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India Today
2 days ago
- Business
- India Today
Norway's princess takes break from royal duties to pursue college abroad
Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway is set to begin her university education in Australia. The 21-year-old royal will pursue a degree in social sciences at the University of Sydney starting this a notable step towards personal growth, Norway's Princess Ingrid Alexandra will pause her royal duties to pursue higher education full-time. The 21-year-old royal, second in line to the Norwegian throne, is set to begin a bachelor's degree in social sciences at the University of Sydney this August. Photo credit: AP advertisementAccording to an official statement from the Royal House of Norway, the Princess is eager to focus on her studies in the coming years. During her time in Australia, she will live in student accommodation on campus, immersing herself fully in university life. The University of Sydney has warmly welcomed her decision. Kirsten Andrews, Vice-President of the university, expressed enthusiasm, stating, 'We're thrilled that the Princess has chosen our institution and are confident she'll enjoy everything Sydney has to offer.'Born and raised in Oslo, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is the daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and the granddaughter of King Harald V. She recently completed 15 months of military training, serving as an engineer soldier and her mother, Crown Princess Mette-Marit, also spent time in Australia during her youth, attending Wangaratta High School in Victoria for a year.
NDTV
3 days ago
- Science
- NDTV
Norway's Princess Ingrid Alexandra Pauses Royal Duties For Higher Education
Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway, second in line to the Norwegian throne, is set to begin her higher education journey in Australia. The 21-year-old royal will pursue a bachelor's degree in social sciences at the University of Sydney, starting in August. In a significant personal decision, the Princess will temporarily step back from her royal duties to focus on full-time studies. She is expected to reside in on-campus student housing during her time at the university. The Royal House of Norway shared that "Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come." The University of Sydney expressed excitement over her decision. "We are delighted that the Princess has chosen the University of Sydney to further her education, and we're sure she'll love Sydney as much as we do," said Kirsten Andrews, the university's Vice-President. She added that the Princess will have access to a vibrant campus community and the best that the city has to offer. Princess Ingrid Alexandra is the daughter of Crown Prince Haakon and the granddaughter of King Harald of Norway. She was born and raised in Oslo and recently completed 15 months of military service as an engineer soldier and rifleman. During her school days, the Princess's mother spent a year with her at Wangaratta High School in Victoria.
Sydney Morning Herald
4 days ago
- Sport
- Sydney Morning Herald
Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps royal duties for student life in Sydney
London: She's jumped from a plane at 20,000 feet, commanded a fighting vehicle in Norway's icy north and scrubbed barracks floors as part of her military service. But now, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is preparing for a very different kind of challenge: student life at the University of Sydney. The 21-year-old heir to the Norwegian throne will relocate to Australia in August to begin a three-year Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on international relations and political economy, the Royal House of Norway confirmed. The first child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, the princess is second in line to the Norwegian throne – after her father – and is poised to one day become Norway's first queen regnant for more than 600 years. The last was Queen Margaret, who ruled Norway, Denmark and Sweden from 1387 to 1412. She will be living at St Andrew's College, one of the university's most prestigious student residences, known for its strong alumni network, sandstone halls, and prominent traditions. The college's principal Dr Daniel Tyler confirmed the news, first reported by the MailOnline, in an email to students. 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life.' he wrote. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' University of Sydney's vice-president Kirsten Andrews told Norwegian broadcaster NRK: 'We're very glad that Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra has chosen to study at the University of Sydney. University officials look forward to welcoming her and helping her get acquainted with university life and her studies.' Ingrid Alexandra's passion for sport and the outdoors is well documented: she's a junior surfing champion, a keen skier, and trains in kickboxing. Her father has joked that if he were not heir to the throne, she 'would have liked to have been a pro surfer on the World Tour.' But in recent years, she has increasingly focused on environmental protection and international affairs – interests that now form the foundation of her studies.
