Extended period of study/change to study progression

A student who has been admitted to a defined course of study must, as a general rule, follow the study progression that is stipulated for the study programme in order to retain his/her right to study (3). However, the student may apply to enter into an agreement with VID to reduce/change the study progression (study period extension) (4). The right to study can be extended by up to 50% beyond the nominal length of study or organized study progression.

Changes to study progression (extended study period) may be granted in the event of circumstances that cause delays in the course of study and that do not provide grounds for leave of absence (5).

For example:

• Employment in addition to studies (periods with an increased workload, or new job or workplace)
• Non-attendance at or failing a deferred exam, or not meeting coursework requirements (stopping point in the study progression)
• Relocation

Please note that during the leave of absence from the study programme, or when changes are made to the study progression, the study programme may be subjected to changes that mean it is no longer identical to the study programme you were originally admitted to.

You must ensure that any leave of absence or changes to the study progression do not prevent you from taking compulsory courses and completing the programme.

The application form must be printed out, signed and sent with any attachments to:

VID Specialized University

PO Box 184 Vinderen
NO-0319 Oslo
NORWAY

Mark the envelope Division for Academic and Student Affairs.