3 to 4 years for PhD; 1 to 2 semesters for mobility grants
Deadline
Varies (PhD vacanc
Level
Master, PhD, Postdoctoral
Acceptance
Varies by department
Difficulty
High
โจ Should I Apply for University of Bergen International PhD Fellowships and Mobility Grants?
Instant AI-powered application intelligence
60%
Eligibility Match
8%
Win Probability
9/10
Difficulty
10/10
Reward Score
60โ80 hrs
Time Required
Varies (Highly competitive for PhD positions)
Competition
๐ Overview
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Award Amount
Approximately 532,200 NOK to 550,000 NOK gross annual salary for PhDs
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Duration
3 to 4 years for PhD; 1 to 2 semesters for mobility grants
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Deadline
Varies (PhD vacancies are posted year-round; Master exchange deadlines are typically April 15 and October 15)
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Fields
All fields including Humanities, Law, Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Medicine, Psychology, Social Sciences, Fine Art, Music and Design
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Awards/Year
Varies (Hundreds of PhD positions advertised annually)
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Study Country
Norway
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Provider
University of Bergen (UiB)
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Acceptance
Varies by department
The University of Bergen offers funding primarily through PhD Fellowships which are full-time paid positions. Norway recently introduced tuition fees for non-EU/EEA Master's students, making these PhD positions and specific exchange grants (like Erasmus+ or NORPART) the primary source of funding for international students.
๐ฅ Who Should Apply
Applicants must meet the specific academic requirements of the faculty, possess a relevant Master's degree, and meet English language proficiency standards.
๐๏ธ Host University
University of Bergen
๐ค Sponsor
University of Bergen and the Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research
๐ฌ Fields of Study
All fields including Humanities, Law, Mathematics and Natural Sciences, Medicine, Psychology, Social Sciences, Fine Art, Music and Design
โจ Key Benefits
PhD candidates are treated as staff members with full social security benefits, a competitive salary, and no tuition fees. Master's students may receive stipends through Erasmus+ or NORPART programs.
Check official annual reports for specific department data
Applicants Last Year
Varies by department and faculty
Winners
Varies by department
Acceptance Rate
Varies (Highly competitive for PhD positions)
Competition Level
Win Probability
8%
Match Score
60%
Competition
95%
๐ธ Funding Breakdown
Tuition
Yes (PhDs are employees; Master's exchange students are exempt; others must check specific grants)
Living Stipend
Included in the monthly salary for PhD Fellows; varies for Master grants
Total Award
Approximately 532,200 NOK to
โ๏ธ Travel: Varies (Available through specific mobility grants like Erasmus+ or project-specific funding)๐ Accommodation: No (Paid by student from salary or stipend)๐ Health Insurance: Yes (Automatic enrollment in the Norwegian National Insurance Scheme)๐ Renewable: No๐ณ App Fee: Free
๐ Tuition Coverage
Yes (PhDs are employees; Master's exchange students are exempt; others must check specific grants)
๐ Living Stipend
Included in the monthly salary for PhD Fellows; varies for Master grants
๐ก Accommodation
No (Paid by student from salary or stipend)
โ๏ธ Travel Allowance
Varies (Available through specific mobility grants like Erasmus+ or project-specific funding)
๐ Health Insurance
Yes (Automatic enrollment in the Norwegian National Insurance Scheme)
๐ Other Benefits
Pension contributions, paid parental leave, 25 days of paid annual vacation, and access to university welfare programs
๐ Renewable
No
๐ Renewal Conditions
PhD contracts are for a fixed term and generally not renewable beyond the project end date
โ Eligibility Requirements
๐ Eligible Nationalities
Master's degree with high academic standing (for PhD); Enrollment at a partner university (for exchange)
๐ Academic Level
Master, PhD, Postdoctoral
๐ Minimum GPA
B average or equivalent (Grade B or better on the Norwegian scale for the Master's thesis)
๐ฃ๏ธ English Requirement
IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, or equivalent certification
๐ผ Work Experience
Not strictly required but research experience is highly valued
๐ Leadership
Not required
๐ฐ Financial Need
Not considered for merit-based research fellowships
๐ฏ Target Students
International and Domestic Students
๐ Application Requirements
Essay / SOP
Yes (Research Proposal or Statement of Purpose)
Rec Letters
Yes (Typically 2-3 academic references)
Interview
Yes (Standard for all PhD and academic staff positions)
Applicants must meet the specific academic requirements of the faculty, possess a relevant Master's degree, and meet English language proficiency standards.
This scholarship covers: PhD candidates are treated as staff members with full social security benefits, a competitive salary, and no tuition fees. Master's students may receive stipends through Erasmus+ or NORPART programs.. It is a fully funded scholarship.
The deadline is Varies (PhD vacancies are posted year-round; Master exchange deadlines are typically April 15 and October 15). Always verify with the official website as dates may change annually.
Competition level: Varies (Highly competitive for PhD positions). Acceptance rate: Varies by department. Strong academic record and clear motivation are essential.
No
Typically required: academic transcripts, passport, IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, or equivalent certification, Yes (Typically 2-3 academic references) recommendation letters, CV, personal statement/motivation letter. Check official website for the complete list.