Folkeuniversitetet provide the opportunity to start with no previous knowledge of the Norwegian language and go on to obtain a level where you will become articulate and have a thorough understanding of spoken and written Norwegian. We offer a wide range of courses.

Are you planning to apply for residency?
Folkeuniversitetet is an officially certified provider of Norwegian language courses. Immigrants who want to apply for a residence permit and subsequently, for Norwegian citizenship, must complete 300 hours of tuition in Norwegian language and social studies. Participants who do not wish to base their application for permanent residency on the 250 + 50 hours rule, may choose to take Norskprøve 2 or Norskprøve 3 or Bergenstesten. You may read more about your rights and obligations here.

Find your level with our placement tests:

- Placement tests if you live in Oslo, Akershus or Østfold. 

 

At the lower and intermediate levels we also offer online-courses.

We provide official exams in Norwegian; Norskprøve 2 and 3, and Bergenstesten. Click here for more information about the exams.

The "Test i norsk på høyere nivå" is designed for foreigners, who intend to apply for admission to a Norwegian university or college, as well as for Norwegian citizens who have graduated from secondary schools abroad and for job applicants in Norway (e.g. medical practitioners, native language teachers, and those who are required to document their Norwegian language skills).