# Norwegian royal heirs' academic updates > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/norwegian-royal-heirs-academic-updates > Updated: 2026-08-18T09:12:48.000Z. Sources: 27. Developments: 4. The Norwegian heirs, Princess Ingrid Alexandra and Prince Sverre Magnus, have commenced their respective academic pursuits. Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 22, has begun an exchange semester at the University of Oslo’s Faculty of Social Sciences. Her studies in comparative politics and conflict resolution follow her time at the University of Sydney. This return to Norway was intended to keep her closer to Crown Princess Mette-Marit, who is recovering from a lung transplant necessitated by a diagnosis of pulmonary fibrosis. While primarily enrolled at the University of Sydney, the Princess is attending the Blindern campus to complete relevant courses and has participated in student orientation activities, such as speedfriending and bingo. Recent reports indicate that this academic move follows a period of significant family challenges, including the Princess’s mother’s medical recovery and legal proceedings involving her son, Marius Borg Høiby. Experts suggest the move reflects a desire for normalcy amidst these circumstances, though the presence of security personnel remains a logistical consideration for the university and police. Crown Prince Haakon noted that while the Princess is prioritizing her education and family, she may serve as a royal substitute if required. Prince Sverre Magnus, 20, has started a bachelor’s degree in Business Management at Forward College. His curriculum is based in Lisbon, Portugal, with subsequent terms planned for Paris and Berlin, covering subjects such as economics, statistics, and accounting. The Royal Palace has emphasized that education will be the “most important task” for both siblings in the coming years, though they may still perform selected official duties as their academic schedules permit. ## Claims - Princess Ingrid Alexandra has started a new semester at the University of Oslo. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The 22-year-old princess is studying social sciences. (corroborated by 4 sources) - She is currently an exchange student at the University of Oslo. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Her primary studies are located at the University of Sydney. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The princess is taking courses at the Blindern campus. (corroborated by 4 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-18: Princess Ingrid Alexandra begins university semester in Oslo Norwegian Princess Ingrid Alexandra has started a semester as an exchange student at the University of Oslo, studying social sciences at the Blindern campus. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/princess-ingrid-alexandra-begins-university-semester-in-oslo ### 2026-08-14: Princess Ingrid Alexandra begins studies at University of Oslo Princess Ingrid Alexandra has started her semester as an exchange student at the University of Oslo, participating in student orientation activities following recent family health and legal challenges. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/princess-ingrid-alexandra-begins-studies-at-university-of-oslo ### 2026-08-10: Norwegian royals Ingrid Alexandra and Sverre Magnus begin new studies Princess Ingrid Alexandra has started studying at the University of Oslo after returning from Australia, while Prince Sverre Magnus begins a Business Management degree in Lisbon. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/norwegian-royals-sverre-magnus-and-ingrid-alexandra-announce-new-studies ### 2026-08-06: Princess Ingrid Alexandra Returns to Oslo University to Continue Studies Princess Ingrid Alexandra returns to Oslo University as an exchange student after her mother’s lung transplant, with a formal welcome on 10 August 2026 and no royal duties during her studies. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/princess-ingrid-alexandra-returns-to-norway-to-study-at-university-of-oslo --- Cite as: Norwegian royal heirs' academic updates. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/norwegian-royal-heirs-academic-updates