🇳🇴 Studying in Norway

Norwegian; English-taught bachelor programmes are rare (the University of Oslo has one)

💶 Tuition

Since 2023 non-EU/EEA students pay a fee set by each institution; 2026/27 per year: NTNU ≈ NOK 176–206k, UiB 197–226k, UiO master's 204–295k, OsloMet 67–95k; medicine at NTNU ≈ NOK 529k; free for EU/EEA

In the national language: €5.3k–19.7k/yr
In English: €5.3k–19k/yr

Living costs: €14.8k/yr — UDI: NOK 170,368 for the 2026/27 academic year (≈NOK 15,488/month)

🗣️ Language of teaching

Norwegian; a handful of English-taught programmes.

Language requirements: Norwegian-taught: Norwegian/Scandinavian ≈B2 (Norskprøven, Bergenstest). English-taught: test required, HK-dir minimum IELTS 5.0, universities often 6.0–6.5

📝 How to apply

Apply via Samordna opptak or the institution. Under HK-dir GSU rules a Russian certificate needs one extra year of university plus an English test (IELTS 5.0+, often more); Norwegian for Norwegian-taught.

🎓 Preparatory year

INN: Norwegian Language and Culture, 2 years, NOK 60,850 total (2027/28); Norwegian for study, does not replace the GSU extra university year — ≈ 24 months, €5.3k

🏅 Scholarships

BI Bachelor International Scholarship — BI: 50% of tuition for up to 3 years on BBA, Data Science for Business, Digital Business; merit-based, deadline 1 March

🏛️ Universities by subject

Computer Science & IT

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: 🤖 Machine Learning Engineer, 🧠 AI Engineer (LLM & Agents), 🛡️ Cybersecurity Engineer, 🏭 OT / Industrial Control Systems Security Specialist

Mathematics & Statistics

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: 🤖 Machine Learning Engineer, 🤖 Health data scientist / medical AI engineer, 🕵️ Fraud Analyst, 👁️ Computer Vision Engineer

Physics & Astronomy

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: ☢️ Nuclear Engineer, 🔬 Microelectronics Engineer (Chip Design & Fabrication), ☢️ Medical physicist, ☢️ Nuclear Reactor Operator

Chemistry

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: ⚗️ Drug discovery scientist (pharmacologist), ⚗️ Research Chemist, 🧪 Biochemist, 🏭 Food Technologist

Biological Sciences

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
UiT The Arctic University of Norway Tromsø
Bachelors mostly in Norwegian; very few in English; Russian certificate + 1 year of university *

Careers: 🧬 Geneticist, ✂️ Genome Editing Scientist, 🧠 Neuroscientist, 🌱 Plant Breeder

Earth & Marine Sciences

University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
UiT The Arctic University of Norway Tromsø
Bachelors mostly in Norwegian; very few in English; Russian certificate + 1 year of university *

Careers: ⛏️ Exploration Geologist, 🐧 Polar Researcher, 💧 Hydrogeologist, ⛰️ Geotechnical Engineer

Environmental Sciences

Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) Ås · €7k/yr
One English bachelor — International Environment and Development Studies, NOK 80,000/yr (2027/28); veterinary in Norwegian, 275,000
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: ♻️ Waste & Circular Economy Specialist, 🚰 Water and Wastewater Treatment Engineer, 💧 Hydrogeologist, 🚰 Water and Wastewater Engineer

Agriculture & Forestry

Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) Ås · €7k/yr
One English bachelor — International Environment and Development Studies, NOK 80,000/yr (2027/28); veterinary in Norwegian, 275,000
Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences Evenstad / Hamar (Blæstad) · €5.3k–7.9k/yr
2027/28: NOK 60,850/yr (humanities, economics), 91,200 (science, tech, arts); English — animation, games

Careers: 🚁 Agricultural Drone Operator / Precision Ag Technician, 🌱 Plant Breeder, 🛰️ Precision Agriculture Specialist, 💉 Veterinary Nurse / Vet Tech

Veterinary Science

Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) Ås · €7k/yr
One English bachelor — International Environment and Development Studies, NOK 80,000/yr (2027/28); veterinary in Norwegian, 275,000

Careers: 🐾 Veterinarian / Veterinary Surgeon, 💉 Veterinary Nurse / Vet Tech, 🐄 Livestock Specialist / Animal Scientist, 🐟 Fish Health Veterinarian

