Exchange

Admission to Exchange Studies

Embark on your exchange adventure, apply for exchange to UiB.

Updated: 11.04.2018 (First published: 05.11.2009)

How to apply for exchange

Your step-by-step guide on how to apply for exchange to UiB.

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Courses for Exchange Students

UiB offers a large number of courses taught in English for exchange students.

English Language Requirements

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

How to apply to UNIS

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

Grønneviksøren student hostels and students

Student Housing

UiB offers housing guarantee to international students via our cooperation with the Student Welfare Organisation.

Erasmus+ Learning Agreement

Students participating in the Erasmus+ programme must have a Learning Agreement for Studies, approved by the student and the sending and receiving institutions.

Semester Dates

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

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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.

External Examination for Exchange Students

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

Residence Permit for Studies

International students moving to Norway must apply for a residence permit for studies, also called a study permit.

Guide to student life in Bergen

Arrived in Bergen, now what? Our student blogger will answer this and many more questions in our student blog.

For Exchange Partners

We have collected useful information for our exchange partners, like fact sheet, how and when to nominate students, and more.

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