Diversification of Tertiary Education in Norway, Case Study.

Overview & Synopsis

The educational system of Norway, which is organized into primary, secondary and higher education, is reviewed. Types of schools and/or courses in secondary education are listed including present enrollment figures by main types of secondary education and transfer rates of secondary to tertiary education. The system of tertiary education is described including: types of courses, orientation of courses, and organization as full-time and part-time courses; types of institutions; system characteristics; admission procedures; enrollment trends; the efficiency of tertiary education; costs; research in tertiary education; tertiary education and the labor market; and reforms that have taken place in education in Norway. Nine tables are appended. (SPG)