Information for Students from Norway

At QMU we have a long tradition of welcoming students from all over the world. Around 25% of Queen Margaret University students are international coming from over 80 countries throughout the world.

Find out more specific information to help you plan your studies at QMU.

Entry Requirements

For undergraduate courses:

We welcome applications from Norwegian students with an average Vitnemål/VVO score of 3.5 or above.

Admission to our undergraduate programmes can be made by those holding a relevant diploma or other recognised qualification such as GCE A Levels, International Baccalaureate, American High School Diploma with SAT’s or AP’s or other recognised qualification.

For postgraduate courses:

We will consider applications from students holding a good Bachelors degree from a recognised university.

Please note that the above is given for guidance only and that entry requirements will vary between courses. We may also be looking for a strong Statement of Purpose/Personal Statement, some work experience or specific subjects to have been studied at an advanced level. For more information, see our individual course pages.

How To Apply

English Language Requirements

Students holding a Vitnemål (VVO) score of 4-5 for English may be exempted from requiring IELTS or equivalent. 

Alternatively you should hold a recent English language qualification in order to be considered for study at Queen Margaret University.

English Language Requirements

 

Scholarships, Fees and Funding

QMU International Scholarships:

The University is pleased to offer a number of competitive scholarships of up to £3,000 each for new international students undertaking their first year of study on an undergraduate or postgraduate degree. The scholarship is granted as a reduction of the tuition fee and is available to students who are self-funding with an international tuition fee of more than £9,000 for a single year of study only. Applications can be made by students who have received an offer of a place of study at the University.

For other information on funding sources, please visit the:British Council 

Tuition Fees and Funding

Our commitment to providing accessibly priced courses

Reflecting the centrality of social justice to QMU’s ethos and the value we place upon diversity in the classroom, we aim to keep our courses affordable to international students, wherever they come from. You might be pleasantly surprised by our fee rates. See the Fees and Charges section of our website to view international fees per course.

 

QMU Representation in Norway

Across The Pond
E: info@studyacrossthepond.com
W: no.studyacrossthepond.com/

SONOR
Oslo Office
Torggata 11
0181 Oslo
info@sonor.no
sonor.no

Norwegian Representation in the UK

Royal Norwegian Consulate General
86 George Street
Edinburgh
EH2 3BU
T: +44 131 226 5701
F: +44 131 220 4976
E: norwayconsgen.edinburgh@gmail.com
W: norway.org.uk/Embassy/Consulates-in-the-UK/edinburgh/

There is also a Norwegian Students Association, NORSA, in Edinburgh which represents the interests of Norwegian students in the city and organises social events throughout the year. 

Hear from our International Students on 'Why QMU?' below:

International Office

Tel: +44 131 474 0099

Email us

Chat With Us Online

Join the International Team for an online chat and ask us about studying at QMU.

Meet with us online to ask your questions.

Opportunities to Meet Us