Universitetet i Agder

Norwegian language courses for students registered at UiA

As an international student at the University of Agder, you have several options when it comes to learning Norwegian during your time on campus. Look at the list below to choose the most appropriate course for you. However, please note that you will not get a visa for the purpose of studying Norwegian.

NO133 Norwegian for International Students (10 ECTS)

Kristiansand campus

Grimstad campus

Content

The course develops basic speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in Norwegian
The course requires effort and time, is very intensive, and there is a considerable amount of homework
On successful completion, the students will have achieved A1 level in Norwegian

Classes and exams

4 classes per week for the whole semester
3 hour written digital exam; graded assessment (A – F)
Examination requirements: 80% attendance

NO169 Norwegian for International Students, Intermediate level (10 ECTS)

Basic Norwegian, level 1 (a non-credit course. Offered only in Kristiansand)

Main learning outcomes: Basic level oral skills and understanding of grammar

and text comprehension.

Teaching methods: Communication, teamwork, reading, writing and speaking exercises.

Duration: 40 hours over 10 weeks, 4 hours per week

Credits: No credits

Certificate of attendance

The next course starts in the first week of September (week 36)

BARE NORSK Kafé

Remember: At BARE NORSK Kafé at Campus Grimstad (Fridays) and Campus Kristiansand (Wednesdays) beginners in Norwegian can:

practice your Norwegian speaking skills
learn stuff that's not to be found in the textbook
get help with your homework or with catching up if you have missed a class
talk about Norwegian language, Norway and the Norwegians
and generally about everything that's on your mind ;)

Your coffee-drinking hosts: Boriana Metodieva Vukovska (Campus Grimstad) and Hedvig Solbakken and Sara Buffetti Trondsen (Campus Kristiansand). Please see the UiA Calendar for time and place.