Short Introductory Course in Norwegian Language and Culture (NOR-INTRO)

The target audience for NOR-INTRO is exchange students with granted admission to the University of Bergen. The course is ideal for international students who plan to take one introductory course in Norwegian language and culture in addition to regular program courses.

You cannot proceed to NOR-U2 after NOR-INTRO.

This introductory language course focuses on vocabulary connected to topics such as introducing oneself and others, study, food, clothing, accommodation, weather and familiar situations and events.

The course focuses to a large extent on oral language skills. Students will practice basic Norwegian phrases and pronunciation, and they will be able to have simple conversations in Norwegian about their daily life. Students will also practice reading and writing simple texts and listening to spoken Norwegian.