Student Stories

View of Frognerparken in autumn colours.

Life as a Student

Frognerparken Is Amazing

“I like a lot of places in Oslo. But if I had to choose, my first choice would be Frognerparken," says Herish, a master's student from Iran.

Sheree sitting on a table with Sognsvann bihind her and the dense forest surrounding the lake in the background.

Life as a Student

Sognsvann Makes Me Feel Relaxed

"I just love how free I feel when I hike around Sognsvann," says Sheree, a master's student originally from Canada.

Four young people in front of the royal palace.

Life as a Student

Oslo Is Not as Expensive as You Think

The rumours are true—Norway is a relatively expensive country. On the other hand, you will end up spending less on some things in Oslo than you would back home.

Life as a Student

Ten Ways to Survive the Norwegian Winter

We won’t even try to deny it—winters here are definitely on the long side. Fortunately, there are plenty of things you can do to not only survive winter in Oslo, but embrace it.

Julia sitting in front of a graffiti art wall.

Life as a Student

Oslo Has the Perfect Mix of City and Nature

“In Oslo you can go hiking in the woods during the day and go out partying in the evening, ” says Julia, an exchange student from Germany.

A smiling Andrew Edson on a small bridge in the park at St. Hanshaugen.

Life as a Student

The Light in the North is Really Beautiful

Wondering how to spend a summer evening in Oslo? Andrew from Spain shares some of his favourite things to do outdoors during the months when it never really gets dark.