Practical introduction to customs and border management (TOL280)
NB! The next time this course will be taught and assessed is autumn semester 2025
Customs and border management is a field of study that requires practical training in addition to theoretical knowledge. In order for students to see the connection between theory and practice, an introduction to the customs profession based on practical training will be given through this course. The practical training involves a combination of seminars, supervision, skills training and simulation.
Course description for study year 2025-2026. Please note that changes may occur.
Course code
TOL280
Version
1
Credits (ECTS)
10
Semester tution start
Autumn
Number of semesters
1
Exam semester
Autumn
Language of instruction
Norwegian
Content
Themes included in the course:
• Forms of sanctioning
• Shipping/customs procedures and declaration control
• Customs forwarding, customs procedures and declaration control
Learning outcome
After completing the course, the student must have the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:
After completing the course, students should have knowledge of:
- give an account of the Norwegian Customs Authority's customs procedures for the transport of goods and how classification, customs value, origin and quantity are important in determining the correct duty/tax and restriction
- carry out declaration checks to assess the correctness of classification, origin, quantity and determination of customs value against the determination of customs duties, taxes and restrictions • assess and reproduce the possibility of cooperation between declaration control and post-control
- the customs agency's system for declaring goods and determining the customs role as a customs officer in the Customs Agency, and the agency's role, tasks, organization and function as social protector • how customs officers can prevent the illegal import and export of goods
- how to relate practice to current legislation, framework conditions and professional ethical guidelines that regulate work as a customs officer
After completing the course, students should be able to:
- under guidance, participate in and carry out declaration checks to assess the correctness of classification, origin, quantity and determination of customs value against the determination of customs duties, taxes and restrictions
- explain which penal reactions occur in the event of a customs violation and their application
After completing the course, students must have general competence to:
- show willingness and ability to make use of guidance and feedback
- identify own knowledge needs, show self-awareness in relation to own learning needs as well as acquire and acquire new knowledge and skills
- reflect on power, judgment and professionalism • interact with fellow students and colleagues
- under guidance see and create connections between the more theoretical subjects, in particular TOL200, and TOL220
Required prerequisite knowledge
Exam
Group assignment and practice
| Form of assessment | Weight | Duration | Marks | Aid |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Group assignment | 1/2 | 1 Weeks | Passed / Not Passed | All |
| Praksis | 1/2 | 6 Weeks | Passed / Not Passed | All |
Coursework requirements
Work requirements: Completed e-learning modules must be passed to receive a final assessment in the subject
Course teacher(s)
Course teacher:
Christian Henrik Alexander KuranHead of Department:
Tore MarkesetMethod of work
Students will receive continuous feedback from the supervisor on their own practice and behaviour.
A reflection report must be submitted at the end of the practical training period and is included as a basis for assessment.