Bergen School of Architecture
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Bergen School of Architecture

Bergen School of Architecture

Open form architecture: shaping space through collaboration, context, and sustainability.

Arkitekt skole, Bergen Arkitekt skole, Sjøgaten 59, 61a, 5035 Bergen, Norway

About Bergen School of Architecture

Bergen School of Architecture (BAS), established in 1986, stands as Norway's only private, academically independent institution offering a 5-year Master of Architecture program. Located in Bergen, Vestland, the school emphasizes 'Open Form' principles, fostering democratic place-making rooted in Nordic traditions. BAS promotes a diverse approach, influenced by art, activism, and ecology, applied through hands-on engagements. The curriculum integrates sustainability, vernacular building culture, and societal needs. Students explore landscape spaces, engage in practical work, and collaborate across disciplines. Through fieldwork and analysis, they challenge standard practices, developing considerate, sustainable designs for the future. Housed in a transformed industrial mill since 1996, BAS provides a unique spatial laboratory for architectural learning, where the building itself evolves through student-led projects.
Program NameDetails
Master of Architecture
Master

A five-year integrated program focusing on practical and theoretical aspects of architecture, combining studio work with lectures and seminars. The program prepares students for careers in architecture and urban planning, emphasizing creativity and sustainability in design.

5 Years (Integrated Program)
English (Years 4 & 5), Norwegian (Years 1-3 for direct entry)
EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: NOK 43,008 per academic year (approx. EUR 3,600 / USD 4,200). Students from Outside the EU/EEA/EFTA: NOK 325,292 per academic year (approx. EUR 27,300 / USD 32,000)
Deadline: April 15 (for 4th year entry)
Master of Architecture with specialization in Landscape
Master

A five-year integrated master program specializing in Landscape architecture. The program emphasizes practical and theoretical knowledge, combining studio work with lectures and seminars.

5 Years
English (Years 4 & 5), Norwegian (Years 1-3 for direct entry)
EU/EEA/Swiss Citizens: NOK 43,008 per academic year (approx. EUR 3,600 / USD 4,200). Students from Outside the EU/EEA/EFTA: NOK 325,292 per academic year (approx. EUR 27,300 / USD 32,000)
Deadline: April 15 (for 4th year entry)

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Accreditations & Affiliations
Accredited as a university college by NOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education) in October 2024, granting authority to accredit its own study programs at bachelor-level. BAS programs are also accredited by the European Union.
Admissions
Deadlines
April 15 (for 1st year and 4th year Master's admission)
Requirements
Proficiency in Norwegian for 1st-year admission; Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) for 4th-year Master's admission (English program)

Bergen School of Architecture Academic FAQ

Bergen School of Architecture is Open form architecture: shaping space through collaboration, context, and sustainability.

Applicants are typically required to submit: Proficiency in Norwegian for 1st-year admission; Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) for 4th-year Master's admission (English program).

Bergen School of Architecture provides a comprehensive curriculum including: Master of Architecture, Master of Architecture with specialization in Landscape.

Bergen School of Architecture is situated in Bergen, Norway, offering a vibrant context for architectural study.

Yes, Bergen School of Architecture holds accreditations from: Accredited as a university college by NOKUT (Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education) in October 2024, granting authority to accredit its own study programs at bachelor-level. BAS programs are also accredited by the European Union..