Answers for frequently asked questions by international students
When can I apply?
The application deadline for non-European citizens applying for a full degree is February 1st every year and the application deadline for European citizens is April 1st for the consecutive August admission.
Do I need to understand the Norwegian language for before I come here?
Bodø University College do have programmes conducted in English, it is not necessary for you to understand Norwegian but learning so would help with everyday living. We hold Norwegian class every semester. For programmes taught in English please see: http://www.hibo.no/index.php?ID=12453
For courses where the language of instruction is Norwegian, proficiency in the Norwegian language is also required.
What if I am an exchange student?
If you are an exchange student, please contact your home institution, as the application procedure will go through your International Office. Application deadline and application form for exchange students please see: http://www.hibo.no/index.php?ID=12471
What level of education do I need?
A compilation of country-specific information called the GSU-list (formerly SIS list) states what level of education applicants from different countries need to meet for entry into Norwegian higher education, including any requirements concerning proficiency in English please see the GSU list: http://www.nokut.no/en/Foreign-Education/Applicant/NOKUTs-administrative-procedure/GSU-list/
Standard admission requirements are:
Upper secondary school from your home country and 1 year of university studies. From some countries we also require National University Entrance Examination.
In addition you need to document English language. The Toefl score required: 500 (paper based), 173 (computer based) and 61 iBT. IELTS test : 5.0.
The Toefl scores must be valid. Toefl and IELTS test scores must be issued by the test centres only. Bodø University College's Toefl institution code is 1648. Please ask the test centre to send your results directly to us.
We require originals from HEIs., (Higher Education Institutes) not certified copies as before. The transcript must be forwarded from the relevant higher education institution in a sealed envelope.
What if I already have a Norwegian ID number and/or permanent or renewable residence permit?
If you are applying for a Bachelor's program, and already have a Norwegian ID number and/or permanent or renewable residence permit, please forward the application to the centralised application processing centre called Universities and Colleges Admission Service (UCAS - Samordna opptak). The deadline is March 1st every year for August admission.
http://www.samordnaopptak.no/info/english/
What if I am applying for a Master’s degree?
If you are applying for a Master's degree, you would need to enclose documentation of relevant Bachelor's degree or four years of relevant education.
What if I am applying for the Norwegian Language and Society Programme, will I be issued a visa?
If you are applying to the "Norwegian Language and Society", please use the application form for international students and read the information given on requirements at the English website/prospective student/admission.
Most international students are not given a permit for educational purposes based on the one year preparatory language and culture course alone, but must have a conditional offer to a study program after the one year.
What happens after I apply?
As soon as a decision if made on your eligibility you will be informed of your outcome by post. If you are successful, you will receive an Offer of Admission. This document provides a summary of all information relating to the terms and conditions of the course for which you have been offered a place.
It will also include a Student Acceptance form which you must fill in, sign and return to us within 14 days.
What are the tuition fees and what scholarships are available?
There is no tuition fee except a registration fee each semester to be paid on arrival. This semester fee is paid by both Norwegian and Non-Norwegian students.
How do I apply for a Visa and what are the Rules and Requirements?There are no scholarships on offer unless you have one before arrival. Scholarships are given to students under the following programmes;
· QUOTA: only to students from partner institutions and on a M.A. or PhD level . The quota places are given to students selected by the home institution, in agreement with the relevant international faculty coordinator at Bodø University College. The student must forward the application through their home institution.
· ERASMUS (students from Europe)
· North2North (students from member institutions of University of the Arctic)
· Barentsplus (students from the Barents region of Russia)
· Nordplus (students from the Nordic partners)
Most international students are not eligible for a student loan, but must finance his/her stay. The Immigration Office requires documentation of a minimum sum of 89.000, - Norwegian kroners to a deposit account, usually offered by the relevant higher education institution, in order to issue a permit for educational purposes, along with confirmation of housing and a study plan of at least 2 years. The 89.000, - is meant to cover the living expenses during 10 months of study pr year. You must enclose a Bank Guarantee to your application, showing proof of funding (requirement for non- European citizens). For questions regarding permit for educational purposes, please visit http://www.udi.no/english.
When a applying for your Visa you must attach the original letter with the words TO ROYAL NORWEGIAN EMBASSY/CONSULATE GENERAL.
What about accommodation?
The International Office at Bodø University College Guarantees that all international students will receiving houseing. For information regarding the type of housing available and the rental fees please the following website www.ssib.no
Should you have have any questions that have not been answered on this webpage please email us at
international@hibo.no
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