You have sufficient knowledge of Norwegian society

You may be exempt from the social studies test if you can document one of the following:

  • You have received a final or exam grade of 2 or higher in social studies in primary/lower secondary school.
  • You have a mid-term, final or exam grade of 2 or higher in social studies in upper secondary school.
  • You have a certificate of competence in social studies from preparatory education for adults (FOV), primary/lower secondary or upper secondary school.
  • You have completed and passed social studies that provide knowledge about Norway at university level (minimum 10 ECTS credits).
  • You have completed studies in Norwegian or Sámi at university level in Norway. You must document that you have earned credits from studies in Norwegian or Sámi.