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🇳🇴 Norway — Various Norwegian universities

Norwegian Partnership Programme (NORPART)

IELTS Requirement & Application Guide

Overall

6

Components

L 5.5 / R 5.5 / W 5.5 / S 5.5

Level

PG, PhD

Deadline

October–December

Country

🇳🇴 Norway

Coverage

Tuition-free education (all Norwegian public universities), Monthly living stipend through Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund

About Norwegian Partnership Programme (NORPART)

The Norwegian Partnership Programme (NORPART) supports student exchange and mobility between Norwegian universities and partner institutions in developing countries. Norwegian public universities charge no tuition fees for international students, making Norway an attractive study destination. Living costs are supported through the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund.

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IELTS Required

OverallLRWS
65.55.55.55.5

Accepts: Academic ✓ / General ✗

Also accepted: TOEFL iBT 79

Coverage

  • •Tuition-free education (all Norwegian public universities)
  • •Monthly living stipend through Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund

Tips for Meeting the Requirement

  1. 1.NORPART requires IELTS 6.0 overall with 5.5 in each component — a moderate threshold. Since Norwegian universities are tuition-free, meeting this IELTS requirement is your main barrier to studying in Norway.
  2. 2.Norwegian universities often accept applications through their own portals. Each institution may have slightly different English proficiency requirements, so verify directly with your target university.
  3. 3.Norway's cost of living is high. While tuition is free and some programmes offer stipends, budget carefully and explore additional grants from the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund.

Frequently Asked Questions

What IELTS score is needed for studying in Norway under NORPART?
NORPART-affiliated programmes typically require IELTS Academic 6.0 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each component. Individual Norwegian universities may set higher requirements for specific programmes. TOEFL iBT (79+) is also accepted.
Does Norway charge tuition fees for international students?
No, all Norwegian public universities offer tuition-free education for international students at all levels. You only need to cover living expenses, which are approximately NOK 12,000-14,000 per month.
Can I apply for NORPART from any country?
NORPART focuses on students from partner institutions in developing countries. Eligibility depends on whether your home university has a NORPART partnership agreement with a Norwegian university. Check with your institution for available partnerships.

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