Nord University

Founded in 2016, Nord University is a public university. The university course catalogue consists of 8 courses, across 5 streams, including Business & Management Studies, Science, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), Mass Communication & Media and Animation. The most popular graduate and UG courses offered by the institute, are MS, M.Sc, B.A., B.J.M.C. and B.E. / B.Tech. These are available in 4 specializations, with Biology, Operations, Film Making and Game Design being the major ones. The first-year Nord University tuition fee for the graduate and UG courses is around NOK 1,36,000 - 2,60,000. There is also the cost of accommodation that students have to incur over the duration of their studies which varies greatly with the standard of living students decide to pursue. Students with a good academic track record have a greater chance of admissions to the institute, with the institute accepting a number of test scores and documents as part of the university application process. Among the test scores deemed acceptable for admissions at Nord University: IELTS, TOEFL and PTE.

Founded in 2016, Nord University is a public university. The university course catalogue consists of 8 courses, across 5 streams, including Business & Management Studies, Science, Arts ( Fine / Visual / Performing ), Mass Communication & Media and Animation. The most popular graduate and UG courses offered by the institute, are MS, M.Sc, B.A., B.J.M.C. and B.E. / B.Tech. These are available in 4 specializations, with Biology, Operations, Film Making and Game Design being the major ones. The first-year Nord University tuition fee for the graduate and UG courses is around NOK 1,36,000 - 2,60,000. There is also the cost of accommodation that students have to incur over the duration of their studies which varies greatly with the standard of living students decide to pursue. Students with a good academic track record have a greater chance of admissions to the institute, with the institute accepting a number of test scores and documents as part of the university application process. Among the test scores deemed acceptable for admissions at Nord University: IELTS, TOEFL and PTE.

Nord University offers over 8 courses at levels to Indian students While it has 4 courses at UG level and 4 courses at the graduate level that Indian students can choose from. These Nord University courses are offered in over 5 streams fields of study. Students can specialise in areas such as Biology, Operations, Film Making and Game Design. The duration of undergraduate courses at the university is 3 years and the duration of graduate courses is 2 years.

The cost of attending Nord University depends on the course an Indian student applies for. For UG applicants, the first-year tuition costs around NOK 1,36,000 - 1,60,000. On the other hand, the annual tuition for graduates is NOK 1,36,000 - 1,60,000. Other expenses are also included in the total cost of attending the university. These are hostel fees, food, books and supplies, and other personal expenses.

To get admission to Nord University, Indian students should apply through Official Application Portal. Nord University admission requirements, which comprise previous scores, required GPA, standardised test scores, essays, resumes, SOPs and LORs must be submitted to complete the application process by all Indian applicants. Also, Indian students also have to submit scores of entrance or English language proficiency exams, such as IELTS, TOEFL and PTE, must also be submitted by students.

In the Shiksha Popularity rankings, Nord University ranks at #5 in the National Universities rankings for 2026. In the world rankings, Nord University ranks at #861 for 2026. Nord University subjects have also been ranked in Shiksha Popularity rankings 2026.

By Other Ranking Bodies

Apart from Shiksha Popularity ranking, US News has also ranked the university globally. It ranks Nord University at #1291 in 2025.

Nord University university, located in Bodo, Norway.

The Nord University campus life is oriented around inclusion of all members of community, from students to faculty. The campus culture encourages everyone to participate and lead major events and hone their leadership capabilities in the process. It offers multiple student clubs, distinctive classrooms, breakout rooms, lounges, library and other common spaces as part of the campus.