Engineering a Sustainable Future: Empowering Green and Digital Solutions

Are you excited to combine your engineering studies with the chance to experience Norway’s breathtaking nature and sustainable work-life balance?

The Institute of Engineering invites you to join our courses and explore Norway’s innovative and green approach to engineering.

Our institute is a regional leader in advanced research and education, offering study programs in Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering. These disciplines prepare students to explore technological advancements and develop sustainable solutions. With a strong commitment to excellence in education and research, we strive to shape the future of industry and society.

The bachelor program in Institute of Engineering at Østfold University College in Norway, is launching a new programme for international students:

Autumn SemestersSpring Semesters
IRE20012 Electronics (10 ECTS)IRE26725 IOT Basic Knowledge (5 ECTS)
IRE20425 Digital Technology (5ECTS)IRE35123 Power Electronics (10 ECTS)
ELE25726 Electrical Machines 1 (5ECTS)*
Course runs over two semesters. 
ELE25726 Electrical Machines 2 (5ECTS)*
Must have completed Electrical Machines 1.
IRE26121 Green Energy Technology and Energy Storage (10 ECTS - Elective)IRM23925 Product Development (10 ECTS)
IRE30721 Network and IOT (10 ECTS - Elective)

 

IREXC10018 International student research project (20 ECTS)

IRE30821 High voltage technology and relay (10 ECTS-Autumn 2027 - Elective) 
IRF33018 Business and Research Internship (10 ECTS - Elective) 
IRM34513 Advanced Materials for Energy Technology (10 ECTS) 
IRM20513 Thermodynamics (10 ECTS) 

Important: Elective courses run only if minimum enrollment is met

All courses are taught at our campus in Fredrikstad.

The programme is an international alternative integrated into the ordinary curriculum, so you will meet and work with Norwegian students and companies during your stay. Students may take the courses as a full-year study, single semester or as individual courses.

Contact persons:
International coordinator Manikandan Palanichamy

Published Sep. 9, 2025 8:41 PM - Last modified Aug. 8, 2026 9:31 AM