Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas
University of Tromsø - The Arctic University of NorwayProgram Overview
The Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas at UIT the Arctic University of Norway is a Master programme in Computer Science & IT over 36 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of computer science & it. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Norway and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Location: Tromsø, Longyearbyen, Norway
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Governance and Entrepreneurship in Northern and Indigenous Areas programme are prepared for diverse careers in computer science & it:
- Software Engineer / Developer
- Data Scientist
- Machine Learning Engineer
- IT Project Manager
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Cloud Solutions Architect
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Northern Governance
- Communication I: Academic and Professional Writing
- Internship
- Methodology and Policy Planning
- Circumpolar Innovation
- Communication II: Consultations and Negotiations
- Legal Protection of Indigenous Livelihood and Jurisdictional Issues
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The program is interdisciplinary and open to students with a wide variety of educational backgrounds. Students must document at least three years of study at the university level, equivalent to a bachelor\'s degree in social sciences, law or education. Students must, in a statement of intent, demonstrate a basic knowledge of northern and indigenous issues, and social sciences.
Applicants must meet the general admission requirements of both\xc2\xa0UiT\xc2\xa0and\xc2\xa0UofS. For more information about general admission requirements to Master\'s level study programs at UiT go to the programme website!
Applicants with Higher Education Entrance Qualification (GSK) from a Norwegian High School are exempted from the UofS English language proficiency requirements.
The students will be registered at both UiT The Arctic University of Norway and University of Saskatchewan, but will be dedicated to one home institution. The home institution will have primary academic oversight for their student, and also oversee all administrative tasks and responsibilities for this student. A home institution will be seleced with concerns to the students registered address, and preference.
Please note:
Applications are to be submitted through the online portal of University of Saskatchewan. Detailed information can be found\xc2\xa0on the U of S program website. There is an application fee of $90 CAD.English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2001-03-18
About University of Tromsø - The Arctic University of Norway
University of Tromsø - The Arctic University of Norway
Norway
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-15
- Language English
- Duration 36 months