Local admission to Master programmes and further studies
Do you want to apply to two-year master programmes, PPU or further studies as local applicant? Check our step-by-step guide to find out what you need before you apply.
1. When should I apply?
At UiS we have different application deadlines based on which application category you belong to. Some study programmes have their own deadlines and application procedures.
A Norwegian residence permit or citizenship does not automatically entitle you to apply as a local applicant. Please read the application categories and deadlines carefully before you apply.
2. Which and how many programmes can I apply for?
UiS has a variation of master- and further education programmes you can apply to with a completed bachelor's degree.
You can apply for up to five programmes and further studies. Some programmes have specialisations, and they might be listed in the application portal with the programme's name or the name of the specialisation. Check our Study Catalogue.
3. What are the requirements for admission?
You must meet the academic requirements, language requirements, and a minimum grade requirement.
4. Which documents will I need to upload?
How to document education, work experience and other documents relevant for admission.
Education
In general, you need to document that you have completed a Bachelor's degree for admission to master programmes and further studies. You must upload official documentation of your education, e.g. Diploma and Diploma Supplement. Other important documents include your passport, and official translations, if your documents are not in English or a Scandinavian language.
Documenting work experience and more
Some programmes may have additional requirements, and you might have to document relevant work experience, or similar. Therefore, check the admission requirements on the study programme's website. All documentation uploaded to SøknadsWeb must be official documents.
5. Where do I apply?
How to register your application.
You register your application in the application portal Søknadsweb for the University of Stavanger.
Choose first ‘Application for Master's Programmes, PPU and Further Education’ and then choose between these admissions:
- Admission to Master's Programmes and further studies at UiS
- Admission to Master in Pre-Hospital Critical Care
- Admission to Master's Programmes and further education in nursing (Only for programmes that have an application deadline 5 February)
- Admission to PPU
In the next step you add the application alternatives and prioritize them. If you wish to apply for programmes in more than one admission, you can choose ‘New application’.
Remember to submit the application to complete the application process. If you do not submit it and do not receive an email, the application may not be registered.
6. I have applied, what now?
The outcome regarding admission for two-year master programmes, PPU and further education (starting in August) will be sent out no later than 25 July
We recommend paying attention to your email during the application period, as there may be sent questions from the admissions office, documentation requests or the outcome of the application before 25 July. If you receive an offer for a study place or waiting list, you will have about a week to accept it.
If you have questions, you can check our frequently asked questions. If you cannot find your question there, please contact us by email masteropptak@uis.no or phone 51 83 15 44.
Useful links
Opening hours Admissions Office
Monday - friday
12:30-14:30
Arne Rettedals hus, ground floor
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Regulations concerning admission to UiS
Regulations concerning admission to studies and courses at the University of Stavanger (PDF)
Tuition fees
The Norwegian Government has decided to introduce tuition fees for international students coming from outside of EU/EEA from the academic year 2023/2024. More information will be available under the following links.
Tuition fees for international students