Nord University
Scholarship
Undergraduate
Scholarships available here:
1. Independent
Provider Scholarships
Merit- and
need-based grants from global organizations that you can apply to regardless of
your study destination, including Nord University:
·
ServiceScape Scholarship – USD 1,000
·
Moving Mates Scholarship – USD 3,000
·
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship – USD 1,500
Eligibility: Varies by award usually
merit/essay-based for current/high school students entering university.
Amount: Typically USD 1,000–3,000 (some higher, but rare).
2. Mobility &
Exchange Grants
For short-term
study or exchange periods:
·
Erasmus+
(EU/EEA students): Provides monthly stipends (approx. €230–700), plus travel
support
·
Nord University Mobility Scholarships: Support for exchange students to cover living and travel
costs
Eligibility:
Enrollment in an exchange program; usually sourced through your home or host
institution.
3. Norwegian
Partnership & Government Schemes
·
NORPART (Norwegian Partnership Programme): Available to students from developing countries via
partnerships—can cover travel, living, and tuition.
·
Quota Scheme:
Grants up to 40% tuition + 60% loan (waivable upon returning home) for students
from developing/Eastern European countries. Primarily for master’s/PhD, but
bachelor-level may occasionally be included
4. EU/EEA Tuition
Exemption
Students from
EU/EEA countries are exempt
from tuition fees at Nord
University; however, this applies only to tuition not living expenses
Graduate Scholarships
available here:
1. Nord Master Plus Research School
·
Eligibility:
First-semester master’s students with excellent academic records (beyond
standard coursework)
·
Award:
NOK 10,000 (≈USD 900), paid across both semesters.
·
Extras:
Participation includes international travel and research training—designed to
prepare students for doctoral studies
2. PhD Fellowships at Faculty Level
·
Eligibility:
Applicants with a relevant scientific master’s degree; candidates must secure
full funding before enrolling
·
Funding Structure:
Employed as full-time researchers for 3–4 years; salary is NOK 501,200/year (~€48,000)
·
Additional Perks:
Typically includes pension, insurance, and research/project funding.
3. Government & EU Research Grants
·
Options:
Grants via EU (Horizon Europe, MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships) and Norway’s
Research Council
·
Eligibility:
Open to PhD/postdoc candidates; proposals submitted in coordination with Nord
faculty.
·
Amounts:
Variable EU/Horizon Europe fellowships often exceed €40,000/year.
4. External & Government Scholarships
·
EU Mobility (Erasmus+ Grants):
o
Eligibility:
EU/EEA students doing part of a master’s at Nord.
o
Amount:
€230–700/month, plus travel expenses.
·
Norwegian Government Scholarships:
o
Eligibility and
amounts vary; typically include tuition waivers and stipends
Application &
Eligibility Summary
1.
Nord Master Plus:
Enroll in a master’s; strong grades and research interest; apply in the first
semester.
2.
PhD Fellowships:
Secure a position with faculty or external funding; must hold a relevant
master's degree.
3.
MSCA / Horizon:
Collaborate with a Nord supervisor to apply through EU calls.
4.
Erasmus+:
EU/EEA students should coordinate via their home university's international
office.
5.
Government Grants:
International students should check eligibility on Nord’s and Research Council
sites.
Courses
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Eligibility criteria
Undergraduate Admission
Eligibility – Nord University
1. General
Educational Requirements
Applicants must have completed upper secondary education that qualifies
for university admission in their home country and meets Norwegian standards as per the GSU list (Norwegian Higher Education
Entrance Qualification).
2. English Language
Proficiency
Required for programs taught in
English.
|
Test |
Minimum Requirement |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.0 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
80 |
|
PTE Academic |
53 |
|
Cambridge English |
First Certificate (FCE), CAE, or CPE – Grade A, B, or C |
·
Not
required for English-taught programs.
·
For programs taught in Norwegian, applicants must meet minimum
requirements in Norwegian language
proficiency, e.g.:
o
Bergenstesten
(Test in Norwegian – advanced level)
o
Completion of Norwegian Level 3 (trinn 3)
4. Minimum GPA
Requirements
·
Grades must be sufficient for admission
into higher education in your home country.
·
No fixed GPA is listed, but competitive
programs may favor strong academic records.
