OsloMet Intro
Strategy 2024
OsloMet is an urban university with a diverse academic profile and a clear international orientation. Through the research we conduct and the students we educate, OsloMet seeks to respond to the needs of society and the labour market. OsloMet is forward-thinking and committed to adopting new technologies and innovative solutions that improve the way the university is run. The new strategy was adopted on 15 June 2017.
Vision and slogan
Vision: Delivering knowledge to solve societal challenges. Slogan: New Knowledge—New Practice
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Christen Krogh
About
Christen Krogh is rector at Oslo Metropolitan University, and is its chief academic and administrative officer. Furthermore, the rector also serves as the secretary for the university's board of directors. Christen Krogh has a degree in computing science from Glasgow University (1988) og a doctoral degree in in philosophy from Oslo University (1996). He started his academic career at SINTEF in Oslo, where he later was pomoted to research director. From 2001 til 2011 he was Vice President of Engineering and Chief Development officer in Opera Software. He has also had positions with Gjøvik University College (later NTNU), University College of Oslo and Akershus (later OsloMet) and with the Norwegian Research Council. Prior to being appointed as Rector for Oslo Metropolitan University he was Pro-rector for Innovation at Kristiania University College. Christen Krogh has held a number of board positions. He is currently chairperson of the board for NGI - Norwegian Geotechnical Institute.
Goal and profile
Goal
OsloMet will fulfill its social mission by preparing students, employers and decision makers for the future challenges of the welfare society. Our goal is to be: A leading provider of research-based knowledge to the welfare society Leading in terms of introducing new technology, innovative solutions and efficient work methods An urban university with regional and national responsibilities, and with a clearly international character A professional organisation with committed students and staff, and with a well-functioning infrastructure
Profile
OsloMet will take a hands-on approach to meeting the needs of society and employers. Our study programmes will be of high international standard, based on research, close contact with professional practice and up-to-date, student-active forms of learning. Our research will be relevant and capable of solving the challenges of tomorrow. Our graduates will be educated to be engaged citizens who recognise the importance of, and are motivated for, lifelong learning. Our staff will conduct themselves in accordance with our values. Our organisation will be well run and professional.
OsloMet Campus Pilestredet
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