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Norwegian Language and Culture

  • Fana folkehøgskule - Bergen – Hjellestad
  • Telephone: 55 52 63 60
  • E-mail: fana@fanafolk.no
  • Course length: All year
  • Start-up date: 23.08.2026
  • Course teaching amount: 14 hours/week
  • Price: from NOK 138 000,-
  • Foundation:
    Liberal
    The liberal folk high schools are built on values that are not based on one particular belief. They encourage students with different interests and beliefs to apply.
  • Food: Vegetarian, vegan
    Most schools will accommodate food allergies and other dietary needs. If you have questions, please contact the school directly.
  • Environmental certification:
    Debio • Fairtrade
  • Location: Bergen
  • Study tour for the course: Experience the Mountains and Fjords, Field trips in and around Bergen, Norwegian winter adventure
  • Study tour for the school: Teambuilding and startup trip
Send applicationFana folkehøgskule - Bergen

    At Fana Folkehøgskule, you won’t just learn Norwegian—you’ll live it.

    Ready for an unforgettable adventure? Welcome to Bergen – the city where nature, culture, and student life meet! Surrounded by fjords and mountains, it’s the perfect place to begin your journey into Norwegian language and culture.

    Learn the language, make friends, and experience Norway

    At Fana Folk High School, it’s not just about learning Norwegian – it’s about living it. You’ll join an open community where you learn the language, make lifelong friends, and experience Norway up close. Maybe you want to explore the culture, improve your language skills, or take the first step toward living here?

    Enjoy Norway’s nature

    Nature is our playground! We hike on some of Bergen’s seven mountains, swin in the fjord, light campfires, and go fishing. In winter, you can try skiing or maybe see the northern lights. Together we enjoy the best of Norwegian nature through simple outdoor life and shared adventures.

    Experience Norwegian culture

    Norway is full of culture, music, theatre, festivals, and art – and in Bergen, you’ll find it all. We visit museums and cultural sites that tell the story of the country and its people. On our trip to the Sognefjord, we dive deeper into Norwegian heritage – surrounded by high mountains and deep fjords.

    Learn Norwegian

    You’ll get about 200 hours of language lessons in grammar, vocabulary, and everyday conversation. In a safe and friendly environment, you’ll practice speaking and gain the confidence to use Norwegian in real life.

    Experience the Mountains and Fjords

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Experience the Best of Western Norway’s Nature

    Students travel throughout Western Norway, exploring some of the most stunning destinations around Bergen.

    Western Norway offers some of the most dramatic and spectacular natural experiences the country has to offer. We embark on journeys through this region to take in breathtaking fjord landscapes, amazing mountain hikes, dramatic waterfalls, and majestic glaciers.

    Norway is perfect for outdoor adventures. Here, the journey itself is the goal. We hike to be present in the moment, to experience nature — the sights, the smells, the details. This is the essence of Norwegian outdoor life.

    Field trips in and around Bergen

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    We take full advantage of everything the city and the area around Bergen have to offer.

    We plan an active learning experience that draws on Norwegian nature and culture to the fullest.

    Some highlights:

    • Voss – perhaps Norway’s best outdoor destination
    • Camping and hiking in the Bergen area
    • Exploring the fjords and coastal landscapes, both on land and water
    • Ulriken and the other seven mountains surrounding Bergen

    We visit places such as:

    • Edvard Grieg's home, Troldhaugen and Siljustølen
    • The museums in Bergen
    • City walking tours
    • Bergen’s music and arts scene
    • Theater performances and concerts

    Norwegian winter adventure

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    The best of Norwegian Culture and Nature

    From Bergen we travel east to visit Oslo, the capital of Norway, and on the way back we stop in Finse, the best place to experience the Norwegian winter.

    We go by train, over the winter mountain, to Oslo. In Oslo we will visit the famous Munch Museum and The National Museum. These museums offer world class exhibitions, and an outstanding programme of events and activities. There will also be an opportunity to visit The Norwegian Opera and Ballet, and see some of the other most visited attractions in Oslo.

    After a few days i Oslo we travel Finse.

    Finse - Winter Paradise

    Finse is a true winter paradise known for its rugged beauty and thrilling Arctic adventures.

    Here are some highlights of winter activities you can enjoy in Finse:

    • Finse is a dream destination for cross-country skiing enthusiasts. With its vast network of groomed trails, you can glide across the Hardangervidda plateau, taking in the breathtaking winter scenery of Norway's largest mountain plateau
    • Experience the thrill of snowkiting on the open expanses of Hardangervidda. Finse's consistent winds and wide, snowy terrain make it one of the best places in the world for this exciting sport
    • With its remote location and minimal light pollution, Finse offers a great chance to witness the Northern Lights. Bundle up, head out under the starry sky, and marvel at this natural phenomenon
    • For those who enjoy a slower pace, winter hiking in Finse is both peaceful and rewarding

    Mandatory: Yes

    Price: Included in course price

    Duration: 2 dager

    We're going to Voss to experience the nature of the west coast and get to know each other better.

    During the start of the school year, the entire school travels to Voss.

    We stay at the Voss hostel and spend our days doing various activities to get to know each other better.

    Some of the activities include:

    • Sightseeing
    • Volleyball Games and competitions
    • Quiz
    • Hiking

    At Fana, there is room for you to be social, explore new interests, and have fun. In a safe environment, you can be yourself, build friendships, and develop your social skills.

    This is a year where you invest in both your academic and personal growth.

    Get to know Bergen

    As a student at Fana Folk High School, you'll experience all that Bergen has to offer. In the city, you can enjoy theater, concerts, and exhibitions. Bergen also hosts a variety of festivals. During the school year, there are international film festivals, theater festivals, and several music festivals in the city.

    When you have some free time, you can explore the city on your own—hike up Fløyen, grab a coffee at one of the cozy cafés, or simply enjoy life in our vibrant city.

    Creative courses and exciting electives

    We offer a wide range of courses that create a diverse and creative environment at the school.

    In addition to your main courses, you can choose from many electives, giving you the chance to try something new and develop new skills.

    Educational and inspiring trips

    We go on trips throughout the year, both within Norway and abroad. At Fana, we have school-wide trips and class-specific trips where you travel with your course group.

    These study trips give you deeper academic insights and the chance to experience other cultures and environments.

    Get to know norwegian language and culture

    During your stay in Bergen, you'll make friends, learn some Norwegian, and explore Norwegian culture and society. We have many international students - some come to learn Norwegian, while others choose another subject. 

    Our language courses are designed for both beginners and those with some prior knowledge of Norwegian.

    Information about language

    Most of our teaching is in Norwegian, but we offer some translation to English. 

    Check the course descriptions, or send us an e-mail, for more information about the langugage requirements for each course. We'll be happy to answer any questions you have.

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