VID Specialized University (VID) is a Norwegian institution of higher education focusing on the fields of health sciences, education, theology and social sciences. Here are some key facts about VID:

Overview

Established: 2016 (from the merger of several educational institutions)

Institutional nature: Private non-profit

Main campus locations:

Oslo

Sandefjord

Stavanger

Trondheim

Bergen

Several other small campuses

Official website: www.vid.no

History

VID was established in 2016 and is the result of the merger of several long-established educational institutions, including:

Diakonhjemmet University College

Haraldsplass Deaconess and University College

NLA University College

Stavanger University College

Sandnes University College

Betanien University College

Volda University College, Department of Social Work

School strength

VID has approximately 13,000 students and approximately 1,500 faculty and staff.

Provides undergraduate, master and doctoral programs covering a variety of subject areas.

Enjoy a good reputation in the fields of nursing, psychology, social work, education, theology, etc.

The school cooperates with many medical institutions, schools, community organizations and enterprises to provide students with internship and employment opportunities.

Educational philosophy

Emphasize the combination of theory and practice, and encourage students to develop skills through practical projects and case studies.

Focus on interdisciplinary cooperation, especially collaboration between different majors.

Attach importance to international education, recruit international students, and provide courses taught in English.

Committed to cultivating talents with social responsibility and professional accomplishment.

Subject settings

Undergraduate courses (Bachelor's degrees):

Nursing

Psychology

Social work

Education

Theology

Early childhood education

Special education

and other related undergraduate courses

Master's degrees:

Nursing

Psychology

Social work

Education

Theology

Clinical psychology

Early childhood education

Special education

and other related master's programs in related fields

Doctoral programs (PhD programs):

Nursing

Psychology

Social work

Education

Theology

and other related doctoral programs in related fields

English-taught courses:

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

Professional Direction

Nursing: covers basic nursing, specialist nursing, nursing management, etc.

Psychology: includes clinical psychology, health psychology, educational psychology, etc.

Social work: involves family services, community development, social policy, etc.

Education: focuses on teacher training, curriculum design, educational leadership, etc.

Theology: explores religious history, ethics, church management, etc.

Early Childhood Education: focuses on early childhood development, preschool education methods, etc.

Special Education: involves teaching methods and support strategies for children with special needs.

Campus

Oslo Campus:

Located in the center of Oslo and surrounding areas, with convenient transportation.

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

Sandefjord Campus:

Located in the center of Sandefjord, it offers courses in nursing and social work.

Stavanger Campus:

Located in the center of Stavanger, it offers courses in nursing, psychology and social work.

Trondheim Campus:

Located in the center of Trondheim, it offers courses in education, theology and social work.

Baerum Campus:

Located in the center of Baerum, it offers courses in nursing and social work.

International Cooperation

VID actively participates in international exchange programs and has established partnerships with many higher education institutions around the world.

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

As a member of the European Education Association (EUA) and other international organizations, VID plays an important role in international education and research.

Expenses

For EU/EEA students, VID 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 cost of living in Norway is relatively high, 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.

For master's and doctoral programs, a bachelor's degree in a related field is usually required.

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 career.

The English language proficiency requirement is usually level B2 (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​CEFR), although some programmes may require higher proficiency.