Quick facts

Why choose UiS

• Energy capital connections: Study in the heart of Norway’s energy region with
  close links to companies and suppliers across oil, gas, and the growing offshore
  wind sector.
• Hands‑on, real‑world learning: Access labs, living labs and test sites,
  research vessels and field courses; placements in hospitals, schools, and companies turn theory
  into practice.
• Interdisciplinary problem‑solving: UiS bridges engineering, social sciences,
  health, and business to tackle safety, sustainability, and digital transformation.
• Student welfare and community: SiS provides housing and
  wellbeing services; the student parliament StOr and student house
  Folken power a lively campus culture.
• Coast, fjords, and beaches: Hike Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock),
  surf the Jæren beaches, or kayak local fjords—outdoor life is minutes from
  campus.

Academics and programs

Bachelor’s degrees (Norwegian)

Most bachelor’s programs are taught in Norwegian across engineering, computer science, natural
sciences, health,
education, social sciences, business, hospitality and tourism, and the arts. International
applicants with documented
Norwegian proficiency have many options; select English‑taught courses are
available.

Master’s degrees (English, 2 years / 120 ECTS)

• Energy & offshore: Petroleum/Energy Engineering, Offshore Technology,
  Marine/Structural Engineering, Renewable Energy (offerings vary by year)
• Risk & safety: Risk Management and Societal Safety
• Computer science & data: Computer Science (selected tracks), Data/AI and
  software‑oriented programs
• Business & economics: MSc in Business Administration (e.g., finance,
  economics, strategy/innovation)
• Hospitality & tourism: Programs in hospitality/service leadership and
  tourism (through the Norwegian School of Hotel Management)
• Health & life sciences: Selected programs in health, public health and
  prehospital critical care
• Performing arts: Music performance and related programs (selected offerings)

Note: Program portfolios are updated regularly; always check UiS’s official pages for
the current English‑taught options.

PhD education (English‑friendly)

Fully research‑based doctoral education with paid research fellow (employee)
positions advertised year‑round.
Strong supervision and collaboration with industry, hospitals, municipalities, and cultural
institutions.

Teaching and learning

Research‑led and project‑based learning with extensive use of labs, studios, simulations, case work,
field courses,
and internships. Emphasis on critical thinking, methods, and
innovation.

Facilities

Engineering and energy labs, drilling and well technology facilities, robotics/automation labs,
simulation centers for
health and safety, studios and concert halls at Bjergsted, modern libraries and
learning spaces, and close
cooperation with Innovation Park Stavanger and Stavanger University
Hospital.

Research and innovation

• Energy transition: Research on petroleum subsurface, wells, operations and
  low‑carbon solutions including offshore wind and energy
  systems.
• Risk & societal safety: Internationally recognized groups in risk
  management, safety and emergency preparedness, critical infrastructure, and
  resilience.
• Health & care: Patient safety, resilience in healthcare, prehospital
  critical care, and digital health in collaboration with hospitals and municipalities.
• Education & learning: National centers in reading and learning
  environments; early childhood and school research that shapes educational practice.
• Business & innovation: Innovation and entrepreneurship, industrial asset
  management, and regional development in partnership with industry.
• Centres & collaboration: Research centres and groups such as those in
  resilience in healthcare, industrial asset management (CIAM),
  early childhood (e.g., FILIORUM), and innovation research; collaboration with
  NORCE and regional partners.
• Entrepreneurship ecosystem: Access incubators and commercialization support
  through Validé and the Innovation Park; student startups
  benefit from mentoring, hackathons, and industry projects.

Student life and support

• Orientation & community: Faculty welcomes, international meetups, and
  fadderuke (buddy week) help you settle in and make friends fast.
• Housing & welfare (SiS): Student housing across Stavanger; health and
  mental‑health services; SiS Sports Center gym; affordable cafés; counseling and
  career services.
• Student organizations: Join academic societies, StOr (student
  parliament), sports and outdoor clubs, music and theatre, tech and entrepreneurship groups.
• Libraries & study spaces: Quiet reading rooms, group rooms, extended hours,
  and digital collections across the University Library.
• Culture & venues: The student house Folken hosts concerts
  and events; the city’s Konserthus, art museums, and festivals are close by.
• Museum of Archaeology: UiS’s museum offers exhibitions, labs, and outreach
  linking research and culture.

International students

• Language options: Complete an entire master’s or
  PhD in English. Norwegian language courses are available (offerings vary by
  semester and program).
• Admissions:
  • Bachelor’s degrees generally require documented Norwegian proficiency.
  • English‑taught master’s programs require a relevant bachelor’s and proof of
    English (e.g., IELTS/TOEFL). Country‑specific requirements may apply.
  • Application windows for international master’s typically open in late
    autumn for studies starting the following August; EU/EEA applicants may
    have later deadlines.
• Tuition and fees:
  • Public universities in Norway remain tuition‑free for EU/EEA citizens
    (a small semester fee applies).
  • Non‑EU/EEA students are required to pay tuition; amounts vary by
    program. Limited scholarships or external funding schemes may be
    available for select programs.
• Visas and permits: Students from outside the EU/EEA typically need a
  study permit and must document sufficient funding per UDI
  guidelines. A part‑time work permit (up to 20 hours/week) during semesters is
  commonly included.
• Cost of living: Stavanger offers high quality of life and efficient public
  transport. Costs are relatively high; student housing, subsidized gyms and cafés, and transport
  discounts help manage expenses.

Always confirm program details, tuition regulations, and application deadlines on UiS’s
official pages before applying.

Life in Stavanger

• Energy hub by the sea: Norway’s energy capital with opportunities for
  internships and part‑time work across engineering, digitalization, health, hospitality, and
  creative industries.
• Nature next door: Day trips to Preikestolen and
  Kjerag, coastal trails, fjords, and the beaches of Jæren for
  surfing and sunsets.
• Culture & food: Street art, museums, and annual festivals like
  Gladmat (food) and MaiJazz; cozy cafés and fresh seafood.
• Getting around: Bike‑friendly city with frequent buses
  (Kolumbus) linking campus, the center, and the airport.

Notable achievements and alumni

UiS researchers have advanced practice in risk and resilience, healthcare
quality and safety, energy and offshore operations,
and education and learning environments. Alumni lead in energy and maritime
industries, technology companies, education,
hospitality, public administration, and the arts in Norway and beyond.

How to get started

1. Explore programs: Identify English‑taught master’s or PhD opportunities that
   fit your interests.
2. Check requirements: Review program‑specific academic and language criteria plus
   any country‑specific documentation rules.
3. Track deadlines: International master’s applications commonly open in autumn
   for the next academic year—confirm exact dates on UiS’s official pages.
4. Plan finances: Understand tuition (if applicable), living costs, and
   scholarship options; prepare proof of funding for immigration.
5. Secure housing early: Apply for SiS student housing as soon as
   you’re eligible.
6. Prepare to thrive: Join pre‑arrival webinars, brush up on Norwegian basics, and
   connect with student groups before arrival.

Closing

At the University of Stavanger, you’ll join a friendly, practice‑oriented research
community in a coastal city
where innovation and outdoor life go hand in hand. A great place to build a career in energy,
technology, health,
education, business, and the arts.