Master's Programme in Health Sciences - specialisation in Public Health Nutrition Programme description

Målgruppen er studenter med bachelorgrad innen helse- eller sosialfag som ønsker å arbeide med fagutvikling og/eller delta i forskning innen sitt fagområde, og eventuelt arbeide klinisk innen sin valgte spesialisering. Studiet er en aktuell påbygging for en rekke helse- og sosialfaglige utdanninger.

Opptak skjer direkte til ønsket spesialisering. Opptak til masterstudiet i helsevitenskap krever en bachelorgrad eller tilsvarende innen nærmere angitt bakgrunn, med gjennomsnittskarakter på minst C. Gjennomsnittskarakter på C er imidlertid ingen garanti for opptak. Dersom det er flere kvalifiserte søkere enn antall studieplasser, vil de kvalifiserte søkerne bli rangert etter de gjeldende rangeringsreglene.

Opptak til enkeltemner

Ved opptak til enkeltemner beskrives opptakskravene i emnebeskrivelsen. For enkeltemneopptak stilles ikke karakterkrav C. Nærmere informasjon om opptak til enkeltemner finnes på studiets nettside.

Det vises til forskrift om opptak til studier ved OsloMet. Oppstart av den enkelte spesialisering eller enkeltemener forutsetter et tilstrekkelig antall kvalifiserte søkere.

Følgende opptakskrav gjelder til spesialisering Fysioterapi for muskelskjeletthelse:

Bachelorgrad eller tilsvarende i fysioterapi og norsk autorisasjon som fysioterapeut. Søkere med turnuslisens kan også tas opp.

Admission takes place directly to the chosen specialisation. The requirement for admission to the Master’s Degree Programme in Health Sciences is a bachelor's degree or an equivalent degree within a specified field, with an average grade of at least C. However, an average grade of C does not guarantee admission. If the number of qualified applicants exceeds the number of places on the programme, the applicants will be ranked according to the applicable ranking rules.

Admission to individual courses

For admission to individual courses, the admission requirements are described in the course description. The grade C requirement does not apply to admission to individual courses. More information about admission to individual courses can be found on the programme’s website.

Reference is made to the Regulations relating to Admission to Studies at OsloMet. The specialisations and single courses will only be run if a sufficient number of qualified candidates apply.

Admission requirements for the Specialisation in Public Health Nutrition

A bachelor’s degree or equivalent degree with a specialisation of at least 80 ECTS in food- or nutrition sciences or public health, of which 30 ECTS in nutrition are compulsory

In order to qualify for the English-speaking Specialisation in Public Health Nutrition, the applicant must be able to document English language proficiency. Please consult the current regulations at OsloMet’s webpage: https://www.oslomet.no/en/study/admission/english-proficiency-requirements-masters

Masterprogrammet skal fremstå som helhetlig ved at faglig innhold og pedagogiske virkemidler kobles sammen, slik at det er tydelig sammenheng mellom læringsutbyttebeskrivelser, læringsaktiviteter og vurderingsformer.

Masterstudiet i helsevitenskap omfatter 3-4 obligatoriske fellesemner, avhengig av valgt spesialisering. I tillegg kommer minimum 2 obligatoriske spesialiseringsemner for den enkelte spesialisering, samt masteroppgave på enten 30 eller 50 studiepoeng, avhengig av spesialisering. Videre kan studentene velge ett eller flere valgfrie emner, avhengig av spesialisering. Unntak fra dette er kreftsykepleie, helsesykepleie og psykisk helse-, rus- og avhengighetsarbeid som kun har obligatoriske emner i sitt studieløp.

Emnene i studieprogrammet bygger delvis på hverandre og gir faglig progresjon med stigende krav til kompetanse og forståelse innenfor hver spesialisering. Emnene går i hovedsak som langsgående emner gjennom semesteret, med emnestart i begynnelsen av semesteret og eksamen ved semesterslutt. Unntakene er enkelte obligatoriske spesialiseringsemner hvor ekstern, veiledet praksis inngår.

