Drone Pilot – Film, Photography and Industry

  • Course length: All year
  • Start-up date: 21.08.2027
  • Course teaching amount: 17 hours/week
  • Price: from NOK 173 365,-
  • Foundation:
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  • Location: Verdal
  • Study tour for the course: Australia, Surfecamp i Hoddevik
  • Study tour for the school: Spania and Gibraltar - for all students
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    Fly high – see further! Learn to fly drones, create impressive films and discover how drone technology is used professionally. Develop skills in flying, filming and editing.

    See the world from above!

    Drone Pilot combines hands-on drone flying, FPV, film production, certification courses and travel. The course is open to students aged 16 and above.

    You’ll learn to fly training drones, professional camera drones and FPV drones, with a strong focus on safety, regulations and responsible flying. You can prepare for the A1/A3 and A2 exams.

    Film production is an important part of the course. You’ll learn how to plan, shoot and edit drone films using software such as Adobe Premiere Pro and DaVinci Resolve, while developing skills in storytelling and visual communication.

    Through company visits and guest instructors, you’ll meet professionals who use drones in fields such as film, media, construction, agriculture, emergency services, mapping and inspection.

    During the year, we travel to different locations in Norway to practise flying and filming in spectacular surroundings. The course also includes trips to Australia and Spain.

    Main topics:

    VideoSpill video

    Australia

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 14 days

    Meals included per day: 3

    On this 14-day adventure to Australia, we’ll experience the final weeks of the Australian summer while combining travel, activities and drone filming.

    You’ll get the chance to try surfing and create exciting action footage with your drone along one of the world’s most spectacular coastlines. We may also explore ancient canyons and film rappelling down waterfalls of up to 30 metres in the Blue Mountains.

    We’ll explore Sydney, and there may also be opportunities to go freediving among colourful fish, turtles and perhaps even sharks.

    Along the way, we’ll encounter kangaroos and learn more about Australia’s unique landscapes and rich culture.

    This is an unforgettable journey filled with adventure, learning and new experiences – and plenty of opportunities to step outside your comfort zone while developing your skills behind the drone camera.

    Surfecamp i Hoddevik

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 4-5 days

    Meals included per day: 3

    Om høsten reiser linjene Sport Extreme Australia, Challenge Explore, Gaming Aktiv og Dronepilot til Hoddevik. Her har vi tre dager med surfekurs i nydelige omgivelser. Og mange flotte muligheter for flyging og ulike filmprosjekter!

    Om høsten reiser linjene Sport Extreme Australia, Challenge Explore, Gaming Aktiv og VanLife til vakre Hoddevik – en av Norges mest ikoniske surfestrender. Mellom stupbratte fjell og det åpne havet får du oppleve tre dager med surfekurs i helt unike omgivelser.

    Enten du aldri har prøvd surfing før, eller allerede har noen bølger i beina, får du god veiledning og masse tid i vannet. Vi surfer med profesjonelle instruktører som lærer deg alt fra grunnleggende teknikk og balanse, til hvordan du leser bølgene og fanger dem på riktig tidspunkt.

    Denne turen handler ikke bare om surfing – det handler om å være sammen, utfordre seg selv og oppleve naturen på en helt ny måte. Du blir kjent med elever fra flere linjer og får minner som fester seg i både muskler og hjerte.

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 1 uke

    Meals included per day: 3

    The group trip to Spain is one of the highlights at the beginning of the school year – and the perfect way to get to know your fellow students and teachers. For the 2025–2026 school year, we’re heading to sunny Andalusia, with our base near the coastal town of Rota.

    During the trip, you’ll have the chance to try surfing, play frisbee golf, join bike rides, and relax with the group on the beach. We’ll also visit exciting places like the historic city of Seville and the unique area of Gibraltar – known for its monkeys, British culture, and stunning views.

    This trip is just as much about building community as it is about exploring new places. You’ll connect with people from different lines and have time to settle into what could become one of the best years of your life. All meals and activities are included in the tuition – you just need some pocket money for the extras.

    Age limits

    The course is open to students aged 16 and above, normally up to 26.

    Admission requirements

    The course has no specific admission requirements. Offers of admission are made following an assessment based on the school’s overall educational approach. We aim to work together with our students to foster a positive school environment, so your motivation to contribute both academically and socially is important. We therefore place great emphasis on what you write about yourself and your reasons for wanting to attend Bakketun.

    Furthermore, we look for the ability to work both independently and collaboratively, alongside an interest in your own personal growth and that of others.

    Priority criteria

    When there are many applicants, the school places emphasis on factors such as motivation, interest in the school’s study programmes and subjects, and the composition of the applicant group.

    Admission process

    You apply using the school's application form. Applications are processed on a rolling basis, and you will receive a response via email once your application has been processed.

    At Bakketun, you’ll get to explore your interests, try new things and become part of a warm, inclusive community. Early in the school year, we go on a shared trip to Spain – the perfect way to get to know each other and kickstart an unforgettable year.

    You’ll meet teachers who care, support you and encourage you to take chances. You’ll have space to reflect, discover what matters to you, and grow both personally and academically. A year at Bakketun gives you direction, confidence and meaningful experiences – preparing you for further studies, work, and life ahead.

    Explore and combine

    Choose between several exciting programs and a wide range of electives. Are you active and adventurous, or creative and curious? You don’t have to choose one or the other – at Bakketun, you can combine, explore, and find your own balance.

    We’re surrounded by mountains, forest, sea and small-town life. You’ll feel the thrill of a mountain hike, the peace of the woods, the wind on a surfboard and the laughter around a campfire. Some days challenge you – others are just about enjoying the moment together.

    A real community

    What students remember most about Bakketun is the people. You’ll be part of a safe and supportive community where everyone matters. You’ll make friends to laugh with, grow with, and share everyday life with – friends who cheer you on when you try something new.

    You’ll live close to others, share meals, trips, and everyday moments. The community you become part of leaves a mark – and often lasts a lifetime.

    Welcome to Bakketun – a year that might mean more than you expect.

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