Course - Norwegian for Foreigners 2, Combined Teaching and Self-study - NFUT0250
NFUT0250 - Norwegian for Foreigners 2, Combined Teaching and Self-study
About
Examination arrangement
Course content
At the end of this course, students should be able to deal with simple texts from newspapers. Writing skills in both descriptive and narrative genres are further developed, and towards the end of the course students should also be able to write simple persuasive texts.
The student's existing everyday vocabulary is further expanded. They can give clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to their fields of interest. Upon completing the course, they will be able to have a conversation on a variety of current topics with relative ease.
Learning outcome
Students will build upon their basic Norwegian vocabulary and grammatical skills to further expand their knowledge of the language. The course level is indicated with the help of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and is equivalent to Level B1/B2.
KNOWLEDGE:
The candidate's level of knowledge is equivalent to Level B1/B2 in the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR).
SKILLS:
The candidate:
- masters a vocabulary that enables him to give clear descriptions and express his meaning about most everyday issues
- uses complex sentences
- can use different techniques to create coherence when writing
- can write simple persuasive texts
Learning methods and activities
The course relies heavily on individual study by the student. Up to 3-4 hours per week will be teacher supervised. Teaching methods will include lectures, listening tasks, structured self-study, and other resources.
Attendance is compulsory for the first lecture.
Compulsory assignments
- At least 4 approved assignments
- 80% attendance (obligatory attendance the first lecture)
Further on evaluation
The written exam tests comprehension (e.g. dictation), grammar, vocabularies and text writing. The written exam will be in Norwegian bokmål. In addition a 15 minutes oral exam will take place. Dictionaries are not allowed.
Separate grades are given for the written and the oral exam. In the final grade the written exam counts 2/3 while the oral exam counts 1/3. Both the written and the oral exam need to be passed in order to pass the exam. Students must retake both parts if they fail either part.
Approved examination's requirements are valid for 4 semesters.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Norwegian for Foreigners (NFUT)
Required previous knowledge
Passed Norwegian for Foreigners 1 or Placement test or Norskprøven with B1 in the written part and A2 in the other parts.
It is recommended that students interested in the course are prepared and able to allocate the needed time for individual study to keep up with the course pace. The readings and work for individual study will be substantially higher than that of the other Norwegian courses.
Student should also have decent possibilities to practice Norwegian with other speakers outside the classroom, as classroom training in this area will be limited.
It is assumed that students will keep up with course progression and able to actively participate in lectures and with group teachings in general.
The course is intended for students who needs a more flexible schedule for their learning, and in addition has the capacity, and ability, to put in the effort to learn Norwegian without a lot of classroom teachings.
The course will culminate in a standard Level 2 exam. Passing the exam will enable the student to apply for Level 3.
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| NFUT0201 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0202 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0203 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0204 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0205 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0206 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0207 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0230 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFF0201 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFF0301 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0212 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0208 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2021 | |
| NFUT0260 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2023 | |
| NFUT0270 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2023 | |
| NFUT0221 | 15.0 | AUTUMN 2024 |
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Version: 1
Credits:
15.0 SP
Study level: Norwegian for international students
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: AUTUMN 2024
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2025
Extraordinary deadline for course registration: 2024-10-01
Language of instruction: Norwegian
Location: Trondheim
- Norwegian as a Second Language
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Language and Literature
Examination
Examination arrangement: Aggregate score
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
- Autumn ORD School exam 2/3 E 2024-11-28 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 2 - Autumn ORD Oral exam 1/3 E
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Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn UTS School exam 2/3 E 2024-12-13 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates - Autumn UTS Oral exam 1/3 E
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD School exam 2/3 E 2025-05-15 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 turkis sone Sluppenvegen 14 16 - Spring ORD Oral exam 1/3 E
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Room Building Number of candidates - Spring UTS School exam 2/3 E 2025-06-06 09:00 INSPERA
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Room Building Number of candidates SL310 blå sone Sluppenvegen 14 1 - Spring UTS Oral exam 1/3 E
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"