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Norway - language, culture and travel

  • Course length: All year
  • Start-up date: 23.08.2025
  • Course teaching amount: 17 hours/week
  • Price: from 140 980,-
  • 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 for the course: Norwegian road-trip
  • Study tour for the school: Spania and Gibraltar - for all students

Our international class: Norway - language, culture and travel! Suits both international and norwegian students, aiming to improve knowledge about your own and others language, culture and history.

You will find Bakketun in Verdal, located in the middle of Norway, surrounded with a big variety in both natural and cultural landscapes. For more than 100 years Bakketun has hosted students from different backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to create an engaging, safe and inclusive environment where there is space for everyone. 

A year at Bakketun will give you the opportunity to focus on your interests and subjects by your own choice, and to grow academically, but also on a personal and social level.

During the course lessons we will explore areas from mountains to fjords throughout all the seasons, discover both our norwegian and indigenous cultural heritage and dive into today's society with a broader perspective. Together we learn with a practical and engaging approach.

A day at school can include to go hiking, visit local organizations, make food at the bone fire, practice basic skills with map and compass, go dog sledging in the winter, visit protected wild life areas, arranging a beach clean up, learn about edible plants, explore local culture through handcraft or food tradtions, create educational escape rooms or spend the night under the stars or in a cozy mountain cabin. You and your co-students have the possibility to form the school year based on your interests. 

At Bakketun we also have common subjects and elective subjects. Maybe you would like to combine your main subjects  with ceramics, skateboarding or guitar playing? There are many opportunities!

Welcome!

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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