Studieåret er på 40 uker, og for en fulltidsstudent forventes det en arbeidsinnsats på normalt 40 timer per uke. Dette inkluderer både timeplanlagt aktivitet, studentenes egenaktivitet og eksamen. Emneplanene gir en nærmere beskrivelse av læringsutbytter, arbeidsformer, arbeidskrav og eksamen.

Innhold i obligatoriske fellesemner

I programmet inngår et obligatorisk fellesemne MAVIT4100 Kvalitetsforbedring og implementering av kunnskapsbasert praksis, 10 stp. Formålet med dette emnet er å gjøre studentene i stand til å bidra aktivt i arbeid med å fremme helse- og omsorgstjenester som er trygge og av god kvalitet. Med helse- og omsorgstjenestene menes både offentlige og godkjente private tjenester, samt helsefremmende arbeid innen offentlig og privat sektor. Emnet gir en innføring i organisering og ledelse av helse- og omsorgstjenestene, og forbereder til tverrprofesjonelt kvalitetsforbedrende arbeid. Gjennom emnet vil studentene lære om ulike modeller innen kvalitetsforbedring, og om samspillet mellom brukerkunnskap, erfaringsbasert kunnskap og forskningsbasert kunnskap i kliniske beslutningsprosesser.

Videre inngår tre fellesemner innen vitenskapsteori og forskningsmetode: MAVIT4050 Vitenskapsteori og forskningsmetode, 10 stp., MAVIT4060 Kvalitative og kvantitative forskningsmetoder, 10 stp. og MAVIT4070/MAMUS4070 Forskningsdesign og prosjektbeskrivelse, 10 stp. Disse emnene skal gjøre studenten i stand til å lese, forstå og kritisk vurdere forskningslitteratur, kritisk vurdere ulike kunnskapskilder som inngår i kliniske beslutningsprosesser, tilegne seg dybdekunnskap om kvalitative og kvantitative forskningsmetoder samt lede til utarbeidelse av en prosjektbeskrivelse for masteroppgaven.

I det første emnet, MAVIT4050, gis studenten en innføring i vitenskapsteori og forskningsmetoder, og forskningsetikk.

I det andre emnet, MAVIT4060, skal studenten få en dypere forståelse for kvalitative og kvantitative forskningsmetoder.

I det tredje emnet, MAVIT4070/MAMUS4070, fordyper studenten seg ytterligere i sin valgte metode og utarbeider prosjektbeskrivelse for sin masteroppgave. Slik sikres det at studenten kommer tidlig i gang med arbeidet knyttet til masteroppgaven.

Masteroppgave – 30 og 50 studiepoeng

Programmet har masteroppgave på henholdsvis 50 studiepoeng (MAVIT5900/MAMUS5900) eller 30 studiepoeng (MAVIT5910). I hvilken grad studentene har anledning til å velge omfang på masteroppgaven avhenger av hvilken spesialisering de er tatt opp på. Studentene utarbeider normalt prosjektbeskrivelsen som del av emnet MAVIT4070/MAMUS4070 Forskningsdesign og prosjektbeskrivelse, 10 stp. Prosjektbeskrivelsen utarbeides med støtte fra faglærer som kvalitetssikrer prosjektet med tanke på omfang og vanskelighetsgrad.

Uansett lengde på oppgaven, ligger de samme rammene for vitenskapelig arbeid og forskningsmessig håndverk til grunn. Studentene kan velge om de vil skrive masteroppgaven individuelt eller i gruppe på to. Studenter på tvers av spesialiseringer kan søke om å skrive masteroppgaven sammen, forutsatt at de skriver masteroppgave av likt omfang. Ved tverrfaglige innovasjonsprosjekter kan inntil 4 studenter søke om å skrive masteroppgave sammen. Studentene oppfordres til å oppsøke potensielle veiledere om mulige prosjektideer.

