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Recognition of foreign higher education (Bachelor, Master and PhD)

For those who will apply for recognition of foreign higher education (bachelor's, master's and PhD degrees).

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Automatic recognition

Automatic recognition is a standardised statement that shows how certain degrees from selected countries are normally assessed by us. The statement may be downloaded and used immediately, without having to apply for recognition.

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Turbo assessment for employers

Developed by: The Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills

Are you in a recruitment process and the employer needs a quick assessment about Your Foreign Higher Education or tertiary vocational Education? Download this statement and send to Your employer for information about Our turbo assessment tool.

Interview based recognition procedure

This is an alternative recognition procedure for applicants without verifiable documentation. You will be referred to this procedure if you apply for general recognition of foreign higher education and your documents cannot be reliably verified.

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