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Universities see sharp rise in applicants from abroad

Universities see sharp rise in applicants from abroad Eight out of 10 Norwegian universities are experiencing strong growth in the number of applicants from abroad, with demand at Oslo Metropolitan University (OsloMet) rising as much as 184% for international programmes. While OsloMet had 1,454 applicants last year for studies in international social welfare and health policy, international education and development, and applied computer and information technology, this year’s figure is 4,134, a growth of 184%, according to figures revealed by Khrono. Other universities are also experiencing a noticeably increased interest from abroad. “We have received a startlingly large increase in international applicants for masters studies,” Pro-Rector for Education at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) Marit Reitan noted.

MoHE revises list of recognised varsities

MoHE revises list of ‘recognised’ varsities SHARE By Zainab Al Nasseri MUSCAT: Dec. 25: The Ministry of Higher Education has updated on its website the list of “recommended institutions” for those planning to study abroad. The Ministry made the announcement after a meeting of the Accreditation of non-Omani Educational Institutions and Qualifications Equivalency Committee. The website contains the list of accredited universities and colleges. It said it will not be held responsible for any degrees obtained from unaccredited institutions. The meeting recognised the following varsities in Portugal. They are: University of Lisbon, University of Porto, University of Minho, University of Coimbra, University of Aveiro, New University of Lisbon, University of Evora, Catholic University of Portugal, University of the Algarve, Polytechnic Institute of Oporto, University of the Azores, Polytechnic Institute of Viseu, Polytechnic Institute of Setubal, Polytechnic

Paradox or hypocrisy? Norway s renewables vs oil and gas debate

Paradox or hypocrisy? Norway s renewables vs oil and gas debate Now a major player in renewables, especially hydroelectricity, Norway s nearly €1.1 trillion sovereign wealth fund largely derives from its oil and energy bonanza (Photo: Benedicte Meydel) Oslo and Trieste, Today, 07:06 Environmental awareness is high in Norway. Spending time outside in nature is for many a rule of life, and holidays are often spent in their hytter – cabins in the forest or on the coast, known for their minimalist style. Norway recycles 97 percent of its plastic-drinks bottles. In Oslo as in Stavanger, the country s oil capital, or in Tromsø, in the Arctic, people prefer to travel by public transport, bicycle or electric car. Some 54 percent of all new cars sold last year were electric; the parliament has decided that all new cars sold by 2025 should be zero emissions.

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