FAQ - Admissions // Study counselling

Does my foreign degree qualify for the Master's in Intercultural Studies?

Category: Admissions · Master's programmes

To apply to the Master in Intercultural Studies (MAIKS) at NLA Bergen, your bachelor's degree must be equivalent to a Norwegian 3-year bachelor's (minimum 180 ECTS) and include a graded thesis or major paper (grade C or higher).

NLA assesses foreign degrees during the application process. When applying, upload:

• Your diploma and official transcripts
• A translation into Norwegian or English (if not already in a Scandinavian language or English)

You do not need a NOKUT recognition before applying, but it can strengthen your application. Apply for NOKUT recognition at 👉 hkdir.no

⚠️ The programme is taught in Norwegian. You must document Norwegian proficiency (e.g. Bergenstesten at B2 or equivalent) regardless of where your degree is from.

Questions? Email [e-mail]

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How do I book study counselling if I am not yet an NLA student?

Category: Admissions · Study counselling

The booking link on the NLA website requires a Microsoft login linked to an active NLA student account. If you are a prospective or external applicant, you cannot use this link.

Instead, contact the admissions office directly:

📧 [e-mail] 📞 [phone] (Bergen reception)

Write in Norwegian, English, or your preferred language — the team will connect you with the right counsellor for your programme of interest.

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What is the application deadline for Master's programmes (autumn 2026)?

Category: Admissions · Deadlines

Master's programmes at NLA, including the Master in Intercultural Studies, use local admission — you apply directly through NLA, not via Samordna opptak.

👉 Apply at: fsweb.no/soknadsweb — no existing NLA account needed.

The standard deadline for local master's admission is 1 March. Deadlines may vary by programme.

✅ Always confirm the exact deadline for your programme by emailing [e-mail] before applying.

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