Nordic Active Living and Nature-based Exercise
If you are interested and want to learn about sport, movement, and exercise from a Nordic perspective and in a Nordic setting – this programme is designed for you.
Study facts
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Campus: Bø -
Study level: Exchange programmes, bachelor level -
Progression of study: Full time -
Start up: Autumn 2026 -
Teaching model: Campus -
Credits: 30 -
Charge: No tuition fee. -
Closing dates: Expired -
Semesters: 0 -
Teaching Language: English
Why study Nordic Active Living and Nature-based Exercise?
The programme aims to educate students in how to lead people and groups in various types of movement, both within the sporting context and in wider settings where participants look to meet their requirements in physical activity and exercise at various life stages.
Through lectures, practical activities, and work placements, students will gain a deep immersion into and rich understanding of sport and kinesiology in the Nordic context. The applied theoretical perspectives that are explored in the program are closely linked to placement and vocational activities outside the University. Through this careful integration of theory and practice, students will receive outstanding teaching from leading academics, and gain first-hand experience of sport and sport-related work in the Nordic context.
What will you learn?
The study program consists of two courses making up a total of 30 ECTS. During the courses, students will learn about the physiological, psychological and social developments that people experience during different life stages, and how these changes must be taken into account when planning physical activities.
Further, students will be provided with an ideal platform for their professional development. They will gain real experience in the planning, implementation, and assessment of coaching sessions and competitions. Students will be equipped to understand and to address important challenges that are associated with the coach’s role, using approaches that are both practical and holistic.
Why study at USN
The University of South-Eastern Norway (USN) offers an exceptional setting for learning. The student environment is excellent and the small size of USN allows for a close contact between students and professors. USN also benefits greatly from its geographical setting, with spectacular nature all around.
Campus Bø offers a good learning environment
Kristine, Remi and Ajda both agrees that working in small groups and have a close interaction with the lecturers are important for the learning environment.
Study Plan and Course Plans
A study plan describes the content, structure and organization of a study programme. To each study plan there is a set of course plans that describe the different courses. In the course plan you will also find a reading list. Below you will find a study model that shows you which courses that are taught in each term. In the study model you'll also find links to each course plan.
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Admission requirements
The programme is open to international exchange students studying at one of USN's bilateral partner institutions. Exchange students at the bachelor-level must have completed at least 60 ECTS or equivalent within the relevant study field, and be officially nominated by their home university in order to apply. Admission to the programme requires a good command of the English language, both spoken and written. An English proficiency equivalent to B2 (Cambridge) level is recommended.
