Bachelor in Social Work

Social Work Bachelor's Degree

The University of Inland Norway offers a Bachelor i sosialt arbeid. This programme leads to the title of sosionom. Graduates can support individuals in difficult life situations. They also help solve social challenges in society.

Programme Details

The degree is a certificate/diploma. It lasts for 3 years. The programme is full-time. It awards 180 study credits. Instruction is in Norwegian (nob). The programme starts in August. The cost is a semester fee.

Admission Requirements

The application deadline is April 15. You need general university admission. You can also apply based on prior learning. The deadline for this is March 1. The programme requires a police certificate.

Career and Further Study

Graduates become a qualified sosionom. They work in public, private, and volunteer sectors. Fields include child welfare, health services, and corrections. Further study options include master's degrees. These can be pursued at the university or elsewhere.

The University of Inland Norway is located in Norway. It offers flexible education across six campuses. These campuses are Blæstad, Elverum, Evenstad, Hamar, Lillehammer, and Rena. The university also offers teaching in Kongsvinger and Tynset. It provides bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees. Shorter courses and year-long studies are also available. The university has a total of 15,257 students.

Research at the university is closely linked to its education programs. This ensures education is research-based. The university contributes new knowledge to important societal areas. It has a practical research profile. This supports knowledge-based working life and innovation. The university collaborates nationally and internationally. It offers English-language programs to attract international students. Many students also study abroad.

The University of Inland Norway is a key competence institution in its region. It actively collaborates with employers and society in Innlandet. The university is re-certified as a Miljøfyrtårn. This applies to the institution and all its study locations. It is known for hosting a prestigious research conference in leadership and business economics.