Department of Social Sciences
The Department of Social Sciences has an excellent reputation for providing first-class courses of study, qualifying students for working life in several different professions. One of the department’s strengths is the wide variety of courses. The academic staff possess high competence in their various subjects and actively research within their fields of expertise. As well as regular lectures and seminars, a lot of attention is paid to tutoring and following up on each student during their studies. The student environment is friendly and students express their contentment with the courses of study provided. Every year the curriculum and literature lists are revised so that all courses are truly up-to-date. 

Bachelor of Social Work
Bachelor of Social Work (child care)
Bachelor of Politics and Administration
Bachelor of Arts in History
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology
Bachelor of Arts in Politics
Bachelor in Circumpolar Studies
Master of Social Work
Master of Sociology
Master of Comparative Social Work

One-Year Program:
Norwegian Language and Society

Semester Programs:
Norwegian Politics and Society
Northern Scandinavian Politics and Society

Institute of Nursing and Health
We have more than 80 years of experience in educating nurses starting with “NKS Sykepleieskole” (NKS School of Nursing) in 1920. Since 1994 we have been a part of Bodø University College, and you will find that The Institute of Nursing and Health today offers perhaps the best education for nurses available, in practical and modern study facilities. We also have many years of experience in decentralised education and long distance learning aided by modern information technology. In this and other ways the department has showed a great ability in offering education corresponding to the changing needs of the society. The high quality of our programmes is safeguarded by National Guidelines and Department Board approval. We are proud to say that our academic staff is highly competent, and very interested in developing their competency. International student exchange has a long tradition in the department, securing that international students will feel welcome.

Bachelor of Nursing

Honours in Aging and welfare services for old people
Honours in Occupational health and safety
Honours in Practice mentoring within health and social welfare studies
Honours in Mental health
Honours in Anaesthetics
Honours in Child nursing
Honours in Intensive care
Honours in Operating theatre nursing
Honours in Cancer nursing

Department of Fisheries and Natural Sciences
Being located on the seaside, Bodø offers a perfect environment for studies within fisheries, marine sciences and natural sciences. The Department of Fisheries and Natural Sciences is one of the leading academic environments
within fisheries and fish farming in Norway.  The department has good facilities for training and research. In the main building we have chemistry and biology laboratories. With a 15-minute walk from the main building, you will find Mørkvedbukta. Mørkvedbukta is a centre for research in fish farming. The department focuses on studies that are trade oriented and professional.  Our students are trained to be competent and result-oriented employees in the traditional fisheries, fish farms, the nutrition industry and within the administration of these.  Our courses are especially designed for students interested in working within the marine industry and sciences, but our alumni work within a variety of trades.  All our programs are interdisciplinary and integrate natural sciences, technological and business subjects.

Bachelor of Fisheries
Bachelor of Aquaculture
Bachelor of Technology of Fisheries and Nutrient Industry
Bachelor of Fisheries and Business
Bachelor of Export Marketing with international internship
In addition to this the department offers many exciting programs.

Bodø Graduate School of Business
Bodø Graduate School of Business has a highly qualified and motivated academic staff, which offers programs from the undergraduate level to the doctorate degree in business as well as programs in information technology at the undergraduate level. In the field of innovation and entrepreneurship, our staff are leaders both in Europe and worldwide. Our core academic resources are extended by a network of academic staff from other business schools and universities in Norway and internationally. At the doctorate level we offer several high quality doctoral courses every year and take much pride in attracting Ph.D. students from all over the world.

Our students are active in many ways and the student unions are involved in organising student life and the development of Bodø Graduate School of Business.  The students are given a supportive learning environment where each individual is welcomed to join a group of study with fellow students. At the graduate level the students are divided into smaller classes, which give more opportunity to active student participation and discussions.

Bachelor in Business Administration
Bachelor in Business Administration (accounting)
Bachelor in Information Technology and Business
Bachelor in Information TechnologyMaster of Science in Business (Entrepreneurship)
Master of Science in Business (Accounting and Management Control)
Master of Science in Business (International Business)
Master of Science in Business (Logistics and Transport Management)
Master of Science in Business (Environmental Management)
Master of Science in Business (Marketing)
Master of Science in Business (Information Management)

PhD program

Institute of Education and Culture studies
Recently celebrating its 50-year anniversary, the Institute of Education and Culture studies (called ILUK) is one of the oldest at Bodø Regional University. We offer teacher education in a wide range of courses at all levels from pre-school to the upper secondary school working hard to maintain the department’s great tradition.  Our students participate in a program which is an interesting combination of theory and “hands-on” practice at day-care centers or in schools. During practice periods students are introduced not only to the practical aspects of teaching, but also to the Norwegian school ideology and school management.  ILUK offers a great variety of specialized courses within drama, music, painting, pottery, clothes design, language and physical training as a part of a regular program. ILUK is responsible for covering teacher education needs of the Sami population in the region.

To meet a growing demand for continuing education, the department now offers a wide range of interesting and challenging courses.

Bachelor of Teacher Education (pre-school, primary and secondary school)
Bachelor of Dance (dance teachers)

Honors in Special Teacher Education
Practical pedagogical Studies

We also offer a wide range of ½ to 1-year units where students focus in one specific area.