Norwegian language C1 – higher academic level
On the day of the test
You take the Norwegian test on a computer at the test centre. Remember to bring valid ID to the test.
You will receive information from your test centre (where you will take the test) after you have registered for the test. You must read this information. Remember to show up well in advance of taking the test.
When you arrive at the test centre, you must first register. You must present valid identification. Find a list of valid identification (ID) further down on this page.
You will be allocated a place
The employees at test centre decide where you can sit. You will be allocated a place with a computer, on which you will take the test.
Listening comprehension and written production
You will take the test in listening comprehension and written production on a computer. The test centre will provide a computer, you do not need to bring your own.
Reading comprehension and oral communication
The test in reading comprehension and oral communication has two parts. First, you will read texts and prepare for the speaking part.
The texts you read can be read on paper or on the computer.
Who is present during the test?
The test supervisor and others who work at the test site will be in the room during the test.
There may be several candidates (persons) taking the test at the same time.
For the speaking part, there will not be other candidates present.
For the speaking part, there will be an examiner who asks the questions.
Recording of the speaking part of the test
An audio recording will be made of the speaking part of the test in reading comprehension and oral communication. The audio recording will be assessed by a rater, who will assess your test and set a result.
Do you have questions about test day?
If you have practical questions about the day of the test, please contact your test centre.
Cheating is not allowed - this is not permitted during the test
You are not allowed to use any notes, internet pages, or electronic aids during the test. If you use or try to use these, it is considered cheating.
The following are some examples of cheating:
- Using false ID
- Using or bringing electronic devices, smart glasses, smart watches or mobile phones
- Using web pages or computer programs other than the test application (e.g. Word, Notepad)
- Using a dictionary or notes brought to the test centre
- Communicating with anyone other than test centre employees during the test
- Copying or memorizing answers or texts from others, and using them in your own answer (plagiarism)
- Pasting text into the Norwegian language writing test (this will automatically count as cheating)
Cheating and attempted cheating can have the following consequences:
- You will be told to leave the premises
- You will not get a test certificate
- You must wait one year to resit
- You will have to pay to retake the test
Cheating may be discovered during or after the test, or when it is being marked.
If you are caught cheating, you will be issued with a formal decision. You may appeal this decision. Read more about appealing.
Plagiarism or copying
The texts you write on the writing test must be your own work. Copying and plagiarism are considered cheating and are not allowed.
Plagiarism is using all or part of someone else's text, for example, from the internet, textbooks or from other students, and passing it off as one's own work.
This also applies if you have learned such texts by heart and use them in your test.
Bring valid identification (ID)
On the day of the test, you must show a valid form of identification.
Valid identification (ID):
- A valid passport
- A Norwegian driving licence – original and duplicate
- A Norwegian bank card bearing a photograph
- A national ID card issued by a country within the EEA
- A refugee travel document and immigrant’s passport
- A residence card
- An asylum seeker’s ID bearing a signature and place of birth