The document provides an overview of Tromsø, Norway and the University of Tromsø. Tromsø is located north of the Arctic Circle and has a population of around 67,000 people. The University of Tromsø has around 9,000 students from over 90 countries and focuses on fields related to the northern region like Arctic studies, fisheries, and indigenous peoples. Key research areas include climate change, marine sciences, and health studies in the Arctic.

1. A Short Introduction to Tromsø and the University of Tromsø

2. On Top of the High North Climate change East Meets West The Demand for Oil & Gas Unspoiled Nature Clean Food A Cure for Cancer?

3. Tromsø in a Nutshell Situated at 69°40′58″N 18°56′34″E Founded 1794 Nicknames: “ Paris of the North” “ Gateway to the Arctic” Population: 67.000 (urban area) The 8th largest city in Norway Area 2.558 km2 The largest urban municipality of Norway 40 .000 m2 per person

5. The University of Tromsø A classical university with a wide range of subjects taught. Merged with the Tromsø University college 1.1.2009 9.000 students, whereof 10% from abroad 2.800 staff 2,1 billion NOK More than 300 programs Centers of Excellence, Innovation, Peace and Conflict Transformation, Sami studies, Tele- medicine, Women research, Biotechnology, Traditional Medicine etc.

6. The University of Tromsø aims to be an academic institution of high international standing and with a special commitment to developing the North, combining quality and relevance, cutting-edge research and a wide range of educational opportunities The University of Tromsø aims to be at the international forefront in research and education pertaining to the Northern region. Particular emphasis shall be given to research in fields where the university has a comparative advantage due to its geographical location. Aims & Commitments

7. Key Focus Fields Biomarine studies, biomedicine and biotechnology Health and welfare studies, including telemedicine and social medicine Indigenous studies, including questions relating to Sámi language and identity Northern and Arctic studies, including central fields such as technology and science, social sciences and the humanities

8. English taught Master Programs Human Rights Practice Law of the Sea English Linguistics Indigenous Studies Peace and Conflict Transformation Theoretical Linguistics Visual Cultural Studies Business Creation and Entrepreneurship Telemedicine and E-health Biology (Department of biology) Chemistry Computer Science Geology Physics Biomedicine

9. Distribution of students 10 % international students from 91 countries: Russia (94) Germany (63) Sweden (42) Denmark (38) Poland (34) Finland (25) France (24) U.S.A. (22) Nepal (20) Spain (18) Fall 2009. Source: DBH

10. 1968 - 2008

11. Tromsø High North Cluster (THiNC) The University The Northern Research institute The Marine Research Institute The Polar Research Institute Akvaplan-niva

12. Norwegian High North Strategy Launched 1 December, 2006 Key premises: Increased presence Increased scope of activities Increased knowledge Key drivers: Climate, Russia, Energy, Arctic Dimension Key Elements of the High North Strategy Climate change and the environment Monitoring, preparedness and safety at sea Sustainable use of petroleum and renewable resources at sea Business development onshore Infrastructure Sovereignty and cross border co-operation Culture and livelihood of indigenous peoples

13. The role of Tromsø in the High North Strategy Major provider of knowledge: The Arctic and its role in climate change Ice and it’s impact on climate Oceanography in polar regions Safe and secure operations in the Arctic Relationship with Russia Fisheries and fish farming Marine bioprospecting Indigenous peoples Arctic governance and international laws in the Arctic Arctic technology Telemedicine Etc..

14. Credits, clockwise from top left: Jon Terje Eiterå Maja Sojtaric Lars Nordmo Ola Røe Maja Sojtaric Maja Sojtaric Rolf E. Tønne Photo: Jon Terje Eiterå

15. ” Tromsø is a city for great occasions” Norwegian Secretary of State Jonas Gahr Støre, December 2005