University of Stavanger

About the university

A young, innovative university in Norway's oil capital, granted university status in 2005. Strong in petroleum engineering, offshore technology, health sciences, social sciences, and education. Major research partner for the Norwegian oil & gas industry.

Key information

• Location: Stavanger, NO
• Ranking #801
• QS #801
• National ranking #7
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Petroleum Engineering
• Offshore Technology
• Health Sciences
• Social Sciences
• Education

Programs (8)

• Engineering
• Computer Science
• Nursing
• Business Administration
• Economics
• Education
• Sociology
• Psychology

Student body

• Total students: 12,000
• International students: 20%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: NOK 500 - NOK 1,300 / 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: 55.00%
• Scholarships available: No tuition fees. Government Quota Scheme. Industry-funded research scholarships.
• Additional costs: Semester fee ~€100, living costs Stavanger €900-1,500/month

Quick facts

• Founded: 2005
• Teaching languages: Norwegian, English
• Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

• Website: https://www.uis.no