Bachelor i engelsk

English

Bachelor's degree in Bodø

​​​

Welcome to a new academic year at Nord  

Semester registration

Welcome as a student of Bachelor of English/ English one-year programme
 
We have planned an autumn semester that will be exciting and inclusive for all our students.    
Registration
All students at Nord University must register in Studentweb at the start of the semester. You can pay the semester fee and register as a student as soon as you receive your student number. After you have completed payment and registration, you must register for teaching and examinations. You will also be able to access important learning tools and online meeting rooms at Nord University. The deadline for payment and registration is September 1st.  
 

Program for commencement -  Bodø 


Sunday 14 th of August, 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.: Pre- study barbeque 
Informal meet and greet with grilled food at “Gryta” (back yard next to the main cantina. Free buses arranged from Flatvold student housing at 4:30 p.m., with return at 7 p.m.

Monday 15th of August

International day – meet and greet for international students

Tuesday 16th of August​ ​

09:30a.m – 10:50 a.m: Meet and greet. Opportunity to meet students from your study program, and go together to the official opening. Attendance: Pennalet (area outside auditorium A12 Elsa Laula Renberg)

11:00 a.m Commencement of the academic year, Nord University. Attendance at the main entrance.

13:00 p.m Commencement of the academic year Faculty of Education and Art, Auditorium Petter Dass (A14)

Programme:
  • Welcome to Nord University
  • Information about student velfare at Nord University by Student i Nord 
  • Information about the Ombudsperson for students by Hanne Seljesæter
  • Information from the Student organisation Eureka
​14:15 p.m. Get to know your buddies at Nord University

Wednesday 17th of August

11:00 a.m – 12:00 p.m, Pennalet. 

Pizza lunch for students on the Faculty of Education and Art 

14:00 p.m. Auditorium Elsa Laula (A12)

Commencement of Bachelor of English and English one-year programme 

  • Welcome
  • Opening lecture by Associate Professor Dr. Jessica Allen Hanssen 
  • Becoming a student at Nord University by academic advisor Gøril Stemland
​Study programme starting dates:

English Language and Literature: August 
British Studies: August 

SP170L: 22 August
SP171L: 23 August 

Attendance to the lectures is mandatory throughout the whole semester. For more information about classes and auditoriums, please check your >> Teaching plan

NOTE: Choose Bachelor of English to find your teaching plan in TimeEdit. The teaching plan will be published during the summer. 

Social activities
Buddies and Studentinord (the student welfare organization) are eager to make your first week at Nord University a positive and inspiring experience. They have planned a lot of social activities and we recommend that you download the app called «Infoskjermen Go» where you will find the information you need to attend the social activities. 

The first social activity is the traditional Pre-study barbecue by Studentinord on Sunday 14th of August, at 05.00 p.m, in the back yard, next to the main canteen




Timetables, course literature and practical information 

 
Timetables
The class timetable will be available in TimeEdit in the course of the summer holidays. Follow the links below to check if your timetable has been published.

>>  Timetable 

After you have completed semester registration, you can log in to TimeEdit and see your personalized timetable. Note that information about timetables also can be given in Canvas. We recommend that you log into Canvas regularly.

Course literature

Equipment
Digital learning forms an important part of education at Nord, regardless of mode of delivery. It is important to have the right equipment. All student should have access to:

  • PC/Mac/tablet with internet access
  • Headset
  • Web camera
Special learning arrangements
If you have special needs that affect your learning situation, you can apply for special arrangements in teaching and examinations. Application deadline is September 1st.

 
Information for new students 

New in town

New in town
>> Arriving in Norway: good to know upon arrival at your study destination. Everything from sim cards, bank accounts and groceries to notifying immigration authorities.

Student life

Buddies

In an age where English is emerging as the common, global language for science, society and cultural exchange, English language skills are essential for participation in cultural and scientific debates.

The Bachelor of English provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of English language, with a focus on its practical, scientific and artistic aspects. Through engaging the field's dynamic intellectual tradition, students develop their capacity for critical reflection within a broader cultural perspective.

Our lecturers have long educational and professional experience from the UK, the USA, and Canada and can offer students a programme with an internationally high standard, in both the linguistic and cultural components.

A Bachelor of English opens the doors to careers and further education for diverse range of occupations, both in Norway and abroad.

Programme description

In an age where English is emerging as the common, global language for science, society and cultural exchange, English language skills are essential for participation in cultural and scientific debates.

The Bachelor of English provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of English language, with a focus on its practical, scientific and artistic aspects. Through engaging the field's dynamic intellectual tradition, students develop their capacity for critical reflection within a broader cultural perspective.

Our lecturers have long educational and professional experience from the UK, the USA, and Canada and can offer students a programme with an internationally high standard, in both the linguistic and cultural components.

A Bachelor of English opens the doors to careers and further education for diverse range of occupations, both in Norway and abroad.

