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The Norwegian School in London is an independent Norwegian international school situated in a quiet residential area in Wimbledon, South West London. Housed in a Victorian villa which has been extended and adapted many times to suit our needs, The Norwegian School in London has now been running successfully since 1982 and has a dedicated, committed, and experienced staff. We offer a Norwegian education for students aged 6-16. At The Norwegian School in London, our motto is, ‘Optimum Duo Mundi – The best of both worlds. We are proud of our safe, caring, and stimulating environment where students learn well from the Norwegian curriculum ‘Kunnskapsløftet’, as well as benefiting from using London as our classroom as much as possible. We have an excellent academic record and encourage every student to achieve their personal best whilst working cooperatively with consideration for others and developing their skills and interests. We are extremely proud of our students, staff, and governors who work together to achieve a positive and happy learning environment. We have the highest expectations of our students and focus on each child’s individual development. The School is open to applicants who support our School Ethos and wish to receive a bilingual education based on a Norwegian Curriculum. The main language of tuition is Norwegian. Applicants who are not Norwegian citizens may be requested to attend an interview or otherwise prove sufficient knowledge of Norwegian (or another Scandinavian language) to be able to benefit academically from tuition given in Norwegian. The assessment will be at the discretion of the Head Teacher. For Norwegian State Grants, citizenship needs to be documented with a copy of passport or similar. Swedish citizens may be admitted on the same conditions subject to individual approval from Swedish School Authorities (“Skolverket”). Norwegian State Grants may also cover Special Education following separate decisions by Norwegian authorities. Applicants who are not eligible for Norwegian State Grants will need to pay full fees as determined separately by the Governors. For these applicants, any costs related to Special Educational Needs will be charged additionally. The governors have absolute discretion to approve or reject any application for admission to the School. Admission is based on the completion of an Application Form and submission of the information requested therein. A place must be taken up no later than four weeks after the place is available. Payment is required for the entire period from the day that the place has been allocated. Any complaints should be handled according to the School Complaints Procedure. Norwegian citizens will also have a separate right of filing a complaint with Norwegian authorities if an application for a place in the primary or secondary school is not approved. The school will provide further information in case of a rejection. The Parents’ Council is a great contributor and support to the school. The Parents’ Council (FAU) provides an important connection between the parents and the school. They raise funds for special events and extra activities the children have requested, help when extra adults are needed on excursions or in school. The Parents’ Council has meetings approximately every 6-8 weeks and is represented at the Board meetings. They are governed by guidelines decided by the Board. The Norwegian School in London follows the Norwegian National Curriculum, “Kunnskapsløftet” and this is the basis for our year plans and theme plans. The five basic skills speaking, reading, writing, Maths, and ICT, form the core of the curriculum and are integrated into the competence aims. The curriculum focuses on pupil development in basic skills. These basic skills form the core of assessment in all subjects and are the main focus during the bi-annual development conversations between the teacher, the pupil, and the parents. The teachers have a strong focus on differentiation in lessons and use varied methods of assessment for learning. We also emphasize British values democracy, rule of law, individual liberty, and mutual respect and tolerance for those who have different faiths and beliefs. The Norwegian School provides an academic, creative, positive, and secure environment in which students are encouraged to develop a thirst for learning, a broad outlook, and a zest for life. Respect, cooperation, and trust are central to our school ethos. The school has its special needs coordinator (SENCO) who coordinates all special needs education at school. Fylkesmannen I Oslo of Akershus and PPT Utland have responsibility for the operation of an educational psychology service for students at private Norwegian schools abroad. Students at the Norwegian School in London should not be exposed to offensive words or actions such as bullying, discrimination, violence, racism, or exclusion at school or on the way to school. Furthermore, the school is aware of its duty to protect pupils from radicalization, extremism, and female genital mutilation. At the Norwegian School in London, all pupils and parents experience being taken seriously if they go to school with a concern that a student is exposed to offensive words or actions. The school takes responsibility and initiative to stop such behavior. Pupils who have experienced bullying or have exposed others to offensive words or actions should know that they are followed up by the school. The Head Teacher has overall responsibility for the school to follow up on matters relating to the psychosocial environment. When students, parents, or staff at the school have revealed that students are exposed to offensive words and/or actions, the school shall ensure that administrative procedures and monitoring are in line with laws and regulations concerning the school. An internal concern form is filed. The Head Teacher and DSL will initiate a meeting with the relevant parties. Following this, measures are initiated in cooperation with the teachers, and a plan is made for continuous work relevant to each specific case/pupil/group. View full school

