We look forward to welcoming you at our campus in Fredrikstad and to the Faculty of Computer Science, Engineering and Economics. We are glad that you have chosen to study with us. We hope you will enjoy your time here and look forward to meeting you at the start of the semester in August.
Here you will find information and a program that applies to all new students.
Below, you will find information and a program specifically for your study program.
Teaching
You can find links to digital events and room numbers for physical attendance in your schedule.
Monday, August 12: Suddenly a student - what now? Digital introduction day.
Tuesday, August 13: Official opening day with the opening ceremony at Blå Grotte in Fredrikstad, followed by a welcome and opening day at the Fredrikstad campus. Link to program!
Wednesday, August 14 - Friday, August 16: Introduction and teaching. Check what applies to your study program in your schedule.
Curriculum
You can find the curriculum for each subject in the course description. You will find the subjects you will be taking in the fall of 2024 in your study model.
What will you learn?
During the first week, you will receive thorough information about Østfold University College in general and your study program in particular. Information about the structure, content, recommended literature, and assessment methods of the study program can also be found in the study plan. Take the time to read it to get an overview of what you will go through.
Norwegian language is your most important tool as a student!
Do you have a different mother tongue than Norwegian? To succeed in your studies, it is smart to work on Norwegian language skills and prepare for the subject language in your study program.
Adaptation in teaching and learning situations
Do you know that you have a need for adaptation before the semester begins?
Deadline to apply for adaptation in teaching:
- Fall semester: September 1st.
- Spring semester: January 15th.
Here you will find more information and an application form for adaptation in teaching.
The deadlines above do not apply to adaptation during exams -
DEADLINE OCTOBER 1ST/MARCH 1ST - read more about adaptation during exams here.
Tuition fees for international students
Students from outside the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland who begin their studies in autumn 2024 should be prepared to pay tuition fees.
Visa-application and deposit
The offer letter you have received from our Admission office must be enclosed with your visa application (study permit). Please note that the letter is electronically signed and is sufficient to use in your visa application. The admission office does not send out hard copies of the letter. No stamp or signature is required. Please contact our Admission office if you have any questions regarding your offer of admission.
All questions regarding your visa application should be directed to the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI)
For students wishing to use our deposit account, any questions about the deposit should be sent to: depositaccount@hiof.no.
Note that we have not set a deadline for the deposit, however please make sure you transfer the deposit as soon as possible. In return you will receive a confirmation of payment from us which you will need for your study permit application.
Housing
Please contact the Student Welfare Organisation in Østfold (SiØ) for information about housing
ICT-information
You will need access to a pc/mac and internet in order to join the online teaching. The university college will provide you with access to the basic software you will need for the course.
Please read the information on how to use online tools, such as Canvas (teaching platform), Zoom, and Office 365.
More information on IT-services.
Student Support Section
You will find a lot of useful information at the Student Support Section. Student Support is manned by study advisors. Contact us if you need guidance or other practical help!
Contact persons for your study program:
- Study advisor Eirik Skogh
- Program Coordinator Susana Garcia Sanfelix
Good luck with your studies!