Property, Landscape Architecture and Urban and Regional Planning are among the NMBU degree programmes with the longest waiting lists this year.
The Faculty of Landscape and Society offers three of the seven degree programmes at NMBU with the highest numbers of applicants on the waiting list. All three programmes are part of Norway's centralised admissions system, through which the faculty offers five degree programmes this year.
Property has the third longest waiting list at NMBU, surpassed only by Business Administration and Veterinary Medicine. Landscape Architecture ranks fifth, while Urban and Regional Planning ranks seventh.
Strong demand for studies that shape tomorrow's communities
All three are five-year integrated master's degrees that prepare students for key roles in land management, planning, and the development of cities, towns and landscapes.
Vice Dean for Education at the faculty, Grete Patil is pleased with the strong interest.
"Our degree programmes are about how we plan, develop and manage places and environments in a sustainable way. The fact that so many students choose to commit to a five-year degree in these fields shows that they see these subjects as both relevant and meaningful," says Patil.
Throughout their studies, students work on issues related to how land is used, urban and community development, landscapes and sustainability.
Many have accepted their study offers
The strong interest is also reflected in the number of applicants who have accepted offers of admission.
"Our study programmes are fully subscribed, and we are fortunate that so many people want to study with us," says Patil.
In addition, the faculty admits students to master's programmes and higher years of study through local admissions processes.
Growing international interest
NMBU has also seen increased interest from international students this year.
After NMBU reduced tuition fees for students from countries outside the EEA and Switzerland, the number of fee-paying international students increased from 21 in autumn 2025 to 52 in 2026.
Several Norwegian universities and university colleges have reduced tuition fees following changes to the regulations. The aim has been to make Norway a more attractive destination for international students after the sharp decline that followed the introduction of tuition fees in 2023.
A positive sign for the future
Dean Per Martin Norheim-Martinsen believes the strong level of interest is a positive signal for society, as well as for the faculty.
"The strong interest is a positive sign for society. It is encouraging to see so many students choosing an education that provides expertise in areas where there will continue to be a strong need for qualified professionals in the years ahead."
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