Test of Norwegian - advanced level, writingThe test of Norwegian - advanced level is prepared and administered by Norsk språktest, the cooperation between University of Bergen and Folkeuniversitetet. Both the written and speaking tests are held independently on different dates, three times a year.The written test is designed for foreigners who intend to apply for admission at a Norwegian university or college, as well as for Norwegian citizens who have graduated from secondary schools abroad and also for job applicants in Norway (e.g. medical practitioners, native language teachers, and those who are required to document their Norwegian language skills). Those who have Swedish or Danish as their native language and who have fulfilled the basic admission requirements in their homeland may apply for regular degree studies on the same basis as Norwegian students. They are not required to take this test. Test format The test is divided into two main parts: Part 1 (sections 1, 2, and 3) and Part 2 (sections 4 and 5). There is a 20-30 minute break between the two parts, depending on the number of candidates. Part 1: Section 1 Reading comprehension
Section 1 Reading comprehension, corrected in accordance with key
Section 2 Listening comprehension, corrected in accordance with key
Section 3 Summary writing, assessed qualitatively according to the following criteria: Imparting: How clearly the candidate manages to express what has been said Content: How many of the given elements are correctly reproduced Language: Structure: How clear and well-structured the candidate writes Vocabulary and expressions: How wide and nuanced the vocabulary is, and how precisely it is used Grammar: How complex and varied the sentence structure is, and how accurate the word order and the inflections are Spelling and punctuation: How accurate the spelling and punctuation are All the three main parts, Imparting, Content and Language have to be passed in order to receive a “Pass” on section 3.
Section 4 Grammar, vocabulary and expressions, corrected in accordance with key
Section 5 Writing - composition, assessed qualitatively according to the following criteria: Imparting: How objectively and accurately the issue is presented, and how clearly the candidate passes on and argues for her/his own point of view Structure: To which extent the text is coherent and well-structured Spelling and punctuation: How accurate the spelling and punctuation are All the five criteria are of equal importance. Test result The formerly used scoring system (150-700 points) has been replaced with the following grades: “Fail” (Ikke bestått), “Pass” (Bestått) and “High Pass” (Godt bestått). The test and its grading system are now closely related to the European framework for languages (CEFR), in Norwegian referred to as Rammeverket. Individual section scores: A "Pass" (Bestått) for each of the test sections corresponds to approximately level B2, while "High Pass" (Godt bestått) corresponds approximately to level C1. Overall score To achieve a “Pass” as a final result, candidates need to get a “Pass” on all five test sections. To achieve a “High Pass” as a final result, candidates need to get a “High Pass” on at least three out of the five test sections. This means that a “Pass” as an overall score indicates that a candidate is approximately on level B2, while a “High Pass” as an overall score is equivalent to level B2, C1 or better. Test Certificate: The Test Certificate will be sent by post to candidates about five weeks after the test date. It is not possible to receive the test results earlier than the specified date.
Test result requirements The generally accepted test score of 450 points is replaced by a “Pass” (Bestått). However, this is a decision of the receiving institutions and employers. These can choose to determine which result a candidate must have achieved in order to qualify for studies or work. Contact the respective institutions/employers for more information. Enquiry on results Candidates have the right to apply for a re-mark (Enquiry on Results) of test section 3 (Summary) and 5 (Composition). This must be done no later than 10 days after Folkeuniversitetet has sent results to candidates. It is not possible to submit an Enquiry on results for those test sections that are corrected in accordance with key. These sections will however be also checked, when candidates apply for a re-mark. A re-mark application can take up to three (3) weeks to process. Enquiry on Results over the phone will not be accepted. It shall be written in a neutral tone, and must be marked with the candidate’s name, address and candidate number. The result after a re-mark is final and it is not possible to appeal against this decision. Send by e-mail to: norskspraaktest@lle.uib.no or by mail to: Norsk språktest, UiB, Postboks 7800, 5020 Bergen Testcentres Oslo Sandefjord Birkeland Stavanger Bergen Ålesund Trondheim Tromsø Alta Additional test locations for the test in April / May, provided that a sufficient number of candidates register: Fredrikstad, Hamar, Bodø, Harstad, Kirkenes Registration and practical information Test fee: 1850 NOK for the written test Test registration is binding and must be done on the internet NB! Make sure you check for the desired language variant: bokmål or nynorsk. For registration click here! Cancelling registration
Candidates will receive further information after the application is processed. The fee for a test abroad is NOK 3000, - which is paid to Folkeuniversitetet – Norsk språktest in Oslo before the final registration deadline. All fees, postage and any other expenses that the testing institution may have, are paid by the candidate. The test abroad is held once a year, in April or May. The registration deadline is the last week of January. Practice materials Practice Material 2011 with key and CD, kr250 (Excludes postage and handling fee) Order here! For information regarding registration or purchase of practice materials, contact Folkeuniversitetet in Oslo: E-mail:norsk.spraktest@fu.no Tel: 22 98 88 20 For test-related questions, contact Norsk språktest in Bergen: E-mail:norskspraaktest@lle.uib.no Tel: 55 58 26 96 |
