Princess Ingrid Alexandra Swaps Royal Duties for Student Life in Sydney
- Princess Ingrid Alexandra, the Norwegian crown princess, is set to move to Australia in August 2025 to commence full-time studies at the University of Sydney.
- After finishing 15 months of military service in April 2025, the 21-year-old princess decided to enroll full-time in a three-year undergraduate program specializing in international relations and political economy.
- She will live on site at St Andrew's College, a prestigious student residence known for its traditions and alumni network, while integrating into university and college life.
- Dr. Daniel Tyler, principal of St Andrew's College, confirmed in an email to students that the princess is eager to fully commit to her academic pursuits over the coming years.
- The move implies Princess Ingrid Alexandra will temporarily step back from official duties, reflecting a trend seen with other royals studying abroad, such as Danish Count Nikolai of Monpezat.
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Princess Ingrid Alexandra swaps royal duties for student life in Sydney
The 21-year-old Norwegian royal, fresh from completing military service, will start a three-year arts degree at the University of Sydney this year.
Norwegian Princess to Study in Australia
Norway’s future queen will call Australia home, with plans to live and study at a sandstone university. Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway will begin full-time studies at the University of Sydney in August and is expected to live on campus. The 21-year-old royal is the eldest child of Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit. She is second in line to the throne, following her father. Norway’s Royal House announced Princess Ingrid had …
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