Norwegian University of Life Sciences

About the university

Founded in 1859, NMBU focuses on the sciences vital to life on Earth. Specializes in environmental and natural sciences, veterinary medicine, food science, landscape architecture, economics, and social sciences. Located in Ås, 30 km from Oslo.

Key information

• Location: Ås, NO
• Ranking #601
• QS #601
• National ranking #6
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Environmental Sciences
• Veterinary Medicine
• Food Science
• Landscape Architecture
• Economics

Programs (9)

• Biology
• Environmental Science
• Chemistry
• Economics
• Architecture
• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Data Science
• Biochemistry

Student body

• Total students: 5,500
• International students: 20%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: NOK 400 - NOK 1,000 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 90%

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS
• TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 2.8

Tuition costs

• NOK 0 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 50.00%
• Scholarships available: No tuition fees. Government Quota Scheme. NMBU PhD fellowships.
• Additional costs: Semester fee ~€100, living costs Ås €700-1,200/month

Quick facts

• Founded: 1859
• Teaching languages: Norwegian, English
• Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

• Website: https://www.nmbu.no