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NMBU

The Norwegian University of Life Sciences is among Europe’s leading institutions in the life sciences, recognized for its strong academic reputation, cutting-edge research environment, and commitment to solving real-world sustainability challenges. Located just outside Oslo, NMBU brings together a diverse community of students and researchers from across the globe to develop solutions for food security, climate change, environmental protection, and sustainable development.

With state-of-the-art facilities, and a wide range of degree programs taught in English, NMBU offers international students an inspiring environment to learn, grow, and make a global impact.
Our academic strengths span disciplines such as environmental sciences, veterinary medicine, food science, biotechnology, agriculture, forestry, and sustainable resource management—fields that are critical for shaping a sustainable future.

If this sounds like the right place for you, join us at NMBU and Empower Your Future!

Why Norway?

Norway is a liberal, inclusive country that celebrates diversity and values equality, human rights, and social welfare, ensuring that all individuals, regardless of background, gender, or identity, are treated with respect and dignity. Synonymous with a high standard of living, residents enjoy high levels of education, good health care, low crime, and a strong economy. Most Norwegians speak English, so it is easy to get around.

Norwegians love outdoor activities, hiking in the mountains or by the fjords, skiing and watching the northern lights during the winter. If you're lucky you may even see the Northern lights on campus!
You can work part-time during your studies and qualify for a job-seeking visa after graduation. Continuous bachelor studies and completion of 180 credits in Norway, gives you access to an exemption from tuition fees for a master's degree, with the possibility of government funding.

Norway's life science hub located right outside Oslo

Just 17 minutes by train from vibrant Oslo, NMBU's campus lies in the city of Ås (Aas). Nationally renowned for its beauty, NMBU's campus is set within one of Norway's largest and most complete neoclassical park facilities. Ås is also home to the leading national research cluster for biosciences.

At NMBU we offer a welcoming academic environment where students easily transition from learners to active participants. Small class sizes and a relaxed atmosphere, allow students to engage directly with professors, fostering an open and approachable dynamic. There's a strong emphasis on independent work, with professors providing supportive guidance, both academically and personally. This approach promotes meaningful interactions, practical learning, and a well-rounded academic experience.
Reflecting Norway's commitment to sustainability, Ås is a compact city where you can walk or bike everywhere. Student housing is available and located just a short distance from the campus.

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Prestigious accreditation

NMBU has achieved accreditation from the global standard-setting body for business education, confirming that our economics degrees rank among the very best in the world. AACSB represents the largest and most respected network of business schools globally. We are especially proud that the evaluation committee recognised the quality of our degree programmes as ‘outstanding’. Read more