Graduate Admission
Eligibility – Nord University
1. Educational
Background
·
Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor's degree (equivalent
to a Norwegian 3-year bachelor’s, typically 180 ECTS credits).
·
The bachelor’s degree must be in a relevant field of study depending on
the master’s program applied for.
Country-specific
requirements (based on GSU list):
·
India:
Bachelor's degree of minimum 4 years
(e.g., BTech, BE, BPharm, or 3-year bachelor's + 1-year master’s).
·
Bangladesh,
Nepal, Pakistan: At least 4 years of higher education.
·
USA:
Accredited 4-year bachelor's degree.
·
UK:
Honours bachelor’s degree (normally 3 years).
·
IB
diploma holders: Must also complete a bachelor’s
degree for master-level entry.
2. English Language
Proficiency
Required for all international
applicants to English-taught programs.
|
Test |
Minimum Requirement |
|
IELTS Academic |
Overall score of 6.5 (no
part below 5.5) |
|
TOEFL iBT |
Minimum score of 90 |
|
PTE Academic |
62 |
|
Cambridge Exams |
CAE or CPE – Grade A, B, or C |
·
Completed bachelor’s or upper secondary
education in English from UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand.
·
Completed International Baccalaureate
with English A or B.
·
Previously studied in an English-medium
university in some approved countries.
3. Grade Requirements
·
A minimum GPA equivalent to a Norwegian “C” is required
(approx. 60–70% or 2.5/4 depending on your grading scale).
·
Some programs may have higher grade
requirements depending on competition.
4. Program-Specific
Requirements
·
Each program may have specific academic prerequisites.
o
Example: MSc in Biology requires a
bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or related field.
o
MSc in Business or Innovation may
require credits in economics, statistics, or marketing.
5. Supporting
Documents Required
·
Official transcripts and degree certificates
·
Proof of English proficiency
·
Passport or national ID
·
Motivation letter or statement of
purpose (some programs)
·
CV (for some programs)
·
Proof of financial ability (for
non-EU/EEA students):
Accommodation
Visa
University Video
Undergraduate
Scholarships available here:
1. Independent
Provider Scholarships
Merit- and
need-based grants from global organizations that you can apply to regardless of
your study destination, including Nord University:
·
ServiceScape Scholarship – USD 1,000
·
Moving Mates Scholarship – USD 3,000
·
Headway’s Book Lovers Scholarship – USD 1,500
Eligibility: Varies by award usually
merit/essay-based for current/high school students entering university.
Amount: Typically USD 1,000–3,000 (some higher, but rare).
2. Mobility &
Exchange Grants
For short-term
study or exchange periods:
·
Erasmus+
(EU/EEA students): Provides monthly stipends (approx. €230–700), plus travel
support
·
Nord University Mobility Scholarships: Support for exchange students to cover living and travel
costs
Eligibility:
Enrollment in an exchange program; usually sourced through your home or host
institution.
3. Norwegian
Partnership & Government Schemes
·
NORPART (Norwegian Partnership Programme): Available to students from developing countries via
partnerships—can cover travel, living, and tuition.
·
Quota Scheme:
Grants up to 40% tuition + 60% loan (waivable upon returning home) for students
from developing/Eastern European countries. Primarily for master’s/PhD, but
bachelor-level may occasionally be included
4. EU/EEA Tuition
Exemption
Students from
EU/EEA countries are exempt
from tuition fees at Nord
University; however, this applies only to tuition not living expenses
Graduate Scholarships
available here:
1. Nord Master Plus Research School
·
Eligibility:
First-semester master’s students with excellent academic records (beyond
standard coursework)
·
Award:
NOK 10,000 (≈USD 900), paid across both semesters.
·
Extras:
Participation includes international travel and research training—designed to
prepare students for doctoral studies
2. PhD Fellowships at Faculty Level
·
Eligibility:
Applicants with a relevant scientific master’s degree; candidates must secure
full funding before enrolling
·
Funding Structure:
Employed as full-time researchers for 3–4 years; salary is NOK 501,200/year (~€48,000)
·
Additional Perks:
Typically includes pension, insurance, and research/project funding.
