Objectives
After completing basic level 1, participants should be able to:
- understand the key elements of clearly spoken Norwegian on subjects relating to everyday life;
- talk about such subjects, even if the vocabulary is limited and the way of expressing themselves is simple.
Content
This course is based on dialogues, focusing on the use of Norwegian in everyday life. Classes will be held once a week..
We practise common situations and use the language actively from the very first session. The main focus is on spoken Norwegian. We also practise pronunciation, intonation and accentuation as part of the feedback process.
Target group
- International researchers at UiO and accompanying spouses/partners who wish to learn Norwegian.
- International researchers at other research institutions are also welcome to take this course.
Preliminary knowledge
No previous knowledge of Norwegian is required. However, participants must be able to speak English.
Number of participants
Maximum 20 participants per group
Duration
- 24 class hours; 3 class hours once a week for 8 weeks; start in February, April, August, and November.
Next courses
- Group 1: 28 August 2024 - 23 October 2024, Wednesdays 10.15-13.00.
- Group 2: 28 August 2024 - 23 October 2024, Wednesdays 17.15-20.00.
Course fee
- NOK 4800 for researchers at UiO and their spouses/partners
- NOK 5800 for external researchers
Note:
- Researchers should check with their host department whether full or partial sponsorship for Norwegian language courses is available. Please be aware that it is at the department's discretion how to handle this issue. Therefore, conditions will vary throughout the University.
Course material
Participants are required to buy the following book prior to course start (physical or digital version):
Norsk på 1-2-3 (2017) Fast track Norwegian level A1-A2, Elisabeth Ellingsen and Kirsti Mac Donald, ISBN 9788202530785
Course leader:
- Anne-Beate Stenstøen
Information
For further information, please contact the ISS by e-mail, iss@admin.uio.no
Registration
Please have the following information ready before you fill out the form:
- Your contact information
- Your job title and department at UiO or the external institution you are affiliated with
- Contact information of the person or department that will pay for the course, if different than yourself. Please include the name, title and address of where we can send the bill
Note:
- Researchers employed at UiO must have their course participation approved by their immediate superior.
- The local administrator is expected to make the necessary arrangements for the approved course.
- Enrolment is binding.