University of Bergen

About the university

Founded in 1946, UiB is a leading research university located in Norway's second-largest city. Known for marine sciences, geosciences, medicine, humanities, and law. Has produced 2 Nobel Prize laureates. Member of the Coimbra Group of research universities.

Key information

Location: Bergen, NO
Ranking #401
QS #401
THE #351
National ranking #3
Institution type: public

Popular faculties

Marine Sciences
Medicine
Law
Humanities
Social Sciences

Programs (15)

Medicine
Law
Psychology
Biology
Chemistry
Physics
Mathematics
Environmental Science
Economics
Political Science
History
Linguistics
Computer Science
Neuroscience
Sociology

Student body

Total students: 18,000
International students: 14%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: NOK 500 - NOK 1,200 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 91%

Admission requirements

Required tests

IELTS
TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 2.8

Tuition costs

NOK 0 / per year
Acceptance rate: 48.00%
Scholarships available: No tuition fees. Norwegian Government Quota Scheme. SiB housing support for students.
Additional costs: Semester fee ~€100, living costs Bergen €900-1,400/month

Quick facts

Founded: 1946
Teaching languages: Norwegian, English
Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

Website: https://www.uib.no