Valgfrie emner

I løpet av masterprogrammet kan studentene velge ett eller flere valgfrie emner, avhengig av spesialisering. Dette gjelder ikke kreftsykepleie, helsesykepleie , psykisk helse-, rus- og avhengighetsarbeid som kun har obligatoriske emner i sitt studieløp. Hvilke valgfrie emner som tilbys hvert semester vil variere. De valgfrie emnene dekker et bredt spekter innen det helsevitenskapelige området. Studentene søker plass på sine valgfrie emner senest semesteret før, etter nærmere angitte frister. Se nærmere informasjon om valgfrie emner her: https://student.oslomet.no/valgemner-master-helsevitenskap

Det vil være en øvre grense for hvor mange studenter det er plass til på hvert valgfritt emne. Gjennomføring av valgfrie emnene forutsetter et visst minimum av studenter. Ved færre enn 20 påmeldte studenter, kan fakultetet velge å ikke tilby emnet.

Følgende emner er valgfrie for alle studenter på masterstudiet i helsevitenskap:

MAFAR4100 Innovasjon i helse, 10 stp.

MAVIT4600 Veiledning, 10 stp.

MAVIT4700 Mat, helse og bærekraft, 10 stp.

MAVIT4800 Persontilpasset ernæring, 10 stp.

MAVIT4900 Livskvalitet, 10 stp.

MAVIT5100 Helsekommunikasjon, 10 stp.

MAVIT5300 Kunnskapstranslasjon, 10 stp.

MAVIT5500 Ungdom og helse, 10 stp.

MAVIT5600 Fysisk aktivitet og trening i et livsløp med spesielt fokus på aldring, 10 stp.

MAVIT5700 Smerte – multidimensjonal vurdering og helsefaglige tiltak, 10 stp.

MAVIT5800 Innføring i kliniske studier for helsepersonell, 10 stp.

MAPSY4400 Psykisk helse for migranter og minoriteter, 10stp

MSLV4200 Samarbeid og samarbeidsledelse, 10 stp.

MAVIT4400 Klinisk nevrofysiologi, 10 stp.

VSHSO6000 Seksuelle overgrep - Forebygging, avdekking og oppfølging, 10 stp.

VSHFS6000 Seksuell helse ved funksjonshemming og sykdom, 10 stp.

HETEK4300 Bakteriologi og antimikrobiell resistens, 10 stp.

I tillegg gis det mulighet for at enkelte obligatoriske spesialiseringsemner kan velges som valgfrie emner av studenter på øvrige spesialiseringer. Forutsetningen er at studenten fyller forkunnskapskravene som er angitt i den aktuelle emneplanen, og med forbehold om ledig plass. Dette gjelder:

Studenten må være tatt opp på masterstudiet i helsevitenskap

MAEMP4100 Folkehelse, empowerment og helsefremmende arbeid, 10 stp.

MAEMP4200 Helsepedagogikk, 10 stp.

MAHAB4100 Mestring og medvirkning i (re)habiliteringsprosessen, 10 stp.

Studenten må være tatt opp på Masterstudium i helsevitenskap og ha autorisasjon som helsepersonell

MAERN4100 Energi og næringsstoffer, 10 stp.

MERG4200 Komplekse intervensjoner i hverdags- og arbeidsliv, 10 stp.

Studenten må være tatt opp på Masterstudium i helsevitenskap og ha 20. stp. innen ernæringsfag

MAPHN4100 Nasjonale og globale ernæringsutfordringer, 10. stp.

Studenten må være tatt opp på Masterstudium i helsevitenskap og ha autorisasjon som sykepleier

MAKLI4200 Praktisk etikk

MAKRE4100 Teoretiske studier i kreftsykepleierens funksjons- og ansvarsområder 1

Studenten må være tatt opp på Masterstudium i helsevitenskap og ha autorisasjon som ergoterapeut

MERG4100 Kunnskapsgrunnlaget for aktivitet og deltakelse, 10 stp.

Studenten må være tatt opp på Masterstudium i helsevitenskap og ha autorisasjon som fysioterapeut

MABU4100 Fysioterapi for barn og unge – Del 1, 10 stp.

MAELD4100 Fysioterapi for hjemmeboende eldre personer 10 stp.

Progresjon i studiet

Følgende progresjonskrav gjelder i studiet:

Alle obligatoriske emner i studiet må være bestått før innlevering av masteroppgaven til sensur

Enkelte emner kan ha særskilte progresjonskrav. Se den enkelte emneplan.

Se emneplanene for MAMUS4100 og MAMUS4200 for nærmere beskrivelse av innholdet i spesialiseringsemnene.

