BUSKERUD AND VESTFOLD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE 19.09.2018 BUSKERUD AND VESTFOLD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE

Summer nights bright as day, colorful fall, delightful snowy winters and green spring make Norway a very special country Norwegians are friendly, down-to earth people with a love for nature and outdoor activities . 9/19/2018

HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN Welcome to HBV! 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

Buskerud and Vestfold University College Facts and figures (2015) Students: 9500 Bachelor: appr 7500 Master: appr. 2000 Ph.D: appr. 50 Total number of employees: 850 Faculty staff: 438  Graduates: 1260 International students: 740 Incoming exchange students: 180 Outgoing exchange students: 175 International partners: 150 worldwide Publications: 380 Funding Initial grant: NOK 900 mill. Commercial contributions: 40 mill. Commissioned research: 17 mill EU and Research Council funding: 45 mill. Norway’s second largest state college Approximately 9,500 students and around 850 employees Formed 1 January 2014, when the university colleges in Buskerud and Vestfold merged into one 4 campuses: Drammen, Vestfold, Kongsberg and Ringerike Regionally based, and strongly present in one of the most exciting and dynamic regions in Norway HBV is aiming to adopt a leading position nationally within specific areas – at the same time being internationally oriented Future merger with Telemark University College 1 January 2016 Application for university accreditation will be following the next merger – already in March 2016! EWS students will graduate from the University College of Southeast Norway!

HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN Campus Ringerike PICTURES: https://www.flickr.com/photos/hbvinfo/sets/72157636787938976/ What to expect? Location close to Oslo (appr. 1 hour) in the south-eastern part of Norway Approximately 1100 students A small town (Hønefoss) and a safe environment Well-equipped campus with modern facilities A student-friendly, small campus, «open door»-policy, easy to get in touch with teachers International students integrated in classes with Norwegian students Student accommodation close to campus – and brand new accommodation facilities to be opened August 1, 2016! 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN What’s next? After you have applied: Return your letter of acceptance by e-mail to Anne-Kari Ruud, to confirm your stay Housing is pre-booked – but you still need to apply at http://bolig.studentsamskipnad.no/pub/index.php?lang=1 to confirm your booking! When you receive the contract from SiBV – carefully read it, sign it and return it to SiBV! Prepare your departure! 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

Prepare your departure! First day of class: January 15, 2016 Orientation: Exact date will be launched shortly! Book your ticket to make sure to be there for Orientation! Confirm your arrival date and time to Anne-Kari Transport from the airport: Buses from OSL Gardermoen airport directly to Hønefoss every 2 hour Bus/train to Oslo Central Station – from there by bus to Hønefoss every hour Upon arrival: you will be met by Anne-Kari or the hosts (students) at the student housing, to get the key to your apartment 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN Student housing – SiBV Shared apartments – from 4 up to 7 students Apartments are located «uphill» or «downhill» at Ringerike. Due to high demand for housing, it is unfortunately not possible to choose where to live. From August 2016 – all will be «downhill»! Only full monthly rent is accepted. Your rental starts January 1 – ends June 30 Private bedroom, most of them have private bathrooms, shared kitchen/living space You can pre-order a set of bed clothing, linens and towels from SiBV but you should remember to bring an ekstra pair Kitchen utensils are not included – BUT in most apartments the kitchen will be equipped with necessary leftover utensils that you may share with other students You may pay your monthly rent by bank transfer or in cash No deposit is required – but the first monthly rate should be pre-paid when you return your contract Please remember that all questions regarding housing should be directed to SiBV at bolig@studentsamskipnad.no or to the local SiBV representative on campus 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

ISU – International Student Union Events “Buddy week” Parties Cabin trips Hiking Sightseeing Sports …. ISU-movie: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jVgriFkX7r0 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN ISU at Ringerike: www.facebook.com/isu.honefoss.2?fref=ts HBV: 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

All you need to know – almost! www.hbv.no/students-a-z/ 19.09.2018 HØGSKOLEN I BUSKERUD OG VESTFOLD – PROFESJONSHØGSKOLEN

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“Norway truly captured a part of me” Kathy McNeill, exchange student from Rhode Island, U.S. 2008

International cooperation Osloregion European Office Regional network – EU research Regional council National research council – VRI EU project management course (60 ECTS) We are looking forward to welcoming you to Buskerud and Vestfold! 9/19/2018