Study model

The information applies to the current academic year. Changes may occur.
You have chosen:
Expand all

Course id Course name ECTS Credits
Clear
Clear
(click to choose)
(click to choose)

Choose specialisation

Choose course

Admission requirements

Higher education entrance qualification

Documented proficiency in English language

Learn how to apply

Learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this programme, the candidate:

Knowledge:

  • Has knowledge of the structure and linguistic tools of texts, and of critical and analytical approaches to literature as well as other texts
  • Has knowledge of genres and their key characteristics, norms for academic text production, responsible use of sources and privacy issues
  • Has knowledge of contemporary literature theory
  • Has knowledge of the social life, history and a broad range of cultural expressions in English-speaking countries, including key works in English language literary tradition, and including young adult literature

Skills:

  • Has a confident and appropriate use of English orally and in writing, in different situations and genres, using the language with precision, flow and context.
  • Can analyse and write research-based articles about literary texts, and apply precise and appropriate terms when working with texts
  • Can explore public life, history and cultural expressions in English-speaking countries
  • Can work independently with various issues in English

General competence:

  • Can maintain and develop their own English language competence
  • Can adjust academic material and language to their target audience
  • Can collect and process research material
  • Can apply English language knowledge and skills in an academic and professional context

Job opportunities

The Bachelor of English provides a strong foundation for further studies, including education. Many graduates go on to take a master’s degree or gain the additional certification needed to become teachers. Professional employment within the spheres of business, travel and tourism, diplomacy, and the cultural sector often requires strong skills in English.

Further education

Completion of the Bachelor of English degree qualifies graduates for further academic study at the Master level. If you build on a master's degree in English, you can take a Practical Pedagogical Education (PPU) and gain formal competence as an English teacher in primary and secondary school.

Study abroad

Students are encouraged to go on an international exchange during the third year of this programme, for instance to one of Nord University's partner institutions in Japan or the US. The university has different exchange programmes.

This programme is open to international students at Nord University. Please note that excellent English language skills are expected from students, ideally exceeding the formal minimum requirements.

Application deadline and admission

Application deadline Applications are open in the following periods:
> Non-EU/EEA: October 1 - December 1
> EU/EEA og Nordic residents: February 1 - April 20
​​

​

Orientation week

Important information

Welcome to the Faculty of Education and Arts at Nord University.

Information for international students

Find useful information at this website: New student at Nord University 

First lecture

Compulsory orientation meeting for all international students Monday August 12. See Programme below.
English classes begin during week 35. Please see schedule in TimeEdit. 

 

Mandatory attendance

English classes have an 85% attendance requirement. This means that you have to come to
class unless you have a very good reason not to, such as illness. Please notify your teacher in advance if you will not be attending class on a given day.

Study trip

The English Department invites all Bachelor in English students to attend a one-week study trip to the Norwegian Study Centre, University of York, UK. Details will be distributed during our introduction meeting. The trip or its equivalent assignment is an obligatory component of British Studies.


Programme

Sunday August 11:

18:00   Pre-study barbeque at the University Backyard. 

The student's welfare organisation "Studentinord" is hosting a BBQ party for all new students outside the main canteen, where the Rector and Deans at Nord University will be the Head Chefs for the evening and serve food;) This is an exciting event to meet new students.


Monday August 12:

  • 10:00-15:00  Compulsory orientation meeting

    The International Office at Nord University is holding this useful meeting for all new international students.  
Tuesday August 13:

  • 09:30   Meet & greet in Pennalet 
    Welcome reception - meet fellow students 

  • 11:00   Opening new academic year 2019/20 - Official ceremony
    Outside the main entrance.
    Please note that the ceremony will be held in Norwegian. 

  • 13:15   Opening of new academic year - Faculty of Education and Arts in 
    Auditorium Petter Dass (A14).

    Please note that the ceremony will be held in Norwegian. 

  • After the opening – meet your buddy group

Wednesday August 14:

  • 11:00   Free pizza for new students in Pennalet 

  • 12:00   Introduction meeting in Auditorium A3 Matthias Bonsak Krogh

    At this meeting, you will meet your teachers, learn more about Bachelor of English and your fall semester courses, and get some practical information about the study trip to England. You will also have the chance to ask any and all questions about studying English at Nord University. Finally, you will have the chance to sign up for a student guide (“fadder”), which we highly recommend if you are a three-year degree student and new to Bodø.

Thursday August 15:

  • 08:00   Free breakfast hosted by Studentinord for new students in the main canteen

  • 10:30   Tour de Nord    

    Join your buddy group in a scavenger hunt, which takes you around campus. At the end of this not-to-miss event all participants can enjoy themselves with great music and free food. 

Services for new students

Studentinord
Do you need housing? Kindergarten? Affordable and healthy food on campus?
Get to kn​ow the services of Studentinord​, the welfare organisation for students at Nord University. Their job is to make your life as a new student easier.

Welcome committee 
The welcome committee  will ensure that you get the best possible start as a new student in Bodø. The welcome committee is run by senior students, who will ensure that you get the best possible start as a new student in Bodø. They can pick you up from the airport, help you find accomodation and arrange guided tourse in and around Bodø. 

Buddy programme

Buddies are senior students who are helping new students get to know the university, study programmes and student community. In short, they help you prepare for having a successful start as a student at Nord University. Check out the buddy programme for more information.

Student life

Want to learn more about life as a student at Nord University? Find out more here.

Find your way 

Find you way around campus using MazeMap
Download the Mazemap app: Download for Iphone - Download for Android 


About campus Bodø 
Find out more about campus Bodø.



ECTS Credits 180
Study level Bachelor
Scope Full time
Teaching language English
Police certificate of conduct No
Campus Bodø

Application deadline and admission

Application deadline Applications are open in the following periods:
> Non-EU/EEA: October 1 - December 1
> EU/EEA og Nordic residents: February 1 - April 20

More information