The University of Oslo offers three categories of courses:
- Introductory Language and Culture Courses
- Norwegian Language Courses on All Levels with Exam
- Bachelor’s courses about Norwegian culture
Introductory Language and Culture Courses
The three-week course "Norway på norsk" is an introductory course on Norwegian culture and language. The program combines introductory Norwegian language lessons with cultural experiences and excursions to various sites in the Oslo area. It is an excellent opportunity for locally employed staff at embassies and foreign missions to gain insight into Norwegian culture and language.
- Duration: Three weeks
- No exam
- Level 1 starts on June 22. Level 2 starts on July 13.
- For more information, see: https://norwaypanorsk.com/
Norwegian Language Courses on All Levels with Exam
Our upcoming six-week Norwegian language courses with exam are provided at four levels: Beginner, intermediate, advanced, and upper advanced. These NORA courses are designed for individuals seeking to strengthen their Norwegian language competence while gaining broader insight into Norwegian culture and society.
Essential details:
- Duration: Six weeks
- Exam component allows participants to document their Norwegian level
- Course levels: Norwegian Level I, Norwegian Level II, Norwegian Level III, Norwegian Level IV
- Application deadline: March 15
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Bachelor’s courses about Norwegian culture
The International Summer School also offers four-week bachelor-level courses highlighting key aspects of Norwegian culture and society.
- “Art in Norway: From the Viking Age to the Present” surveys major developments in Norwegian art across more than a millennium.
- “The Vikings and Medieval Norway” examines the history and cultural legacy of Norway’s early periods.
- “Voices of Norway: A Tour of Norwegian Literature” provides an introduction to influential authors and literary traditions.
- “Gender Equality in the Nordic Countries” offers an overview of the region’s policies and debates related to gender equality.
