Kongens gate 15 - 153 Oslo - see on mapLocation: Alfaskolen is a Norwegian school located in the capital city of Norway, Oslo, a unique city surrounded by woodland, forests and hills. Alfaskolen is situated in the city centre, a short distance from several shops, cinemas, eateries, supermarkets and more. The school is within walking distance of the Oslo Opera House, the Akershus Fortress, the Nobel Peace Center and the Astrup Fearnley Museum of Modern Art.
Getting around: The Oslo Central Station is within 800m of the school's front doors, ensuring travel to and from the city can be made with ease. Oslo Airport is just 30 minutes from the school via public transport. Within 1000m of the school, students also have bike rental services.
Course selection: Alfaskolen teaches Norwegian to students of all levels over various schedules and intensities. Individual, Grammar and Exam Preparation programmes are also available.
- The language school Alfaskolen was founded in Oslo, Norway in 2006.
- Tax registration ID: 999166318
Norwegian Courses
Learn Norwegian purely in Norwegian, fast and efficiently. You will focus on understanding, speaking and even thinking in Norwegian from day one.
You will gain a working knowledge of Norwegian grammar and continue to focus on pronunciation and active use of Norwegian.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Do you want to use the summer holiday period to study the Norwegian language and learn to communicate more efficiently? The summer courses in Oslo help you to improve your current level of Norwegian. They are also great for you to stay in touch with the Norwegian language between courses.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Do you want to use the summer holiday period to study the Norwegian language and learn to communicate more efficiently? The summer courses in Oslo help you to improve your current level of Norwegian. They are also great for you to stay in touch with the Norwegian language between courses.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Learn Norwegian purely in Norwegian, fast and efficiently. You will focus on understanding, speaking and even thinking in Norwegian from day one.
You will gain a working knowledge of Norwegian grammar and continue to focus on pronunciation and active use of Norwegian.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Would you like to gain more confidence in speaking Norwegian and work on your pronunciation of Norwegian? Do you find it difficult to express yourself during meetings and lack the vocabulary to discuss more complex subjects? Do you need someone to correct and improve your Norwegian grammar or are you planning to take "muntlig norskprøve" (the official Norwegian oral exam)?
The school has it all covered with the conversation courses! The sessions are structured, interactive and you will receive useful guidance from our experienced and qualified teachers. You will work on pronunciation, vocabulary, and idioms in order to develop your conversational abilities.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Grammar courses are suitable for everyone who wants a more thorough understanding of Norwegian grammar. These courses consist of both theory and practical lessons and will improve your spoken and written Norwegian. During the courses you will cover various grammatical topics that can be challenging.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Practise your Norwegian skills on the virtual courses, such as Norwegian grammar or Norwegian conversation course. The exclusive training sessions with highly-qualified Norwegian teachers are conducted live in virtual classrooms.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
Taking individual lessons is one of the most intensive and effective methods of learning a foreign language. The instruction is designed according to your needs, wishes and interests and you have the teacher's full attention.
Individual lessons are adapted to your requirements, interests, and previous experience with Norwegian. They can substitute a group course, or they can serve a more specific purpose, like helping you to get ready for an exam, brushing up on your pronunciation, working on your writing skills, making you more confident in small talk and so on.
The course schedule is flexible in order to meet your needs.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
The classroom-based exam preparation courses will prepare you optimally for the various tasks of the exam at your particular level. You will learn strategies to solve the exam tasks and your teacher will guide you on which areas to focus on to pass the exam. In addition to your classroom sessions, you are also expected to complete a minimum of 12 lesson hours of online self-study. You will practice the exam tasks using a program developed especially to help you prepare for the Norwegian language proficiency test. Your homework tasks will relate mostly to writing and reading skills.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
The classroom-based exam preparation courses will prepare you optimally for the various tasks of the exam at your particular level. You will learn strategies to solve the exam tasks and your teacher will guide you on which areas to focus on to pass the exam. In addition to your classroom sessions, you are also expected to complete a minimum of 12 lesson hours of online self-study. You will practice the exam tasks using a program developed especially to help you prepare for the Norwegian language proficiency test. Your homework tasks will relate mostly to writing and reading skills.
Special note for 2023 holiday season: If you plan to take a course during the high season months of April, June, July or August 2023 we urgently advise you to book as early as possible. In 2022 many schools were fully booked during the holidays, and the situation is unlikely to be different for 2023 due to a current shortage of teachers, which affects most schools.
01 Jan. 2023, 04 Jun. 2023, 04 Jul. 2023, 04 Sep. 2023, 04 Oct. 2023, 05 Jan. 2023.
Lessons needed per Norwegian language level
| Level (CEFR) | Level descriptions | LESSONS needed per level | WEEKS needed (20 lessons per week) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A1 | Beginner | No knowledge, or an understanding of only a very few basic words/phrases. | A1 to A2 | 80 | 4 |
| A2 | Elementary | Can understand and speak about simple topics: i.e. family, shopping, hobbies. | A2 to B1 | 160 | 8 |
| B1 | Intermediate | Can speak about future and past events, give reasons and explanations for a situation. | B1 to B2 | 180 | 9 |
| B2 | Higher Intermediate | Can speak about abstract topics, produce clear detailed text on many subjects. | B2 to C1 | 200 | 10 |
| C1 | Advanced | Can use language flexibly and effectively. | C1 to C2 | 220 | 11 |
| C2 | Profiency | Can express himself/herself spontaneously, very fluently and precisely. | |||
Alfaskolen
General school facilities
Snack vending machine
Drink vending machine
Computer lab
Free after-class access to language learning software
Student support desk
Copy machine
Free WIFI
Classroom equipment
Electronic whiteboard in all classrooms
Heating in all classrooms
Ample natural light in all classrooms
Number of classrooms: 15
Student Age
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FAQ about Alfaskolen , Oslo
- What is the number of students per class at Alfaskolen ?Depending on the chosen course, the maximum number of students at Alfaskolen varies from 1 students (Individual Course) to 10 students (General Course)
- What is the qualification of the teachers at Alfaskolen ?100% of teachers at Alfaskolen hold a university degree. 80% hold a recognized language teaching certificate.
- Alfaskolen offers courses for which ages?Alfaskolen offers courses from 0 years to 99. Average age is 30 during the summer and 35 for the rest of the year.
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