Princess Ingrid Alexandra opens up about life in Sydney after moving for university

Princess Ingrid Alexandra of Norway. Photo / Getty Images

Norway’s next queen made the controversial decision to uproot her life of luxury and move across the world to Australia.

Princess Ingrid Alexandra, 21, spoke in her first major interview about her new life in Sydney, why she made the dramatic move and how the public attention has shaped her time there.

The princess is heir to Norway’s throne after her father, Crown Prince Haakon.

In an interview with NRK, which is Norway’s national broadcaster, the young royal said she moved to the major Australian city to pursue her studies at the University of Sydney.

The full-time student moved in late July.

“I’m enjoying it very much so far,” Alexandra told NRK.

“I think Sydney was the right choice for me.”

The Royal House of Norway shared several photos of the princess on campus and at a number of iconic landmarks.

Alexandra has started a three-year bachelor’s degree in social science, specialising in international relations and political economy.

“I definitely think that my education will be very relevant to the job I will do in the future,” she said.

“I think it is important to have a basic understanding of the political system, of international relations, and how things work.”

She said the move has allowed her to fly under the radar and live a more normal life.

“I have experienced some paparazzi here, there have been some situations that may seem a little uncomfortable, but fortunately it has calmed down a lot over time.”

The princess, who is reportedly a keen surfer, said she has already experienced the waves Australia has to offer.

Her move to Sydney is taking the young royal away from official duties for three years.

She won’t be away from home for long because she is expected to return to her family in time for Christmas.