About Norway
Norway, with its population of just over 5 million, is one of the three Scandinavian countries. It is ranked as one of the best countries to live in and has one of the lowest crime rates in the world. Norway is the northernmost country in Europe and includes a great variety of natural scenery. The span from the lowlands in the southeast to the spectacular fjords and high mountains and coastline in the west and north is very striking. As a student in Norway you will never be short of possibilities for unique nature experiences.
Most of the universities in Norway are public universities which offer their students the opportunity to study without any tuition fees. In a global perspective, Norwegian universities perform particularly strong in International Orientation, but also show a strong commitment to Regional Engagement. Besides, the quality of education in Norway is proven by the high ranking universities. Universities such as University of Bergen, University of Oslo, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, and Norwegian School of Sport Sciences are ranked among the top 200 universities in the world.
Norway is a modern society. Equality is a value deeply rooted in the Norwegian society and is rooted in both legislation and tradition. On campus students benefit from high technological standards and services, modern facilities and equipment, as well as innovative teaching. Norway is also seen as a safe society - you can feel secure almost wherever you are. Studying in Norway will give you a full grasp of the Scandinavian leadership model. You will understand how the inherent Norwegian mentality for equality and a flat hierarchy provide an effective work force, by experiencing it firsthand.
Muslim community in Norway
While Muslims in Norway are a minority, Islam is the second largest religion in the country after Christianity. Meanwhile, an increased number of Norwegians are choosing to become Muslim, according to reports by Norway’s leading Verdens Gang newspaper, up to 3,000 in recent years from 500 during the 1990s. As of 2019, Statistics Norway gives a number of 175,507 Muslims living in Norway.
IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT NORWAY
Norway is a world leader in industries such as oil and gas, oil and gas services, renewable energy, shipping, telecommunications, high-tech products and fish farming. If you are planning a career in any of the aforementioned industries, studying in Norway will provide you with a huge advantage.