IT og Media (IM), Kuben vgs.

What IT og Media (IM), Kuben vgs. does

Kuben videregående skole (Kuben vgs) is a public upper secondary school operated by Oslo Kommune through Utdanningsetaten, with the IT og Media (IM) department functioning as one of its core vocational program tracks. The IM department delivers Vg1-Vg3 vocational education in information technology and media production, covering specializations in IT development, IT operations, media technique, media production, and design. It also operates dual-competence tracks (Medielinja and Informatikklinja) that combine vocational certification with university entrance qualifications, allowing students to pursue either immediate workforce entry or further academic study. The IM department is anchored within Kuben's broader campus infrastructure, including the main vocational arena at Kabelgata 10-12 and the BiKuben site at Kabelgata 22, both in Oslo.

Underlying technology supporting the IM department and the wider school is standard Norwegian public-sector educational infrastructure: Visma InSchool is used across all upper secondary schools in Oslo for schedules, grades, attendance, and home-school communication, accessed via Feide authentication through the Skoleplattform Oslo portal. Osloskolen Nettfilter provides network content filtering across student devices. Karkalk.no is offered as a grade-calculator tool for prospective students. The IM department does not develop proprietary technology platforms; its curriculum integrates industry-standard IT and media production tools within these institutional frameworks.

As a public municipal entity, the IM department generates no commercial revenue and charges no tuition; funding flows entirely from Oslo Kommune's education budgets through per-student allocations. Student enrollment is managed through the national Vigo.no centralized admission platform, where the IM department competes for applicants against other Oslo videregående skoler. International mobility is a strategic pillar, with Erasmus+ partnerships spanning robotics, plumbing, carpentry, media production, healthcare, and pedagogy exchanges across at least nine countries including Iceland, Denmark, Sweden, Malta, Spain, England, and the Gambia. Industry partnerships, notably with Veidekke for the Skole på byggeplass workplace learning program, link curriculum to real construction sites and provide apprenticeship pathways within vocational tracks.

Name

IT og Media (IM), Kuben vgs.

Legal name

Kuben videregående skole

Website

https://kuben.vgs.no

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kuben vgs is a public upper secondary school in Oslo operated by Oslo Kommune. Its IT og Media (IM) department delivers Vg1-Vg3 vocational programs in IT development, IT operations, and media production, plus dual-competence tracks for vocational certification combined with university entrance qualifications.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Secondary Education

NAICS

Computer Training (611420)

akta.pro primary industry

Information Technology & Software (EDAAAPAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Systems Administration & IT Operations (Windows/Linux, Monitoring, ITSM) (EDABAFAH)

Keywords

• Vocational education programs
• Upper secondary school
• IT and media production
• Public secondary education
• Dual competence curriculum

Headquarters

HQ city

Oslo

HQ country

Norway

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Public Education Funding: As a municipal school under Oslo Kommune and Utdanningsetaten, Kuben vgs is funded entirely by public tax revenue and government education budgets. No tuition fees are charged to students.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

IT og Media (IM) is a vocational education department within Kuben videregående skole that delivers Vg1–Vg3 study programs in information technology and media production for students aged 16–19. Programs include IT development, IT operations, media technique, media production, and design, with combination pathways (YSK) that pair vocational certification with university admission qualifications for individuals planning careers or further studies in IT and media industries.

Product overview

Kuben videregående skole operates as a comprehensive upper secondary educational institution in Oslo, Norway, offering a diverse portfolio of educational programs. The school provides vocational programs (yrkesfag) in construction (Bygg- og anleggsteknikk), electrical and data technology (Elektro og datateknologi), healthcare and child welfare (Helse- og oppvekstfag), information technology and media production (Informasjonsteknologi og medieproduksjon), and technology and industrial trades (Teknologi- og industrifag). The IT og Media (IM) department specifically focuses on information technology and media production, offering Vg1-Vg3 vocational programs with specializations including media production and IT systems. Additionally, the school provides dual competence programs (YSK) combining vocational and study preparation qualifications: BYSK for construction trades, HYSK for healthcare, Robotikklinja for automation and robotics, Informatikklinja for programming and IT systems, and Medielinja for media production and web design. Alternative programs include Fundament (11th year), OT follow-up services, and Skole på byggeplass workplace learning. International programs through Erasmus+ and other partnerships complement the academic offerings.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Trygg Læring Kuben: School mediation and restorative conflict management programme building on more than 20 years of experience with school mediation and restorative processes.
• Kubenprisen
• Kuben Gambia-prosjekt

