Bachelor in Social Education

Bachelor in Social Education

The University of Inland Norway offers a Bachelor i vernepleie. This program awards a certificate or diploma. It is a full-time, three-year study. The instruction language is Norwegian (NO).

What You Will Study

This health and social care program educates user-oriented professionals. Graduates gain competence in health promotion and environmental therapeutic work. The study focuses on supporting people with physical, psychological, cognitive, or social functional impairments. It covers areas like disability, rehabilitation, mental health, and substance abuse work. The program includes significant practical training. Students engage with users, services, and the professional community.

Admission and Fees

Entry requires general university admission requirements. Applicants can also apply based on prior learning and experience. The ordinary application deadline is April 15. A police certificate is required. The program has a semester fee. Specific point requirements are available on the university website.

Practical Experience and Exchange

Learning through practice is a key part of the education. Students have the option for practical exchange abroad during the fifth semester. This is an alternative to domestic practical training. Cooperation agreements exist with institutions in countries like Denmark, Iceland, Vietnam, and Ireland. Students are encouraged to pursue international experience. The final thesis can also be written abroad by agreement.

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.