Major & Minor
Undergraduate - BA
What do cross-country skiing, black metal music, fish, graphic novels, hydropower, oil, poetry, and sea kayaking have in common? You guessed it – Norway! These assorted topics just scratch the surface of 
the financial, political, and cultural capital of contemporary Norway, not to mention the vivid historical past of the Vikings detailed in mythology, sagas, and runes.
Students study Norwegian to gain an insider’s perspective on the diverse riches of this Northern European country. By learning the language, students build an understanding of the people, the culture, and the history of Norway, and an appreciation for how these factors contribute to make Norway a serious participant in our globalized world. What will adding a Norwegian major or minor do for your degree at UND?
Major in Norwegian
A major in Norwegian includes four introductory courses (NORW 101, 102, 201, and 202) and a minimum of 21 credit hours of upper division courses. Credits for the major can be selected from the following upper division courses: NORW 350, 403, 431, 432, 433, 434; 3 of the 21 credits must consist of the departmental capstone LANG 480. With departmental approval, NORW 494 and LANG 318 and 319 may also count toward the major.
Minor in Norwegian
A minor in Norwegian includes four introductory courses (NORW 101, 102, 201, and 202) and a minimum of 12 credit hours of upper division courses. Credits for the minor can be selected from the following upper division courses: NORW 350, 403, 431, 432, 433, and 434. With departmental approval, NORW 494 and LANG 318, 319, and 480 may also count toward the minor.