Students' experiences

Barbara from Guatemala: Studying International Tourism and Sustainable Development at campus Bø

Barbara has come all the way from Guatemala to study International Tourism and Sustainable Development here in Norway. Read about her experiences at USN here and see how many of the 22 Mayan languages she can speak.

Petr from the Czech Republic: studying Physical Education, Sport and Outdoor Learning at campus Notodden

"Thanks for the opportunity to stay in such an amazing country. I am really thankful for this age when we can travel and we have so many opportunities - we just should use them and do not be afraid".

Richard, Janet, Mathews and Davie from Malawi: studying Global Health at campus Vestfold

“We got all the necessary briefing concerning our course and what was expected of us and also our stay at the University. The teachers and our classmates were welcoming and including and we felt at home” -Mathews

Charlotte from Belgium: studying International Management at campus Ringerike

We asked exchange student Charlotte from Belgium a few questions about her stay in Norway. Read about how she prepared for the exchange, french fries and that 'homey'-feeling.

Nikolina from Serbia: studying Clay, Art and Design at campus Notodden

"I have only one regret - why didn't I start this earlier? Now I can only tell to other students, explore as much as you can, your home University will always be there, but seize every opportunity to go abroad. You will meet many new people and discover a lot about yourself".

Riina from Finland: studying Business Management at campus Kongsberg

Heard about SKAM? The Norwegian series is inspiring more people to study in Norway, and Riina is one of them! Click here to read about Norwegian culture and people compared to the Finnish, about metal bands and of course; SKAM.

Mihailo from Serbia: studying Clay, Art and Design at campus Notodden

Unexpected Adventure Through An Open Door: “I wanted to go away from home,” said Mihailo Milićević, “to change my life.” Studying in Belgrade University in Serbia, Mihailo decided to take an exchange semester to USN as part of his studies as soon as he learned the possibility to study abroad. This teacher-student and professional Serbian traditional folk dancer is now studying Clay, Art and Design in campus Notodden.

José from Spain: Studying Systems Design and Engineering at Campus Kongsberg

Meet José from Spain! José was offered a technical design project related to his degree here in Norway and he has now told us about the project of a Car Free Oslo and about winning the prize of the “Best technical solution 2018”. José also argues that an academic exchange should be much more than just an academic experience.

Gustavo from Guatemala: Studying Sustainable Tourism at campus Bø

Gustavo has come all the way from Guatemala to study Sustainable Tourism here in Norway. His expectations of a society close to nature and outdoor activities in Norway matches that of his home country.

Ginevra from Italy: studying Physical Education, Sport and Outdoor Learning at campus Notodden.

Ginevra has come from the prestigious University of Bologna in Italy, to study Physical education, sport and outdoor learning at campus Notodden in Norway. She has shared with us some of her memorable experiences as an exchange student here in Norway.

Bart from the Netherlands: studying international management at campus Ringerike

Say "hei" to Bart from the Netherlands. He has told us about outdoor sports and magical views in Norway.

Manon from France: studying Business Administration at campus Bø

Say hi to Manon from Caen in France. She has told us about life as an exchange student in Norway, and about travelling all over Norway (and seeing reindeers!).

Quentin from France: studying English and is taking part in an engineer project about a sailboat.

Say "hei" to Quentin from France! He is studying at Campus Vestfold and has told us about all the great places he has been travelling to in Norway. "If I could say something to the future Erasmus student, don't hesitate, is the perfect place to be!".- Quentin

Lea from Germany: studying International Management at campus Ringerike

Meet Lea from Hochschule Kempten in Germany! She is studying in Hønefoss and has told us a bit about being an exchange student in Norway and climbing mountains.

Wilma from Finland: studying Business Management at campus Kongsberg

Meet Wilma from Helsinki! Wilma has told us about her stay in Norway, about the Finnish concept "sisu" and about the importance of challenging ourselves to move out of our comfort zones.

Arturo from Brazil: studying Electrical Engineering at campus Kongsberg

We asked exchange student Arturo from Brazil a few questions about his stay in Norway. Read his thoughts about living amongst Norwegians, why he is impressed with this country and check out his great pictures here!

Meet Katrina Yau, student at the International Teacher Education for Primary Schools (ITEPS)

Like John Lennon, I am a DREAMER. I believe in global village, where people from different backgrounds work together in harmony as a community. Read on to learn more about Katrina and her life in Norway.

Barbora is studying Norwegian language for foreign students

"Coming here was the best decision of my life", says Barbora. Read about here experiences coming to Norway and USN as an Erasmus student at the Alpine ecology and environmental management programme, then returning four years later to do her master thesis.

Hanna from the Netherlands, ITEPS at campus Drammen

Charlie from China: System Engineering with Embedded System at campus Kongsberg.

Amit from India to Master in Human Rights and Multiculturalism at campus Drammen

Amit Kumar Singh was born in Varanasi, India. Inspired by his mother, Amit aspired to bring change to the lives of people through human rights and yoga.

Gabriela from Brazil, Phd to the Laboratory of Research and Study in Group Practices (LAPEPG) at campus Drammen

PhD student Gabriela Martins Silva has spent the past 4 months in Norway as part of her research towards her degree.

Nassem from Palestine, Master in Human Rights and Multiculturalism at campus Drammen

I chose to study at USN because the master program they offer “human rights and multiculturalism” is unique and interesting. As a Palestinian, I wanted to study human rights to be able to help in my country.

A master of Smart Systems Integration

Antonio Martellotta from Italy has a masters degree in Smart Systems Integration. He graduated in 2015, and is now working for Altran Norway as IoT Engineering Consultant

Sophia is taking a master in Smart Systems Integration

Eriola-Sophia Shanko is from Albania/Greece and is currently finishing her master thesis in Smart Systems Integration (SSI).

Uganda - Finland - Fjell/Konnerud

At campus Drammen we have the possibility of receiving students for nurse practice. This semester we are happy to have Job Tugumizirize as one of our international students, sent from Finland to do his practice placements here.