How to apply for a master’s degree?

Follow the guidelines on how to apply for a master's degree depending on which applicant group you belong to. The deadlines and application process will vary accordingly.

Applicants with citizenship from outside EU/EEA and Switzerland 

Follow the guidelines on how to apply for a master’s degree if you are residing outside Norway and have a citizenship from a country outside EU/EEA. Admission happens once a year. The application portal is open from 1 November to 1 December. 

How to apply for a master’s degree with a citizenship from outside EU/EEA and Switzerland 

Find master’s programmes you can apply for with a citizenship from outside EU/EEA and Switzerland

Applicants with citizenship from EU/EEA and Switzerland 

Follow the guidelines on how to apply for a master’s degree if you are residing outside of Norway and have a citizenship from a country in the EU/EEA or Switzerland.  

How to apply for a master’s degree with a citizenship from EU/EEA and Switzerland

Find master’s programmes you can apply for with a citizenship from EU/EEA and Switzerland  

Applicants residing in Norway and Nordic citizens 

Follow the guidelines on how to apply for a master’s degree if you are residing in Norway or if you are a Nordic citizen. 

How to apply for a master’s degree as a resident of Norway or a Nordic country

Find master’s programmes you can apply for as a resident of Norway or a Nordic country

English language requirements

If you want to apply for a master's degree taught in English, you may have to document English language proficiency.

Before you apply, read more about the different requirements and about which language tests you can take.

Last updated: 04.03.2025