INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

Survival Guide 2015/16

TABLE OF CONTENTS
WELCOME TO BI

BI at a glance

PRACTICALITIES13

Entry visa/study permit

Checklist pre-departure
Bank transfer to BI
Health and travel insurance

Business hours
Groceries
Things for your room
Electricity
Post packages to Norway
Public holidays
Norwegian law

HOUSING6

STUDENT LIFE

PRE-DEPARTURE PREPARATIONS 45

GETTING THERE AND AROUND

ON ARRIVAL REGISTRATIONS

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Checklist on arrival
Student card
Registration scheme EU/EEA
Non-EU citizens
National Registry
General Practitioner
Tuberculosis test
Work permit and tax deduction card
Open a bank account
Mobile phone

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BI student union SBIO

Buddy system
Students sports
International Students Association InSA
Graduate Students Society GSS
Bachelor of Business Administration BBA
Chateau Neuf

Workload
Course descriptions
Coursework requirements
Continuous assessment
Course registration
Academic calendar
Examinations
Student portal @BI
Tuition fees
Norwegian language course

Student Service Centre

IT services
Library
Bookshop
Food and drink
Kroa
ATM
BI Career Services
Student gym Nydalen Athletica
Student health services
Calculator
Grading scale

Student Partner
Guidance and counselling
University Chaplain
Binner International dinner
Room of faith and reflection
Special needs

GET INVOLVED

ACADEMICS1011

ON-CAMPUS FACILITIES

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12

DISCOVER OSLO

16

EXPLORE NORWAY

17

NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE

18

CULTURAL ADVICE

19

Addressing people
Being late
Social convention
Common courtesy
Service charge
Climate and clothing

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

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WELCOME TO BI
Congratulations on your decision to study at BI Norwegian Business School!
Whether you are coming to Oslo for one semester or several years, we sincerely hope you will enjoy your stay.
We will be here to support you along the way, but we leave it to you to make the most of it. Besides your studies, we encourage you to be active - participate in student associations, get to know Oslo and
explore the rest of Norway as well.
In this Survival Guide you will find practical information about studying at BI, as well as advice and guidelines
for living in Norway.
- The International Office, the Bachelor Department and the MSc Department

BI AT A GLANCE

From a single-man-initiative in a private kitchen, BI Norwegian Business

School has developed into an internationally recognized and accredited
research-oriented institution. Today, BI hosts one of Europes most productive academic environments in the areas of business economics and
administration, marketing and management.

Bachelor of Business Administration

(major in International Business; Shipping Management;
or Finance)

The three international accreditations EQUIS, AMBA and AACSB make

give BI the highly prestigious Triple Crown status, as one of only 70
business schools world wide.

Master of Science in Business (major in Economics; Finance;

Marketing; Leadership and Change; Strategy; Logistics,
Operations and Supply Chain Management; Business Law,
Tax and Accounting; or International Business)

OUR STUDY PROGRAMMES IN ENGLISH:

Four study locations across Norway and close to 20 000 students make
BI one of the largest higher education institutions in the
country. All international programmes are situated in Oslo.

Master of Science in Finance

With a wide range of high-quality study programmes taught in

English, BI attracts international students from across the world. At
Oslo campus, some 9 000 Norwegian and international students enjoy
our state-of-the-art learning and teaching facilities, engaging faculty
and close relations to the Norwegian business sector.

Master of Science in Leadership and Organisational Psychology

Master of Science in Strategic Marketing Management

Read more about BI at bi.edu/about-BI

ENTRY VISA AND STUDY PERMIT

A permit is required for all students* who intend to stay in Norway for more than three months. Different rules
and procedures apply (see below). Consult your Admission Letter/Study Contract for detailed information.
*except for citizens of Denmark, Finland, Sweden and Iceland.

EU/EEA AND SWISS CITIZENS

PRE-DEPARTURE CHECKLIST

Citizens of EU/EEA countries and Switzerland can enter Norway

on the basis of their Passport or EU Identity Card. They do not need to
apply for permit in advance, but must register online when they arrive
in Norway. See p. 8 for further information about the EU Registration
Scheme.

