InGenious Programme – preparing students for the sustainable future and working life

The InGenious program is a platform for engaging industry in our study programmes and bridge the gap between academia and business, as part of our strategy and mission.

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Facts:

Some key figures about the InGenious program from spring 2020 to spring 2026:

Number of students: 900

Nationality of students: 35

Number of projects: 65

Specialization: 18

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Sustainability and the green shift

At UiS, our InGenious program is rooted in innovation and sustainability in education, to prepare students for a future with a focus on the green shift.

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The University of Stavanger is an open and inclusive institution that prioritise excellence in education, leading research and innovation, with a strong commitment to the sustainable transition. Our social mission includes education, research, artistic and professional development work, dissemination and innovation, all of which contribute to sustainable social development through close collaboration with society and working life.

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Study visits to Skretting as part of the teaching

Uniquely designed program

The InGenious program is a unique offer that equips students for the challenges and opportunities of the future of work, and is a clear example of work-relevant education with a strong focus on sustainability and the application of knowledge in practice. The program combines professional, intra- and co-curricular activities in collaboration with industry, including case studies, seminars, workshops, company visits, and mentoring.

Through a holistic approach, students develop both academic and interdisciplinary competence as well as key skills for the labour market of the future. Collaboration with external actors provides relevant learning experiences and insight into real challenges, and helps to promote innovation, sustainable thinking and professional development.

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Marte Cecilie Wilhelmsen Solheim - Professor of Innovation Studies and Pro-Rector for Innovation and Society at the University of Stavanger (UiS)

The future of work: developing talent and skills

Through the InGenious program, students develop practical skills and relevant experience that prepare them for the future of work and meet the changing needs of the industry, with a particular emphasis on sustainability. The programme strengthens the link between academia and working life by giving the industry access to fresh talent, new perspectives and knowledgeable students and academics at UiS. At the same time, the business community will have an active role in shaping and further developing the learning process in close collaboration with academia. This ensures a work-relevant and future-oriented education that educates candidates who are equipped to support and lead the green transition.

News about InGenious

Contact:

Programleder
51831856
Division of Innovation and Society
Department of Innovation and External Collaboration

Our values ​​and goals are:
- To prepare students for the world of work.
- To build bridges between academia and business.
- To find a balance between knowledge acquisition and skills development.
- To create meaningful impact and contribute to the transition to a sustainable future.

Nelly Narges Karimi 
, head of the InGenious program

Colleagues on board

Professor
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Department of Safety, Economics and Planning
Professor
5183 1590
UiS School of Business and Law
Department of Innovation, Management and Marketing
Professor
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Department of Chemistry, Bioscience and Environmental Engineering
Professor
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Department of Safety, Economics and Planning
Professor
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Department of Mechanical and Structural Engineering and Materials Science
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Stavanger, Norway
UiS School of Business and Law
Department of Innovation, Management and Marketing
Associate Professor
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Faculty of Science and Technology
Department of Energy and Petroleum Engineering
Postdoctoral Fellow
UiS School of Business and Law
Department of Economics and Finance

InGenious' industrial partners are many and still growing