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Study social sciences in Norway

Universities and colleges in Norway recorded as teaching social sciences, with the levels they teach and what a year of study costs.

Includes Politics, sociology, international relations, anthropology

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36 social sciences courses in Norway, from the official register. From official course data (government statistics and national course registers). In the official European data some fields are grouped (social sciences are counted together with journalism and information), so check the course list on the university’s website.

Subjects we can show you in Norway

Business and management 25Computing and software 17Engineering 15Medicine and health 20Nursing and midwifery 9Law 6Social sciences 19Psychology 7Education and teaching 19Natural sciences 9Mathematics and statistics 2Economics and finance 11Art and design 10Music and performing arts 9Media and journalism 9Architecture and built environment 8Agriculture and environment 6Hospitality and tourism 4Languages and literature 6Sport and exercise science 8
Any level FoundationBachelor'sMaster'sDoctorateShort courses

19 institutions recorded as teaching this in Norway.

Order: Universities first, then most programmes or graduates in this field A to Z

Institutions

Nord University

University · Bodø
Bachelor's · Master's
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Studying in Norway at a glance

Tuition a year
NOK 60,000 to NOK 205,600
Living costs a month
NOK 15,500 to NOK 15,500
First year, all in, from
EUR 23,800
Money to show for the visa
NOK 170,400
Work during term
20 hours a week
Stay to work after
1 year

Official figures, checked 2026-09-24. Tuition for social sciences can differ from the country average.

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Questions students ask

How much does it cost to study social sciences in Norway?

Tuition for international students runs from NOK 60,000 to NOK 205,600 a year, and living costs from NOK 15,500 a month. With the visa fee, a first year starts at about EUR 23,800. Fees for social sciences can be higher than the average; check the course page.

Can I work while I study in Norway?

Yes, up to 20 hours a week during term on a student visa, and more in the holidays where the rules allow.

Can I stay and work in Norway after I graduate?

Yes: Residence permit as a job seeker gives you 1 year.

Scholarships to study social sciences, by nationality

Government scholarships open to your passport, with deadlines and the official pages. Many accept any subject: check each scheme.

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