The master’s programme is designed to be comprehensive, and the academic content and educational tools are interlinked, showing a clear context between learning outcome descriptions, learning activities and forms of assessment.

The Master’s Degree Programme in Health Sciences has three or four compulsory common courses, depending on the chosen specialisation. In addition to these, there are at least two compulsory specialisation courses for each specific specialisation, and a master’s thesis worth either 30 or 50 ECTS credits, depending on the specialisation. The students can also choose one or more elective courses depending on their chosen specialisation. This does not apply to the specialisations cancer nursing, public health nursing and mental health and addiction as they only have compulsory courses in their programme structures.

The courses in the programme description build to some extent on each other to ensure progress, with increasing requirements for knowledge and understanding within each specialisation. The courses are mainly taken over the course of the semester, with start-up at the start of the semester and examinations towards the end. The exceptions are certain compulsory specialisation courses that include external supervised practical training.

The academic year is 40 weeks long, and the expected workload for a full-time student is 40 hours per week. This includes scheduled activities, students’ own study activity and examinations. The course descriptions provide more details about learning outcomes, work methods, coursework requirements and examinations.

Content of compulsory common courses

The programme includes a compulsory common course MAVIT4100 Quality Improvement and Implementation of Evidence-based Practice, 10 ECTS credits. The purpose of this course is to enable students to actively contribute to promoting safe and high-quality health and care services. By health and care services is meant both public and approved private services, as well as health promoting work in the public and private sectors. The course introduces students to the organisation and management of health and care services, and prepares for interprofessional quality improvement work. It also gives students experience of interprofessional quality improvement cooperation. Through the course, the students will learn about different quality improvement models and the interaction between user knowledge, experience-based knowledge and research-based knowledge in clinical decision-making processes.

There are also three common courses in the theory of science and research methods: MAVIT4050 Theory of Science and Research Methods, 10 ECTS credits, MAVIT4060 Qualitative and Quantitative Research Methods, 10 ECTS credits and MAVIT4070/MAPHN4070 Research Design and Project Description, 10 ECTS credits. These courses aim to help the student to read, understand and critically assess research literature, to critically assess various sources of knowledge that form part of clinical decision-making processes, to acquire in-depth knowledge of qualitative and quantitative research methods, and lead up to the development of a project description for their master’s thesis.

In the first course, MAVIT4050, the students are introduced to theory of science, research methods and research ethics.

The second course, MAVIT4060, provides students with a deeper understanding of qualitative and quantitative research methods.

The third course, MAVIT4070/MAPHN4070, the students will work more thoroughly with their chosen method and develop a project description for their master’s thesis. This is to ensure that the students get to grips with work on their master’s thesis at an early stage.

Master’s thesis – 30 and 50 ECTS credits

The master’s thesis in the programme is worth 50 ECTS credits (MAVIT5900/MAPHN5900) or 30 ECTS credits (MAVIT5910), respectively. Whether the students are able to choose the scope of their master’s thesis depends on the specialisation they have been admitted to. Normally students will develop a project description as part of the course MAVIT4070/MAPHN4070 Research Design and Project Description, 10 ECTS credits. The project description is developed with the support of the lecturer, who quality assures the project with respect to scope and degree of difficulty.

The same requirements apply to scientific and research-related work regardless of the length of the thesis. Students can choose to write the master’s thesis individually or in pairs. Students can also apply to write the master’s thesis with students from other specialisations, provided that the scope of the master’s thesis is the same. On application, interdisciplinary innovation projects can be written in groups of up to four students. Students are encouraged to contact potential supervisors about possible project ideas.

Elective courses

In the course of the master’s programme, the students can choose one or more elective courses depending on their chosen specialisation. This does not apply to the specialisations cancer nursing, public health nursing and mental health and addiction as they only have compulsory courses in their programme structures. Which elective courses that are available will vary. These elective courses cover a broad area of the health sciences. Students must apply for a place on elective courses no later than the semester before, subject to specific deadlines. More information about the elective courses can be found here. https://student.oslomet.no/valgemner-master-helsevitenskap

There will be an upper limit for places on each elective course. Elective courses could be cancelled by the Faculty if enrolment is below the minimum of 20 students.

