DISCOVER NORWAY
Live at a Norwegian Folk High School. Travel, explore, and experience Norwegian nature, culture and everyday life alongside Norwegian and other international students.
Throughout the year, we take learning outside the classroom. You will hike, explore the coastline, visit towns and cultural sites, try outdoor activities and experience Norwegian traditions first-hand. You will also get creative with traditional crafts, prepare Norwegian food and discover how history and culture have shaped life in Norway.l
Learning Norwegian is a natural part of the experience. Through everyday life at school, excursions and activities, you will learn useful words and phrases and practice Norwegian in real-life situations. The goal is not just to learn a new language, but to use it while connecting with local people and gaining a deeper understanding of Norwegian culture and everyday life.
Life at a folk high school is all about sharing experiences, trying new things and growing along the way. You will live and learn alongside Norwegian and international students, take part in activities and trips together, and become part of a warm, welcoming and social community. New experiences and challenges will help you grow, build confidence, become more independent and develop valuable life skills. Along the way, you will build friendships across cultures and create memories together.
One of the highlights of Discover Norway is travelling through the country. Our study trips take you to Bergen, where you can explore the city, mountains and coastal culture, and to the spectacular Arctics. Here, dramatic mountains, fishing villages and the sea create the perfect setting for outdoor adventures, cultural experiences and new challenges. By stepping outside your comfort zone and experiencing Norway together with others, you will discover new sides of yourself while creating unforgettable moments.
Discover Norway is your chance to get out, explore and experience Norway for yourself. Travel, nature, activities, culture, language and new friendships come together in a year where you do not just learn about Norway, you live it.
Subject plan
-
Norwegian culture and traditions
-
Traditional Norwegian crafts and creative workshops
-
Outdoor life and nature experiences
-
Study trip to Bergen, and the Artics
-
Everyday Norwegian language
-
Norwegian food and culinary traditions
-
Historical sites and museums
-
Social activities with Norwegian and international students
-
Personal growth and intercultural understanding
Living at a folk high school means becoming part of a warm and inclusive community. Together with students from Norway and around the world, you will share experiences, develop new perspectives, and build lasting friendships across cultures.
Studytrip
Bergen
Our study trip to Bergen combines city life, culture and spectacular nature. Explore historic streets, experience the coastal culture and head into the mountains for unforgettable views and adventures.
The Artics
A breathtaking archipelago known for its dramatic peaks, fishing villages, and crystal-clear waters. This trip combines nature, culture, and adventure in a way that truly touches the soul.
The French Riviera
The whole school travels together to the French Riviera by bus! During the course of a week we get to experience Nice and Cannes with exciting stories and culture. We explore the old town of Nice, visit markets and stroll along the harbors among luxury yachts. There will be swimming, photo walks, street art and coastal paths. A social and memorable trip with community, experiences and the magic of the Mediterranean.
Nice is known for its beautiful seafront promenade, the charming streets of the old town and the lively market on Cours Saleya. Here you can enjoy local food and visit art museums.
Cannes is known for the film festival, luxury shops and sandy beaches. Here you can stroll along the Croisette, visit the old town of Le Suquet or take a boat trip to the Îles de Lérins.
(if visa is needed for the trip to France, this is a cost you must pay your self)
Genreal information
Cost and student visa
The school year cost NOK 166 550.
Stavern Folk High School is a boarding school, and all cost concerning housing and food during the school year is included in the payment. The amount covers stay in a double room.
You will have to pay for the school year in whole before you apply for the student visa.
You must arrange all necessary papers and permits for your stay in Norway yourself.
If schooling is interrupted after the school starts, you must pay subsistence allowance for 6 weeks beyond the time you have been a student. This rule applies to all Folk High Schools in Norway.
Rooms and facilities
In addition to your program teaching, the school has many specialized classrooms, and several of these are also available to students during their free time. In addition, much of the teaching takes place outdoors, where we have spectacular training conditions.
-
Student Kitchen
-
Gymnasium
-
Climbing Wall
-
Gym
-
Woodworking Workshop
-
Combat Areas
-
Auditorium
-
Beach Volleyball
-
Gaming Room
Electives
We are especially proud of our elective program system.
Here, you have a wide range of choices and can combine both small and large subjects in addition to your main study program. The electives range from half-day sessions to full-day sessions, giving you the opportunity to delve deeper into several subjects throughout the school year.
In the autumn, we also have an elective course week, where students can either go on a trip abroad or take an elective course at the school.