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Cert in Samfunnsfag

Østfold University College

Halden, Østfold, Norway

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Cert in Samfunnsfag is a certificate in Social Sciences & Education programme taught at Østfold University College in Halden, Norway. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered on campus. It carries 60.0 credits (ECTS). Teaching is in Norwegian. Tuition for international students is NOK 0 per year (NOK 0 per year for local students).

At a glance

Degree: Certificate
Field: Social Sciences & Education
Duration: 1 year
Delivery: On Campus
Credits: 60.0 (ECTS)
Language: Norwegian
Local tuition: NOK 0 / year
International tuition: NOK 0 / year

Last checked October 2026 · Source: hiof.no ·

Program details

Overview

This one-year programme in social studies gives insight, tools and teaching competence for those who want to teach in primary school or move on to teacher education or a social science bachelor. It covers historical, political and geographical processes both in Norway and internationally. Students analyse power, identity, climate, sustainability and democracy, and learn how society is shaped and changes over time. The full-time 60-credit course is taught in Halden.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: Admission code GENS (generell studiekompetanse) via Samordna opptak; 20 study places.

Application Details

Application Deadline: 15. april

About Østfold University College

Type: University College
Control: Public
Founded: 1994
Programs: 66
Location: Halden, Østfold, Norway
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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Samfunnsfag award?

Østfold University College awards a Certificate in the field of Social Sciences & Education on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Samfunnsfag take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

How much does Cert in Samfunnsfag cost?

Tuition for international students is NOK 0 per year (NOK 0 per year for local students).

Can Cert in Samfunnsfag be studied online?

No — the programme is taught on campus at Østfold University College.

What language is Cert in Samfunnsfag taught in?

The programme is taught in Norwegian.

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