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

The course consists of 30 hours of teaching in weeks 32 and 33 in August. 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)

Specific conditions

Credit reductions