Learn Norwegian outside Norway

There are currently between 5,000 and 6,000 young academics worldwide who are studying the Norwegian language or Norwegian courses at institutions of higher education in their home country. Imagine learning how to read Henrik Ibsen in the original language! You can contact more than 140 institutions around the world and find out more.

There is a long tradition of teaching Norwegian language and Norwegian courses at institutions in many countries, even dating back to the 19th century at some universities in Central Europe and the United States. The number of institutions offering courses in Norwegian language, culture and politics are increasing, especially in Eastern Europe for the past ten years.

Maybe your current institution is already offering Norwegian courses? This could be your first stepping stone towards further studies in Norway.

Check the list below of institutions in 36 countries that currently offer Norwegian courses.
[click on each country for detailed contact information]