The Norwegian Kindergarten in London is an educational opportunity for children from two and a half years old to school age. This applies either for starting English school at five years old or starting at The Norwegian School at six years old. We aim to be the natural choice for Norwegian families who move to London. We emphasize both the Norwegian and English language and culture. Each class in the Kindergarten will have at least one English-speaking and one Scandinavian-speaking member of staff. This helps the children to learn English from the start. We also aim to give the older children activities which prepare them for starting school. In addition, we can give necessary language training before starting school. Our children´s social and language skills reach a high level of development over the year. A place must be taken up no later than four weeks after the place is available. Payment is required for the entire period from the day that the place has been allocated. The Kindergarten shall meet the children with trust and respect, and acknowledge the intrinsic value of childhood. They shall contribute to well-being and joy in play and learning, and shall be a challenging and safe place for community life and friendship. The Kindergarten shall promote democracy and equality and counteract all forms of discrimination. Kindergarten has fewer children per adult than the English statutory regulations demand. This means that we can be run with a Norwegian approach. The children play outside every day, and unless exceptional conditions prevent this. There is also an outing once a week where we use playgrounds and parks nearby. The organization of the Kindergarten will vary from year to year depending on how many children join. Regardless of the way it is organized in any year, each class will always have a pre-school teacher or a person with similar qualifications who is responsible for the educational plans. The Kindergarten is run in the same building as the Norwegian School, which is very convenient for families with children both in the School and in the Kindergarten. Equally, the transition to school is easy as the children already know the building, as well as children and staff members at the School. The Norwegian Kindergarten in London is a registered English charity. The Board of Governors is the supreme body representing the owners. The Board is responsible for running The Norwegian Kindergarten in London by English and UK law. The Board is responsible for the overall financial situation at any time and to plan, implement and report financial plans, annual budget, and accounts to UK authorities. The Board is the employer for all positions. The Board shall ensure that The Norwegian Kindergarten in London continues to develop as an attractive educational opportunity and will make long-term plans for the future of the kindergarten. The keeping children safe in education statutory guidance (September 2016) states that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is everyone´s responsibility. Everyone who comes into contact with children and their families and carers has a role to play in safeguarding children. To fulfill this responsibility effectively, all professionals should make sure their approach is child-centered. This means that they should consider, at all times, what is in the best interest of the child. We aim to form excellent relationships with families so that we understand our children as individuals and can identify any type of concern that may arise. We work closely with parents in making decisions to enhance their child’s development and happiness. The Norwegian Kindergarten will endeavor to create an atmosphere that encourages good and positive behavior, we believe that children flourish best when they know how they are expected to behave and gain respect through interaction with caring adults who show them respect and value their personalities. Children need to have set boundaries of behavior for their own and others' safety. Within the Kindergarten, we aim to set these boundaries in a way that helps the child to develop a sense of the significance of their behavior, both on their environment and those around them. This policy will identify to staff a whole Kindergarten approach to the management of children`s behavior, including development strategies to be used in response to negative behavior and to involve parents and carers where needed. We expect all members of our setting – children, parents, and staff to keep to guidelines, requiring these to be applied consistently. We also work in partnership with children`s parents and carers who are regularly informed about their child`s behavior. View full school

