Exchange

Admission to Exchange Studies

Embark on your exchange adventure and apply for an exchange period at the University of Bergen.

How to apply for exchange

Your step-by-step guide on how to apply for exchange to the University of Bergen (UiB).

Exchange Partners: How to nominate

Step-by-step guide on how to nominate and other useful information for our exchange partners.

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Courses for Exchange Students

The University of Bergen (UiB) offers a wide variety of courses taught in English.

How to apply to UNIS

You can apply to study at UNIS Svalbard if you are nominated for an exchange period at UiB.

English Language Requirements

English language requirements for exchange students differ depending on which courses you apply for.

Semester Dates

The academic year at UiB is a total of 40 weeks and divided into two semesters.

Student Housing

New international students admitted to the University of Bergen can apply for housing through the Student Welfare Organization (Sammen).

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Exchange students with special needs

Exchange students with physical, mental or health related conditions can receive support services from UiB during their exchange period.

Study permit and police registration

There are different procedures for student residence permit depending on your nationality.

Withdrawal from your Exchange at UiB

Each semester, some students have to withdraw from their exchange for different reasons. Here are some important things to remember if you withdraw from your exchange at UiB.

Erasmus+ Learning Agreement

UiB uses the Online Learning Agreement (OLA). If your home university is not yet connected to EWP, you can still use the paper version of the learning agreement.

Insurance and Health Information for International Students

Information about insurance requirements and health services in Norway.

External Examination for Exchange Students

On some occasions, we may make arrangements for students to sit external examinations at UiB.

05.09.2023