Master in Childhood Studies

Tuition costs 19,601 USD per year. Applications for the Aug 2027 intake close on Dec 1, 2026.

The Master in Childhood Studies is a 2-year program at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology. It's for students interested in children's everyday lives, perspectives, and experiences. The program leads to a Master's degree and is taught in English.

The curriculum includes courses like Social Studies of Children and Childhood, Methodology in Childhood Studies, and Children's Rights. Students will also work on a Master's thesis and develop skills in research methods, participatory methods, and ethics.

Graduates can pursue careers as Child Development Specialists, Research Assistants, Policy Analysts, or Program Managers. They can work in industries like education, healthcare, or social services, and for employers like non-profit organizations, government agencies, or research institutions.

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is Norway's largest university, headquartered in Trondheim with campuses in Ålesund and Gjøvik. Formed in 1996 from a merger of historic institutions, NTNU carries a deep tradition in engineering and technology while offering broad academic disciplines from medicine and social sciences to the arts. With roughly 42,840 students and 3,629 international students, NTNU is a major hub for research, innovation and international study in Scandinavia.

NTNU emphasizes close collaboration with industry and research partners, providing many opportunities for applied projects, internships and graduate research across 64 programs. English-taught degrees and strong research supervision make the university accessible to international students aiming for careers in technology, sustainable energy, health sciences or entrepreneurship. Student services include international advising, integration programs and support for housing and visas.

Life at NTNU combines rigorous academics with outdoor and cultural experiences typical of Norway. The student community is active in associations, innovation labs and cross-disciplinary initiatives, and Trondheim offers an affordable, student-friendly city environment. Prospective international applicants should review program-specific entry requirements, explore funding and scholarship options and contact the international office early to plan arrival and accommodation.