Medicine

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: ❤️ Cardiothoracic Surgeon, 🧊 Transplant Surgeon, 🎯 Interventional Radiologist / Interventional Cardiologist, 👵 Geriatrician

Nursing & Midwifery

Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) Oslo · €5.8k–8.3k/yr
Non-EU fee NOK 67–95k/yr; nursing, teaching etc. in Norwegian (B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
VID Specialized University Oslo
Nursing in Norwegian (B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university *
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences Bergen · €11.3k–22.6k/yr
Fee by category: F NOK 130,000 – C 260,000/yr (up to 500,000 for A); nursing in Norwegian

Careers: 💊 Nurse, 🌷 Palliative Care Worker (Hospice), 🧤 Scrub Nurse (Theatre Nurse), 💉 Anaesthetic Nurse / Nurse Anesthetist

Dentistry

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
UiT The Arctic University of Norway Tromsø
Bachelors mostly in Norwegian; very few in English; Russian certificate + 1 year of university *

Careers: 🦷 Dentist, 🗿 Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, 🦷 Dental Hygienist, 😁 Orthodontist

Pharmacy

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
UiT The Arctic University of Norway Tromsø
Bachelors mostly in Norwegian; very few in English; Russian certificate + 1 year of university *

Careers: ⚗️ Drug discovery scientist (pharmacologist), 🦠 Microbiologist / Virologist, 📋 Clinical research associate, ⚕️ Pharmacist

Allied Health

Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) Oslo · €5.8k–8.3k/yr
Non-EU fee NOK 67–95k/yr; nursing, teaching etc. in Norwegian (B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences Bergen · €11.3k–22.6k/yr
Fee by category: F NOK 130,000 – C 260,000/yr (up to 500,000 for A); nursing in Norwegian
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🦿 Physiotherapist / physical therapist, 🖐️ Occupational therapist, 🦾 Prosthetist and orthotist, 🤲 Osteopath

Psychology

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🧩 Psychiatrist, 🛋️ Psychotherapist, 🧠 Neuroscientist, 🧠 Clinical psychologist

Mechanical & Aerospace Engineering

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of South-Eastern Norway Kongsberg / Porsgrunn
Engineering bachelors in Norwegian (maths R2, physics 1); very few in English *
Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) Oslo · €5.8k–8.3k/yr
Non-EU fee NOK 67–95k/yr; nursing, teaching etc. in Norwegian (B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: 🛸 Drone (UAV) Engineer, ☢️ Nuclear Engineer, 🎛️ Controls & Automation Engineer, 🤖 Robotics Engineer

Electrical & Electronic Engineering

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of South-Eastern Norway Porsgrunn / Horten
Engineering bachelors in Norwegian (maths R2, physics 1); very few in English *

Careers: 🛸 Drone (UAV) Engineer, 🔌 Circuit Design Engineer, 🎛️ Controls & Automation Engineer, 🤖 Robotics Engineer

Civil Engineering

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Stavanger Stavanger
Engineering and petroleum bachelors in Norwegian; English mostly at master's level *
Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) Ås · €7k/yr
One English bachelor — International Environment and Development Studies, NOK 80,000/yr (2027/28); veterinary in Norwegian, 275,000

Careers: 👷 Site Manager / Construction Foreman, 🌉 Bridge Engineer, 🎖️ Military Engineer (Combat Engineer Officer), 🛣️ Highway Engineer

Chemical Engineering

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of South-Eastern Norway Porsgrunn
Engineering bachelors in Norwegian (maths R2, physics 1); very few in English *

Careers: 🔋 Energy Storage Engineer (Batteries & Hydrogen), ✂️ Genome Editing Scientist, 🧫 Biotechnologist / Bioprocess Scientist, 🧫 Synthetic Biologist

Materials Science

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: 🧱 Materials Engineer, 🧪 Polymer Process Engineer, 🏭 Welding Engineer, 🔬 Nanotechnology Researcher

Mining & Petroleum Engineering

Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
University of Stavanger Stavanger
Engineering and petroleum bachelors in Norwegian; English mostly at master's level *

Careers: ⛏️ Exploration Geologist, ⛑️ Mine Rescue Specialist, 🛢️ Petroleum Engineer, ⛰️ Mining Engineer

Architecture

Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) Oslo
Architecture/design: creative selection; early years mostly in Norwegian *
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
Bergen School of Architecture Bergen
Small private architecture school, creative selection; some teaching in English *

