Master of Climate Change Management

Western Norway University of Applied Sciences
Climate Change Management
Masters
Business & Management
Public University
Norway

A 2-year (120 ECTS) full-time master’s degree program taught in English at the Sogndal campus. Situated in a region uniquely exposed to fjords, mountains, glaciers, and natural hazards, the program offers a living laboratory for studying climate change. It provides a holistic, interdisciplinary curriculum combining natural sciences and social sciences to evaluate, plan, and advise on sustainable transitions, climate mitigation, and adaptation strategies.

Course Details

Category	Details
Time	Full Time
Campus	Sogndal
Duration	2
Deadline-Date	1-December,
Fee Per Year	260000
Application Fee
Currency	nok
Intake Link	https://www.hvl.no/en/hvl-students/academic-calendar/
Deadline Link	https://www.hvl.no/en/studies-at-hvl/study-programmes/climate-change-management/
Intakes	August
Program language requirement	When applying for admission to international master programmes, applicants outside the Nordic countries must provide evidence of academic achievements and skills in English. Letters of proficiency from universities are not approved to meet the English requirement. Accepted exemptions are mentioned below. The document should be named Proof of English. You need a certificate from one of the following tests: IELTS: International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) with at least 6.0 points. The test must be of the type Academic. We do not accept the IELTS Home test. Upload a copy of your official test result with a legible TRF number in the bottom right corner. HVL will verify your test result online. TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with at least 550 points for Paper-based test (PBT), or at least 80 points for Internet-based test (IBT) or at least 4 points on the 1-6 scale. We accept the TOEFL iBT Home edition test. We do not accept TOEFL My Best Score to meet our English language requirements. Upload a copy of your official Test Taker Score Report. The TOEFL test result cannot be more than two years old when you apply for admission. Pearson PTE Academic: Pearson PTE Academic with an overall score of at least 59. We do not accept the Pearson PTE Home test. Upload a PDF of your score report and HVL will verify your result. Cambridge English Examinations: Cambridge ESOL Examinations: - B2 First – Previously known as First certificate in English with the result B or better, or, -C1 Advanced - Previously known as Certificate in Advanced English with the result C or better, or -C2 Proficiency - Previously known as Certificate of Proficiency with the result C or better Upload your Statement of Results to the application portal and HVL will verify the result. You normally do not have to document your skills in English if you have: Have completed at least one year of your university studies in academic subjects with English as the language of instruction in Great Britain, Ireland, USA, Canada, New Zealand or Australia. Please note that branch campus, validated and franchised programmes and distance learning students are not exempt from providing an English test. Bachelor degree or minimum one year of master studies (60 ECTS) with English as the medium of instruction completed in one of the Nordic countries University degree in English language and/or literature (a degree in other disciplines taught in English does not meet this requirement) Please note that having worked in an English speaking environment or lived in an English speaking country does not satisfy the English language requirement.

Who can Choose this program?

Bachelor’s degree In Environmental Science, Geography, Biology, Economics, Political Science, Engineering, or a related field

