Admission and how to apply
Admission requirements
All applicants for undergraduate programs taught in Norwegian at universities and university colleges in Norway, apply through the Norwegian Universities and Colleges Admission Service (NUCAS) and must meet Norwegian and English language requirements.
We refer to the Norwegian Universities and Colleges Admission Service (NUCAS) for further information.
Admission to HVL
Western Norway University of Applied Sciences (HVL) is responsible for the education meeting the requirements from the Norwegian Maritime Authority. The education is subject to the Norwegian Maritime Authority's requirements for quality assurances.
In addition to regular subjects, the following courses are mandatory:
- STCW Basic safety training (as specified in STCW A-VI/1-1, A-VI/1-2, A-VI/1-3 and A-VI/1-4)
- STCW Advanced Safety Training (as specified in STCW A-VI/2-1, A-VI/3 og A-VI/4-1)
- Medical Care (STCW A-VI/4-2)
- Maritime Radio Communication (GMDSS, STCW IV)
We offer some of these courses in cooperation with external companies.
Where can I travel?
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