At NTNU, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, we create knowledge for a better world and solutions that can change everyday life. NTNU is a university with an international focus, with headquarters in Trondheim and campuses in Ålesund and Gjøvik. NTNU has a prominent profile in science and technology, various professional study programs, and excellent academic breadth that also includes the humanities, social sciences, economics, medicine, health sciences, educational science, architecture, entrepreneurship, art disciplines, and artistic activities. NTNU has four strategic research areas in 2014–2023: sustainability, energy, oceans, and health. NTNU has offices in Japan and Brussels (together with the University of Bergen and SINTEF). The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is the largest in Norway today, dating back to 1910. A tradition is going back to 1767 and the Royal Norwegian Society of Sciences Letters (DKNVS). NTNU's social mission is to create knowledge for a better world and deliver solutions that can change and improve everyday life. NTNU has the primary responsibility for higher education in technology in Norway and is the country's premier institution for engineers' education. The university offers several professional study programs and a broad academic curriculum in the natural sciences, social sciences, teacher education, humanities, medicine, health sciences, economics, finance, administration, architecture, and the arts. Research forms part of the activities through a variety of projects and programs in addition to specialized centers. NTNU's strategic commitment to three enabling technologies in 2011–2020 include biotechnology, ICT, and nanotechnology. Enabling technologies involve interdisciplinary basic research that contributes to developing new industries, products, and solutions in most society sectors. Knowledge provides people with opportunities and influence, as well as a foundation for making wise choices. Knowledge inspires and challenges. It changes attitudes, mindsets, and how we perceive the world around us. Informed debate strengthens our democracy. NTNU's activities should benefit society as a whole, and society can trust that our findings comply with the best scientific practice. Knowledge and technology development creates opportunities for increasing sustainable value creation and finding answers to significant challenges. Through the United Nations, the world has agreed on 17 Sustainable Development Goals. NTNU will contribute actively towards achieving the Sustainable Development Goals. NTNU's strength is our main profile in science and technology combined with academic breadth and interdisciplinarity. NTNU's values serve as a guide for all staff and students, and our behavior reflects these values. Our work is founded on four values: to be creative, critical, constructive, and respectful. Academic freedom is the basis for our activities. We take on challenging questions and tasks and seek innovative solutions based on our academic breadth. NTNU supports the development of disciplines, people, and cultures. We value and encourage innovation among students and staff and innovative teaching, research, and artistic activities. Our activities build on fundamental democratic values, and we represent an unprejudiced and independent voice. Our academic culture's hallmarks are debate, critical reflection, fact-based knowledge, impartiality, and high ethical awareness. We challenge conventional ideas and solutions. We engage in an open and solution-oriented dialogue with the outside world and emphasize external and internal collaboration. We take social responsibility, influence, correct, and develop each other and our environment through dialogue and dissemination of knowledge. NTNU places emphasis on co-determination and active involvement by students and employees. Every employee and student has a responsibility to contribute to a work and study environment characterized by respect and consideration. We facilitate personal growth and development of skills. We contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in society and our activities. We promote equality and tolerance. At NTNU, we show respect for varying attitudes and opinions. Our mission covers both the expectations that the world around us has of NTNU and the challenges we want to solve. We have a general mission, similar to other universities, and a specific mission, which makes us unique. As a university, NTNU has a responsibility to nurture basic research with a long-term horizon and educate outstanding students. We offer research-based education at all levels. We develop and disseminate knowledge and manage expertise in nature, people, society, and technology. NTNU promotes and disseminates culture and contributes to innovation in society, business, and public administration. NTNU is a broad-based university with a prominent science and technology profile and focuses on professional study programs. We contribute to Norway's development. We create value – economic, cultural, and social – and have a national role in developing the technological foundation for tomorrow's society. View full university

NMBU's research and study programs enable people worldwide to tackle the significant global challenges regarding the environment, sustainable development, and improving human and animal health, renewable energy sources, food production, and land- and resource management. Staff and students at NMBU will deal with challenging dilemmas and maneuver in situations where it is not clear what is right and what is wrong. In many issues, this concerns the opposition of different interests, in which many norms must weigh up and moderate about other considerations. In each instance, an evaluation must be made to find the right thing to do. The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) consists of seven faculties, of which six are located at Campus Ås, and one is partially located at Campus Adamstuen. A new research and teaching building for veterinary science will open in 2019, meaning all seven faculties at NMBU will be consolidated in Ås. The Norwegian Veterinary Institute will move to Campus Ås at the same time. Campus Ås is also home to one of Norway's most beautiful parks, with several historical buildings and Ås Farm, where research and teaching on traditional livestock are conducted. Campus Ås covers a total area of 600 hectares in the municipality of Ås. Two other major institutions are also co-located with NMBU at Campus Ås: critical parts of the Norwegian Institute of Food, Fisheries, and Aquaculture Research (Nofima) and the Norwegian Institute of Bioeconomy Research (NIBIO). View full university

The Norwegian School of Sport Sciences (NIH) offers opportunities to study at Bachelor, Master, and Doctoral levels. The Bachelor and Master educations are taught in Norwegian. Individual courses are open to exchange students and are in English. There are currently approximately 1600 full- and part-time students at NIH. The education is of high international quality and gives the students competence relevant to our modern society's challenges and stimulates personal development. The courses can be continued at the Masters's level, where the students have a range of different study modules from which to choose. The School's 3-year Ph.D. program is a continuation of a Masters's degree in sport science. Other relevant Master studies can be approved as a basis for admission to the program. As of 2013, NIH has more than 70 PhD-students. About half of the students at NIH are part-time students. The part-time courses consist of sports management modules, outdoor education, physical education, fitness, and elite trainer. A series of short courses and seminars are also arranged, often associated with other research environments or with sports foundations or sporting organizations. The Norwegian School of Sport Sciences aims to increase its offer to international students. Many students at the School choose to undertake part of their education at institutions outside Norway. Also, there are international students at NIH. These students are primarily organized under international exchange programs such as Nordplus or Erasmus. The School has an Erasmus agreement with a wide range of universities in the Nordic countries and Europe. Our students also have the opportunity to study in Canada and the USA. The Norwegian School of Sport Sciences faculty has a broad international network of research collaborators. View full university