Additional Information

Category	Details
Scope of the program	Prepares graduates for specialized advisory, planning, and leadership careers—such as climate advisor, environmental consultant, sustainability manager, municipal climate planner, and transition specialist—across public administration, private consulting firms, energy companies, environmental agencies, and non-governmental organizations, as well as eligibility to pursue doctoral (PhD) studies.
Program entry requirement	The following requirements need to be fulfilled: 1. Bachelor’s degree with a relevant specialization in natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, technology or engineering. The specialization must be relevant for climate and environment studies, for example: energy and environmental sciences, governance and policy, green technology and transition, geosciences and natural hazards or a combination of topics. 2. The grade point average of your bachelor's degree must be C or better 3. Applicants from outside the Nordic countries must provide evidence of their academic achievements and proficiency in English. Language proficiency Proof of proficiency in English: When applying for admission to international master programmes, all applicants outside the Nordic countries must provide evidence of academic achievements and skills in English. Letters of proficiency from universities are not approved to meet the English requirement. Accepted exemptions are mentioned below. The document should be named Proof of English. You need a certificate from one of the following tests: IELTS: International English Language Testing Service (IELTS) with at least 6.0 points. The test must be of the type Academic. We do not accept the IELTS Home test. Upload a copy of your official test result with a legible TRF number in the bottom right corner. HVL will verify your test result online. TOEFL: Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) with at least 550 points for Paper-based test (PBT), or at least 80 points for Internet-based test (IBT). We accept the TOEFL iBT Home edition test. We do not accept TOEFL My Best Score to meet our English language requirements. Upload a copy of your official Test Taker Score Report. The TOEFL test result cannot be more than two years old when you apply for admission. Pearson PTE Academic: Pearson PTE Academic with an overall score of at least 59. We do not accept the Pearson PTE Home test. Upload a PDF of your score report and HVL will verify your result. Cambridge English Examinations: Cambridge ESOL Examinations: - B2 First – Previously known as First certificate in English with the result B or better, or, -C1 Advanced - Previously known as Certificate in Advanced English with the result C or better, or -C2 Proficiency - Previously known as Certificate of Proficiency with the result C or better Upload your Statement of Results to the application portal and HVL will verify the result. Please note that having worked in an English speaking environment or lived in an English speaking country does not satisfy the English language requirement. Secondary education Upper secondary education Scan and upload your official certificate/diploma and transcripts documenting that you have completed your upper secondary education. If you completed Norwegian upper secondary school, and have an electronic diploma you do not need to upload this. The document should be named Secondary School. Higer education Higher education from your country Final certificate/Diploma from relevant Bachelor degree: You must upload your final University degree certificate or diploma with a grading scale. We do not accept provisional certificates. The document should be named Degree diploma. Complete transcript of records from relevant Bachelor degree: You must also upload your complete transcript of records (an official statement listing courses/subjects completed at university). The document should be named Transcript of records University. You must also submit separate transcripts for courses/modules from other institutions included in your degree, such as exempted or transfer credits or in cases of admission to a bachelor’s programme due to advanced standing. If the original language of your documents is not English or a Scandinavian language, officially certified copies of a translation to one of these languages must accompany certified copies of your documents in the original language. Please note that we reserve the right to verify your educational documents with the issuing institution at any time during the admission process. CV Your CV including educational background. The document should be named CV. Identification Passport or ID card Upload a copy of your passport or ID card, including full name, date of birth and gender. Only the ID-page must be scanned and uploaded. Name the pdf file passport or idcard. Financing Only citizens from countries outside the EU/EEA/Switzerland need to document funding. Documentation of financing Financing should be documented with one of the following documents: A recent official bank statement or bank transcript in your own name. The bank statement or bank transcript can show any currency, as long as it is clear from the statement/transcript which currency is being used. A letter confirming that you are eligible for a scholarship or student loan from your home country. A sponsor guarantee letter and a sponsor’s recent official bank statement/transcript. Documentation of financing should not be older than three months at the time of the application, and must be uploaded to the application portal within the application deadline. All documents must be in English or a Scandinavian language. Translation of documents Official translations must accompany any document in which the original language is not English or a Scandinavian language.
