Norway Mobility Scholarship 2027 | Master’s and PhD

Introduction

The Norway Mobility Scholarship 2027 is an academic mobility opportunity supported by the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir). It allows eligible international Master’s and PhD students to travel to Norway for research and fieldwork related to their academic projects. The programme mainly benefits students studying Norwegian language, literature, or culture at universities outside Norway. For the 2027 cycle, applicants should check the latest official guidelines and application arrangements to confirm eligibility, funding details, and deadlines before applying.

Scholarship Overview

Important publishing corrections:

• Do not list Bachelor’s, internships, or general research opportunities as eligible categories.

• This grant is specifically for research related to Norwegian language, literature, or culture.

• Applicants must study at an institution outside Norway.

• The grant contributes towards travel and living expenses; it is not fully funded.

• Fieldwork must take place at a Norwegian higher education institution.

Sources: Official programme guidelines and 2025–2026 application requirements.

Scholarship Benefits

The Norway Mobility Scholarship provides financial assistance to eligible Master’s and PhD students undertaking short-term research in Norway. According to the official mobility grant guidelines, the funding contributes towards travel, meals, and accommodation during the research stay.

Benefits breakdown

1. Tuition Fees: Not covered. The grant is intended for research mobility rather than full-degree studies.

2. Monthly Stipend / Living Allowance: A fixed-rate residence stipend is provided for an approved stay of one, two, or three months. Exact 2027 rates are yet to be confirmed.

3. Travel or Airfare: A fixed-rate travel stipend is provided to contribute towards travel expenses.

4. Health Insurance: Not specifically listed as a covered benefit in the available mobility grant guidelines.

5. Accommodation: Accommodation expenses are supported through the residence stipend.

6. Meals: Financial support for meals is included under the board and lodging contribution.

7. Visa Fees: Not specifically confirmed as a covered benefit.

8. Books and Research Allowance: No separate allowance is specified.

Eligibility Criteria

The Norway Mobility Scholarship 2027 is intended for eligible Master’s and PhD students studying at higher education institutions outside Norway. Applicants must have a research project related to Norwegian language, literature, or culture and plan to conduct fieldwork at a Norwegian higher education institution.

General eligibility requirements

1. Nationality: Applicants must study at an institution outside Norway. The available guidelines do not specify a general nationality restriction. Norwegian citizens studying abroad are excluded under the earlier guidelines.

2. Academic Qualifications: Applicants must be enrolled in a Master’s or PhD programme. Bachelor’s students are not eligible.

3. Study Level: Master’s and PhD students are eligible. The grant supports research connected to their thesis or dissertation.

4. Research Field: The proposed research must focus on Norwegian language, Norwegian literature, or Norwegian culture. Students specialising in Norwegian language and literature receive priority.

5. Home Institution: Applicants should study at a university with a Department of Nordic or Scandinavian Studies. Applicants from other departments may be considered if their research has a clear focus on the eligible subjects and funding is available.

6. Norwegian Host Institution: Applicants must arrange a research stay at a Norwegian higher education institution and obtain an invitation from the host institution.

7. Academic Supervisors: Applicants must have an academic supervisor at their home institution and a suitable academic contact or supervisor at the Norwegian host institution.

8. Language Requirements: The application must be submitted in English or a Scandinavian language, according to the 2025–2026 guidelines. No separate English language test score is specified.

9. Age Limit: No specific age limit is mentioned in the available official guidelines.

10. Work Experience: Previous professional work experience is not listed as an eligibility requirement.

11. Previous Funding: Applicants who have previously received an HK-dir mobility grant for the same project at the same educational level may be ineligible.

Required Documents

Applicants should prepare the following documents:

• Completed online application form.

• Detailed research project description.

• Recommendation letter from the applicant’s home-institution supervisor, written on official university letterhead and signed.

• Personal invitation letter from the Norwegian host institution.

• Details of the Norwegian academic supervisor.

• Details of the supervisor at the applicant’s home institution.

• Copy of passport or national ID.

Important application conditions

• Applications must be submitted through the official Espresso online application portal.

• The research project must clearly explain why fieldwork in Norway is necessary.

• The Norwegian host institution must agree to support the applicant’s research visit.

• Incomplete applications may be rejected.

Available Fields of Study / Programmes

The Norway Mobility Scholarship 2027 is specifically intended for Master’s and PhD students conducting research related to Norwegian studies.

According to the published HK-dir mobility grant guidelines, the following research areas are eligible:

1. Norwegian Language – Research focusing on the Norwegian language, including linguistic studies.

2. Norwegian Literature – Research involving Norwegian literary works, authors, and literary studies.

3. Norwegian Culture – Research exploring Norwegian culture and related cultural topics.

Eligible Study Levels

• Master’s

• PhD

Important Note

Students enrolled in Nordic or Scandinavian Studies departments are the primary target applicants. Students from other academic departments may also be considered if their thesis or dissertation has a clear focus on Norwegian language, literature, or culture, subject to available funding.

Please note: These are research subject areas, not separate degree programmes. No broader list of eligible programmes or participating universities has been confirmed for the 2027 application cycle.

How to Apply

Applicants can apply directly through the online Espresso application portal managed by the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir).

Follow these steps to complete the application:

1. Check Eligibility: Confirm that you meet the academic and research requirements.

2. Find a Norwegian Host Institution: Contact a suitable Norwegian university and arrange a research visit.

3. Prepare Your Research Proposal: Write a detailed description of your research project and its objectives.

4. Collect Required Documents: Obtain an invitation letter from the Norwegian host institution and a recommendation letter from your home-institution supervisor.

5. Complete the Application Form: Fill out the online application form and provide the required academic and personal information.

6. Submit Your Application: Review your details and submit the application before the official deadline.Important dates

Required Documents

Applicants for the Norway Mobility Scholarship should prepare the following documents according to the published 2025–2026 official guidelines.

1. Research Project Description: A detailed description of the proposed research, including its topic, objectives, research questions, sources, and reasons for conducting fieldwork in Norway.

2. Recommendation Letter: A personal recommendation letter from the supervisor at the applicant’s home institution. It must be written on official university letterhead and signed.

3. Invitation Letter: A personal invitation letter from the Norwegian host higher education institution.

4. Passport or National ID Copy: A copy of a valid passport or national identification document.

5. Academic Supervisor Details: Contact and professional details of the supervisor at the applicant’s home institution and the academic supervisor at the Norwegian host institution must be provided in the application form.

Additional Information

• The application must be completed in English or Norwegian.

• A separate English language proficiency test result is not listed as a mandatory document.

• CV, academic transcripts, and degree certificates are not listed among the mandatory attachments in the published guidelines.

Application Timeline – Norway Mobility Scholarship 2027

The official 2027 application schedule has not yet been announced by the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills (HK-dir). Applicants should check the official website for updates.

Important notes:

• Applications are submitted directly through the Espresso online portal.

• No separate nomination or interview stage is confirmed in the published guidelines.

• All applicants are informed of the application outcome.

• The exact 2027 dates will be confirmed when the new application call is released.