Course - Norwegian for Foreigners, online course, level 2 - Campus Ålesund and Campus Gjøvik - NFUT0230
Norwegian for Foreigners, online course, level 2 - Campus Ålesund and Campus Gjøvik
This course is no longer taught and is only available for examination.
About
About the course
Course content
At the end of this course, students should be able to deal with simple texts from newspapers. Writing skills in both descriptive and narrative genres are further developed, and towards the end of the course students should also be able to write simple persuasive texts.
The students' existing everyday vocabulary is further expanded. They can give clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to their fields of interest. Upon completing the course, they will be able to have a conversation on a variety of current topics with relative ease.
Learning outcome
Students will build upon their basic Norwegian vocabulary and grammatical skills to further expand their knowledge of the language. The course level is indicated with the help of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and is equivalent to Level B1/B2. KNOWLEDGE: The candidate´s level of knowledge is equivalent to Level B1/B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). SKILLS: The candidate - masters a vocabulary that enables him to give clear descriptions and express his meaning about most everyday issues - uses complex sentences - can use different techniques to create coherence when writing - can write simple persuasive texts
Learning methods and activities
Online teaching 6 hours per week, including listening exercises and oral exercises with a student assistant. In addition there will be self-studies.
Compulsory assignments:
- 80 % attendance (attendance is compulsory for the first online lecture).
- A minimum of 6 written assignments.
Compulsory assignments
- At least 6 approved written assignments
- 80% attendance (obligatory attendance the first lecture)
Further on evaluation
Separate grades are given for the written and the oral exam. In the final grade the written exam counts 2/3 while the oral exam counts 1/3. Both the written and the oral exam need to be passed in order to pass the exam. Students must retake both parts if they fail either part. The written exam will be in Norwegian bokmål.
Approved examination's requirements are valid for 4 semesters after approval date.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Norwegian for Foreigners (NFUT)
Required previous knowledge
This course is designed for applicants at Campus Ålesund and Campus Gjøvik. Passed Norwegian for Foreigners 1 or Placement test or Norskprøven with B1 in the written part and A2 in the other parts.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| NFF0201 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0201 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0202 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0203 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0204 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0205 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0206 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0207 | 15 sp | Autumn 2020 |
| NFUT0250 | 15 sp | Autumn 2021 |
| NFUT0208 | 15 sp | Autumn 2021 |
| NFUT0260 | 15 sp | Autumn 2023 |
| NFUT0270 | 15 sp | Autumn 2023 |
Subject areas
- Norwegian as a Second Language
Contact information
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2023
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.
Oral examination
Re-sit examination - Autumn 2023
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.
Oral examination
Ordinary examination - Spring 2024
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.
Oral examination
Oral examination
Re-sit examination - Spring 2024
School exam
The specified room can be changed and the final location will be ready no later than 3 days before the exam. You can find your room location on Studentweb.