SPAIN | Internship: At work | Dress code and manners
In Sweden, students and teachers tend to treat each other rather informally at the University. The informal attitude also applies to other social contacts in the Swedish society and is, of course, related to the Swedish view on equality and democracy. We often address each other with Du, you in an informal sense, without using Sir/Mr/Mrs. There is no need to address your teacher Sir/Mrs or his/her last name. Both students and teachers like to consider one another as equals. This, however, does not imply that the teachers will expect anything but your best performance in classes and examinations. You are also encouraged to ask questions both in and outside the classroom. In Sweden a trainee can call their manager by his/her first name.
You need not hesitate to ask a question about things you do not understand or comment on things you disagree with.