Noroff University College offers a unique and specialized experience for students seeking a career in tech. Noroff has helped students jumpstart their careers in various tech-related fields, so whether you’re into cybersecurity, forensics, software development, or animation, Noroff has something for you. Noroff has flexible study options to suit every busy student.
Why study at Noroff?
Noroff is a leading institution in Norway with hands-on programs designed for international students ready to succeed in the global job market. Noroff is recognised as one of the top educational institutions in Norway, so you will finish your studies with a degree from an esteemed university. A cutting-edge education is important when embarking on a career in the tech or digital space, as the industry is incredibly fast-moving.
Noroff has a strong community of international students from all over the world. This means you’ll be sure to meet fellow international students with a similar experience to you and likely with similar goals and perspectives on life.
Why choose Kristiansand?
Kristiansand is not only a beautiful city but also an ideal place to live and study. Located on Norway’s southern coast, it blends urban living with stunning natural beauty. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, low crime rate, and high quality of life, the city attracts students from all over the world.
Noroff University College, located in the heart of Kristiansand, boasts a modern campus with a strong focus on technology, design, and digital media. The campus is home to a diverse international community and has strong ties to local businesses, offering hands-on learning opportunities and valuable industry connections that prepare students for successful careers.
As a student in Kristiansand, you’ll enjoy easy access to most attractions by foot or bike, or take a short bus ride to the city center, Sørlandssenteret, Dyreparken, or Kjevik Airport Noroff campus Kristiansand provides a high-tech learning environment to match its cutting-edge programs. The style of the campus, reflecting the style of the university itself, has quite a modern feel to it.
Although Kristiansand is an urban centre, offering all of the conveniences of the city, it is also within arm's reach of beautiful natural landscapes. Participating in outdoor sports and activities such as hiking and cycling is easy, as the city is surrounded by stunning natural beauty.
What programs does Noroff offer?
Noroff offers a range of Bachelor's degree programs in the areas of IT, security, forensics, and interactive media. Their cybersecurity and data science programs are popular with both on-campus and online students who want a specialized degree to kick-start their career in tech. Students can pursue the following Bachelor's degree programs to start their career in the tech or digital media space:
- Bachelor’s in Cyber Security
- Bachelor’s in Applied Data Science
- Bachelor’s in Digital Assurance and Security Management
- Bachelor’s in Digital Forensics and Incident Response
- Bachelor’s in Interactive Media - Animation
- Bachelor’s in Interactive Media - Games
They also offer a variety of professional programs ranging from 1 to 2 years of study across the areas of software development, data analysis, web and graphic design, music and film production, digital marketing, animation, IT, cybersecurity, and more.
Online study options
If studying on campus isn’t for you, Noroff has you covered. Each of their Bachelor’s degree programmes is offered as fully online courses, enabling students to work whilst completing their degree. Many Noroff students and alumni love the flexibility that the online learning format provides to pursue their studies while still being able to advance their professional careers at the same time.
Student Testimonials
Graduates and current students of Noroff have great things to say about the learning environment, student experience, and flexible study options available at the university.
Student of the digital forensics program, Christoffer Hansen Muchaelsen, has only positive things to say about the learning environment and staff at Noroff: “There is close follow-up from the professors, and it is well organized for learning. There is good cohesion among the students, which contributes to a good student environment.”
Matthew Rushing, an international student from the United States who moved to Norway to study the Interactive Media course at Noroff, said, “In the year I have been here I have met and made a lot of new friends.”
Hussein Toufayli, who graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Cyber Security from Noroff, loved the flexibility of the study options offered at Noroff: “Although balancing work and studies was challenging at first, Noroff’s structured curriculum helped me develop a good study routine.” Hussein was able to complete his studies online while working.
How to apply
If Noroff sounds like the right fit for you, you can start your journey to becoming a Noroff University College international student right here at Global Admissions. Click here to check out the programs offered and apply now.