I have
q checked that my personal information is correct in the
Admission Letter (as written in my passport)
q signed and returned my Study Contract (degree seeking
students)
q deposited money into the BI bank account (non-EU/EEA
degree seeking students) (p.5)
q applied for a study permit (if applicable) (this page)
q submitted the Pre-Application for Housing (if applicable) (p.6)
q signed and returned the housing contract to BSN/SiO
q registered for courses (exchange students) (p. 10)
q booked a flight to Oslo!
q valid health and travel insurance (p. 5)
q signed up for the Arrival Service at Oslo Central Station
q notified BI of my late arrival (if applicable)
q started practicing my Norwegian (p. 18)

NON-EU/EEA CITIZENS

Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA area must apply for a study
permit (and entry visa is applicable) for Norway in advance. It is your
responsibility to obtain the correct study permit (and entry visa). Case
processing time is up to three months, so you are advised to apply as
soon as possible after receiving your Admission Letter/Study Contract
from BI.
Visit udi.no to learn about the application process. Please note that the
procedures differ according to your
country of citizenship as well as your current country of residence. Use
the Application Guide to find out how to apply for the correct permit.
When you arrive in Norway you must report to the Police. Read more
about the procedures on p. 8 (On Arrival Registrations)
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BANK TRANSFER TO BI
Mandatory
Degree seeking students from non-EU/EEA countries must deposit a
given amount into the BI bank account for immigration purposes. Consult your Study Contract for further information.

Remember to mark the payment with your full name and BI study programme (MSc, BBA, Double Degree or Exchange).
The SWIFT code and IBAN code can be used for electronic payments.
Contact your local bank for details. Your bank must confirm that the
funds are personal, including your name on the transfer documents,
and are to cover expenses related to your study period at BI Norwegian
Business School.

Voluntary
The possibility to transfer money to the BI bank account is avail-able
to other international students as well. Please contact the International
Office for further information on this opportunity.

The money will be available for you upon arrival in Norway. It can be
withdrawn by contacting your programme administration in C3, or
transferred to a Norwegian bank account.

Bank transfer details:

BI Norwegian Business School
Nydalsveien 37, 0442 Oslo, Norway.
Account number 8200.01.39838
Swift-/BIC code: DNBANOKKXXX
IBAN number: NO1182000139838
Address: DNB Bank ASA, 0021 Oslo, Norway

How to open a bank account in Norway? See p. 9

HEALTH- AND TRAVEL INSURANCE

Students are responsible for having valid health- and travel insurance
during their stay in Norway. Some students may become members of
the Norwegian National Insurance Scheme upon arrival. All students
must have valid travel insurance for the duration of their stay.

In Norway for more than 12 months

If you are staying in Norway for more than one year you will automatically become member of the Norwegian National Insurance Scheme,
when you register your move to Norway (p. 9)

EU/EEA AND SWISS CITIZENS

The membership entitles you to medically necessary, state-provided

healthcare under the same conditions and at the same cost as
Norwegian citizens.

You must have valid health insurance for the total duration of your stay
in Norway (European Health Insurance Card or equivalent). You are
advised to have valid travel insurance from your home country covering
the same period.

Please note that you are only covered in Norway not while travelling
to and from Norway, or on travels abroad. Dental care and medicines
or treatment of illnesses contracted before arrival in Norway are not
covered.

The European Health Insurance Card entitles you to medically necessary, state-provided healthcare under the same conditions and at the
same cost as Norwegian citizens. You are not entitled to reimbursement
of medical fees. Please note that you are only covered in
Norway not while travelling to or from Norway, nor on travels abroad
during your stay. Dental care and medicines or treatment of illnesses
contracted before arrival in Norway are not covered.

In Norway for less than 12 months

If you are staying in Norway for less than three months you must
obtain medical insurance from your home country for the total
duration of your stay.
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BSN Nydalen

HOUSING
BI Norwegian Business School assists exchange students and first year
international degree seeking students with finding student accommodation. To benefit from BIs assistance, you must fill in a pre-application
for housing at bi.edu/housing. Please read all the information carefully
before submitting the pre-application form.

Questions regarding housing can be directed to BIs housing

office: housing@bi.no. You can also find useful information
on bi.edu/housing.

HOW IS MY ROOM EQUIPPED?

You will have to bring your own duvet, pillow, bed sheets and towels.
In addition, you will have to buy pots, pans and cutlery. Sometimes
there are leftover kitchen utilities etc. from previous students in your
room. See p. 13 for information on where to purchase necessary items
for your room.

Student accommodation is usually the cheapest housing option in Oslo.

It is also a good way to meet other students. Dormitories are spread out
across the city some are situated close to campus; others are closer to
the city centre, or offer direct access to the nature areas surrounding
Oslo. Prices and facilities vary (see table below).

