Introduction

The study programme is organised into 2 modules – an autumn module (30 ECTS) and a winter/spring module (30 ECTS). Students can chose one of them - or both.

Play (experimental learning), sport and outdoor life are cultural and social phenomena undergoing constant change. The study programme examines the relationship between sport, culture and society in the context of Norwegian society. The main emphasis will be on how the cultural and historical variations in sports, culture and society influence social relations.

Students will utilise their own background and experiences in relation to physical education, sport, culture and society, and this will constitute an important contribution in their successful completion of the study programme. Outdoor life and activities in nature are important elements in Norwegian sports and cultural understanding and through trips, practical activities and theoretical discussions the study programme will emphasise this, while in addition to placing these topics in an international perspective. Didactic reflections are also an important part of this programme.

Target Group and Admission Requirements

Norwegian students: general admission requirements.

Foreign students: approval from the student’s home institution.

Aim of the Programme

• The study programme may be included in a European Bachelor’s degree with emphasis on physical education, sports and outdoor life in Norway in a social and cultural perspective.
• To create an understanding of physical education, sport and outdoor life by comparing and discussing how this is practiced in different countries and cultures.
• To offer students new experiences from different learning arenas which they will seldom encounter in their home countries, and foster enthusiasm through students’ participation in activities and mastering of new skills.

Further Education opportunities

The study programme may be included in a European Bachelor’s Degree.

Curriculum and structure

The study programme is organised into 2 modules – an autumn module (30 ECTS) and a winter/spring module (30 ECTS). Norway has a temperate northern climate with clearly defined seasons and the modules reflect this. Some theoretical courses are common to both of the modules, while the courses including practical activities and Outdoor Life courses are different.

Teaching and Learning Methods

The study programme will alternate between lectures, group work, project work, student presentations, seminars, instruction, excursions and supervision. The foreign students and the Norwegian students will work together in the Outdoor Life courses and in several of the practical activities.

Theory and Practical Training

For each of the two modules the students will complete one week’s practice in a Norwegian or international school.

Assessment Methods

Please refer to each course.

Minor adjustments may occur during the academic year, subject to the decision of the Dean