Products and services

• Informasjonsteknologi og medieproduksjon (IM) Vocational education program (Vg1–Vg3) preparing students for careers in IT and media industries, including IT development, IT operations, media technique, media production, and design. Targeted at students aged 16–19 completing primary school.
• Medielinja Three-year combination program (YSK) combining media production vocational subjects with study preparation subjects, leading to both vocational qualification and general university admission.
• Informatikklinja Three-year combination program (YSK) combining IT systems vocational subjects with study preparation, providing qualification for university studies in informatics and software engineering.
• Elektro og datateknologi Vocational program (Vg1–Vg3) covering electrical trades and IT with specializations in electronics, data technology, automation, robotics, energy systems, and refrigeration.
• Bygg- og anleggsteknikk Vocational program (Vg1–Vg3) covering construction trades including carpentry, plumbing, concrete/masonry, roofing, and ventilation, with specialization options.
• Teknologi- og industrifag Vocational program (Vg1–Vg2) covering technical industry trades including vehicles, bodywork, paint, mechanical industry, and chemical process industry.
• Helse- og oppvekstfag Vocational program (Vg1–Vg3) covering healthcare and child/youth welfare sectors, including specializations in healthcare work, child and youth work, and activity facilitation.
• BYSK (Byggfag Yrkes- og studiekompetanse) Four-year dual competence program combining construction vocational training with study preparation, leading to both craft certificate and university entrance qualification.
• HYSK (Helsefag Yrkes- og studiekompetanse) Four-year dual competence program combining healthcare vocational training with study preparation including advanced mathematics and sciences, leading to both healthcare certificate and medical school eligibility.
• Robotikklinja (Automatisering og robotikk) Three-year study preparation program with specialization in automation and robotics, combining practical and theoretical knowledge in electro, automation, robotics, and mathematics.
• Fundament (11. grunnskoleår) Eleventh year of compulsory schooling for students wanting extra preparation for upper secondary education, with flexible pedagogy and practical learning approach.
• Oppfølgingstjenesten (OT) Follow-up service offering Vg1 programs for youth without school placement or needing closer follow-up to complete Vg1, available in regular and dedicated OT classes.
• Skole på byggeplass Workplace-based learning program in collaboration with Veidekke, allowing students to complete Vg2 carpentry or concrete/masonry while working on actual construction projects.
• Forberedende Vg1 One-year preparatory program for minority language students with short residence in Norway, providing language-adapted instruction to prepare for regular Vg1 programs.
• RoboCompetition International robotics competition network involving students and staff from multiple countries, focused on developing skills in safe robotics through cross-national team collaboration.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates achieve both vocational certification and university entrance qualifications through dual-competence programs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Roskilde Tekniske Skole (Denmark)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 June 2026Mutual student and staff exchange agreement with Roskilde Technical School in Denmark. Vg2 carpentry and plumbing students participate. Funded through Erasmus+.
• Tækniskolinn Reykjavik (Iceland)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 February 2025Erasmus+ collaboration for mutual exchange of plumbing students between Kuben and Tækniskolinn. Vg2 plumbing students from Kuben spend a week in Iceland working with Icelandic students, followed by Icelandic students visiting Kuben.
• Malta College of Arts, Science and Technology (MCAST)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 June 2024MCAST is a vocational college in Paola, Malta. Kuben has an approved cooperation agreement for Vg3 robotikk students to do two-week practical study placement at MCAST. Students receive robotics modules and mentorship from local MCAST students. Supported by Erasmus+.
• Kerewan Upper Secondary School (Gambia)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 August 2022Social entrepreneurship project between Kuben and Kerewan Upper Secondary School in Gambia. Kuben has donated hundreds of PCs to Gambia and supports school facilities. Student committee organizes fundraising. Delegation visited Gambia in February 2024.
• Burgårdens Gymnasium (Sweden)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 November 2021Partner in Erasmus+ project Involve to Evolve (November 2021 - October 2024). Scandinavian collaboration to address democratic disengagement. Students and staff from studiespesialisering participated in workshops and exchanges.
• Frederiksberg Gymnasium (Denmark)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerContinuation of partnership from Erasmus+ project Involve to Evolve. Student study trips for Vg1 elected representatives to learn about student-led activities. Builds on Frederiksberg's unique pedagogy for student citizenship.
• Den norske skole Costa Blanca (Spain)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVg2 barne- og ungdomsarbeidere students can do 3-week work placement at the Norwegian school in Alfaz del Pi, Spain. Funded through Erasmus+ Placements in Europe project.
• Sheringham Primary School (England)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVg2 barne- og ungdomsarbeidere students can do 2-week work placement at Sheringham Primary School in London, England. Students stay with host families. Part of Erasmus+ Placements in Europe.
• IMED Hospitales / Scandinavian International Clinics (Spain)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerVg2 helsefagarbeidere students can do 3-week work placement at medical facilities in Albir/Alfaz del Pi area, Spain. Part of Erasmus+ Placements in Europe.
• Network for RoboCompetition (Multiple Countries)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNetwork established after successful Erasmus+ RoboCup project (ended December 2023). Partners from 9 countries including Denmark, Spain, Finland, Switzerland, Netherlands. Students compete in cross-national teams. Kuben hosted February 2026 competition.
• Universitetet i Oslo / MF vitenskapelig høyskolecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerResearch collaboration on Involve to Evolve project. University of Oslo's Institute for Teacher Education and School Research provided expertise on democracy education. MF Norwegian School of Theology also contributed as external experts.
• VeidekkecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerConstruction company partnership for 'Skole på byggeplass' (School at Construction Site) program. Veidekke hosts Vg2 carpentry and concrete/masonry students at their Ulven construction site. Students complete Vg2 while gaining practical experience on real building projects.
• Gutenberg Schule Leipzig (Germany)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational collaboration for media production students. Schools jointly organize student film festival starting 2026-27 school year. Planned participation from Greek and Spanish schools.
• Borgarholtskoli Reykjavik (Iceland)minorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-organizer of international student film festival with Kuben's media production classes. Collaboration begins 2026-27 school year.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• AOF Norge: Large national provider of adult vocational training and continuing education in Norway, including IT and trade-related courses. Comparable as a broader incumbent in the Norwegian vocational-training market, though it focuses on adult/continuing education rather than upper-secondary youth education.