PRIVATE ACCOMMODATION

BI cooperates with two student housing providers:

Private accommodation is usually more expensive than student dormitories, and can be difficult to find. The price for renting a one-bedroom
apartment in Oslo is minimum NOK 7 000-10 000. Many students
choose to share a flat with other students (usually 2-4 people). Expect
to pay NOK 5 0007 000 per month for a decent room.

BSN Nydalen
BSN Nydalen is located only a few minutes walk from campus, and offers housing primarily for BI students. On-site facilities include a squash
court, a roof terrace, broadband Internet and cable-TV connection.

You can search for private accommodation online:

hybel.no (information in English available)
finn.no/eiendom (information in Norwegian only)

SiO The Foundation for Student Life in Oslo and Akershus

SiO provides affordable student housing for students in Oslo. SiO has
more than 7 500 rooms and apartments at different rates and locations
across Oslo.

WHERE IS BI LOCATED?

SIO VS BSN
Website
Location
Rent
Deposit
Electricity

Furniture
Kitchenware
Bed linen,
pillows & blankets
Rooms

Internet

SiO
sio.no/housing
315 minutes by public
transport from campus
NOK 2 500 7 500
per month
NOK 3 000 5 000
Fixed or as consumed

BSN
bsn.no/en
A 7 minute walk
from campus
NOK 4.700

Bed, closets,
chair and desk
Not provided
Not provided

Bed, closets, bookshelf,

chair and desk
Not provided
Not provided

Private bedrooms.
Private or shared
bathroom and kitchen

Apartment with two

private bedrooms.
Two people share kitchen
and bathroom

Yes. Bring a cable

Yes. Bring a cable

NOK 4.700
As consumed + fixed
amount for hot water
(NOK 120 per month)

Oslo can be reached by car, ferry, train, bus or plane.

The main international airport is Oslo Airport Gardermoen (OSL). All trains (including the Airport Express
Train) arrive at Oslo Central Station (Oslo S), while
buses arrive at Oslo Bus Terminal. Ferries arrive from
Germany, Sweden and Denmark close to the city centre.

T-bane Metro

T-bane Metro

Kun mandagfredag 0719

MondayFriday 0719 only
Gullersen: Stopp bare i pilretningen
Gullersen: Stop in direction of arrow only

Frognerseteren
1

Forbindelser Connections

Bussterminal, region- eller fjernbusser

Bus terminal, regional or long distance services

Voksenkollen
Lillevann

Sognsvann
6

Voksenlia
Holmenkollen
Besserud

Lijordet

sjordet
Bjrnsletta
13

Jar
Ringstabekk

142 143
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Kolss 2014
Under reconstruction,
Kolss 2014

Kolss

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Tyen

Bekkestua
Gjnnes

Stortinget
20
Grnland

2
Gjnnes

Tveita
69 76

23

Hyenhall

Godlia

Manglerud

Skyensen

Ryen

Oppsal

Brattlikollen

Ulsrud

Karlsrud

Bler

Munch-museet

11
12
19
20
Nationaltheatret 13
19
31
54
30
32

21
37

Haugerud

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Ullernsen

sters

Furuset
Trosterud

17 20 21 31
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23
Montebello

401 65

Lindeberg
Carl Berners plass

Majorstuen

32
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23
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Vinderen

Sinsen

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Storo

11 12 13
23 56
Ullevl stadion
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Gaustad

Veitvet
Linderud
Vollebekk

Br

Nydalen

Ris

5
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Ringen
6
4

Tsen
Berg

Slemdal

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34 23

Grkammen

23

11 31 Jernbanetorget (Oslo S)
12 37
13 54
17 34
18
Sentrum 19
City centre
Bergkrystallen
11
17
18

Lambertseter

Bogerud

Munkelia

Skullerud

4
Bergkrystallen

71

Mortensrud

3
Mortensrud

Metro (T-bane): Metro is the easiest way to reach BI from the city
centre. Lines 3 Storo and 4 Ringen take you to Nydalen in approx. 12
minutes. Cross the street, and you will find yourself in front of the main
entrance of BI.

A single ticket within Oslo is valid for one hour and costs NOK 30
(NOK 50 if purchased on board). A 24 hour ticket is NOK 90. Prices are
subject to change. Remember to validate your ticket at the beginning
of the journey!