Careers: 👷 Site Manager / Construction Foreman, 💡 Architectural Lighting Designer, 🔥 Heating and Energy Systems Engineer, 🔍 Clerk of Works / Construction Inspector

Art & Design

Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO) Oslo
Portfolio/audition selection; bachelors mostly in Norwegian *
University of Bergen – Faculty of Fine Art, Music and Design Bergen
Portfolio selection; bachelors mostly in Norwegian, some in English *
Oslo School of Architecture and Design (AHO) Oslo
Architecture/design: creative selection; early years mostly in Norwegian *

Careers: 🪑 Industrial / Product Designer, 🖼️ Art Conservator / Restorer, 🪑 Furniture Restorer / Conservator, 🖍️ Art Teacher

Music

Norwegian Academy of Music Oslo
Audition; bachelors in Norwegian *
Grieg Academy (University of Bergen) Bergen
Audition; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university *
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🎼 Music Teacher, 🎹 Instrumental Music Teacher, 🎙️ Musical Theatre Performer, 🪕 Folk Ensemble Director

Drama & Dance

Oslo National Academy of the Arts (KHiO) Oslo
Portfolio/audition selection; bachelors mostly in Norwegian *
Norwegian Theatre Academy (Østfold University College) Fredrikstad
Acting and scenography taught in English; multi-stage auditions *

Careers: 💃 Choreographer, 🎭 Hair, Makeup & Prosthetics Artist, 🗿 Prop Maker, 🎙️ Musical Theatre Performer

Film & Animation

Norwegian Film School (Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences) Lillehammer
Film bachelors in Norwegian, creative competition *
Kristiania University of Applied Sciences (Westerdals) Oslo
Private: some bachelors in English; fees for everyone; Russian certificate + 1 year of university *
Volda University College Volda
Media and film in Norwegian (B2), creative selection *

Careers: 🎞️ Film Producer, 🎬 Game Producer, 🎥 Film Director, 📹 Cinematographer / Director of Photography

Media & Journalism

Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) Oslo · €5.8k–8.3k/yr
Non-EU fee NOK 67–95k/yr; nursing, teaching etc. in Norwegian (B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Volda University College Volda
Media and film in Norwegian (B2), creative selection *
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: 🎖️ War Correspondent, 📣 Investor Relations Manager, 📽️ Video Producer, 🎙️ Government Press Officer / Spokesperson

Languages & Translation

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🔤 Computational Linguist / NLP Specialist, 🗣️ Speech and language therapist, 🔤 Russian as a Foreign Language Teacher, 🏮 Asian and Middle Eastern Studies Specialist

Literature

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🔤 Russian as a Foreign Language Teacher, 📚 English, Literature or History Teacher, 📖 Narrative Designer, 📝 Screenwriter

History & Archaeology

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🎖️ Army Officer, 🪑 Furniture Restorer / Conservator, 🏛️ Conservation Architect, 📚 English, Literature or History Teacher

Philosophy & Theology

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
MF Norwegian School of Theology, Religion and Society Oslo
Bachelors mostly in Norwegian; very few in English *

Careers: 🤔 Philosopher, 🕍 Religious Studies Scholar

Sociology & Social Work

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) Oslo · €5.8k–8.3k/yr
Non-EU fee NOK 67–95k/yr; nursing, teaching etc. in Norwegian (B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: 🌷 Palliative Care Worker (Hospice), 🔗 Addiction counsellor, 🕵️ Police Detective, 👨‍👩‍👧 Couples and family therapist

Politics & IR

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🎖️ Army Officer, 🤝 Public Affairs / Government Relations Specialist, 🖥️ Government Digital Transformation Specialist, 🕵️ OSINT Analyst (Open-Source Intelligence)

Law

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
UiT The Arctic University of Norway Tromsø
Bachelors mostly in Norwegian; very few in English; Russian certificate + 1 year of university *

Careers: 🤖 Legal Technologist / Legal Engineer, 🤝 Public Affairs / Government Relations Specialist, 🔍 Digital Forensics Investigator, 🛂 Border Guard / Border Force Officer

Economics

Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) Bergen · €12.3k/yr
Bachelor in Norwegian (B2), NOK 142,000/yr for 2026/27 cohort; Russian certificate + 1 year of university, maths R1
University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
BI Norwegian Business School Oslo · €12k/yr
English BBA, Data Science, Digital Business: NOK 138,400/yr for non-EU (2026/27); 50% scholarship

