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Cert in Samfunnsfag | årsstudium | nettstudium

Cert in Samfunnsfag | årsstudium | nettstudium

Western Norway University of Applied Sciences

Bergen, Vestland, Norway

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Cert in Samfunnsfag | årsstudium | nettstudium at Western Norway University of Applied Sciences in Bergen, Norway is a certificate programme. The programme runs for 1 year, delivered fully online.

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Degree: Certificate

Duration: 1 year

Delivery: Online

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Last checked October 2026 · Source: hvl.no ·

Program details

Overview

An online one-year introduction to history, sociology and political science, suited to new students and to people building on existing education. It shows how to understand social and political processes using scientific perspectives and methods, and how history shapes society today. The course is 60 ECTS and full-time. An online start-up session takes place in August 2026, followed by an introduction to the Canvas learning platform. The course can also be credited into other degree programmes. Admission is through Samordna opptak.

Requirements

Admission Requirements: General study competence (generell studiekompetanse). Samordna opptak study code 203242. Last admission round, ordinary quota: cut-off 60.7 points; all qualified applicants with first-time certificates were admitted.

Application Details

Start Date: August 2026

Application Deadline: 15 April

About Western Norway University of Applied Sciences

Type: University

Control: Public

Students: 17,000

Programs: 258

Location: Bergen, Vestland, Norway

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Frequently asked questions

What degree does Cert in Samfunnsfag | årsstudium | nettstudium award?

Western Norway University of Applied Sciences awards a Certificate on completion of this programme.

How long does Cert in Samfunnsfag | årsstudium | nettstudium take?

The programme runs for 1 year.

Can Cert in Samfunnsfag | årsstudium | nettstudium be studied online?

Yes — the programme is delivered fully online.

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