3. Government & EU Research Grants
·
Options:
Grants via EU (Horizon Europe, MSCA Postdoctoral Fellowships) and Norway’s
Research Council
·
Eligibility:
Open to PhD/postdoc candidates; proposals submitted in coordination with Nord
faculty.
·
Amounts:
Variable EU/Horizon Europe fellowships often exceed €40,000/year.
4. External & Government Scholarships
·
EU Mobility (Erasmus+ Grants):
o
Eligibility:
EU/EEA students doing part of a master’s at Nord.
o
Amount:
€230–700/month, plus travel expenses.
·
Norwegian Government Scholarships:
o
Eligibility and
amounts vary; typically include tuition waivers and stipends
Application &
Eligibility Summary
1.
Nord Master Plus:
Enroll in a master’s; strong grades and research interest; apply in the first
semester.
2.
PhD Fellowships:
Secure a position with faculty or external funding; must hold a relevant
master's degree.
3.
MSCA / Horizon:
Collaborate with a Nord supervisor to apply through EU calls.
4.
Erasmus+:
EU/EEA students should coordinate via their home university's international
office.
5.
Government Grants:
International students should check eligibility on Nord’s and Research Council
sites.
No results found
Undergraduate Admission
Eligibility – Nord University
1. General
Educational Requirements
Applicants must have completed upper secondary education that qualifies
for university admission in their home country and meets Norwegian standards as per the GSU list (Norwegian Higher Education
Entrance Qualification).
2. English Language
Proficiency
Required for programs taught in
English.
|
Test |
Minimum Requirement |
|
IELTS Academic |
6.0 overall |
|
TOEFL iBT |
80 |
|
PTE Academic |
53 |
|
Cambridge English |
First Certificate (FCE), CAE, or CPE – Grade A, B, or C |
·
Not
required for English-taught programs.
·
For programs taught in Norwegian, applicants must meet minimum
requirements in Norwegian language
proficiency, e.g.:
o
Bergenstesten
(Test in Norwegian – advanced level)
o
Completion of Norwegian Level 3 (trinn 3)
4. Minimum GPA
Requirements
·
Grades must be sufficient for admission
into higher education in your home country.
·
No fixed GPA is listed, but competitive
programs may favor strong academic records.
Graduate Admission
Eligibility – Nord University
1. Educational
Background
·
Applicants must hold a recognized bachelor's degree (equivalent
to a Norwegian 3-year bachelor’s, typically 180 ECTS credits).
·
The bachelor’s degree must be in a relevant field of study depending on
the master’s program applied for.
Country-specific
requirements (based on GSU list):
·
India:
Bachelor's degree of minimum 4 years
(e.g., BTech, BE, BPharm, or 3-year bachelor's + 1-year master’s).
·
Bangladesh,
Nepal, Pakistan: At least 4 years of higher education.
·
USA:
Accredited 4-year bachelor's degree.
·
UK:
Honours bachelor’s degree (normally 3 years).
·
IB
diploma holders: Must also complete a bachelor’s
degree for master-level entry.
2. English Language
Proficiency
Required for all international
applicants to English-taught programs.
|
Test |
Minimum Requirement |
|
IELTS Academic |
Overall score of 6.5 (no
part below 5.5) |
|
TOEFL iBT |
Minimum score of 90 |
|
PTE Academic |
62 |
|
Cambridge Exams |
CAE or CPE – Grade A, B, or C |
·
Completed bachelor’s or upper secondary
education in English from UK, USA, Canada, Ireland, Australia, New Zealand.
·
Completed International Baccalaureate
with English A or B.
·
Previously studied in an English-medium
university in some approved countries.
3. Grade Requirements
·
A minimum GPA equivalent to a Norwegian “C” is required
(approx. 60–70% or 2.5/4 depending on your grading scale).
·
Some programs may have higher grade
requirements depending on competition.
4. Program-Specific
Requirements
·
Each program may have specific academic prerequisites.
o
Example: MSc in Biology requires a
bachelor’s degree in biology, ecology, or related field.
o
MSc in Business or Innovation may
require credits in economics, statistics, or marketing.
5. Supporting
Documents Required
·
Official transcripts and degree certificates
·
Proof of English proficiency
·
Passport or national ID
·
Motivation letter or statement of
purpose (some programs)
·
CV (for some programs)
·
Proof of financial ability (for
non-EU/EEA students):