Study in Norway

Every year, VID welcomes students from all over the world who are seeking new knowledge. We have campuses in Bergen, Oslo, Tromsø, Helgeland, Sandvika, and Stavanger. You can read more about our campuses here. At three of these locations, we offer learning opportunities for English‑speaking students.

Learning opportunities
Courses and internships are the main ways to learn and gain skills as an exchange student.
Student in Norway
Practical information about what it is like to be a student in Norway and at VID.

Language of instruction and language proficiency

If you are a student at one of VID's international partner institutions and wish to have an exchange/study abroad period at VID, you should be aware that most programs and courses at VID are taught in Norwegian. Knowing Norwegian is necessary for admission to these courses. Danish and Swedish speaking applicants may request to have courses taught in Norwegian in their learning agreements.

VID recommends that exchange students choose learning possibilities in courses. However, placements are possible for a few students. A high level of English or Norwegian language proficiency is required for all placements, and we prefer language competence that is documented.

Study in Norway

Learning opportunities

Student in Norway

Application and deadlines

Applying for a full degree

Language of instruction and language proficiency