NMH offers music education founded on research and artistic development work. Our teachers are leading performers, music pedagogues, conductors, church musicians, music therapists, and composers. The high quality of education offered at the Norwegian Academy of Music is made possible by our faculty and staff of highly qualified professionals. Over 180 employees' competence spans many genres and specializations, ensuring breadth in teaching, research, and presentation. The Norwegian Academy of Music fosters healthy communities in performance, music education, academic and creative disciplines through its active working groups. Experience our students, staff, and guest instructors in concerts, masterclasses, and academic conferences. The Norwegian Academy of Music houses over 300 concerts per year, the highest concert production activity among Oslo's many halls and music venues. Many concerts are also organized in collaboration with local organizations and partners in Oslo and the surrounding area. The Norwegian Academy of Music has excellent concert halls, recording studios, the largest specialty music library in Norway, and an extensive collection of historical instruments. Rooms and suites are designed and equipped to give students and staff optimal access and resources for teaching, research, artistic development, creativity, and musical expansion. Our buildings and facilities provide among the best and most modern music education environments in Europe. The NMH Library is an institutional library, and its primary users are staff and students at the Academy. The library's collections of sheet music, audiovisual materials, books, journals, and electronic resources have been built to support the academic staff and students with the resources needed for instruction, research, and performance. View full university

NHH Norwegian School of Economics is one of the leading business schools in Europe. NHH has an internationally recognized research environment and is the first choice for students who want to study business administration in Norway. In close cooperation with the business community and society, we develop new knowledge and create values for a sustainable future. European Quality Improvement System - EQUIS - is an international system of quality assessment, improvement, and accreditation for higher education institutions in management and business administration. The fundamental objective is to raise the standard of management education. EQUIS facilitates standard setting, benchmarking, mutual learning, and the dissemination across borders of good practice. NHH has been EQUIS accredited since 2001, and this was renewed for an additional five years in 2016 and 2011. NHH will be a driving force for business development and society and will educate people for value creation and sustainable development. NHH will be among the leading business schools in Europe and at the top level internationally in selected areas. Quality, high ethical standards, and dedication to common goals characterize all activities at NHH. Students, staff, and other members of the NHH community are committed, open, and ambitious. View full university

MF Norwegian School of Theology (1908) is an accredited Specialized University focusing on Theology, Religion, and Social Studies, located in Oslo. With three departments (the Department of Theology, the Department of Religious Education and Pedagogical Studies, and the Department of Religion and Society), MF educates scholars, teachers, ministers, and other professionals at the undergraduate and graduate level for leadership and service both nationally and internationally. MF strives to continually grow as a leading school of theology through research in line with the highest standards of international excellence, the application and dissemination of knowledge, and the pursuit of quality education in an environment of freedom, credibility, and ecumenical cooperation, devoted to the personal growth and formation of students. MF students are engaged and committed to making student life as fulfilling as possible. Everybody has a chance to help improve the school because students are democratically represented in every governing body within MF and bodies that represent students nationally in Norway. The NAUTILUS Survey confirms that MF students are more satisfied than students from other institutions, both in social environment and academics. The Quality Assurance System (or QAS) is designed to ensure that MF provides education of high international quality and that students who graduate from MF are well adapted to the workplace they will be stepping into. It relies on students' perspectives on MF's recruitment, learning and teaching environment, exam procedures, and additional professional life preparations. The system encompasses all of MF's undergraduate, graduate, and continuing education programs. The requirement to have a Quality Assurance System is established by law and regulated by the Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education. Internally, the MF Board oversees the Quality Assurance System and provides guidelines for ongoing quality improvement. The Board of MF holds primary responsibility for the education quality and delegates the system's implementation to other departments within the institution. View full university

BI Norwegian Business School is an independent, not-for-profit foundation and the leading provider of research-based knowledge on Norway's business and management disciplines. BI Norwegian Business School will be a leading business school in Europe, attracting the best students and excellent faculty, both in research and teaching. With the best minds on our team, we will have an impact on international research, on the students' learning, and the practice in the business and public sector. Our purpose is to build the knowledge economy and to improve businesses through empowering people. We offer many kinds of study areas - group stations, flexible work stations for individuals and groups, quiet areas, and computer areas. In total, we have more than 3000 study stations on campus. We have 48 group rooms on the lower floor. In the library, we have 46 group rooms and 9 AV rooms. The group rooms can take 4-6 persons. We offer a wide range of options for food and drinks. The campus has a student cafeteria, kiosks, and coffee shops. The goal is to provide a variety of food made up of fresh commodities. We offer many kinds of study areas - group stations, flexible work stations for individuals and groups, quiet areas, and computer areas. In total, we have more than 3000 study stations on campus. We have 48 group rooms on the lower floor. In the library, we have 46 group rooms and 9 AV rooms. The group rooms can take 4-6 persons. We offer a wide range of options for food and drinks. The campus has a student cafeteria, kiosks, and coffee shops. The goal is to provide a variety of food made up of fresh commodities. View full university