Social studies test
On the day of the test
You take the social studies test on a computer at the test centre. Remember to bring identification 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 in good time before you take the test.
When you arrive at the test centre, you must first register. You must show valid identification. Read more about what is valid identification (ID) further down this page.
You will be allocated a place
You must take the test on a computer (PC). You cannot take the test on your own computer.
It is the test supervisor (those who work at the test centre) who decides where you can sit. You will be allocated a place with a computer, on which you will take the test.
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.
Do you have questions about the test day?
If you have practical questions about the test day, 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.
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