Norwegian writing course – write better for work and studies
Norwegian writing course · B1–B2 · live online or in central Oslo
You speak Norwegian and understand most things. But when you need to write a report, an e-mail to a customer or an assignment, it gets difficult. In this course you learn to write clear, well-structured texts in Norwegian – with guidance and written feedback from your teacher.
- Understand the task: Learn what “beskriv”, “forklar” and “drøft” mean – and answer what is actually asked.
- Write with structure: An introduction, good paragraphs and a conclusion that hang together.
- Write professionally: The right tone, professional vocabulary and clear reasoning.
Live online or in our classroom at Kongens gate 15, central Oslo
Does this sound familiar?
- You know your subject, but cannot get it down on paper in Norwegian.
- You read the assignment and are unsure what you are actually supposed to do.
- Your text becomes a list of sentences, not a text that hangs together.
- You use translation tools or AI, but do not know if the result is correct.
- You avoid writing e-mails and reports at work because you are afraid of mistakes.
You are not alone. Speaking Norwegian and writing well in Norwegian are two different skills. This course is about the second one.
What you will learn
Before and after: how your text improves
School assignment: “Explain why planning is important in a project.”
Planlegging er viktig. Hvis man ikke planlegger kan det bli problemer. Man må ha plan for tid og penger. Det er viktig i alle prosjekter.
Planlegging er viktig i et prosjekt fordi den gjør det lettere å nå målet innen tid og budsjett. Når prosjektgruppen lager en tidsplan, ser alle hvilke oppgaver som må gjøres først. Et budsjett viser hva prosjektet kan koste, slik at man unngår overraskelser. Uten planlegging øker risikoen for forsinkelser og høyere kostnader.
Work: e-mail to a customer about a delayed delivery
Hei. Varene kommer ikke i dag. Det er problem med transport. Vi sender kanskje neste uke. Sorry.
Hei! Dessverre blir leveransen deres forsinket på grunn av et problem hos transportøren vår. Vi regner med å sende varene tirsdag i neste uke, og vi gir beskjed så snart vi har en bekreftet dato. Vi beklager ulempen. Med vennlig hilsen …
Opinion and reasons: “Should more people work from home?”
Jeg synes hjemmekontor er bra. Det er bra fordi man sparer tid. Men noen liker ikke det. Det er bra og dårlig.
Jeg mener at hjemmekontor kan være en god løsning for mange. For det første sparer man tid på reise. For det andre kan det være lettere å konsentrere seg. På den andre siden kan man savne kontakt med kollegaer. Derfor tror jeg en kombinasjon av hjemmekontor og kontor er det beste.
How the course works
You learn by writing – not just by listening to explanations.
Course plan
| Session | Topic |
|---|---|
| 1 (2 lessons) | Start: what makes a good text? Mapping your own writing level |
| 2 | Understanding the task: describe, explain, account for, discuss |
| 3 | From idea to outline |
| 4 | Good paragraphs and a clear thread |
| 5 | Introduction and conclusion |
| 6 | Facts, opinion, argument and reflection |
| 7 | Justifying choices and discussing alternatives |
| 8 | Professional language and formal tone |
| 9 | Texts at work: e-mail, report and documentation |
| 10 | Sources and basic academic conventions |
| 11 | Final project: plan, write and improve a full text |
In total 32 teaching lessons of 45 minutes (24 clock hours): one 2-lesson start and ten 3-lesson sessions.
Is this course for you?
The course is for you if you
- have Norwegian at about B1 level or higher and want to write more confidently at B1/B2 level
- are studying, at a vocational college, or applying for studies in Norwegian
- write e-mails, reports or documentation at work
- want to write more independently, without relying on translation tools
Choose another course if you
- are at A1–A2: Norwegian for beginners →
- need to practise for the whole Norskprøven: Norskprøven – all skills →
- mainly want to speak more: Conversation courses →
Dates, prices and booking
Choose a group and click “Book”. You complete your booking online.
Why Alfaskolen?
Alfaskolen has taught adults Norwegian in central Oslo since 2006. We are approved by HK-dir as a provider of Norwegian language training, and more than 13,000 students have learned Norwegian with us. On Google we have ★ 4.5 out of 5 (260 reviews).
Questions and answers
What level do I need?
You should have Norwegian at about B1 level. You need to be able to read an ordinary text and write simple paragraphs. Not sure? Take the free level test.
Can I join if I have B1?
Yes. The course is made for people with B1 who want to write more confidently at B1/B2 level.
Is the course useful for Norskprøven B1–B2?
The course gives you writing skills that also help in the written test, such as structure, paragraphs and reasoning. It is not a Norskprøven preparation course, though. To practise the actual test tasks, choose Norskprøven – all skills.
Is this an academic Norwegian course?
Partly. We work with assignment writing, professional language and basic use of sources, which you need at vocational college and in higher education. We also work with texts from working life.
Can I join online from anywhere in Norway?
Yes. The online course is held live with a teacher, and you can join from anywhere in Norway.
Will I write during the lessons?
Yes. You write in every session, and the teacher helps you along the way.
Will I get feedback on my texts?
Yes. Your teacher gives you written feedback on texts you write in the course.
Is the course relevant if I already work in Norway?
Yes. Many people who work in Norway speak well but need more confident written Norwegian for e-mails, reports and documentation.
What is the difference between this course and a regular B1 or B2 course?
A regular course trains all skills. This course is only about writing: understanding tasks, planning, structuring and improving texts.
How many hours is the course?
32 teaching lessons of 45 minutes, 24 clock hours in total, spread over 11 sessions.
Can my employer pay?
Yes. Contact us and we will send a quote and invoice to the company.
Ready to write Norwegian with more confidence?
Choose a group and book – live online or in central Oslo.