The following courses are elective for all students taking the Master’s Programme in Health Sciences:

MAFAR4100 Innovation within Healthcare, 10 ECTS credits.

MAVIT4600 Supervision / Counselling, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT4700 Food, Health and Sustainability, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT4800 Personalised Nutrition, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT4900 Quality of Life, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT5100 Health communication 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT5300 Knowledge Translation, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT5500 Adolescent Health, 10 ECTS credits.

MAVIT5600 Physical Activity and Exercise in a Life Course Perspective and with a Special Focus on Aging, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT5700 Pain – Multidimensional Assessment and Health Professional Interventions, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT5800 Introduction to Clinical Studies for Healthcare Personnel, 10 ECTS credits

MAPSY4400 Mental Health of Migrants and Minorities, 10 ECTS credits

MSLV4200 Collaboration and collaborative management, 10 ECTS credits

MAVIT4400 Clinical Neurophysiology, 10 ECTS credits

VSHSO6000 Sexual Abuse - Prevention, Detection and Follow up, 10 ECTS credits

VSHFS6000 The Impacts of Disability and Illness on Sexual Health, 10 ECTS credits

HETEK4300 Bacteriology and Antimicrobial Resistance, 10 ECTS credits

Students can also choose some compulsory specialisation courses from other specialisations as elective courses. This is on condition that the student meets the prerequisite requirements given in the relevant course description and that there is a place on the course. This applies to:

The student must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health Sciences.

MAEMP4100 Public Health, Empowerment and Health Promotion, 10 ECTS credits

MAEMP4200 Health Pedagogy, 10 ECTS credits

MAHAB4100 Coping and Participation in the Rehabilitation Process, 10 ECTS credits

The student must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health Sciences and hold authorisation as healthcare personnel.

MAERN4100 Energy and Nutrients, 10 ECTS credits

MERG4200 Complex Interventions in Work and Everyday Life, 10 ECTS credits

The student must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health Sciences and have 20 ECTS credits in nutrition

MAPHN4100 National and Global Nutrition Challenges, 10 ECTS credits

The student must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health Sciences and hold authorisation as a general nurse.

MAKLI4200 Practical Ethics, 10 ECTS credits

MAKRE4100 Nursing and Treatment for Patients with Cancer, 10 ECTS credits

The student must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health Sciences and hold authorisation as an occupational therapist.

MERG4100 The Knowledge Base for Occupation and Participation, 10 ECTS credits

The student must have been admitted to the Master’s Programme in Health Sciences and hold authorisation as a physiotherapist.

MABU4100 Physiotherapy for Children and Adolescents - Part 1, 10 ECTS credits

MAELD4100 Physiotherapy for Home-dwelling Older Adults, 10 ECTS credits

Study progress

The following progress requirements apply to the programme:

MAVIT4070/MAPHN4070 must be passed before the student can start working on the master's thesis.

All compulsory courses in the programme must be passed before the student can submit their master's thesis for assessment.

Some courses may have separate progress requirements; see the individual course descriptions.

See the course descriptions for MAPHN4100 and MAPHN4200 for a more detailed description of the content of the specialisation courses.

Varied and student-active teaching methods are used in the programme. Good learning outcomes are first and foremost dependent on the students’ own efforts. The number of hours of adapted teaching at the university will be relatively low. Own effort means both benefiting from teaching and academic supervision and following this up with independent work in the form of theoretical studies and, if relevant, practical skills training. Normal study progress requires students to make great personal efforts. The most important work and teaching forms used in each course in the programme are described below. The individual course descriptions state which work methods each course employs. Practical training is described in a separate chapter; see below.

Web-based work and teaching methods

Several forms of digital learning resources are used in the programme, such as digital textbooks, digital lectures, video clips, podcasts, tests, learning pathways and assignments. These resources can be used to prepare for teaching sessions, during seminars using the flipped classroom method, and as part of self-study. This form of teaching requires the students to meet prepared for the scheduled teaching sessions. Interaction can also take place digitally, in the form of Skype meetings, webinars etc.

