Bachelor in Agricultural Technology

Agricultural Technology Bachelor's Programme

The University of Inland Norway offers a Bachelor i landbruksteknikk. This programme awards a Bachelor's degree. It lasts for 3 years. Instruction is in Norwegian.

What You Will Study

This programme focuses on future technology in agriculture. Students gain technical and agronomic skills. The curriculum combines theory with practical learning. This includes workshops, laboratories, and field work. Learning is problem-based, both individually and in groups. Teaching takes place at the Blæstad campus, located on a farm near Hamar.

Career Opportunities

Graduates are qualified for roles in agricultural machinery development and marketing. This includes leadership positions like product manager. The degree also prepares students for teaching agricultural subjects. Other opportunities include consulting in public administration, field mechanization, and precision agriculture. Graduates may also work in agricultural building planning or sales. The programme provides a foundation for starting a business. Further master's studies are possible.

Admission and Dates

The programme starts in August. The application deadline is April 15. Applicants need general university admission qualifications. Real competence applications have a deadline of March 1. The programme is full-time and worth 180 study credits. A semester fee applies.

The University of Inland Norway is located in Norway. It offers flexible education across six campuses. These campuses are Blæstad, Elverum, Evenstad, Hamar, Lillehammer, and Rena. The university also offers teaching in Kongsvinger and Tynset. It provides bachelor, master, and doctoral degrees. Shorter courses and year-long studies are also available. The university has a total of 15,257 students.

Research at the university is closely linked to its education programs. This ensures education is research-based. The university contributes new knowledge to important societal areas. It has a practical research profile. This supports knowledge-based working life and innovation. The university collaborates nationally and internationally. It offers English-language programs to attract international students. Many students also study abroad.

The University of Inland Norway is a key competence institution in its region. It actively collaborates with employers and society in Innlandet. The university is re-certified as a Miljøfyrtårn. This applies to the institution and all its study locations. It is known for hosting a prestigious research conference in leadership and business economics.