Inland Norway University of Applied Sciences (INN University) is a public university of applied sciences in Norway. It was founded in 2017 through the merger of several higher education institutions. Here are some key information about Inland Norway University:

Overview

Founded: January 1, 2017

Institutional nature: public

Main campus locations:

Elverum

Hamar

Lillehammer

Østfold

History

Inland Norway University was founded on January 1, 2017 through the merger of Elverum University College (Høgskolen i Hedmark), Lillehammer University College (Høgskolen i Lillehammer) and Oppdal University College (Høgskolen i Østfold).

Each of these predecessor institutions has a long history, dating back to the early 20th century.

School Strength

INN University has about 13,000 students and about 1,500 faculty and staff.

It offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral programs covering a wide range of disciplines.

It enjoys a good reputation in the fields of education, health sciences, social sciences, engineering, arts and humanities.

The school emphasizes practical learning and maintains close ties with the industry to ensure that the course content meets industry needs.

Educational philosophy

It emphasizes practical learning and encourages students to develop skills through internships and actual projects.

It focuses on interdisciplinary cooperation, especially collaboration between different majors.

It attaches importance to international education, recruits international students, and offers courses taught in English.

It is committed to promoting sustainable development and social justice.

Subject settings

Bachelor's degrees:

Education

Health sciences

Social sciences

Engineering

Arts

Humanities

Master's degrees:

Education

Health sciences

Social sciences

Engineering

Arts

Humanities

And other related master's programs

PhD programs:

Education

Health sciences

Social sciences

Engineering

Arts

Humanities

And other related doctoral programs

English-taught programs:

Most master's and doctoral programs are taught in English to attract international students.

Professional direction

Education: including primary education, secondary education, special education, etc.

Health sciences: covering nursing, public health, physical therapy, etc.

Social sciences: including psychology, social work, political science, etc.

Engineering: including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, information technology, etc.

Arts: including music, fine arts, design, etc.

Humanities: including history, philosophy, linguistics, etc.

Campus

Elverum Campus:

Located in the center of Elverum, with convenient transportation.

The campus has modern teaching facilities, libraries, laboratories and social spaces.

It mainly focuses on the departments of education and social sciences.

Hamar Campus:

Located in the center of Hamar, it focuses on engineering and technical sciences.

Lillehammer Campus:

Located in the center of Lillehammer, it covers health sciences and sports sciences.

Oppdal Campus:

Located in the Oppdal region, it focuses on art, design and cultural research.

International Cooperation

INN University actively participates in international exchange programs and has established cooperative relations with many higher education institutions around the world.

Provides exchange student programs to promote students' international vision and cultural exchanges.

As a member of the European University Association (EUA) and other international organizations, INN University has an important position in international education and research.

Fees

For EU/EEA students, INN University is usually free, but a small registration fee is required.

For non-EU/EEA international students, tuition fees vary depending on the major, generally between 6,000 and 14,000 euros per year. The specific fees should be consulted directly with the school or visit its official website for the latest information.

In terms of living costs, the living costs in the cities where the campuses are located are relatively moderate, but you still need to consider the costs of accommodation, food and personal expenses.

Application requirements

Applicants usually need to have a high school diploma or equivalent.

You need to pass an entrance exam or interview to demonstrate your interest in the chosen major and your ability to work in a related profession.

The English proficiency requirement is usually B2 level (based on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​CEFR), and some majors may require higher levels.