Q&A for Ukrainian students
Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions for Ukrainian students wanting to apply for studies at HVL. In 2023 ordinary deadlines applies, as HVL will not offer a separate admission for Ukrainian applicants.
Programmes taught in English
HVL offers both undergraduate and master programmes taught in English. Ordinary deadlines applies.
Under each programme, you will find detailed information regarding the application deadlines, campus, curricula and academic admission requirements.
For more information about other academic programmes offered at other universities in Norway please check:
PhD programmes in English
All the PhD programmes taught in English at HVL are listed here.
You may also apply for a single course at PhD-level.
Programmes taught in Norwegian
Most of our one-year programmes, bachelor's degree programmes, five-year master's degree programmes and professional programmes are taught in Norwegian. Applicants must meet the Norwegian and English language requirements.
Applications for most undergraduate programs in Norway is done via the portal of The Norwegian Universities and Colleges Admission Service (NUCAS), which coordinates the admission to undergraduate study programmes at all universities, state university colleges and some private university colleges in Norway.
The application portal opens every year February 1st, and the application deadline is April 15th. See more information at Samordna Opptak
How to apply?
How to register your application
Applications must be sent within the ordinary deadlines, and in the correct application portal.
Applications for master programs are to be registered in HVL’s Søknadweb within the correct deadline.
Applications for undergraduate programs are to be registered in Samordna opptak within the correct deadline.
Admission requirements
Requirements for admission
The spesific admission requirement for each program is described on the program websites.
English language reguirements
All undergraduate programs taught in English requires a good command of the English language, and as a general rule proof of proficiency in English is to be documented according to the GSU-list.
Our international master's programmes require that you cover the English language requirement in one of the ways described on our web page.
Answers to your questions about admission
Does HVL offer Bachelor's programmes taught in English?
Currently HVL offer one Bachelor's program taught in English, which is bachelor in Community Arts. Ordinary deadlines applies.
All other undergraduate programmes are taught in Norwegian and requires Norwegian language proficiency. HVL does not offer qualifying language courses.
If you want to apply for undergraduate studies in Norway, you must follow the guidelines on the NUCAS (Norwegian Universities and Colleges Admission Service) website.
Is it possible for me to study at HVL?
It is possible to apply within the ordinary deadlines. HVL will not have separate deadlines for refugees who have registered for collective protection or received individual asylum in Norway in 2023.
Applicants must fulfil all the admission requirements to be considered as eligible for admission.
Is it possible to transfer to a study programme at HVL?
It is not possible to transfer to a HVL study programme. Students must be granted admission to a full programme before they can apply for recognition of previous studies.
When can I start my studies?
The earliest start date is August 2023.
What are the application procedures?
See the instructions above on how to register your application to HVL. Questions regarding admission can be directed to admission@hvl.no.
Does HVL charge tuition fees?
The Norwegian government has proposed that Norwegian universities and university colleges should collect tuition fees from students with citizenship from outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland. Although the change has not yet been incorporated into the law, HVL is preparing for this to be introduced as planned.
Some applicants will be exempt from paying tuition fees based on residence in Norway or other close connections with Norway. The relevant applicants will be given the opportunity to document the basis for exception. For example anyone who is granted protection (asylum) in Norway is exempt from paying tuition fees.
NB! Please note that this information may change when the legislative work has been completed.
I do not have an international student ID, what should I do?
You will get a new student card once you are admitted to HVL.
Does HVL offer student housing?
The Student Welfare Organization Sammen offers rooms with private and shared facilities. Further information will be provided to the admitted students. You can also read more about student housing for international applicants here.
For more information
- For applicants with questions about admission to HVL: admission@hvl.no
- For information about the start of studies at HVL please have a look at this page.
- For information about fees and expenses check this page.
- For information about student accommodation.
- For information on protection and residence in Norway for Ukrainian citizens, we refer to the latest updated information from the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI).
- If you currently are in a different municipality than where our campuses are located, please contact your municipality for any questions about moving and how this may affect your benefits.