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Velkommen til Norge! Oh hey, Norway!
The official language of Norway, Norwegian, is a northern Germanic language, very closely related to Danish and Swedish. In fact, people from these countries generally have no problems understanding each other.
Besides its impressive mountain ranges and long, fjord-serrated coastline, Norway is also home to spectacular natural phenomena like its midnight sun, polar nights and Northern Lights. Just like its Scandinavian neighbours, for an average of two weeks each season, Norway experiences the midnight sun in summer and polar nights in winter.
So, it is of no surprise that the relationship Norwegians have with nature forms a vital part of their national identity. Most schools organise compulsory ski days and material produced about Norway often depicts its natural beauty rather than its cultural sights or celebrations.
Experience Norway first-hand during your student exchange program with WEP. Interested? Keep on reading below to find out how you can study in Norway!
Upcoming Exchanges
| Departure | Duration | Fee | Application Deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2019 | Year | $ 10,450 | 19 March 2019 |
| August 2019 | Semester | $ 9,350 | 19 March 2019 |
| August 2019 | Short Term | $ 7,750 | 19 March 2019 |
| November 2019 | Short Term | $ 7,350 | 16 July 2019 |
| January 2020 | Year | $ 10,450 | 17 September 2019 |
| January 2020 | Semester | $ 9,350 | 17 September 2019 |
| January 2020 | Short Term | $ 7,750 | 17 September 2019 |
The above program fees are valid until 31/12/2019.
Included Extras
For January and August programs, a two-night orientation in Copenhagen or Oslo.
Optional Extras
Two trips/activities offered per year (numbers permitting)
More Information
School
In Norway school typically starts at 8am. Most students walk or ride to school if they live close enough or alternatively they take the bus. Lunch is normally eaten at school, at around 11am.
School finishes between 2-3pm. Students are expected to do 1-2 hours of homework every night. Students are also expected to be focused and independent workers when it comes to assignments and projects.
Language
The most widely spoken language in Norway is Norwegian, with approximately 95% of the population using the language. As well as Norwegian, a large majority of the population of Norway (90%) can speak English.
How hard is it to learn Norwegian in Australia? MODERATE. 23-24 weeks OR 575-600 class hours are required to become proficient in Norwegian. Fast-track your language studies on exchange!
Climate/Time
The days are short in the winter and the sun may only rise for a few hours. In the summer the days are long and in some areas you can go for days with continuous light! Research your arrival season so that you have appropriate clothing and can be prepared for these adjustments.
Depending on daylight saving, Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane are between eight to nine hours ahead of Norway.
Specific Requirements
Applicants MUST be between 15-18, HOWEVER, if they are applying for August semester or year programs, they must turn 16 before the end of the calendar year. If applying for January semester or year programs, they must turn 17 before the end of the calendar year.
Local Time
Currency
1 AUD 6.04 NOK
Weather
Today
-7.1 -10.7 °C
Tomorrow
-1.7 -15.3 °C
Day After
0.8 -3.4 °C