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University of Bergen
Contact: +47 55 58 90 23
Universitetet i Bergen
Langes gate 3, 5020 Bergen, Norway
3.80 / 5 based on 96 reviews.
Description:
The Parliamentary Resolution of 9th April, 1946, formally established the University of Bergen. By European standards the University of Bergen is a young university. However, its academic roots are deep. Research and teaching have long been fields of activity in Bergen's Museum, which was founded as far back as 1825.
87% of students recommend
96 reviews
96 reviews of Universitetet i Bergen
HOUSING
by Maria, Universidade de Aveiro, Aveiro, Portugal
Biology, Erasmus
Personal assessment
Type of housing: Residence hall outside of campus
Arranged by: Home university
If returning, I would choose: Residence hall outside of campus
Why? The residence hall where I stayed had 1000 students from very different nationalities, it was a very rewarding place to live.
Personal comments:
The university has several residence halls, most of them not on campus, which isn't concentrated in one place. Fantoft residence is ugly in the outside but the people that live in it make it completely amazing. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
STUDENT LIFE
by Van, Universitaire Instelling Antwerpen, Antwerp, Belgium
Communication and Information Sciences, Erasmus
Personal social experience
Describe host city: Student life dominates the city
Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment Nightlife, Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment Personal comments:
You should definitely go to USF(old sardine factory) where they have many concerts and cultural events! If you like more hardrock music, then the famous "Hullen" bar in a cave(!) is the place for you! Many other cozy places to go to (Cafe Vögen, next to it you have Mr Bean coffee house,...) This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
ACADEMIC
by leyamb, University of Washington, Seattle, Seattle, United States
European Studies, University Agreement
My academic experiences
Course recommendations:
There are many courses offered in English, but try to find some that are not directed only at international students.
My opinion of the university assessment
Personal comments:
Study hard in the winter, because after 4 months of rain, it'll be hard to study for exams when the sun finally shows its face. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
by Gaëlle, Université de Genève, Geneva, Switzerland
Humanities, Independent
Language difficulties
Language of instruction: English
Local language was: Different than language of instruction.
Was learning English a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't. Was learning the local language a key decision factor?
Yes, I wanted to improve my knowledge How much did you improve your English?
My level before: At ease in most situations My level after: At ease in most situations How much did you improve your local language?
My level before: Basic phrases My level after: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.) Personal comments:
Improving my skills in norwegian was one of my motivation to go to Bergen. Therefor I followed an intensiv language course during the first semester and chose some university courses in Norwegian during the second semester. I did improve my norwegian but did not have enough opportunities to speak with nativ speakers, most of my friends being exchange students as well. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
EXPENSES
by Van, Universitaire Instelling Antwerpen, Antwerp, Belgium
Communication and Information Sciences, Erasmus
The accessibility of student needs
Main source of funding:
Family Other sources of funding:
Personal savings An ERASMUS grant Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options Personal spending habits:
You are in a Scandinavian country! the living standard is pretty high compared to most other (European) countries. Especially alcohol and tabaco are heavily taxed! But in many occassions you get a fat discount (-50%) on display of your NORWEGIAN studentcard (trains, bus, museums, travelling arrangements,...) USE IT! Food, Travel, Nightlife, Overall, Telephone, Housing: was more expensive than at home.
Personal comments:
You are best of (and cheapest) when you stay at one of the Studenthomes of SIB (university housing dep.)I stayed at Fantoft, which is the biggest one with most international students (5km from city center). Go to Freetex for second-hand stuff to decorate your new place, or IKEA in Asane (outside Bergen, 20min. by bus) This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
OVERALL
by leyamb, University of Washington, Seattle, Seattle, United States
European Studies, University Agreement
Important to choosing this university...
I wish I had known...
Bergen is very isolated, so travel in and out of it is more time consuming and/or expensive. Ski trails up at Geilo/Voss are free, so take advantage!!!!!!! In my opinion:
Everybody loved it, you will too!
During my experience abroad, I ...
Personal recommendation:
It's great, but try to integrate yourself and bring/buy good raingear (including shoes!) FINAL COMMENTS
The trains often have "green departures" which means that they are half price. The Turforlag (or something to that nature) has great hiking maps of the area. The cheapest way to fly is to go to the airport and buy a "sjansebillet" which is on a space available basis, but there is always space! Do not try to continue your habits of eating out all the time, it will get you fat and cost you too much money, try to eat like a Weegie (Norwegian) make open-faced sandwiches to bring to school. Buy a bike if you'll be at Fantoft, it'll save you 570 NOK a month!!!! Check for the police aucitons, they have the cheapest bikes in town. Get your but out and explore some of the great hills surrounding Bergen, they all have trails and offer the best views around. Don't just do Floyen once, go up every month, walk both ways if you can. This review is the opinion of an iAgora member, and not of iAgora itself
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