Noroff currently has more than 3500 online students. Here are eight tips on how to become a structured and engaged online student:
▫️Get to Know Your Virtual Classmates
To make your life as an online student meaningful, invest time in getting to know your fellow students. It's nice to know who you're "classmates" with, have someone to discuss assignments with, or tackle challenges that might arise during your studies. Who knows, you might meet each other in the professional world later on?
▫️Allocate Time for Activities Besides Studies
Starting as an online student can be overwhelming. There's a lot to learn, a new digital classroom with new classmates and instructors. It's important to dive in, but don't feel like you have to study 24/7. Take breaks; do something entirely different. Go to the movies, hit the gym, or engage in activities that recharge you, so you're ready when the alarm rings the next morning.
▫️Adopt a Learning Mindset
It's okay to find certain modules challenging – it's part of our development and learning. Remember, you're taking online studies to learn. If you already knew everything, you wouldn't be studying it. Be patient and understand that you are making progress - whether big or small.
▫️Establish a Morning Routine
A good morning routine is a common trait among successful individuals. Find your morning ritual and stick to it every day. Consider setting daily goals before you start studying. These goals should be realistic and specific. It often works well and feels satisfying to check off something that's been accomplished ✔️
Photo: Jeanette L. Bækkevold.
▫️Avoid Procrastination, Start Today
Avoid the stress! It's the night before the deadline, and you're working like crazy to complete assignments. "Why didn't I start earlier?" This is a familiar dilemma. Planning is crucial, and you must manage your time wisely. At the beginning of the week, new lessons and assignments are distributed; this is when you should create a plan for the week. That way, you gain a full overview of what needs to be done. When you've mastered and submitted everything on time, enjoy the feeling.
▫️Log Off Social Media
Try to be a bit selfish; when you're studying, focus on your studies. Beating Candy Crush, online shopping, and clickbait articles can be tough. Willpower can be drained by much less. Fortunately, there are various software programs online that block websites for a set period. Now you can concentrate without distractions!
▫️Ask for Help
The instructors at Noroff Online Studies are passionate about their subjects and highly value engaged students. Ask questions in the digital classroom, show curiosity, and share your knowledge. It's better to ask one time too many than one time too few.
▫️Have Fun
Turn your studies into something enjoyable. Create a pleasant workspace at home, ensuring it's quiet, organized, and preferably free from distractions. Occasionally, it's also nice to change your study environment, perhaps at a café or a library. Remember that studying should be fun, and the knowledge you accumulate during these years will make you an asset in the professional world.
Curious about how online studying works? Read more here.
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IT study programmes
The programme provides comprehensive training in securing digital systems against online attacks, cybercrime and digital warfare. It equips students for careers focused on strengthening digital defences and protecting data and information.
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3 years |
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Online |
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Online PLUS Oslo. Read more here. |
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Kristiansand |
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Bachelor's Degree upon completion |
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Tech education for those aspiring to become a back-end developer with advanced technical programming skills. You will learn advanced features in JavaScript, cloud-based services, and .NET, preparing you to work as a full-stack developer.
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2 year |
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Available online |
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Higher Professional Degree Diploma |
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Get involved in management of security and protection of valuable digital assets. This Bachelor's degree covers IT skills ranging from business processes to database systems, management and IT architecture.
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3 years |
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Online |
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Online PLUS Oslo. Read more here. |
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Bachelor's Degree, 180 ECTS |
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Tech education for those who want to work on the web solutions of the future. The development and maintenance of server-based software solutions are becoming increasingly important, making back-end developers one of the most sought-after roles in the tech industry.
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1 year |
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Available online |
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Professional Degree Diploma |
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There are few aspects of our digital lives that are untouched by machine learning. With this programme, you'll teach systems to learn from data. You'll be highly qualified for jobs in AI and can start working straight after graduation.
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1 year |
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Online Study Programme |
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Professional Degree |
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The programme equips you for a dynamic career, fostering collaboration with businesses to understand and harness the vast amounts of data at their disposal. It also cultivates skills in the field of intelligent AI systems.
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3 years |
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Online |
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Online PLUS Oslo. Read more here. |
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Kristiansand |
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Bachelor's Degree upon completion |
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Become a sought-after data analyst with advanced skills in databases, cloud services and big data, helping organisations make informed decisions with relevant and up-to-date information.
