What can I Study in Norway?

What can I study in Norway as an international student is a question that always comes to mind when you prepare to go Norway for higher study. Here you will find available degrees in Norway for international students.

Bachelor’s Degree:

The bachelor programmes provide students with a broad academic foundation as well as specialist knowledge combined with theoretical, applied and analytical skills. This degree programmes are offered by universities, university colleges and institutions with accredited programmes. Since the introduction of the 3+2+3 model, bachelor’s degree programmes are usually 3 years in length (180 ECTS). One exception to this is the 4-year bachelor’s degree in teaching offered at university colleges. This is also called as the first cycle of higher education.

Master’s Degree:

A master’s degree programme is usually a two-year course of studies (120 ECTS credits). The master programmes builds on academic specialization in the bachelor’s degree and includes independent work. It provides students with a broad academic foundation as well as specialist knowledge combined with theoretical, applied and analytical skills. To get admission into this, required a bachelor’s degree. This is also called as the second cycle of higher education.

PhD / Doctorate Degree:

The PhD degree is based on a master’s degree or equivalent qualification and is the highest academic degree in Norway. The study programme must be based on independent research conducted in cooperation with academic supervisors and other researchers, and it can be carried out within the framework of a researcher training programme. This is also called as the third cycle of higher education.