Ynogama Mjiwi

My exchange experience in Norway was an exceptional one and I would definitely recommend UiT as an exchange destination for future students.

Besides many great aspects which could be very beneficial in my journey as a teacher, which entail Norwegians ability to use technology in the classroom to its maximum best and their curriculum which is so flexible and focuses greatly on practical learning, rather than just theory, I was very fascinated to visit Trondenes Museum in Harstad, where we learnt deeply about the rich Norwegian history. We got introduced to history about Thorir Hund, one of the greatest warriors in Norway, who represented the peasant faction.

We also learnt about the effects of World War 2 and the role played by politics and religion in shaping what Norway is today. As part of our visit to the Museum, we also visited the Trondenes Church which was built around 1400s. The UiT placed us in an amazing school (Stonglandet Skole in Senja) with the most caring principal and a wonderful mentor, Hilde Lisbeth Strand.