University of Oslo
The University of Oslo (UiO) is Norway's leading research university and largest teaching institution. Since its foundation in 1811, the University of Oslo has contributed to international research in networks and consortia within a wide range of scientific disciplines. The flow of researchers to and from the University of Oslo is substantial, and Oslo annually hosts a high number of international conferences and seminars. In combination with a high level of student mobility, this secures valuable contributions from the global research community and ensures that the UiO maintains its position as a truly international university.
International research cooperation at the University of Oslo is based on a bottom-up approach, the basis for all international links being researcher-to-researcher cooperation. Such cooperation has been developed into some 100 bilateral agreements - a large portfolio of co-operation projects worldwide. The University of Oslo maintains extensive links with institutions in the Nordic countries and the European Union. In keeping with national priorities, the UiO's international policy also focuses strongly on solidarity and participation in global development, based on long-term co-operation with institutions in developing countries. It has also strong and viable links to a number of US and Chinese institutions.
Situated in the capital of Norway - the area with the highest density of students and scholars, and about 100 research and teaching institutions - the University of Oslo continues to strengthen its position as a research university of a high international standard. It has four Nobel Prizes and eight Centres of Excellence, covering the areas of Medicine, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities. It also coordinates two Nordic Centres of Excellence. Roughly one-third of all scientific publications in Norway are written by UiO researchers, demonstrating its unique position as Norway’s leading university.
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