Regional players

• MCAST (Malta College of Arts, Science & Technology): Vocational higher-education institution in Malta with which Kuben has a strategic cooperation for Vg3 robotikk student placements. Comparable as a peer institution focused on technical and vocational education, but operating in a different national market rather than competing directly for the same students.
• Tækniskólinn Reykjavík: Iceland's largest technical/vocational upper secondary school and a current Erasmus+ partner of Kuben for plumbing student exchange. Operates similar vocational tracks (electrical, plumbing, technical) but in Iceland, making it a regional peer rather than a direct competitor.
• Roskilde Tekniske Skole: Danish technical/vocational secondary school engaged in Erasmus+ student and staff exchanges with Kuben for carpentry and plumbing. A regional peer because it offers a comparable vocational upper-secondary portfolio (construction, technical trades) but in the Danish market rather than competing head-to-head.

Direct peers

• Valler videregående skole: Established public upper secondary school in Bærum (greater Oslo area) recognized for strong STEM, vocational and international programs. Directly comparable because it competes for the same cohort of Oslo-region students through the same Vigo.no admission system and offers parallel vocational tracks including electrical, construction, and technology programs.
• Nydalen videregående skole: Oslo-based public upper secondary school with media and design-oriented study programs under Osloskolen. Comparable to Kuben's IM department because both compete for creative-media-focused upper-secondary students in the same municipal admission market and offer similar studiespesialisering/medielinje-style pathways.
• Bjerke videregående skole: Public upper secondary school in Oslo operated within Osloskolen, offering vocational and academic tracks. Peer because it draws from the same Oslo student pool, competes within the centralized Vigo.no system, and offers overlapping vocational programs including construction, healthcare, and electrical trades.

Others

• Sogn videregående skole (predecessor of Kuben): Historical predecessor institution referenced in Kuben's own materials (record-keeping for former Sogn students is now handled by Byarkivet). Listed as an ecosystem-related entity rather than a true peer because it no longer operates as a separate school.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/kubenvgs
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/it-og-media-kuben-vgs

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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