Norwegian language courses at NTNU

Norwegian language courses at NTNU

NTNU has various part-time classes to help you learn Norwegian as a second language. Note that these classes are mainly for students and staff. You will not get a visa for the purpose of studying Norwegian at NTNU. 

Please note the early application deadlines. Norwegian courses commonly have earlier application deadlines than other courses.

Courses offered online

Courses offered in Trondheim

  • Norwegian for foreigners (15 ECTS)
    One-semester courses at various levels, offered in the autumn and spring semester. Open to exchange and master's degree students, PhD, staff and others.
     
  • Norwegian summer course (10 ECTS)
    3-week intensive language course offered in late summer. Open to new exchange students at NTNU in Trondheim. Please note that there is a fee to participate in this course.

Courses offered in Ålesund

  • ASU10207 Norwegian for foreign exchange students (7.5 ECTS)
    One-semester course offered in the autumn and spring semester, open to exchange students. At least 75%  necessary to take the written and oral exam. No fee. For more information, please contact Åse Mørkeset.
     
  • Norwegian course for master's degree students and employees
    Course with no credits offered during the semester for master's degree students and employees. For more information, please contact Anders Ulstein.

Courses offered in Gjøvik

  • SMF1081 Norwegian Language and Culture Course (5 ECTS)
    Course for exchange students. Offered in the autumn and spring semester.
     

  • Norwegian courses at Gjøvik Læringssenter (Gjøvik Learning Centre)
    Norwegian language courses at different levels, both regular and online courses. Students should contact Gjøvik Læringssenter, while PhD candidates and employees can contact their faculty for more information.