University of Oslo

The University of Oslo, located in Norway’s capital, is a leading public research university and the oldest in the country. It is consistently recognised as Norway’s top university, ranks among the highest in the Nordic region, and is placed within the top 100 universities worldwide. 13% of its student population comes from countries outside Norway.

This subject-specific exchange partner institution is suitable for students in the following subject area(s) only:

  • History, Classics and Archaeology
  • Law
  • Music
  • Philosophy
  • Scandinavian Studies

Teaching is available in both English and Norwegian.  Please check that you can take a full course load in English at this institution. 

Scandinavian Studies students will be expected undertake teaching entirely in Norwegian at this institution so must meet minimum language requirements.

Learn about the language requirements for study exchange


Find course information for exchange students to Oslo:

Courses for exchange students

Find out which courses are offered in English:

Course available for study in English


Oslo provide some cost of living information for students to help them budgeting for their time there:

Cost of living in Oslo


Find out about accommodation at Oslo:

Housing for exchange students


Learn more about admission for exchange students:

Admission to UiO for exchange students

View practical information for students coming to Oslo:

Student life