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Preparing for a new language

An inspiring way to prepare for your move to Norway is to familiarize yourself with the Norwegian language. There are many ways of doing this. Which path of action serves your needs and ambitions best depends on the available amount of time and resources.

The word Norsk written on a blackboard

Recommendations

  • If you wish to receive formal Norwegian language instruction prior to your departure, we recommend you contact the for information on providers of language courses and private tutors.
  • If your stay ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡ is scheduled to start in the autumn term (August), you might consider taking an intensive Norwegian class ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡'s .
  • For Norwegian language courses and resources availble during your stay ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡, please consult the webpage on language courses.
  • Self-learners might enjoy , Norway's easy-to-read Norwegian newspaper.
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    Easy to read provides Norwegian news and boosts your language skills.
  • Aftenposten, Norway's largest printed newspaper, has a special weekly edition for kids and teenagers . Once your kid has a basic knowledge of Norwegian, this paper might do a lot to support its language learning and integration process – and maybe yours as well!
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    The weekly  is popular with 9-15 year-olds.

Online courses

  • - online Norwegian course developed by the University of ̽»¨¾«Ñ¡
  • - free online Norwegian course developed by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology

Online exercises of Norwegian textbooks

Lykke til! - Good luck!

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Published Nov. 20, 2017 3:21 PM - Last modified Sep. 25, 2023 12:44 PM