Bhupendra Kumar

Bhupendra Kumar serves as Assistant Professor II in Research and Development at NLA University College, Bergen, with interdisciplinary expertise spanning religious studies, education, philosophy, and social sciences.

His primary research domains include:

• Religious Studies (Biblical Studies, Church History, Systematic Theology)
• Education (Kindergarten pedagogy, Primary school, Higher education)
• Philosophy (Phenomenology, Ethics, Worldview studies)
• Social Sciences (Public administration, Migration, Human rights)
• Music Education (Music didactics, History of music)
• Media Studies (Journalism, Media ethics)
• Anthropology (Ethnomusicology, Intercultural communication)

His work integrates theological perspectives with contemporary social issues, emphasizing qualitative methodologies, intercultural competence, and problem-based learning in educational contexts. Current research trends reflect strong intersections between religious education, media ethics, and social entrepreneurship.

Professional activities focus on curriculum development, religious didactics, and innovation in pedagogical leadership. No specific grants or awards are documented in the source material.

Based at the Staffeldtsgate campus, he engages in teaching and research development across multiple disciplines without dedicated lab affiliations.