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2 years |
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Available online |
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Higher Professional Degree |
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As a data analyst, you will be one of the most sought-after professionals in today's job market. Your ability to help business leaders make informed decisions using relevant and up-to-date data-driven information will make you a valuable asset.
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1 year |
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Online Study Programme |
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Professional Degree |
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The technology education where visual design meets coding, web, and UX design. The high demand for front-end developers opens doors to a diverse career in IT and design.
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2 years |
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Available online |
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Higher Professional Degree upon completion |
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The rise in cyber attacks, ransomware and hacking has created a critical need for skilled digital investigators with the ability to respond to cyber security incidents.
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3 years |
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Online |
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Online PLUS Oslo. Read more here. |
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Kristiansand, Norway |
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Bachelor's Degree, 180 ECTS |
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This programme provides a pragmatic IT education specifically designed to equip individuals with the skills necessary to combat hacking and cybercrime. The acute demand for IT security expertise provides excellent employment opportunities.
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2 years |
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Available online |
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Higher Professional Degree upon completion |
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The need for network and systems administration skills has never been greater. The management, configuration and administration of data networks and servers has evolved from being the domain of IT companies to a pervasive influence across multiple industries.
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1 year |
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Online Study Programme |
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Professional Degree |
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The programme gives you the opportunity to combine financial expertise with Python skills, enabling you to contribute to the development of new software products for the financial industry.
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6 months |
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Online Study Programme |
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Design, Marketing, and Communication
This programme provides practical skills and insight into understanding the needs and limitations of users of digital products. There is a high demand for UX designers with expertise in relevant processes, tools and techniques.
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1 year |
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Online Study Programme |
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Professional Degree |
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An education that provides practical expertise in developing user-friendly designs. As the demand for well-designed digital products grows, so does the need for this expertise.
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1 year |
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Online Study Programme |
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Professional Degree |
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Enter the world of digital marketing and deliver measurable results through digital advertising, search engine optimisation, content marketing and analytics. This programme focuses on strategic and targeted online marketing and social media practices.
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1 year |
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Available online |
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Oslo, Bergen, Kristiansand, Stavanger |
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Professional Degree upon completion |
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The programme offers hands-on training that develops both creative and strategic visual communication skills. Through real-world projects, you'll gain practical experience that equips you for immediate entry into the workplace.
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2 years (or 1 year) |
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Available online |
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Higher Professional Degree upon completion |
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Hands-on education that teaches you how to create engaging video content for platforms such as Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube. Today, there is a high demand for marketers with video production skills.
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1 year |
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Online Studies |
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Professional Degree |
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A practical education for those who want to work technologically and creatively in architecture and modelling. You will stand out on the job market with the ability to produce architectural drawings and visualisation materials.
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1 Year |
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Online Study Programme |
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Professional Degree |
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Hands-on education that teaches you about mechanical assemblies and structures. This knowledge is in demand across a range of industries and can open doors to exciting opportunities in fields such as construction and the oil industry.
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1 year |
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Online Study Programme |
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Professional Degree |
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Building Information Modelling (BIM) is the key to digital transformation in the construction industry. This hands-on education will prepare you for a career in the construction industry with a future-oriented perspective.
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2 years |
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Online Study Programme |
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Higher Professional Degree |
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3D and Interactive Media
This programme will equip you with the skills to design and animate 3D characters, an increasingly important skill in the entertainment and creative industries, opening the door to a wide range of exciting career opportunities.
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3 years |
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Online |
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Online PLUS Oslo. Read more here. |
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Kristiansand |
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Bachelor's Degree upon completion |
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This programme will provide you with a diverse range of game design skills and the knowledge needed to succeed in the industry. You will have the opportunity to build a portfolio that will open doors in an exciting and ever-evolving field.
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3 years |
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Online |
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Online PLUS Oslo. Read more here. |
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Kristiansand |
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Bachelor's Degree upon completion |
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This hands-on education prepares you for a career in the games, animation, visual effects, advertising and visualisation industries. The programme uses the latest technology and working methods to prepare you for the real world.
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1 year |
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Available online |
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Oslo, Bergen |
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Professional Degree |
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