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Mobility Grant for Norwegian Language and Literature: A Unique Opportunity for International Students

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  1. Overview of Mobility Grant for Norwegian Language
  2. Grant Benefits
  3. Eligibility Criteria
  4. Application Process and Important Dates

The Mobility Grant for Norwegian Language and Literature offers a remarkable opportunity for Master’s and Ph.D. students worldwide who wish to conduct fieldwork related to their dissertation on Norwegian language or literature. Awarded by the Norwegian Institute, this grant is specifically aimed at students from institutions with a Department for Nordic/Scandinavian Studies. The grant facilitates the opportunity to conduct research in Norway, enriching the academic work of students with direct exposure to Norwegian culture, language, and literature.

Scholarship Overview:

The Mobility Grant is designed for students who have chosen Norwegian language or Norwegian literature as the subject of their dissertation and wish to spend a period of fieldwork in Norway. The duration of the grant is a minimum of one month and a maximum of three months, providing ample time for in-depth research at a Norwegian higher educational or research institution.

This grant covers a range of expenses including travel, board, and lodging, which significantly supports students during their stay in Norway. The grant aims to assist students in strengthening their dissertation research and allows them to engage with experts and resources available at Norwegian institutions.

Programs Offered:

  • Language Studies
  • Literature Studies

Grant Benefits

The Mobility Grant for Norwegian Language and Literature offers the following benefits:

  1. Travel Grant:
    The travel grant is differentiated based on the location of the applicant’s home country:

    • NOK 3,000 for travel from Europe
    • NOK 4,500 for travel from St. Petersburg and Moscow (Russia)
    • NOK 6,000 for travel from other cities in Russia, Eurasian countries, and beyond Europe

  2. Board and Lodging:
    The grant provides NOK 11,800 per month for board and lodging, following the rates set by the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund.

  3. Research Support:
    The grant serves as a contribution toward the expenses of conducting fieldwork in Norway, allowing students to focus on research without financial burden.

Eligibility Criteria

To qualify for the Mobility Grant, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Language Requirement: Proficiency in English.
  • Eligible Countries: Open to all countries outside Norway.
  • Level of Study: Available to Master's and Ph.D. students from institutions with a Department for Nordic/Scandinavian Studies.
  • Dissertation Topic: The student’s dissertation must focus on Norwegian language or Norwegian literature.
  • Fieldwork Requirement: The grant must be used for conducting fieldwork in Norway related to the dissertation topic.
  • Tutor Requirement: Applicants must provide details of a tutor at a Norwegian institution who has agreed to guide their research during the stay.

Who cannot apply?

  • Bachelor students.
  • Students who have previously received grants for the same project from Diku (SIU).
  • Students with Norwegian citizenship, even if they are studying outside Norway.

Application Process and Important Dates

To apply for the Mobility Grant for Norwegian Language and Literature, follow these steps:

  1. Read the Guidelines:
    Download and read the detailed Guidelines for the Mobility Grant.

  2. Prepare a Project Description:
    Write a clear project description detailing your dissertation work and why fieldwork in Norway is essential.

  3. Contact a Norwegian Tutor and Institution:
    Secure a tutor from a Norwegian higher educational or research institution who will supervise your research during your stay in Norway.

  4. Fill Out the Online Application Form:
    Submit the online application through Espresso, where you can apply in English or Norwegian.

  5. Obligatory Attachments:
    You must include the following documents with your application:

    • A recommendation letter from your home institution tutor.
    • A personal invitation letter from the Norwegian institution where you will be conducting your fieldwork.

  6. Submit the Application:
    Ensure your complete application is submitted before the March 25, 2025 deadline.

  7. Assessment:
    The Program Committee for Norwegian Studies Abroad will assess your application. You will be informed about the outcome in May 2025.

How to Apply

Interested and qualified? Go to Scholarship at Uniplus Global to apply

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