Q&A for Ukrainian students

HVL will accept applications from Ukrainian students even if the ordinary deadlines for international students have passed. Here you will find answers to frequently asked questions for Ukrainian students wanting to apply for studies at HVL.

Answers to your questions about admission

Is it possible for me to study at HVL?

HVL will accept applications from Ukrainian students even if the ordinary deadlines for international students have passed. 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 autumn 2022.

What are the application procedures?

For more information about the application process and how to submit your application please send an email to admission@hvl.no.

Does HVL offer single-courses and semester programmes taught in English?

HVL is currently considering which of our single subjects that will be available for application. More information will follow shortly.

Does HVL offer Bachelor programmes taught in English?

All our undergraduate programmes  are taught in Norwegian and requires Norwegian language proficiency and is tehrefore not available. 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.

Which Master’s programmes are taught in English?

All the master’s programmes taught in English at HVL are listed here.

Under each programme, you will find detailed information regarding the campus, curricula and academic admission requirements. To apply, please send an email to admission@hvl.no.

For more information about other academic programmes offered at other universities in Norway please check StudyinNorway.

Which PhD programmes are taught 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.

Does HVL charge tuition fees?

HVL is a public institution of higher education and does not charge tuition fees, but you will have to pay a minor study fee per semester. Please note, however, that some courses demand additional fees for excursions and fieldtrips.

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. 

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