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Norway offers a unique student experience and Norwegian institutions of higher education welcome applications sent by qualified students from all over the world. Internationalisation is a priority within all sectors of the Norwegian education system. Universities and university colleges are constantly working to facilitate for international students.
Here are eight reasons why you should study in Norway:
With a wide range of high quality courses and great flexibility, Norwegian institutions prove to be an ideal study destination. From vocational subjects to postgraduate level there are plenty of opportunities for both exchange students and degree seeking students to fulfil their ambitions.
You will also benefit from the informal atmosphere at Norwegian universities and university colleges, where teachers are easily approachable and classes often takes place in small groups. In many cases the students can benefit from taking part in exciting research projects coordinated by the professors.
The «open-door» policy of professors, teachers and administrative staff at Norwegian institutions is well known. They are both available and approachable for the students in order to arrange for maximum learning outcome for their students.
At graduate level the students are expected and encouraged to question both the professors' teaching and existing theories within their learning field. Critical thinking and the ability to approach a problem in different ways are valued skills in the Norwegian «classroom».
This learning tradition might be unfamiliar to some international students, but is something that often is highlighted as an important asset to the Norwegian education. This is often referred to by many students as one of their best experiences when looking back at the time as a student in Norway.
In most cases the Master's programmes offered at Norwegian institutions go over 2 years. This allows students to work on their thesis for a whole year, which means that the students get the chance to go deeper into their field of study.
A number of degree programmes and courses are taught in English. Non-native English speaking students will see that their English skills improve during their studies in Norway, while native English speaking students will not get bored. A high level of English proficiency in the society in general makes it easy to both study and live in Norway.
The majority of Norwegian higher education institutions are publicly funded and owned. The Norwegian government considers access to top quality higher education for all to be an important part of the Norwegian society and grant the higher education sector large resources. Thus, in the case of most universities, international students don't pay tuition fees when studying.
Make sure to check with the university if they require tuition fees before applying. You should also take into consideration that Norway is a high-cost country and international students should expect to provide a certain level of subsistence to cover their living expenses.
Norway is a modern society. Equality is a value deeply rooted in the Norwegian society and is rooted in both legislation and tradition. On campus students benefit from high technological standards and services, modern facilities and equipment, as well as innovative teaching. Norway is also seen as a safe society – you can feel secure almost wherever you are.
In our northern corner of the world you can combine your studies with exciting outdoor activities, both winter and summer. You can see the Aurora Borealis ("Northern lights"), experience the midnight sun, fjords and mountains.
Challenge yourself with skiing, white water rafting or mountain climbing. Or simply enjoy the fresh air, clean water and lots and lots of space. As a student in Norway you will never be short of possibilities for unique nature experiences.
Let's take a closer look at tuition and living expenses in Norway:
In terms of tuition fees, Norway is the perfect study destination. Public universities don't charge any tuition fees to international students, regardless of their nationality. Students only need to cover the student union fee, which is around 30–60 EUR per semester.
Things are different at private universities, where tuition ranges between 7,000–19,000 EUR per academic year.
On average, international students need between 800 and 1,400 EUR to cover their monthly living costs in Norway. Cities like Oslo or Bergen are the most expensive.
Here's a breakdown of living expenses in Norway:
social events and entertainment: 50–120 EUR/month
Norway is a constitutional monarchy located in Northern Europe with borders to Sweden, Finland and Russia. Norway is one of the three Scandinavian countries. With a population of just over 5 million people Norway is not among the most crowded places on the planet. We very much enjoy the space and our diverse nature, and visitors are often astonished by Norwegians' active way of life. So don't be surprised if your Norwegian friends insist on going hiking, even if the weather maybe is more suitable for staying indoors in your opinion.
Explore the unknown and challenge your own limits - the people of Norway has never been afraid of going their own ways. A thousand years ago the Vikings sailed their ships south to the Mediterranean, east to the Black Sea and all the way west to Greenland, and many historians claim they even made it to New Foundland in North America. Today, Norway is a modern country where our explorative mindset is geared towards technology, innovation and developing a knowledge-based society.
Thriving at the top of Europe
Norway is a European country even though we are not part of the European Union (EU). Through the EEA-agreement we are fully integrated with the large European community with regards to everything from trade and economy to education and research. And as a participant in the Schengen agreement travel to and from Norway is easy for people with legal residency in another Schengen country. For years the United Nations (UN) has ranked Norway as having the highest standard of living in the world. This annual ranking is based largely on average levels of education and income, combined with expected length of lifetime, but also factors like human rights and cultural freedom. Norway scores well for its high literacy rate in addition to educational levels and material wealth.
Cold country? Warm people!
Admittedly Norway is not among the warmest of countries, but in the summertime we do enjoy periods with warm weather, and due to the Gulf Stream the coastal areas are rather mild in the winter time. Nevertheless, you should bring warm clothing when visiting Norway!
Norwegians have a reputation of being somewhat introvert and difficult to get to know. But this should just be perceived as a first impression misunderstanding. Norwegians are generally both welcoming and open-minded towards foreigners. If we don't take the first step, don't be afraid to approach us for a conversation. We have a direct way of communicating and often give our opinions straight.
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