Carl Berners plass

T17 20 21 31

Lrenskog
Stovner

STUDENT TICKET

Ammerud
Kalbakken

He

Gullersen

Romss

Rdtvet

sthorn

En

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

Rommen

Grorud

Holstein

Vettakollen

Tickets are best bought in advance to avoid an additional fee. Tickets

are available from ticket machines, convenience stores and kiosks such
as Narvesen, 7-Eleven and Deli de Luca, service points at various stations and the bus terminal, or from the customer service centre outside
the Central Station. Look for the Ruter logo to find the nearest point of
sale. You can also purchase tickets with your smart phone with the app
RuterBillett.

30 301 Andre utvalgte busslinjer

Other selected bus lines

Kringsj

Skdalen

TICKETS AND RATES

Stovner
361
63
62
31

20 Hyfrekvent bybusslinje
High frequency city bus line

Sognsvann

Midtstuen

See ruter.no/en to plan your journey.

Vestli

12 Trikkelinje
Tram line

Skogen

Public transport is the most convenient way to travel within Oslo. The
extensive but easily maneuvered transport system includes trains,
buses, ferries, trams (trikk) and metro (T-bane). With a valid ticket, you
can switch between the means of transport as you please within a given
period of time. The whole metro network is located within zone 1.

Vestli
5

Tog
Railway

Frognerseteren

Utgave 2012-12 Truls Lange Civitas 201012

GETTING THERE AND AROUND

Kolss

A monthly student travel pass costs NOK 410, and is available for 30
days from the first validation. The ticket is only valid when used
together with your valid student ID card (see p. 8 for information
about the student ID card). The age limit is 30. Students below 20 can
purchase a monthly youth ticket for NOK 340.

T1
T2
T9
2A

11 31
12 37
13 54
17 ++
18
19

11
12
19
20 +

Bus: Bus number 37 stops

right outside BIs main entrance. Bus
M4 M6
M6Eastern entrance (stop: Gullhaugveien).
M6in front M4
number 30M4
stops
of the
M4runM6
Both busses
to and from the city centre (Jernbanetorget/Central
Station).
Tram: Lines 11, 12 and 13 take you to Storo, a five minute walk from BI.

BIKING

In spring, summer and autumn bicycle is a good option to get

around Oslo. Bicycles can be bought in all major sportswear stores and
specialised bicycle stores. You can also check www.finn.no for used
bikes. Make sure to always lock your bike carefully as theft is
common.

TICKET CONTROLS AND FEES

Please be aware that there are periodic controls on all public transportation. If you are caught without a valid ticked the fine is NOK 950 if you
pay on the spot or NOK 1.150 if you need an invoice to be sent to you.

For a minor seasonal fee (NOK 100-150), the blue Oslo City Bikes
(bysykkel) are available to you at more than 60 different locations in
and around the city centre. You can use any bike for up to three hours
between 06:00-24:00 every day. Pick it up at one location and return it
at another as you please.

HOW TO GET TO BI

BI campus is situated in Nydalen, North of the city centre, and easily

reached by metro, bus and tram. The address is Nydalsveien 37, 0484
Oslo.
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ON ARRIVAL REGISTRATIONS
Please submit the following documents within the given deadline:
Copy of valid EU identity card or passport (both sides)
European Health Insurance Card (both sides) or private health
insurance documentation that is valid for the whole duration of your
stay in Norway
hand written personal declaration stating that you have sufficient
funds/financial means to support yourself during your stay in
Norway

ON ARRIVAL CHECKLIST
q Register with the immigration authorities (p. 4 and this page)
q Staying for more than six months?
- Register your move to Norway from abroad and obtain a
Norwegian identity number (fdselsnummer) (p. 9)
- Choose a General Practitioner (p. 9)

You will be notified when your Registration Certificate can be picked up

from the BI student reception area in C3.

- Open a bank account (p. 9)

q Have your picture taken for your student ID card (this page)
q Update your address and mobile phone number on @BI

Late arrivers: If you did not submit your documents to the study
administration within the deadline, you must go to the Service Centre
for Foreign Workers in person (address below). You must book an
appointment in advance by choosing the Service Centre for Foreign
Workers in Oslo at the end of your online registration. Bring your BI
Admission Letter in addition to the documents listed above to
your appointment.

(p. 11)
q Attend the welcome and information meetings
q Check your schedule on @BI (p.11)
q Log on to @BI to access your interactive classrooms on
Its Learning (p. 11)
q Take the mandatory Tuberculosis test (citizens of certain

NON-EU/EEA CITIZENS

countries only. See p.9)

You must report to the Police in person when you arrive in Norway.
To do so you need to book an appointment. The Oslo Police will be
present at BI on a given day in the Introduction Week to help you with
the booking. At your appointment they will take your picture and finger
prints for your Residence Card, which will be sent to BI, where you can
pick it up.

