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Princess Ingrid Alexandra Arrives in Sydney to Begin University Studies

She will pause her royal duties to immerse herself in full-time studies at the University of Sydney

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Overview

  • The 21-year-old princess landed in Sydney on July 25 and has moved into student housing at the Camperdown campus
  • She is set to start a three-year Bachelor of Arts program in August with a focus on international relations and political economy
  • Her campus residency near the CBD marks a temporary break from official royal appearances
  • King Harald V has endorsed her decision, saying her overseas education will benefit the royal family upon her return
  • Before departing Norway, she completed 15 months of military service with the Engineer Battalion in Brigade North