Norwegian and Indigenous Language and Culture

The programme is open for students from universities FLU has an agreement with.

Free movers can also apply if Nord University receives free movers in the year in question. Students from SEA-EU-partners are prioritized, followed by students from universities with whom FLU has an Erasmus+ agreement.

Thereafter, free movers can be given admission.

KNOWLEDGE

The candidate

has knowledge about the Norwegian language on A2-level

has knowledge about Saami languages and culture – and both historic and contemporary social and political conditions

has knowledge about the Indoeuropean and the Finno-Ugric language groups and some of the language history

has knowledge about the different Saami letters in the alphabet and the most important pronunciation features

has knowledge about the casus system in Saami languages

has knowledge about international Indigenous social and political conditions

has knowledge about cultural and linguistic assimilation and revitalization

has knowledge about Saami reindeer herding and its importance for today’s language and culture

has knowledge about the use of materials within traditional Saami handicrafts, duedtie/doudji

SKILLS

The candidate

is able to listen to and understand frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. family, housing, education and work)

is able to read simple texts with information about basic topics

is able to interact in conversations with simple information on familiar topics and activities

is able to express oneself orally and be able to use several phrases and sentences in order to describe familiar and routine matters

is able to write simple texts, notes and messages

knows how to present oneself in Saami

knows how to respond to simple questions and have a basic conversation about student life in Saami

is able to point out Saami languages in the world´s linguistic map

can manage two basic techniques in Saami handicrafts like sowing in leather and making a cord in wool or leather

GENERAL COMPETENCE

The candidate:

can understand and use familiar, everyday expressions and very simple statements about themselves and what is familiar and close.

can participate in very simple, familiar interaction situations if the interaction partners adapt the language and are supportive.

has basic knowledge about the casus system in Saami languages and how it differs from Scandinavian languages

has insight in and awareness and understanding for other cultures

knows how to approach people from other cultures and from minority and Indigenous cultures

knows about revitalization of Indigenous and minority cultures and languages worldwide

understands the importance of early language learning

has an understanding of the connection between land and people

can draw parallels between Saami culture and other Indigenous cultures

Costs for semester registration and course literature apply. It is expected that the student has a laptop.

More information for students with citizenship outside te EU/ EEA and Switzerland: https://www.nord.no/en/study-programmes/admission/tuition-fees