Gaming Active – Spring 2027

  • Course length: Halvår — vår
  • Start-up date: 06.01.2027
  • Course teaching amount: 17 hours/week
  • Price: from NOK 93 346,-
  • Foundation:
    Christian?
    The Christian folk high schools are built on Christian values. They are owned by, or associated with, Christian organizations or denominations. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan?
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Location: Verdal
  • Study tour: Australia
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Combine your passion for gaming with outdoor activities, sports and new experiences. Enjoy your own gaming station, fast fibre internet, an active community and a study trip to Australia.

Gaming Active is for you who love gaming, but also want an active and social semester. You’ll get plenty of time to improve your gaming skills while also taking part in outdoor activities, sports and shared experiences.

You’ll have your own gaming station in the classroom, connected to the school’s fast fibre internet. We focus on popular international games such as Counter-Strike, Overwatch, League of Legends, Apex Legends and Fortnite, while also exploring other games and genres.

Gaming is not only about individual skill. You’ll work on teamwork, communication, strategy and how to perform better as part of a team.

Outside the gaming room, we use the nature around Bakketun as an arena for learning and adventure. Activities may include climbing, rappelling, skiing, snowboarding and a variety of outdoor experiences. You can also look forward to campfire evenings, trips and time together with your classmates.

A major highlight is the two-week study trip to Australia, where the class gets to experience a completely different environment and new activities together.

Gaming Active combines the digital and real world – with gaming, activity, travel, friendship and new challenges throughout the spring.

Mandatory: Yes

Price: Included in course price

Duration: 2 uker

Meals included per day: 3

14-day study trip to Australia

During the spring semester, we travel to Australia to experience the end of the Australian summer. The trip combines adventure, outdoor activities, culture and new experiences.

You can look forward to surfing along one of the world’s most beautiful coastlines, canyoning through ancient river formations and rappelling down waterfalls of up to 30 metres in the Blue Mountains.

We’ll also spend time in Sydney, explore the coastline and go freediving in clear waters with plenty to discover below the surface.

Along the way, we’ll experience Australia’s unique wildlife, including kangaroos, and learn more about the country’s diverse landscapes and rich cultural heritage.

This is a trip filled with adventure, learning and shared experiences – with plenty of opportunities to challenge yourself, step outside your comfort zone and create memories that will last long after you return home.

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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