Information for prospective students from Norway
Students from Norway
Minimum entry requirements
The below are guidelines only and do not guarantee entry. Each application will be judged on its own merits.
Undergraduate study
SOAS welcomes applications from holders of the Vitnemål for direct entry to undergraduate programmes.
Students who have completed recognised international qualifications, such as the International Baccalaureate, A-Levels or AP examinations, will be considered for direct entry to undergraduate programmes.
For full details please refer to the undergraduate entry requirements.
Postgraduate study
SOAS will consider all applicants holding the equivalent of UK Lower Second-Class Honours undergraduate degree. For more information, please view our postgraduate entry requirements.
In addition, you should check the individual programme of study for any specific academic requirements.
Research applicants would normally be expected to have completed a Masters qualification from a good university.
English language requirements
A score of 5 in the English component of the Vitnemål will satisfy our English language requirements for undergraduate entry. Postgraduate applicants will be assessed on a case by case basis. After registration, students who have submitted this evidence, will meet a member of the academic English support staff to discuss whether attendance on an in-sessional English language course would be beneficial.
Student exchange
If you are a current Bachelors or Masters student in Norway you can study at SOAS for a semester or a full year on our study abroad programme. We currently have study abroad agreements with the following:
- NTNU: Norwegian University of Science and Technology
- OsloMet
- University of Agder
- University of Bergen
- University of Oslo
For further information contact: studyabroad@soas.ac.uk.
Scholarships
SOAS offers a range of scholarships, bursaries and awards to support students. A number of scholarships are also provided by the University of London, the British Government and other external organisations.
The SOAS Finance Department accepts fee payment in two installments for Norwegian students who are in receipt of a loan/grant from Lanekassen.
SOAS Careers Service
The SOAS Careers Service can help you find volunteering opportunities and can provide information and advice on finding paid employment during your studies and after graduation.
There will be a number of jobs (both voluntary and paid) within SOAS itself (for example, in the Students’ Union or cafe) and you can look out for these opportunities through the Careers Service or via the Students’ Union.
Alumni
SOAS has alumni all over the world, if you would like to contact an alum to ask any questions, please visit SOAS alumni.
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