Norwegian School of Information Technology

The Norwegian School of Information Technology (NITH), known in Norwegian as Norges Informasjonsteknologiske Høgskole, was a private university college in Oslo, Norway, dedicated to higher education in information technology. Established in 1995, it played a significant role in IT education in Norway before merging with other institutions. Today, its legacy continues as the School of Economics, Innovation and Technology at Kristiania University College, offering specialized IT programs.

Academics

NITH was recognized as the only university college in Norway solely focused on specialized information technology education and was the largest provider of bachelor's degrees in Information Systems. It offered both undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including a Bachelor in Information Systems and a Bachelor in Information Technology. Postgraduate programs included a two-year Master of Science (part-time) and a two-year Master of Technology (full-time), often in association with Brunel University of London. The institution emphasized practical and research-based training, with a focus on building international research activity in Information Systems.

International Students

NITH welcomed many international students and provided an assistance center specifically for them. While specific diversity statistics for NITH are not readily available, Norwegian institutions generally offer programs taught in English, making them accessible to international students. Cultural integration is often supported through various student societies, which at NITH included a pub society, an athletics society, a student newspaper, and a marketing society, fostering extracurricular engagement.

Campus & Location

NITH's primary campus was centrally located in Oslo at Schweigaardsgate 14. Oslo, as Norway's capital, offers a vibrant city life with numerous cultural attractions and efficient public transportation. The campus was well-equipped with modern information technology facilities to enhance the learning experience. Students in Oslo benefit from a dynamic urban environment with various opportunities for social and cultural integration.

Career Outcomes

Graduates from Norwegian institutions, particularly in natural sciences and technical fields, generally report strong prospects for career development and good work-life balance. The IT and communications sectors are strong and developing areas of business in Norway, contributing to a relatively low unemployment rate. While networking and Norwegian language skills can significantly aid job searches, many institutions, including the current iteration at Kristiania University College, collaborate extensively with industry to provide students with relevant projects for their theses, preparing them for the workplace.