Norwegian Language and Society

One year programme in Bodø

Are you an exchange student or an immigrant to Norway wishing to learn more about the Norwegian language and gain insight into Norway's culture, political environment and history? Would you like to qualify to study a Norwegian-taught degree at Bachelor or Master level?

Norwegian Language and Society covers topics from the welfare state to Norway's literary traditions. Students develop both language skills as well as understanding of the cultural, political and historical contexts which have shaped modern Norwegian society and Norwegian language.

Programme description

Are you an exchange student or an immigrant to Norway wishing to learn more about the Norwegian language and gain insight into Norway's culture, political environment and history? Would you like to qualify to study a Norwegian-taught degree at Bachelor or Master level?

Norwegian Language and Society covers topics from the welfare state to Norway's literary traditions. Students develop both language skills as well as understanding of the cultural, political and historical contexts which have shaped modern Norwegian society and Norwegian language.

Study model

The information applies to the current academic year. Changes may occur.
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Admission requirements

Higher Education Entrance Qualification https://www.nokut.no/en/surveys-and-databases/nokuts-country-database/GSU-list/ 

Language requirement https://www.nokut.no/globalassets/nokut/artikkelbibliotek/utenlandsk_utdanning/gsulista/2018/language_requirements_gsu_12032018.pdf 

View general admission information https://www.nord.no/en/studies/admission/how-to-apply-bachelor/Pages/default.aspx 

View specific application deadlines https://www.nord.no/en/studies/admission/how-to-apply-bachelor/Pages/default.aspx#&acd=a4743399-3ecb-e5c8-e654-f1ef3297b8d8 

Most applicants from outside EU and applicants who does not have a Norwegian citizenship, residence permit or have a renewable residence permit in Norway, will not get a (student) residence permit based on the one-year programme 'Norwegian Language and Society'

Job opportunities

Successful graduates will have the language skills and knowledge to find employment with Norwegian as the spoken language.

Further education

Completion of this programme qualifies graduates to apply for admission to study programmes taught in Norwegian language. It is recommended that students achieve a grade of B or higher in NO218L in order to undertake studies taught in Norwegian.

Study abroad

This one-year-program has no exchange possibilities

Application deadline and admission

Application deadline Applications are open in the following periods:
> Non-EU/EEA: October 1 - December 1
> EU/EEA og Nordic residents: February 1 - April 15

 Welcome to Bodø
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New student 2020

Registration and important information

Welcome to the Norwegian Language and Society programme at the Faculty of Social Sciences

Semester registration
All students must register and pay the semester fee. This year it is especially important that students register and pay the semester fee early to be able to access digital platforms. You can register when you have received your student number. Please follow this guideline:


Travel advice when coming to Norway

International students need to be in quarantine for 10 days when arriving to Norway. This may be subjected to change. Please keep yourself updated on the lastest information from the health authorities in Norway:


Orientation meetings​

Wednesday 12th of August
  • ​10:15 Orientation meeting for the Norwegian Language and Society programme. The meeting will be held either digitally or on campus. More information will follow.
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Class timetable and reading list

Class timetable
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Reading list
The course literature can be found below each course description available under the study model in each programme of study. 

Student life

About campus Bodø
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Welcome committee
The welcome committee is an initiative at Nord University Bodø. The committee will ensure that you get the best possible start as a new student in Bodø.

ECTS Credits 60
Study level One year programme
Scope Full time
Teaching language English
Police certificate of conduct No
Campus Bodø

Application deadline and admission

Application deadline Applications are open in the following periods:
> Non-EU/EEA: October 1 - December 1
> EU/EEA og Nordic residents: February 1 - April 15

More information

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Academic advisor:

Dana Bougrine
E-mail: dana.bougrine@nord.no​
Phone: +47 74 02 25 80

>> Book a student counselling session​​