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We offer an inclusive student community and research-based study programmes that open the door to exciting career opportunities.
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Six students in a lecture hall at the University of Bergen.
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Research

Our research communities are known for quality, academic integrity, and long-term commitment, with many of them being internationally leading.

Research from UiB New PhDs
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Featured research

  • Innlandsis på Grønland

    The ice on Greenland is acting strangely. Scientists now believe they know why

  • Blood proteins can reveal early signs of heart problems

  • illustrasjonsbilde ect behandling

    Biology may influence who benefits from ECT treatment

All featured research

10 reasons to choose UiB

We provide an amazing student environment, engaging studies with skilled teachers and an education that gives you exciting career opportunities.

10 reasons to choose UiB
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Events

  • Lectures and conversations

    Voices from Venezuela

    Bergen Global, Jekteviksbakken 31 / Zoom
  • Illustration of a young girl with two adults by either side and Bryggen in the background
    Exhibitions and guided tours

    Launch of Bye Bye Bryggen

    Litteraturhuset i Bergen - Amalie Alver & The Fish Market
  • Ceremonies

    Announcement of the 2026 Holberg Prize and Nils Klim Prize

    The University Aula in Bergen
All events

University of Bergen

The University of Bergen (UiB) is an internationally recognised research university. Academic diversity and high quality are fundamental for us. UiB is the most cited university in Norway.

About UiB Strategy
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News from UiB

  • Bilde av rektor Margareth Hagen

    Ten new honorary doctorates at UiB

  • Ole F. Norheim på scenen der han fikk utmerkelsen Goalkeepers Nordic Champion, under en seremoni i Stockholm 22. januar.

    Ole F. Norheim honored by Gates Foundation

  • Kristian Smeland Ytre-Hauge, professor i medisinsk fysikk ved UiB.

    Developing World Leading Research on Proton Therapy for Cancer

All news from UiB