University of Oslo

Sports centre at the univ of Oslo offers various facilities to international students including gyms, swimming pool, saunas, PT team, group classes, guest training, courses like dance, yoga, martial arts etc and many more. Gym memberships can cost up to NOK 235 (INR 1,999) per month.

University of Oslo offers various kind of libraries. The university library provides reading space, workstations etc., out of which some of them needs to be reserved beforehand. Different kinds of library available are mentioned as below:

• Academic Writing Center

• Archaeological Library

• Ethnographic library

• HumSam Library

• Informatics Library

• Law library

• Medical Library

• Natural History Library

• Odontological library

• Science Library

University of Oslo offers various student organizations. Students can join them based on their interests and these organizations will also help them make friends, build a network, develop new skills and many more. Some of the associations are categorised as follows:

• Academic associations

• Cultural and social events

• Humanitarian associations

• International and ethnic associations

• Music and performing arts

• Political associations

• Publications and other media

• Special interest groups

• Sports associations and many more.

Students are advised to submit applications by November 1 (for the spring semester) since the housing options are limited. International students are prioritised so students must accept the offer and sign the contract through 'SiO My Page'. Contact 'SiO Customer Service Centre' to enquire about the keys. Students are advised to collect the keys within 14 days of contract to avoid cancellation.

University of Oslo is home to five Nobel laureates such as  Fridtjof Nansen, Trygve Haavelmo etc. Many graduates have served the world through their excellent skills. Some of the notable ones are as follows:

• Niels Henrik Abel (Abel Prize in mathematics named in his honour)

• Harrison Schmitt (Astronaut)

• Harald V of Norway (King of Norway)

• Odvar Nordli (Politician)

• Gro Harlem Brundtland (Former Prime Minister of Norway)

• Fridtjof Nansen (Nobel Prize laureate and Arctic explorer)

The top employers that have recruited University of Oslo graduates include:

• Oslo University Hospital

• Oslo Kommune

• OsloMet

• DNB

As per unofficial sources, university Oslo graduates are working in industries including business development, education, community and social service, operations, legal etc. Working on skill development while studying is a crucial part to attract better work opportunities. Some of the top skills are as follows:

• Project Management

• Research Skills

• English

• Microsoft Office

• Management

Yes, Indian students can work part-time while studying. However, they need to know a few important things which are as follows:

• Students can work up to 20 hours pr week during the first year.

• Working full-time is acceptable during holidays.

• Students are not allowed to set up their own businesses since part-time work permit has the same duration as of study permit.

• Students need to apply for a Tax deduction card.