Erasmus guide Oslo Metropolitan University

Study abroad at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) means choosing Norway's largest applied-sciences university, based in central Oslo on Pilestredet, with 160+ English-taught courses across health, education, social sciences and technology. In practice, the useful context is enrollment: Approx. 20,000 students; international mix: Smaller incoming exchange cohort than NTNU/UiO; OsloMet runs 5 international master's programmes plus 160+ English-taught exchange courses; academically it fits best around Health sciences, Education, Social sciences, Technology, art and design. The part to check without romanticising it: you should confirm your home faculty accepts applied, practice-led coursework.

Exchange at OsloMet starts with nomination by your home university, after which OsloMet emails application instructions within about 48 hours. The autumn intake nominates by April 1 and applies by April 15; the spring intake nominates by September 23 and applies by October 1.

Academics at OsloMet lean more practical than at a pure research university: assessment mixes coursework, portfolios and clinical or field placements alongside written exams, reflecting its strength in health sciences, education and social work. Exchange students choose from 160+ English-taught courses, no Norwegian required.

Tuition at OsloMet is free for exchange students and for EU/EEA/Swiss citizens, matching Norwegian students. Since a 2023 policy change, non-EU/EEA full-degree students do pay tuition — NOK 63,300 to 95,000 per year depending on programme — but exchange students remain tuition-free regardless of nationality.

Fees change annually — verify current rates on the official exchange office page

Student housing at OsloMet runs through SiO, which manages over 8,900 units across Oslo. Kringsjå and Sogn — the two largest student villages — have the best availability for international students; Kringsjå adds direct metro access plus easy reach of Nordmarka forest and Sognsvann lake.

International students get a dedicated International Office for exchange paperwork and pre-arrival guidance, plus SiO Helse for low-cost health and counselling services. Non-EU/EEA students should plan their residence-permit application alongside OsloMet's admission calendar.

Student life at OsloMet centres on its central Pilestredet location — students are minutes from the rest of Oslo's nightlife, museums and parks rather than an isolated campus. SiO Athletica gives discounted access to gyms and sports facilities across the city.