Self-study and student cooperation/group work

Learning requires a high degree of own activity and self-study, including both individual work and cooperation with fellow students. Through activities such as exchanging ideas, presentations, discussions, writing assignments and problem-based assignments, students will be stimulated to learn by communicating knowledge and experience, expressing their own opinions and, together, reflecting on their own attitudes, actions and understanding of the field. Students are encouraged to take initiative to schedule and actively participate in study groups to promote learning.

Lectures

Lectures are primarily used to introduce new subject matter, provide an overview and highlight main elements and links within different topics, and also to communicate relevant issues.

Seminars

Seminars emphasise dialogue and discussion between the subject teacher(s) and students in order to stimulate the student's academic development. Verbal presentations by students and discussions are emphasised.

In connection with the master's thesis, seminars are held where the master's theses are presented and discussed. The students receive feedback from their fellow students and teachers, which enables them to learn from each other. Research-related issues, methods and academic supervision are among the topics discussed in the seminars. Seminars can also take place on digital collaboration platforms.

Written assignments and academic supervision

Through written assignments and the master's thesis, students will formulate research questions for assignments and work on them over time, either individually or in cooperation with other students. They will learn theory and develop skills in using and referencing sources, analysis, discussion and written and oral communication. The primary purpose of this is to develop their ability to reflect critically, see elements in context and develop a deeper understanding of a subject.

Developing academic writing skills is a key aspect of all parts of the programme. Supervision is an important component of the work on the master's thesis. The supervision is intended to ensure that the project complies with research ethics principles and help students to formulate the research question and ensure quality in the collection and analysis of data.

The increasing globalisation of the labour market makes international experience and knowledge of languages and cultures increasingly important. Internationalisation contributes to raising the quality of education and strengthens the academic community relating to the master’s programme, at the same time as it strengthens the students as global citizens.

The programme has a focus on multicultural and global problems. This approach contributes to an increased understanding and improves the students' ability to work in a professional capacity in a multicultural society. The students gain access to specialist terminology in English through the syllabus, which comprises both textbooks and international research literature.

The staff’s network, research collaboration and cooperation with colleagues in other countries contribute to internationalisation. The programme is represented in international networks.

OsloMet has exchange agreements with educational institutions in Europe and worldwide.

Courses adapted to incoming exchange students

The following courses have been adapted for incoming exchange students:

• MAFAR4100 Innovation within Healthcare, 10 ECTS credits
• MAVIT4700 Food, Health and Sustainability, 10 ECTS credits
• MAVIT5100 Health Communication, 10 ECTS credits
• MAPSY4400 Mental Health of Migrants and Minorities, 10 ECTS credits

The courses listed above will be taught in English if international students have registered for them. Otherwise, courses will generally be taught in Norwegian.

Semesters adapted to outbound exchange students

Students who wish to take courses at an educational institution abroad as part of their master’s degree normally go on an exchange in the third semester. Students admitted to a specialisation that as a norm has a master’s thesis worth 50 ECTS credits can apply to instead write a master’s thesis worth 30 ECTS credits. The students are responsible for finding relevant courses at partner institutions and must apply to have them approved in advance. An international coordinator can provide guidance in relation to selecting a course.

Reference is otherwise made to the criteria that apply to student exchanges and the information about stays abroad.

Coursework requirements are all types of work, tests and compulsory attendance that are requirements for being permitted to take the examination. Coursework requirements can be individual or in groups. Required coursework is assessed as approved/not approved. The coursework requirements for each course are described in the relevant course description.

The primary purpose of coursework requirements is to promote students' progress and academic development and to encourage them to acquire new knowledge. The programme's main coursework requirements are in the form of compulsory attendance, written assignments and tests.

Compulsory attendance

Attendance is compulsory in areas where the student cannot acquire knowledge and skills simply by studying literature.

If a student exceeds the maximum limit for absence stated in the course description or do not participate in a group presentation, the lecturer will consider whether it is possible to compensate for absence by meeting alternative requirements. This can e.g. be written assignments or oral presentations, individually or in groups. If it is not possible to compensate for the absence, the student must take the course the next time it is taught. Whether or not it is possible to compensate for absence depends on the extent of the student’s absence and which activities he/she has missed.

