An agronomy program typically provides students with a science-based course load. Programs focus on studying plants and soil, along with policies, issues and concerns for the agriculture industry. Possible courses include soil conservation, crop genetics and global farming issues.

Norway (Norge) is the westernmost, northernmost — and in fact the easternmost — of the three Scandinavian countries. Norway is well known for its amazing and varied scenery. The fjords in the west of the country are long narrow inlets, flanked on either side by tall mountains where the sea penetrates far inland. The ultimate responsibility for the education lies with the Norwegian Ministry of Education and Research.