Meet our international students
Want to find out more about a study programme, student life, or what it’s really like to study at NMBU? Our friendly student ambassadors are happy to share their experiences and answer any questions you might have about life on campus.
Please note that our ambassadors are current students and therefore not able to assist with application or admissions queries. For questions about the application process, scholarships, or residence permits, please contact sit@nmbu.no. Our ambassadors will not be able to respond to questions about these matters.
Dorisa Fucia
Applied Economics and Sustainability
2-year Master's Degree
I am from: Albania
I am currently in my first year
I speak: English
Email: dorisa.fucia@nmbu.no
Previous qualifications: two bachelor’s degrees, Business Administration and International Environment and Development Studies
About me:
I realized that the sweet spot for me is right at the intersection of economics, environment, and sustainability. The international atmosphere is incredibly welcoming, you experience Nordic culture while sharing classrooms (and coffee breaks) with people from all over the world. It’s a place where serious academic discussions and warm social connections go hand in hand, and where sustainability is a lifestyle.
Tsegazab Girmay Tareke
Plant Science
2-year Master's Degree
I am from: Ethiopia
I am currently in my first year
I speak: English and Amharic
Email: tstar9464@nmbu.no
Previous qualification: Bachelor in Biotechnology
About me:
I really wanted to specialize in the plant side of things. That’s why I picked NMBU for my master's in Plant Science.
'It’s a stunning environment with a warm-hearted community, fun campus life, and a level of trust you can actually feel.
DALE SHRIVER ll
International Environmental Studies
2-year Master's Degree
I am from: USA
I am currently in my first year
I speak: English and I am learning Norwegian
Email: dashr5845@nmbu.no
Previous Qualification: I have a Bachelor and Master of Arts, both in Communication Studies from West Virginia University.
About me:
I am a non-traditional international student — an advocate for lifelong learning! I had a great career working in in higher education technology systems, communications, and housing quality.
Ultimately, all roads pointed to Norway and to NMBU. The multidisciplinary teaching approach works well for me and has expanded my understanding of the past, present, and future of work to be done.
MAXWELL SOLL
Global Economy and Politics
2-year Master's Degree
I am currently in my first year
I speak: English and Norwegian
Email: masol0684@nmbu.no
Previous Qualification:
About me:
My background is in political science and philosophy. I chose this program to learn more about global trade and political economy, and it gives me the chance to take a range of courses within IR, development studies, and economics. I like NMBU because it has a beautiful campus, small class sizes and professors who are experts in their respective fields.