STUDY IN NORWAY. Capital: Oslo. Largest City: Oslo. Area: 306,253 sq km. Official Languages: Norwegian (Bokmål and Nynorsk)

Transcription

1 STUDY IN NORWAY Capital: Oslo Largest City: Oslo Area: 306,253 sq km Official Languages: Norwegian (Bokmål and Nynorsk) Government: Constitutional Monarchy King: Harald V Prime Minister: Jens Stoltenberg 1 / 8

2 Population: 4, 667, 410 (2006 est.) Currency: Norwegian Krone Calling Code: +47 The Government of Norway has increasingly worked towards internationalizing the education system in the country. It is because of this that universities and colleges are working towards creating conducive atmosphere for international students who come to the country for higher studies. An estimated students from different countries are pursuing higher education in different Norwegian institutions of higher education. There are various undergraduate and graduate degree programmes available in the country. Norway is an ideal destination for higher education. The courses offered have high quality and an improved flexibility. Courses available range from vocational to postgraduate and doctoral studies. The universities and colleges in the country have an informal approach when compared to educational institutions from around the world. Teachers at the higher educational institutions are more approachable and tuitions are also available. Most institutions present in the country have computer facilities and free Internet accessuniversities in the country carry out cutting edge research in various fields, besides providing academic opportunities. In fact, the emphasis is on research-based education. Also, Norwegian universities do not charge any tuition fees. However, special programs and private and specialized schools do have fees Also, Norway provides a breathtaking sight. Studies can be combined with thrilling outdoor adventures. 2 / 8

3 Aurora Borealis, the midnight sun, fjords, and the mountains provide a beautiful sight. Students can also enjoy skiing, water rafting, and climbing or simply sit back and enjoy the fresh air. Thus, the students can not only pursue quality higher education but also enjoy unique natural experiences. In order to aid the students who are planning to study in Norway, here are some links, which are mentioned below. These links will help a student understand Norway better and also know more about the colleges and universities in Norway. There are plenty of opportunities available for students who are pursuing higher studies in the country. NORWAY: EDUCATION, WHETHER & STAY IN NORWAY CLIMATIC CONDITIONS IN NORWAY The Gulf Stream has influenced the country s climate to a great extent. Although the country has a northerly position, it has a mild climate. Along the coat, the climate is fairly temperate. The inland climate is more severe. Sub arctic conditions are found towards the north of the country. The important agricultural areas receive an annual rainfall between 500 and 1000 mm. Rainfall mostly happens in July and August. Climatic conditions in Norway differ widely from the rest of Scandinavia. High mountain ranges protect the inland eastern areas from precipitation. Some of these areas have an annual rainfall of 300 mm. EDUCATION SCENARIO IN NORWAY Both public and private institutions in the country provide higher education. Higher education starts after three years of secondary education. The government in the country has initiated a major national education reform, with the objective of improving the education system in the 3 / 8

4 country. The aim is also to strengthen the basic competencies of students in the country. Higher education in the country is immediately after the secondary school and can be broadly classified into Universities, University Colleges, and private schools. The universities have their main focus on theoretical subjects (arts, humanities, natural science, music etc). The universities provide bachelor s degree, master s degree and doctoral degrees. There are a number of professional courses as well like law, medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, and psychology. However, these courses are run separately and have little to do with the universities. The university colleges present in the country provide bachelor s degrees besides, engineering degrees and professional education like teaching and nursing. Private Institutions present in the country have specialization in subjects like business economics, marketing, and MBA. Public education in the country up to the university level is free as there are no tuition fees charged. The educational policy in the country follows the principle of equal rights. The emphasis is on education to all members of the society irrespective of their social and cultural backgrounds. In fact, the educational institutions in the country are required to promote social mobility and facilitate wealth creation and welfare of all. ADMISSION SEASON IN NORWAY The application deadline in the country for foreign students is from January 15 to March 15 for the courses beginning the following August. Some institutions can have different pre-qualification deadlines. Generally, the academic year begins in August and runs for months. LIST OF MAJOR COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES Name & Address 1. Agder University College (Hia), Serviceboks 422, N-4604, Kristiansand Norway 2.. The Norwegian University of Life Science, P.O. Box 5003, NO-1432 Aas, Norway 3. Akershus University College Institutveien 24, Kjeller Norway 4 / 8

5 4. Aalesund University College N-6025 Aalesund Norway 5. Bergen University College P.O. Box 7030, N-5020 Bergen 6. Bergen School of Architecture Sandviksboder 59-61a, Bergen 7. University of Bergen P.O. Box 7800, N-5020 Bergen 8. Norges Informasjonsteknologiske Hogskole Schweigaardsgate 14, 0185 Oslo 9. Folkehogskolne Karl Johansgt. 12, 0154 Oslo 10. Gjovik University College P.O. Box 191, Teknologivn. 22, 2802 Gjovk 11. Bods University College iternational Office No.8049 Bods Norway 12. Buskerud University College Pb.235, 3601 Kongsberg 13. Harstad University College Havnegt Harstad 14. Hedmark University College Fellesadminstrasjonen N-2418 Elverum Norway 15. Lillehammer University College 2626 Lillehammer 5 / 8

6 16. Norges Kreative Fagskole (Campus Kristiania) 17. Molde University College P.O. Box 2110, N-6402 Molde Norway 18. Bergen National Academy of the Arts Stromg Bergen 19. The Oslo National Academy of the Arts Fossveien 24, 0551 Oslo Norway 20. University of Nesna 8700 Nesna 21. Norwegian University of Science and Technology NTNU No Trondheim norway 22. Norwegian School of Economices and Business Administration Helleveien30, No. 045 Bergen 23. Norwegian School of Management Nydalsveien 37, Oslo Norway 24. The Oslo School of Architecture and Design Maridalsveien 29, 0175 Oslo 25. Ostfold University College N-1757 Halden Norway 26. Trondheim and Sor-Trondelag University College N-7004 Trondheim Norway 27. University of Stavanger Kitty Kiellands Hus Kristine Bonnevies Vei 30, 4021 Stavanger 6 / 8

7 28. Stord/Haugesund University College P.O. Box 5000, N-5409 Stord 29. Telemark University College P.O. Box 203, N-3901 Porsgrunn Norway 30. University Graduate Center P.O. Box 70, N-2007 Kjeller Norway 31. The University Centre Svalbard P.O. Box 156, 9171 Longyearbyen Norway 32. University of Tromso 9037 Tromso 33. Vestfold University College Raveien 197 Horten 34. Volda University College International Office Box 500, No-6101 Volda Norway 35. Oslo University College Postboks 4 St. Olavs Plass, 0130 Norway 36. University of Oslo P.O. Box 1081 Blindern No-0317 Oslo Norway 37. University of Oslo The International Summer School P.O. Building 6th Floor Moltke Moes Vei 32 Blindern Oslo 38. Nord-Trondelag University College Serviceboks 2501, No.7729 Steinkjer 39. Telemark University College Kjolnes Ring 56 N-3914 Porsgrunn Norwary 7 / 8

8 40. NIFU Step Studies in Innovation, Research and Education Wergelandsveien 7, N-0167 Oslo 41. Faculty of Architecture and Fine Art Alfred Getz Vei 3, 7491 Trondheim 42. Folkeuniversitetet Adult Education Association Norsk Spraktest University of Bergen P.O. Box 7800, 5020 Bergen 8 / 8