The Age
4 days ago
- Sport
- The Age
Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps royal duties for student life in Sydney
London: She's jumped from a plane at 20,000 feet, commanded a fighting vehicle in Norway's icy north and scrubbed barracks floors as part of her military service. But now, Princess Ingrid Alexandra is preparing for a very different kind of challenge: student life at the University of Sydney. The 21-year-old heir to the Norwegian throne will relocate to Australia in August to begin a three-year Bachelor of Arts degree with a focus on international relations and political economy, the Royal House of Norway confirmed. The first child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit, the princess is second in line to the Norwegian throne – after her father – and is poised to one day become Norway's first queen regnant for more than 600 years. The last was Queen Margaret, who ruled Norway, Denmark and Sweden from 1387 to 1412. She will be living at St Andrew's College, one of the university's most prestigious student residences, known for its strong alumni network, sandstone halls, and prominent traditions. The college's principal Dr Daniel Tyler confirmed the news, first reported by the MailOnline, in an email to students. 'I am pleased to let you know she will be joining 'Drews and living on site. I know she is looking forward to integrating into College and university life.' he wrote. 'There may be media interest and enquiries. Please join us in respecting her privacy. We will share reminders about security on the College site ahead of Semester 2.' University of Sydney's vice-president Kirsten Andrews told Norwegian broadcaster NRK: 'We're very glad that Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra has chosen to study at the University of Sydney. University officials look forward to welcoming her and helping her get acquainted with university life and her studies.' Ingrid Alexandra's passion for sport and the outdoors is well documented: she's a junior surfing champion, a keen skier, and trains in kickboxing. Her father has joked that if he were not heir to the throne, she 'would have liked to have been a pro surfer on the World Tour.' But in recent years, she has increasingly focused on environmental protection and international affairs – interests that now form the foundation of her studies.
The Advertiser
5 days ago
- Business
- The Advertiser
Crowning glory for Aussie university as European princess enrols to study
Norway's future queen is moving Down Under to study at one of Australia's top universities. Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra, who is second-in-line for the Norwegian throne, will move to NSW within months to begin a bachelor's degree at the University of Sydney in August. The 21-year-old heir has enrolled to study international relations and political economy in a three-year Bachelor of Arts program. The Royal House of Norway announced on May 26 that Princess Ingrid Alexandra would live on campus in a student residence while she studies. "Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come," the palace said. The University of Sydney is among the world's top-ranked tertiary education institutions. In 2025, it was ranked 18th highest in the world, and second highest in Australia in the QS University World Rankings behind the University of Melbourne. The young princess, part of the House of Glucksburg, is the eldest child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit. Her grandfather, King Harald V, is Europe's oldest hereditary reigning monarch at 88 years old. Norway's future queen is moving Down Under to study at one of Australia's top universities. Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra, who is second-in-line for the Norwegian throne, will move to NSW within months to begin a bachelor's degree at the University of Sydney in August. The 21-year-old heir has enrolled to study international relations and political economy in a three-year Bachelor of Arts program. The Royal House of Norway announced on May 26 that Princess Ingrid Alexandra would live on campus in a student residence while she studies. "Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come," the palace said. The University of Sydney is among the world's top-ranked tertiary education institutions. In 2025, it was ranked 18th highest in the world, and second highest in Australia in the QS University World Rankings behind the University of Melbourne. The young princess, part of the House of Glucksburg, is the eldest child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit. Her grandfather, King Harald V, is Europe's oldest hereditary reigning monarch at 88 years old. Norway's future queen is moving Down Under to study at one of Australia's top universities. Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra, who is second-in-line for the Norwegian throne, will move to NSW within months to begin a bachelor's degree at the University of Sydney in August. The 21-year-old heir has enrolled to study international relations and political economy in a three-year Bachelor of Arts program. The Royal House of Norway announced on May 26 that Princess Ingrid Alexandra would live on campus in a student residence while she studies. "Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come," the palace said. The University of Sydney is among the world's top-ranked tertiary education institutions. In 2025, it was ranked 18th highest in the world, and second highest in Australia in the QS University World Rankings behind the University of Melbourne. The young princess, part of the House of Glucksburg, is the eldest child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit. Her grandfather, King Harald V, is Europe's oldest hereditary reigning monarch at 88 years old. Norway's future queen is moving Down Under to study at one of Australia's top universities. Her Royal Highness Princess Ingrid Alexandra, who is second-in-line for the Norwegian throne, will move to NSW within months to begin a bachelor's degree at the University of Sydney in August. The 21-year-old heir has enrolled to study international relations and political economy in a three-year Bachelor of Arts program. The Royal House of Norway announced on May 26 that Princess Ingrid Alexandra would live on campus in a student residence while she studies. "Her Royal Highness looks forward to dedicating herself to her studies in the years to come," the palace said. The University of Sydney is among the world's top-ranked tertiary education institutions. In 2025, it was ranked 18th highest in the world, and second highest in Australia in the QS University World Rankings behind the University of Melbourne. The young princess, part of the House of Glucksburg, is the eldest child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit. Her grandfather, King Harald V, is Europe's oldest hereditary reigning monarch at 88 years old.
