Norwegian-specific topics for physicians from outside EU/EEA

The Norwegian Directorate of Health has assigned the four Medical Faculties of Norway to arrange a joint course in subjects specific to the Norwegian Health Care system for phyisicians coming from countries outside of the European Union and European Economic Area. The course started in Spring 2011.

The course is divided up in three parts and offers an introduction into the following subjects:

• Organization of the Health Care system
• Health - and Social Rights
• The handling and use of medicines
• Cultural understanding
• National areas of investment in health

Requirements for application
Medical education on a level with the Norwegian cand.med.-eksamen, as assessed by The Norwegian Registration Authority for Health Personnel (SAFH). This includes proficiency in Norwegian.

Read more about the Norwegian - specific topics here (in Norwegian)