Østfold University College
Halden, Norway
- 1994
- Founded
- Not listed
- Global Rank
- 7,000+
- Total Students
- Not listed
- International Students
- 0
- Programs
About Østfold University College
Østfold University College (Høgskolen i Østfold — HiØ) is a leading public higher education institution situated in the vibrant, historical region of Østfold in southeast Norway. Formed on 1 August 1994 through the amalgamation of five regional colleges in Halden, Sarpsborg, and Fredrikstad, HiØ educates roughly 7,000 students supported by 650 dedicated faculty and staff members. Operating across two modern, technologically advanced campuses in Halden (Remmen) and Fredrikstad (Kråkerøy/Værste), the institution is renowned for its intense focus on practical, project-based degree programs in computer science, artificial intelligence, green energy technology, civil and mechanical engineering, teacher training, foreign language pedagogy, nursing, and social welfare sciences. The university college maintains close collaborative relationships with Nordic tech companies, regional hospital trusts, municipal administrations, and European university exchange alliances.
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NOK 142,000 – 290,000 / year (EU/EEA: Tuition-Free €0)Fees vary by course and degree level.
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Halden, Norway
Østfold University College is located in Halden, Norway.
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