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One year programme

Geography, 60 ECTS

Levanger

Programme description

Are you curious about how society works and want to play a role in shaping a sustainable future? The one-year study in geography gives you the opportunity to develop an understanding of the interaction between nature and society and introduces you to community planning and geographic information systems (GIS). You build competence to work with exciting topics such as sustainable social planning, regional development, global and regional population issues, teaching and digital maps (GIS). Teaching is in Norwegian and conducted at in-person gatherings at various locations in Trøndelag.

Career opportunities

The one year study programme in geography qualifies graduates for admission to further studies at the Bachelor level in Geography at Nord University, or at other universities. It can also be incorporated into other Social Science degrees. A degree in Geography can lead to a wide range of career opportunities. Geographers work in the private and public sector, and are often hired for positions that require planning and management skills, as well as good knowledge of maps and practical skill required to apply Geographic information system software. The degree also qualifies for teaching geography and social sciences in high school.

Applicants must fulfil the requirements for Norwegian General Study competence as well as language proficiency requirements in Norwegian and English language.

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If the applicant does not fulfill the requirements for the Higher Education Entrance Qualification but has experience-based competence relevant to the field of study, he or she may apply for recognition of this competence in order to fulfill the admission

Not applicable for this programme.
The one year study programme in geography qualifies graduates for admission to further studies at the Bachelor level in Geography at Nord University, or at other universities. It can also be incorporated into other Social Science degrees.

In a time of great societal change and global challenges, the need for comprehensive knowledge of the relationship between people, society and nature is greater than ever. After completing your studies as a geography student, you should have achieved the following learning outcomes:

Knowledge

  • has broad and up-to-date knowledge of the field of geography, the history of the discipline, and its scientific methods
  • has basic knowledge of spatial planning and geographic information systems (GIS)
  • has knowledge of the distinctive character and place in society of the academic field of geography

Skills

  • can work independently on important issues within the geography field
  • is able to write structured academic answers
  • can place the subject in a relevant social context

General competence

  • has the ability to see important relationships between man, society and nature, and develop attitudes based on comprehensive knowledge
  • can use geography in a professional didactic context