Course content

At the end of this course, students should be read and understand 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's existing everyday vocabulary is further expanded. Upon completing the course, students can give clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to their fields of interest. 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

The course relies heavily on individual study by the student. Up to 3-4 hours per week will be teacher supervised. Teaching methods include lectures, listening tasks, structured self-study, and other resources. Students need up to four approved obligatory activities 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 (mandatory attendance in the first teaching session)

Specific conditions

Required previous knowledge

Passed Norwegian level 1 or Placement test or Norskprøven with B1 in the written part and A2 in the other parts.

It is recommended that students interested in the course are prepared and able to allocate the needed time for individual study to keep up with the course pace. The readings and work for individual study will be substantially higher than that of the other Norwegian courses.

Student should also have decent possibilities to practice Norwegian with other speakers outside the classroom, as classroom training in this area will be limited.

It is assumed that students will keep up with course progression and able to actively participate in lectures and with group teachings in general.

The course is intended for students who need a more flexible schedule for their learning, and in addition has the capacity, and ability, to put in the effort to learn Norwegian without a lot of classroom teachings.

The course will culminate in a standard Norwegian level 2 exam. Passing the exam will enable the student to apply for Norwegian level 3.

Credit reductions