Required GPA	A recognized 4-year Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum CGPA of 2.7–3.0/4.0 or equivalent. Competitive universities generally prefer 3.0/4.0 or higher.
GRE Required	No – GRE is not required for this program.
GMAT Required	No – GMAT is not required for this program.
Application Process	1. Apply to an accredited Norwegian higher education institution and secure full-time admission. 2. Receive your official unconditional admission letter confirming your study program. 3. Transfer required living expenses and tuition fees to the university's deposit account or an approved Norwegian bank account. 4. Create an account on the UDI Application Portal Norway and complete the online study permit application. 5. Pay the required UDI residence permit application fee online and download your cover letter. 6. Prepare supporting documents: passport, admission letter, deposit receipt, housing documentation, and insurance. 7. Book a submission appointment at the nearest Norwegian Embassy, Consulate, or VFS Global Centre. 8. Attend your appointment to submit your document checklist, give biometric data, and submit your passport. 9. Track your application status on the UDI portal and await the official decision. 10. Travel to Norway after permit approval and register with the local police station to obtain your Residence Card.
Available Scholarships	https://studyabroadupdates.com/scholarships/
Program accreditation	Accredited by NOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education) under the Norwegian university system.
Living expenses	Living Expenses: Average living costs range from NOK 12,000–16,000 per month, covering accommodation, food, transportation, study materials, and personal expenses. Students should budget around NOK 150,000–170,000 per year.
Visa Process Details	1. Passport: Valid passport with required validity and blank pages (Mandatory). 2. CNIC / B-Form / FRC: Applicant ID and family relationship documents (Mandatory). 3. Photographs: Recent biometric passport-sized photos (Mandatory). 4. Offer letter: Official unconditional admission letter (Mandatory). 5. Tuition fee receipt: Deposit, tuition payment, or scholarship proof (Mandatory/Conditional). 6. Academic documents: Transcripts, degrees, and required attestations (Mandatory). 7. Language certificate: IELTS, TOEFL, or language test proof (Conditional). 8. CV / resume: Updated resume with education and gap details (Mandatory/Conditional). 9. SOP / motivation letter: Study plan and home ties explanation (Mandatory/Conditional). 10. Financial documents: Bank statements, income proof, and source of funds (Mandatory). 11. Sponsor documents: Sponsor ID, affidavit, and income proof (Conditional). 12. Accommodation proof: Housing booking, contract, or university letter (Mandatory/Conditional). 13. Insurance: Travel and health insurance coverage (Mandatory/Conditional). 14. Police certificate: Character clearance certificate if required (Conditional). 15. Medical certificate: Medical clearance certificate if required (Conditional). 16. Translations / legalization: Certified translations or legalization if required (Conditional). 17. Previous refusals: Visa refusal letters and explanation if applicable (Mandatory if applicable). 18. Travel history: Copies of previous visas and travel stamps (Conditional). 19. Family / home ties: Return proof such as FRC, property, or job ties (Recommended). 20. Country-specific: UDI application portal cover letter (Country-specific). 21. Country-specific: Funds deposit in a Norwegian or student bank account (Country-specific). 22. Country-specific: Housing documentation if required (Country-specific).
Part timework	Part-time Work: International students can work up to 20 hours per week during the academic semester and full-time during official holidays. Many students find part-time jobs in retail, hospitality, customer service, and campus roles.
Post-study work opportunity	Post-Study Work Opportunity: After graduation, eligible students can apply for a 12-month Job Seeker Residence Permit to stay in Norway and search for employment. Once they secure a qualifying job, they can apply for a Skilled Worker Residence Permit, which can lead to long-term residence if eligibility requirements are met.

What are the admission requirements for the Master's program in Climate Change Management at HVL?

The admission requirements include a Bachelor's degree relevant to natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, technology, or engineering, with a grade point average of C or better. Additionally, applicants from outside the Nordic countries must provide evidence of academic achievements and proficiency in English through specified tests like IELTS, TOEFL, or Pearson PTE Academic.

What is the duration and structure of the Master's program in Climate Change Management?

The Master's program has a duration of 2 years (120 ECTS) and is delivered through intensive block schedules. The curriculum covers nine core modules and includes a major independent research or applied management project during the final semester.

Are there any scholarships available for international students applying to this program?

Yes, there are scholarships available for international students. More information can be found on the HVL student scholarships page.

What is the living expense estimate for students studying in Norway?

The average living expenses for students in Norway range from NOK 12,000 to NOK 16,000 per month, which covers accommodation, food, transportation, study materials, and personal expenses. Students should budget around NOK 150,000 to NOK 170,000 per year.

Can international students work while studying in Norway?

Yes, international students can work up to 20 hours per week during the academic semester and full-time during official holidays. Many students find part-time jobs in sectors like retail, hospitality, and customer service.