The University's International Summer School is offering short informal Norwegian language courses for newly arrived refugees and asylum seekers.
Courses are offered at Level 1 and Level 2. Both courses are held online.
Objectives
After completing basic Level 1, participants should be able to:
- Understand the key elements of clearly spoken Norwegian on subjects relating to everyday life.
- Talk about such subjects, even if the participants' vocabulary is limited and their way of expressing themselves is simple.
After completing basic Level 2, participants should be able to:
- Understand clearly spoken Norwegian on subjects relating to everyday life
- Talk about such subjects
Content
This online course is based on dialogues, focusing on the use of Norwegian in everyday life.
During the online course, we practice common situations and use the language actively from the very first session. The focus is on spoken Norwegian. We also practice pronunciation, intonation and accentuation as part of the feedback process.
Preliminary knowledge
No previous knowledge of Norwegian is required. However, in order to benefit from the classes, participants must have substantial knowledge of spoken and written English.
Course Schedule
BOTH COURSES ARE NOW FULLY BOOKED.
The next Level 1 course is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 09:00 to 11:30.
- Start date: 15 September (Week 38)
- Final session: 5 November (Week 45)
The next Level 2 course is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 13:30 to 15:00.
- Start date: 15 September (Week 38)
- Final session: 5 November (Week 45)
Exam
These courses do not have exams or provide university credits.
Number of participants
Maximum 30 participants.
Duration
2.5 hours twice a week for 8 weeks.
Admission
In order to be admitted to the course, applicants must document that they are registered as refugees in Norway with a residence card (oppholdskort) or card for asylum seekers (asylsøkerbevis).
Places are allocated on a first come, first served basis. We reserve the right to require a minimum number of participants in order to run the course.
The next courses are fully booked.