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    Planning to apply to University of Bergen? Admission 2026-27 are now open. Check out this space for admission requirements.

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    University of Bergen Admissions 2026

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    University of Bergen Admission Process 2026

    University of Bergen M.A. Admission 2026

    12 courses 2 years
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    17.9L - 35.6L

    iconEligibility Criteria

    • Accepting Exams: IELTS, TOEFL, PTE







    How to apply to University of Bergen?

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    University of Bergen Admissions 2024 FAQs

    Q:   How much does the University of Bergen cost for international students?
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    The tuition fees for the courses at the University of Bergen vary from course to course. Check the University of Bergen international students fees from the table given below:

    Courses

    1st Year Tuition Fees

    MS (4 courses)

    INR 14 L - 20 L

    MA (12 courses)

    INR 14 L - 29 L

    Cost of Living       

    Note that the University of Bergen does not offer any scholarships and international students in Norway require sufficient funds to cover the living expenses. An estimate of the average student budget in Norway is about NOK 12,537 per month (Around INR 99,000). The approximation of common student costs is given below:

    Particulars

    Expenses

    Student Housing

    NOK 3,000 – NOK 5,000 (Around INR 24,000 - INR 40,000)

    Public transportation card for students

    NOK 455 (Around INR 3,600)

    Textbooks (one semester)

    NOK 1600 – NOK 3,800 (Around INR 13,000 - INR 30,000)

    Dinner (student cafeteria)

    NOK 55 - NOK 150 (Around INR 400 - INR 2,000)

    Dinner (inexpensive restaurant)

    NOK 120 - NOK 250 (Around INR 950 - INR 2,000)

    Cinema ticket

    NOK 120 - NOK 160 (Around INR 950 - INR 1,200)

    Semester fee

    NOK 650 (Around INR 5,100)

    Student membership for Sammen training

    NOK 1,374 (Around INR 11,000)

    Note: The above currency conversion is as per 1 NOK = INR 7.92

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    Q:   How can I get admission to Bergen University MS in Global Health?
    A: 

    The language of instruction for the MS in Global Health programme is English. The University of Bergen admission requirements for international students for MS in Global Health are given below:

    • A bachelor’s degree is required along with the Class 12 qualification
    • The applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to Norwegian C
    • IELTS score of 6.5 is required. Other test scores that are required are TOEFL / PTE

    Check details about MS in Norway from here

    Q:   What are the benefits of studying at the University of Bergen?
    A: 

    Some of the benefits of studying at the University of Bergen are:

    • If students get admission at the University of Bergen they will be studying at a quality university
    • A wide range of programs and courses taught in English is there at the University of Bergen
    • There are strategic priority areas such as Marine, Climate and Energy Transition and Global Challenges research
    • While studying at the University of Bergen, students are going to experience a truly international learning environment
    • Student housing to international students
    Q:   How can I get admission to the University of Bergen?
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    Admission requirements at the University of Bergen vary as per the course levels. Given below are the University of Bergen admission requirements for international students:

    • For admission  to the master’s degree of the University of Bergen, the applicants must have passed Class 12 and must have an 4-year university education
    • English language proficiency score is also required such as IELTS with a minimum overall band score of 6.5 / TOEFL score of 90 / PTE score of 62
    • Proof of having sufficient funds
    • Other specific documents
    Q:   Do I have to pass the IELTS / TOEFL for Bergen University?
    A: 

    International students are required to show their English language proficiency. They can do so by submitting an IELTS score. The minimum overall band score required is 6.5. Other test scores that are accepted are:

    Particulars

    Minimum Test Score

    TOEFL iBT

    90

    PTE

    62

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