Language requirements

As a general requirement, all applicants must meet the English language requirement. For studies taught in Norwegian, applicants must meet both Norwegian and English language requirements.

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Studies taught in Norwegian

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The Norwegian and English language requirements can be met in different ways:

  • The requirements can be met, if you have finished school in Norway with the requirements for Higher Education Entrance Qualification (generell studiekompetanse).
  • With upper secondary education from one of the Nordic countries, you may meet the Norwegian and English language requirements.
  • Check the website of Samordna opptak for information about how to meet the Norwegian and English language requirements.

For admission to study programmes taught in Norwegian, see Forskrift om opptak til høgare utdanning §2-1 og §2-2 (only in Norwegian).

Studies taught in English

Books taught in English by Clarissa Watson

There is no requirement for Norwegian language proficiency for studies taught in English. The English language can be met in different ways:

If you are an international applicant:

For admission to study programmes taught in English, see Regulations concerning admission to studies and courses at the University of Stavanger (pdf).

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