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University of Bergen Admissions 2025: Application Deadline, Requirements & Costs

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The result of the University of Bergen application or admission decision will be announced by Mid-April 2024.

According to unofficial sources, the University of Bergen acceptance rate is 29%. This means that the university is extremely competitive at the time of admission. The university has also specified that since admission is highly competitive, approximately 8% of international students are granted admission. So, for the University of Bergen admissions, the applicants must have a bachelor’s degree to take admission to the master’s courses.

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University of Bergen Admissions 2024 Highlights

At the University of Bergen, new international master’s degree students are guaranteed student housing at STAMMEN. However, students are required to submit the application for student accommodation within the deadline. Check more details about the University of Bergen admission from the table given below:

Particulars

Details

Application portal

University portal: Søknadsweb

English language proficiency tests accepted

IELTS / TOEFL / PTE

University of Bergen acceptance rate

29%

International students application deadline

For master’s courses: Jan 4, 2024

 University of Bergen Fees & Courses 2024

Over 15 master’s degrees that are taught in English are offered by the University of Bergen. These courses are offered in the disciplines like Biomedical Sciences, Global Health, Digital Culture, Molecular Biology, etc. Know more about the University of Bergen fees and courses from the table given below:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

Duration & Eligibility

MS (4 courses)

INR 14 L - 20 L

Duration: 2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6.5 & Above, TOEFL: 90 & Above, PTE: 62 & Above

MA (12 courses)

INR 14 L - 29 L

Duration: 2 years
Exam Accepted: IELTS: 6 - 6.5, TOEFL: 80 - 90, PTE: 53 - 62

University of Bergen Application Deadlines 2024

Admission to master’s programs at the University of Bergen can take place once a year. The applicants can apply for one master’s program only. Check the University of Bergen admission deadlines for the programs starting in August 2024.

Particulars

Important Dates

Application portal opens

Dec 1, 2023

Application deadline

Jan 4, 2024

Upload all the required documents by

Jan 15, 2024

Decisions are published

Mid Apr 2024

Deadline to accept the offer of admission

Late Apr 2024

Student deposit to be paid

TBA

Letter of acceptance

May 2024

Apply for student housing

May 15, 2024

 

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University of Bergen Admissions 2024 FAQs

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:   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

Q:   Does the University of Bergen teach in English?

A: 

None of the undergraduate programs at the University of Bergen are offered in English. Various master’s degree course are available for international students in the major subjects like:

  • Humanities and Aesthetic Studies
  • Natural Sciences and Technical subjects
  • Medicine
  • Social Sciences and Psychology
  • Fine Art, Music and Design

Q:   How can I get admission to the University of Bergen?

A: 

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:   How much does the University of Bergen cost for international students?

A: 

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 do you get into the University of Bergen MS in Molecular Biology?

A: 

The University of Bergen admission requirements for MS in Molecular Biology are given below:

  • A bachelor’s degree is Molecular Biology is required
  • Average grade of minimum C (Norwegian C)
  • English language proficiency

External bachelor’s degrees can also qualify if they have the following:

  • Minimum 20 ECTS in Chemistry, 10 ECTS in Organic Chemistry
  • 10 ECTS in Mathematics
  • 70 ECTS in Molecular or Biochemical topics where:

-          Minimum 10 ECTS documented practical Molecular Biology lab work practice

-          Minimum 40 ECTS must cover the following subjects:

  • Basic Molecular Biology
  • Molecular Cell Biology
  • Gene-structure and Function
  • Bioinformatics
  • Regulation of Metabolic Pathways in Cells and Organs

Q:   Is it hard to get into the University of Bergen?

A: 

The University of Bergen acceptance rate is 29%. This means that the university is quite selective at the time of admission. So, the applicants must have an exceptional academic background if they want to take admission to the University of Bergen. For the University of Bergen admissions to the master’s degree, the applicants must have passed a bachelor’s degree and should have an English language proficiency score.

Q:   How can I apply to the University of Bergen?

A: 

The applicants who want to submit the application to the University of Bergen, they can apply by the designated portal of the university. The steps are given below to apply:

  • First of all, go to login page of Soknadsweb
  • Then, choose the international applicant button
  • After this, register as a new international applicant
  • Login at the Soknadsweb using the password sent to the students via email

Documents required to apply

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

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Q:   What are the entry requirements for the University of Bergen MA in Digital Culture?

A: 

The duration of the University of Bergen MA in Digital Culture is 2 years. Entry requirements for the University of Bergen MA in Digital Culture are given below:

  • A bachelor’s degree in Digital Culture or equivalent is required. The applicants must have a minimum of 80 ECTS in the relevant courses such as Digital Culture, or equivalent
  • Other bachelor’s degrees can also be considered. For this, the applicants should check the official website to know the exact details
  • Statement of Purpose depicting the academic background
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