Telemark University College, Norway

Minot State University’s relationship with Telemark University College (TUC) is special, as Telemark campuses are located in the same region as Minot’s Norwegian sister city, Skien. Telemark is one out of 19 "counties" in Norway, situated in the center of the Southern part of the country, with a population of approximately 166,000. Telemark is breathtakingly beautiful, covered by mountains, hills and inland water.

TUC offers a number of programs to international students, all taught in English. MSU students can choose courses in one of the following departments:

• Scandinavian Studies
• Sport and Outdoor Life
• Alpine Ecology /Environmental Management
• Physical Education
• Human Technology Design
• Norwegian Folk Music
• Culture and Dialogue
• Care for the Aging

Telemark University College is similar to Minot State in many ways: small campus; small student groups; friendly and helpful faculty and staff; and modern campus facilities.

Learn more about Telemark University College on their website: www.hit.no/english.

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» Apply to be an exchange student at Telemark University College! [pdf]

Why study in Norway?
Quality education: With a wide range of high quality courses and great flexibility, Norwegian institutions prove to be an ideal study abroad destination. You will also benefit from the informal atmosphere at Norwegian universities and university colleges, where teachers are easily approachable and scholarship often takes place in small groups. Most institutions also have well equipped computer facilities with free Internet access.

Society: For the last four years the United Nations (UN) has ranked Norway as having the highest standard of living in the world. This annual ranking is based largely on average levels of education and income, combined with expected length of lifetime, but also factors like human rights and cultural freedom. Public services like education and health services are free, and Norwegians enjoy a highly developed welfare state.

Natural Beauty: In Norway, you can combine your studies with exciting outdoor activities, both winter and summer. You can see the Aurora Borealis ("Northern lights"), experience the midnight sun, fjords and mountains. Challenge yourself with skiing, white water rafting or climbing. Or simply enjoy the fresh air, clean water and lots and lots of space. As a student in Norway you will never be short of possibilities for unique nature experiences.

TUC study hall	TUC classroom
TUC library	Skien manhole cover
Skein Cathedral, Norway	TUC library