Programme structure

The programme has the following structure:

• mandatory courses, 130 ECTS credits
• specialisation courses, 20 ECTS credits
• elective courses / study abroad, 30 ECTS credits

Course of study

6. semester	Specialisation course	Specialisation course	FYS1210 – Elementary Electronics with Project Work*
5. semester	Elective course	Elective course	Elective course
4. semester	TEK2910 – Systems Thinking in Motion: From Concept to Implementation II	EXPHIL03 – Examen Philosophicum	STK-FYS1110 – Probability, modeling and data analysis for the physical subjects*
3. semester	TEK2900 – Systems Thinking in Motion: From Concept to Implementation I	TEK2950 – Machine Learning for Technology Systems	FYS1001 – Introduction to Physics*
2. semester	TEK1910 – Technology Systems: Perspectives	IN1010 – Object-oriented Programming*	MAT1060 – Mathematics for applications 2*
1. semester	TEK1900 – Discovering Technology, Discovering Systems	IN1000 – Introduction to Object-oriented Programming*	MAT1050 – Mathematics for Applications 1*
	10 ECTS	10 ECTS	10 ECTS

* English-language versions of these courses will be available. The English version of FYS1001 will from 2028 be taught in the autumn semester.

Mandatory courses

Being enrolled in this programme means that you must complete the following courses:

• TEK1900 – Discovering Technology, Discovering Systems
• TEK1910 – Technology Systems: Perspectives
• TEK2900 – Systems Thinking in Motion: From Concept to Implementation I
• TEK2910 – Systems Thinking in Motion: From Concept to Implementation II
• TEK2950 – Machine Learning for Technology Systems
• IN1000 – Introduction to Object-oriented Programming
• IN1010 – Object-oriented Programming
• MAT1050 – Mathematics for Applications 1
• MAT1060 – Mathematics for applications 2
• FYS1001 – Introduction to Physics
• FYS1210 – Elementary Electronics with Project Work
• STK-FYS1110 – Probability, modeling and data analysis for the physical subjects
• EXPHIL03 – Examen Philosophicum
• HSE – Health, safety and environment:
  • HMS0501 – Safety and Physical Environment
  • HMS0502 – Positive Learning Environment
  • HMS0503 – Laboratory Safety
  • HMS0505 – Electricity Safety

HSE courses must be completed at the beginning of the first semester and do not generate any ECTS credits.

Specialisation courses

To ensure competence across more than one technology area, you must complete two specialisation courses. The two courses must each be chosen from a different category in the list below:

Cybernetics and Autonomous Systems

• TEK3920 – The Art of Building Robots: Practical 3D Printing and Prototyping
• TEK3980 – From Pixels to Motion: Perception and Control for Modern Robots

Renewable Energy Systems

• TEK3910 – Introduction to Energy Systems
• TEK3970 – Energy Systems and Energy Transition

Security in Cyber-Physical Systems

• TEK3950 – Cyber-Physical Systems and Security: Introduction (new course starting spring 2029)

Space Systems and Technologies

• TEK3940 – Space Systems and Environment
• TEK3990 – Space Science and Applications

The following course may be chosen in combination with any one of the courses listed above:

• TEK3131 – Radio Communication: Principles and Applications (new course starting spring 2029)

Elective courses / study abroad

The fifth semester is left open for you to design your own course of study. You can broaden your horizon with courses from other subject areas at the University of Oslo, or you can go abroad on one of our exchange programmes.

Elective courses

You can choose among available bachelor's courses at the University of Oslo that are taught in English, provided that you fulfil the admission requirements and the course has available places. You may also apply to have recognised education from other educational institutions.

This page will be updated with a list of recommended courses tailored to different tracks of specialisation.

If you encounter difficulties when trying to enroll in elective courses, please contact the student administration.

Interdisciplinary certificate

Would you like to add a certificate to your diploma? You may use elective courses to get a bachelor's certificate as part of your degree. A certificate can also be completed as an independent supplement to your degree.

Study abroad

Studying abroad offers a unique experience and the opportunity to improve your language skills and take courses that are not offered at the University of Oslo. As a student of this international bachelor’s programme, you have the opportunity to go on exchange in the 5th semester. Read more about studying abroad.

Diploma and degree

The diploma is issued when you have completed the courses that meet the requirements for a degree. Read more about diplomas.