Norwegian institutions of higher education welcome applications from qualified students from around the world. Nearly 10,000 foreign nationals are currently enrolled at Norway’s educational system. By visiting the website Study in Norway, the official gateway to higher education and research in Norway, students will find a lot of useful information on institutions, study programs and other practical information on living in Norway. -The presence of other cultures enriches the institutions, says Information adviser Stian Hofslett Thowsen from "Study in Norway" (source: www.norway.org.tr), the umbrella organization for the institutions of higher education in Norway.
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Application deadline and procedure for YGGDRASIL programme
The Yggdrasil mobility programme aims to make Norway an attractive research destination for highly qualified international Ph.D. students, and and at the same time strengthen the Norwegian research communities. The programme is open to all academic areas of study/research, and is intended for students conducting research on a temporary basis at a Norwegian research institution. The grant period may last from a minimum of one to a maximum of ten months. Application deadline is 15 February 2012. You can find more information about the programme and application forms on YGGDRASIL Grants
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