Careers: 👔 Chief Executive Officer (CEO), 🏛️ Banking Supervisor (Financial Regulator), 🏷️ Pricing Manager, 🦄 Venture Capital Analyst / Investor

Business & Management

Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) Bergen · €12.3k/yr
Bachelor in Norwegian (B2), NOK 142,000/yr for 2026/27 cohort; Russian certificate + 1 year of university, maths R1
BI Norwegian Business School Oslo · €12k/yr
English BBA, Data Science, Digital Business: NOK 138,400/yr for non-EU (2026/27); 50% scholarship
NTNU Business School Trondheim · €15.3k/yr
Business in Norwegian; NTNU category 1 — NOK 176,300/yr; Russian certificate + 1 year of university

Careers: 👔 Chief Executive Officer (CEO), 💰 Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 🎯 Product Manager, 🏥 Hospital Chief Executive / Healthcare Manager

Accounting & Finance

Norwegian School of Economics (NHH) Bergen · €12.3k/yr
Bachelor in Norwegian (B2), NOK 142,000/yr for 2026/27 cohort; Russian certificate + 1 year of university, maths R1
BI Norwegian Business School Oslo · €12k/yr
English BBA, Data Science, Digital Business: NOK 138,400/yr for non-EU (2026/27); 50% scholarship

Careers: 💰 Chief Financial Officer (CFO), 🧬 Fintech Engineer / Quant Developer, 🏛️ Banking Supervisor (Financial Regulator), 🛡️ Risk Manager

Education

Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) Oslo · €5.8k–8.3k/yr
Non-EU fee NOK 67–95k/yr; nursing, teaching etc. in Norwegian (B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences Bergen · €11.3k–22.6k/yr
Fee by category: F NOK 130,000 – C 260,000/yr (up to 500,000 for A); nursing in Norwegian

Careers: 🤝 Special Education Teacher (SEN), 🛠️ Further Education (FE) Lecturer / Vocational Instructor, 🔨 Design & Technology Teacher, 📐 Maths, Physics or Computing Teacher

Sport Science

Norwegian School of Sport Sciences Oslo
Bachelors in Norwegian (B2), physical tests for some *
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Trondheim · €15.3k–17.9k/yr
2026/27: NOK 176,300–205,600/yr, medicine 528,650; bachelors in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university; no scholarships

Careers: 🦿 Physiotherapist / physical therapist, 🏅 Sports medicine doctor, 🏄 Adventure Sports Instructor, 🏔️ Mountain Guide / Trekking Leader

Hospitality & Tourism

University of Stavanger – Norwegian School of Hotel Management Stavanger
Hospitality bachelors mostly in Norwegian; very few in English *
UiT The Arctic University of Norway (Department of Tourism and Northern Studies) Alta
Tourism bachelor in Norwegian; English at master's level *

Careers: 🏄 Adventure Sports Instructor, 🏔️ Mountain Guide / Trekking Leader, 🏡 Farm Stay Host (Agritourism), 👨‍🍳 Head Chef

Geography & Planning

University of Oslo Oslo · €19k/yr
One English bachelor — Technology Systems (NOK 218,000/yr, 2027/28); others in Norwegian; Russian certificate + 1 year of university
University of Bergen Bergen · €17.1k–19.7k/yr
2026/27: NOK 197–226k/yr; bachelors in Norwegian (Norwegian B2); Russian certificate + 1 year of university
Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) Ås · €7k/yr
One English bachelor — International Environment and Development Studies, NOK 80,000/yr (2027/28); veterinary in Norwegian, 275,000

Careers: 🏙️ Urban Planner, 🌍 Satellite Imagery Analyst (Remote Sensing), ⛏️ Mine Surveyor, 🏙️ City Manager / Local Government Manager

Aviation & Maritime

UiT The Arctic University of Norway (Tromsø School of Aviation) Tromsø / Bardufoss
Pilot bachelor in Norwegian; flight selection, Class 1 medical *
Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) – Ålesund (nautical science) Ålesund · €17.9k/yr
Nautical science in Norwegian; NTNU category 2 — NOK 205,600/yr; seafarer medical
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (nautical science) Haugesund
Nautikk in Norwegian (4 years with sea practice), seafarer medical; check fee category *

Careers: 🔧 Aircraft Maintenance Engineer, ⚓ Naval Officer / Submariner, 🛫 Airline Pilot, 🚢 Ship's Captain / Deck Officer

Sources: studyinnorway.no, udi.no, uio.no, hkdir.no, ntnu.edu, regjeringen.no

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