Information for prospective students

The University of Bergen is a young and modern university. Yet, its focus on international co-operation has been essential from the beginning and has earned the institution the reputation of being Norway's most international university.

Students and academics alike are certain to benefit from a rich and diversified mix of cultures and countries on campus. This international influence is also apparent and vital in the high profile research fields at the university.

Being heavily involved in research related to industrialisation and development in non-industrialised countries, the University of Bergen aims to be the national centre for development research. Read more