Studies

HVL welcomes students from all over the world to attend a study programme at one of our five campuses on the west coast of Norway. We offer courses for exchange students, as well as bachelor, master, and PhD programmes given in English.

Why study at HVL?

With five campuses on the west coast of Norway - close to nature and experiences. HVL is perfect for you that want to combine high professional level with a vibrant student life in the middel of mountains, fjords and ocean.

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Tuition fees

Students from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland must pay tuition fees at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences.

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New student?

  • Finances
    Information on tuition fees, study fees, cost of living, currency exchange and banks.
  • Insurance
    Read about travel and medical insurance.
  • Visa and Study Permit
    As an international student moving to Norway you may have to apply for a visa or a study permit, or both.
  • Accommodation for exchange students
    HVL offers housing arrangements in cooperation with Sammen, the student welfare organisation.
  • Academic calendar
    The academic year is organized in 2 semesters.
  • Grading and credit system
    The Norwegian grading system consists of two grading scales: one scale with the grades pass or fail and one graded scale from A to E for pass and F for fail.
  • Student life
    Find out how it is to study at one of our five campuses on the west coast of Norway.
  • For students
    A collection of information for students at HVL
  • How to get there
    Read about how to get travel to the different campuses at HVL.