Program Overview

Introduction to the Lærerutdanning (Lector) Program

The Lærerutdanning (Lector) program at the University of Bergen offers students the opportunity to become a lector, a teacher with a master's degree and pedagogical competence from a university or college. This program enables students to teach in both lower secondary and upper secondary schools.

Program Description

As a lector student at the University of Bergen, you will become a confident and engaging educator, as well as a strong subject specialist with in-depth knowledge of the subjects that interest you the most. The program provides students with the competence to teach in various subjects and subject combinations.

Job Opportunities as a Lector

There is a high demand for teachers with strong subject and pedagogical competence in schools. Other relevant teaching jobs include adult education, vocational schools, and folk high schools. Lectors can also work in administrative roles and with information and guidance, both within and outside the school sector. As a lector, you can expect a good starting salary.

Benefits for Lectors

The Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund has several schemes for debt cancellation for teachers. If you complete the primary school teacher or lector education program and work in a school for three years afterwards, you can have parts of your student loan cancelled.

Program Overview

• The Lærerutdanning (Lector) program is designed to provide students with a master's degree and pedagogical competence.
• The program enables students to teach in both lower secondary and upper secondary schools.
  • Students can choose from a range of subjects and subject combinations.
• The program provides students with the competence to work in various roles, including teaching, administration, and information and guidance.
• Lectors can expect a good starting salary and may be eligible for debt cancellation schemes.