Written assignments

Several courses have compulsory written assignments or reports as part of their coursework requirements. Written work that is not approved must be improved before re-submission. If the work is not approved on re-submission, the student cannot take the ordinary examination/assessment.

The students are entitled to a third attempt before the resit/rescheduled examination. If an assignment is not approved the third time it is submitted, the student must re-take the course with the next class.

Different forms of assessment are used on the programme that are adapted to the learning outcomes of the various courses. The forms of assessment used are intended to support learning and document the students’ level of competence in relation to the expected learning outcomes. In general, the following forms of assessment are used in the programme:

Supervised individual examination

Taken at the university’s examination premises over a set number of hours.

Home examination

Taken over a set period of time at the end of the course, normally with a set question/assignment text unless otherwise stated in the course description.

Project examination

Taken over the whole or large parts of the course, normally with a topic decided by the students themselves unless otherwise stated in the course description.

Oral examination

Can take place individually or in groups. It can either be an independent form of assessment or used to adjust the grade awarded for another examination.

Practical examination

The assessment of specific practical skills either at the university or in the field of practice.

Assessment of practical training

Supervised practical training, assessed in accordance with the Regulations relating to Studies and Examinations at OsloMet – Oslo Metropolitan University Chapter 8.

The assessment of examinations and practical training is carried out in accordance with the applicable rules set out in the Act relating to Universities and University Colleges, the Regulations relating to Studies and Examinations at OsloMet and the Guidelines for Appointment and Use of examiners at OsloMet.

The forms of assessment and criteria are described in each course description. All examinations taken and the title of the master’s thesis will be stated on the diploma.

Examinations

All courses conclude with an examination. The assessment is based on the learning outcomes for the course, and the degree to which the student has achieved the stipulated learning outcomes is assessed. In theoretical courses, the grades used are pass/fail or letter grades from A to F, with A being the highest grade and E the poorest pass grade. The grade F means that the student has failed the examination. The grades pass/fail are used for the assessment of practical training.

Resit and rescheduled examinations are carried out in the same manner as the ordinary examination unless otherwise specified in the course description. In special cases, resit and rescheduled examinations in courses with group examinations may be held as individual examinations.

For examinations where a percentage of the examination papers are selected for assessment by an external examiner, the external examiner's assessment should benefit all the students.

The grade awarded for a written examination can be appealed, cf. Section 11-10 of the Act relating to Universities and University Colleges and the Regulations relating to Studies and Examinations at OsloMet. It is not possible to appeal the grades awarded for oral and practical examinations. In connection with group examinations, the result of an appeal will only have consequences for the candidate(s) who submitted the appeal. The other students will keep their original grade.

External programme supervisor

An external programme supervisor scheme is in place for the programme as required by the Guidelines for Appointment and Use of Examiners at OsloMet. The external supervisor will write an annual report on their work that will be included in the faculty’s area of the university’s quality assurance system.

Suitability assessment

The suitability assessment is a continuous overall assessment that takes place throughout the study programme. A student must be suitable for professional practice in order to receive diploma/certificate for the study programme.

If it appears that a student may pose a potential danger to the lives, physical and mental health, rights or safety of patients, clients and users during practical training or in future professional practice, it should be asked whether the student is suitable for the profession. University staff, personnel in practical training establishment, as well as students can submit a notification of doubt. The students concerned should be informed as soon as possible if such a notification of doubt has been sent. They should receive guidance and advice on how they can improve or be advised to withdraw from the programme.

https://student.oslomet.no/en/suitability-assessment

Suitability assessment is used in specialisation in Public Health Nursing, specialisation in Cancer Nursing and in Interdisciplinary Specialisation in Mental Health and Addiction.

Programme description considered by the Academic Affairs Committee at the Faculty of Health Sciences on 12 February 2020 and finally approved by the vice-dean on 27 January 2025.

Adopted by the University Board 9 september 2020

Faculty of Health Sciences

The programme description applies to all students at the specialisation in Public Health Nutrition

There will not be admitted students to the specialization in Public Health Nutrition for the academic year 2025/2026.