, addressing real issues within their companies. The methodology profoundly impacts students' mindsets, empowering them to become real "change agents."

 

Moira Buzzolani

Founder @ MBUZZ Consulting & Coaching
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The application process

  • GOVERNMENT FUNDED SEAT
  • FEE PAYING SEAT
Find out if you qualify for Swedish government funded seat and learn about the required documentation needed for your application.
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To be eligible for a YH Swedish government-funded education, certain criteria must be met. For complete details, please refer to the information provided on this page: Eligibility requirements

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Swedish residents may also qualify for financial aid through CSN during their studies. For complete details, please refer to the information provided on this page: Eligibility requirements

For those applying from Norway, Denmark, Iceland, Finland and the Faroe Islands, you should contact your local education support provider.

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Please refer to each Upskill course webpage to learn more about the entry requirements.

What if I do not fulfil the standard entry requirements?

You are welcome to apply even if you don't fulfil our standard entry requirements, you can still be admitted through our Dispensary seat rule.

Please note that we do not accept any applications past the deadline.

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Select one of the modules from the course syllabus and design the ultimate workshop with this in mind.

In a 2 minute video, creative presentation, or voice recording, share the following:

The name of your workshop: Give your workshop a clear and engaging title.

The big idea or challenge it addresses: What is the key concept, problem, or question your workshop focuses on? Why is it important?

The proposed solution: Describe how your workshop tackles this challenge. What activities, tools, or strategies will you use to engage participants and help them explore or solve the issue?

Tips for your Task: Be authentic and showcase your personality! Use anything you wish, whether that be props, sound effects or storytelling whatever feels natural to you and keep it concise.

Need inspiration or ideas? Check out our Toolbox here.

Please note that if you are applying to more than one Upskill course, you can apply with the same application task and just make a note of this.

Evaluation of your application task:

Basics | 2 points: Submitting a task in English.

Communication | 2 points: Communicating the idea in a clear way & showed abilities to ‘catch the viewer’.

Presentation | 2 points: Interesting presentation with a clear ending.

Reflection | 2 points:  Providing in depth reflection and clearly demonstrating learning and personal growth.

Outlook | 2 points: Being able to reflect on the learnings and envisioning the future.

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You can expect to hear the admissions results about a month before the Upskill course start date. 

Find out if you should apply as a fee-paying student and learn about the required documentation needed for your application.
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If you don't qualify for a Swedish Government-funded seat, you are welcome to apply as a fee-paying student. There is no need to submit any proof of proficiency in Nordic languages. 

Check the entry requirements expand_more expand_less

Please refer to each Upskill course webpage to learn more about the entry requirements.

What if I do not fulfil the standard entry requirements?

You are welcome to apply even if you don't fulfil our standard entry requirements, you can still be admitted through our Dispensary seat rule.

Please note that we do not accept any applications past the deadline.

Learn more about your application task expand_more expand_less

Select one of the modules from the course syllabus and design the ultimate workshop with this in mind.

In a 2 minute video, creative presentation, or voice recording, share the following:

The name of your workshop: Give your workshop a clear and engaging title.

The big idea or challenge it addresses: What is the key concept, problem, or question your workshop focuses on? Why is it important?

The proposed solution: Describe how your workshop tackles this challenge. What activities, tools, or strategies will you use to engage participants and help them explore or solve the issue?

Tips for your Task: Be authentic and showcase your personality! Use anything you wish, whether that be props, sound effects or storytelling whatever feels natural to you and keep it concise.

Need inspiration or ideas? Check out our Toolbox here.

Please note that if you are applying to more than one Upskill course, you can apply with the same application task and just make a note of this.

Evaluation of your application task:

Basics | 2 points: Submitting a task in English.

Communication | 2 points: Communicating the idea in a clear way & showed abilities to ‘catch the viewer’.

Presentation | 2 points: Interesting presentation with a clear ending.

Reflection | 2 points:  Providing in depth reflection and clearly demonstrating learning and personal growth.

Outlook | 2 points: Being able to reflect on the learnings and envisioning the future.

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You can expect to hear the admissions results about a month before the Upskill course start date.

The Hyper Island Way

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LEARNING BY DOING

Build, create and experiment by creating opportunities to get hands on with the underpinnings of what’s driving change in business.

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FEEDBACK & DIALOGUE

Providing the essential communication techniques to realize inclusion and empathy for others through active listening, feedback and effective dialogue.

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GROUP DYNAMICS

Experiences rooted in the foundational tools, theory and models around group dynamics and team development such as IMGB (Integrated Model of Group Development).

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REFLECTION HABITS

Developing critical reflection habits for individuals and teams provides opportunity to amplify experience and outcomes.

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