Course - Introduction to Norwegian - NORSK0500
Introduction to Norwegian
New from the academic year 2025/2026
Assessments and mandatory activities may be changed until September 20th.
About
About the course
Course content
Introduction to Norwegian is a language course for beginners. The course focuses on basic grammar and use of everyday language in both oral and written production.
Learning outcome
KNOWLEDGE:
The candidate's level of knowledge is equivalent to at least Level A1 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
SKILLS:
The candidate
- is able to understand and use everyday expressions in order to carry out day-to-day tasks
- is able to introduce him- or herself and others
- is able to ask questions and answer questions about his or her whereabouts, acquaintances and possessions
- is able to interact with another person in an understandable way provided the other person speaks slowly and clearly and is willing to clear up any communicative issues
Learning methods and activities
Up to 3 hours teaching per week. Students need up to four approved obligatory activities, including an oral exercise, in order to sit the exam.
Attendance is compulsory for the first lecture, and the overall attendance requirement is 80 per cent.
Compulsory assignments
- Up to 4 obligatory activities
- 80% attendance (obligatory attendance the first lecture)
Further on evaluation
The written exam will be in Norwegian Bokmål. Dictionaries are not allowed.
Approved examination's requirements are valid for 4 semesters.
Specific conditions
Limited admission to classes. For more information: https://i.ntnu.no/wiki/-/wiki/English/Admission+to+courses+with+restricted+admission
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Humanities (EMNE/HF)
Miscellaneous Courses - Faculty of Architecture and Design (EMNE/AD)
Miscellaneous Courses - Faculty of Economics and Management (EMNE/ØK)
Miscellaneous Courses - Faculty of Engineering (EMNE/IV)
Miscellaneous Courses - Faculty of Information Technology and Electrical Engineering (EMNE/IE)
Miscellaneous Courses - Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (EMNE/MH)
Miscellaneous Courses - Faculty of Natural Sciences (EMNE/NV)
Miscellaneous Courses - Faculty of Social and Educational Sciences (EMNE/SU)
Norwegian for Foreigners (NFUT)
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| NORSK0501 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0001 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0002 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0003 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0004 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0005 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0006 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0007 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0008 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0009 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0010 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0030 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0031 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0060 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0061 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
| NFUT0070 | 7.5 sp | Autumn 2025 |
Subject areas
- Norwegian as a Second Language
Contact information
Department with academic responsibility
Examination
Examination
Ordinary examination - Autumn 2025
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.
Re-sit examination - Autumn 2025
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.