New International Students
Welcome to the Faculty of Humanities! We want you to have the best start possible, and hope you will join our exciting first week.
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Orientation week January 2027!
The orientation week is Monday 11th to Friday 15th of January. There will be activities organized for all exchange students during this first week - we advise you to join in on the fun! Your given buddies will keep you posted about the program on your Whatsapp group (which is provided to you the first day).
Questions about the buddy system can be directed to hf-fadder@hf.uio.no.
Click this link to learn more about finding your way at UiO as a new exchange student.
The program is under construction, changes may occur. It will be finalised in December.
Orientation week events at the Faculty of Humanities
Links to events will be posted here.
Events at UiO
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Webinar: Explore our master’s programmes in health economics, policy & management Oct. 15, 2026 2:00 PM
Thinking about a master's in health economics and management? Get a closer look at two programmes at UiO, hear directly from the programme teams and ask your questions live.
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Webinar: Study at UiO – How to apply Oct. 15, 2026 4:00 PM
Thinking of applying for an international master's programme at the University of Oslo? Join our webinar to learn how the application process works and what you need to prepare.
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Language café Oct. 15, 2026 5:00 PM
Do you want to learn and practice languages while getting to know people from around the world? Come to the language café then!
Buddy system for exchange students
As a new exchange student you are automatically signed up to a buddy group. The Faculty of Humanities will make sure you are connected with your buddy.
If you have questions regarding your buddy group, please contact the chief executive buddies at The Faculty of Humanities at hf-fadder@hf.uio.no
General information
Contact your Department or Faculty
To register for courses, please contact the relevant departments and faculties.
Go to the list of contacts for departments and faculties.
The student information center
For general questions, please contact the student information at The Faculty of Humanities offers information on general administrative issues concerning your studies.
Go to the Student Information Center at The Faculty of Humanities.
International student at UiO
Coming to study and live in a new country is a life changing experience, and we aim to help ensure that you receive a warm welcome and that your first weeks run as smoothly as possible.
See more information about settling and finding your way around UiO.