STUDENT ID CARD

Your personal BI student ID card is used as proof of identity at exams

and with the BI administration. It also makes you eligible for student
discounts on public transport. You can use it to borrow books in the
library on campus, to pay for snacks from the vending machines, for
printing and copying.

If you arrive late, you need to book an appointment yourself. If you

applied for a study permit online, you can book an appointment by logging into your application again. If you did not apply for a study permit
online, you must call the Police to make an appointment (see contact
information below).

The card is only valid with the correct semester tag. Please note that
the student ID card is not valid as proof of identity outside of BI.
Have your picture taken for your student ID card in the Student
Service Centre in U1 on your first day at BI.

SKATT ST

Service center for foreign workers, tax office, national registry.

Address: Skatt st, Schweigaardsgate 17, desks no. 22 25
Opening hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 14:30

EU/EEA CITIZENS: REGISTRATION SCHEME

Citizens of EU/EEA countries and Switzerland must register online at

https://selfservice.udi.no when they arrive in Norway, and present
their papers to the Service Centre for Foreign Workers, Oslo.

OSLO POLICE, DEPARTMENT OF IMMIGRATION

Utlendingsavsnittet.
Address: Schweigaardsgate 15 B
Phone: +47 22 34 21 00 (open Mon-Thurs 09:00-13:00 local time)

You can submit your documents to the BI study administration within

a given date at the beginning of the semester. Information about this
will be provided at the beginning of the semester. We will send the
documents to the authorities so you do not have to go to the Service
Centre in person.
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NATIONAL REGISTRY ALL STUDENTS IN NORWAY FOR MORE THAN 6 MONTHS

If you get a job, your employer will expect you to have a Norwegian
bank account, into which they can transfer your salary. It is customary
to give your bank account number to your employer upon employment.

All students staying in Norway for more than 6 months must register
with the National Registry (Folkeregisteret) once their Residence Card
(non-EU/EEA) or Registration Certificate (EU/EEA) has been issued:
Fill out the form Notification of move to Norway from abroad (Available online or from the BI Student Reception area in C3)
Go to Skatt st (address below), and submit the following:
- the form Notification of move to Norway from abroad
- BI Admission Letter
- Residence Card (non-EU/EEA) or Registration Certificate (EU/EEA)
- Housing contract

OPEN A BANK ACCOUNT

In Norway for more than one semester? Students staying in

Norway for more than one semester may choose to open a
Norwegian bank account. This is an inexpensive solution compared to
using your foreign VISA or credit card for a longer period of time.
To open a bank account, you must wait until you have your
Residence Card or Registration Confirmation and your Norwegian
Identity Number (fdselsnummer). Bring these documents as well as
your passport to any bank. Note that some banks are unwilling to take
on foreign students as customers. Nordea and Sparebank1 are usually
helpful.

You do not need to book an appointment in advance for this.

After registering, you will receive a letter by post, stating your Norwegian identity number (fdselsnummer). You need this number to open
a bank account, or apply for a tax deduction card if you get a part time
job (see p.9).

In Norway for one semester only? You may open a bank account if
you are staying in Norway for less than six months as well. However,
the procedure is time-consuming, and it may be easier to use your card
from home. Before leaving for Norway, make sure you check the conditions for using your card abroad.

GENERAL PRACTITIONER

Only applicable to students staying more than six months. After registering with the National Registry you will also receive a letter from
HELFO (in Norwegian), requesting you to choose a General Practitioner (doctor, GP, fastlege). If you choose the Student Health Services in
Oslo (SiO) as your GP, you may be eligible for a refund of certain medical expenses. Read more on www.sio.no/health

To open a bank account, you must wait until you have your
Residence Card or Registration Confirmation. The bank must apply for a
D-number for you in order to take you on as a customer. It
normally takes three to four weeks until your bank account is activated.
In addition, you may have a challenge finding a bank that is
willing to go through this application process. We recommend Nordea.
Remember to bring your Residence Card/Registration
Certificate and your passport.

MANDATORY TUBERCULOSIS TEST

Norwegian law requires citizens of certain countries with high occurrence of tuberculosis who will reside in Norway for more than three
months to take a tuberculosis test and chest x-ray within two weeks of
arrival. The examination is free of charge. Further information will be
provided upon arrival.

MOBILE PHONE

If you have an unlocked GSM mobile phone, you can bring it with you
and purchase a Norwegian SIM card.

WORK PERMIT AND TAX DEDUCTION CARD

Your study permit is also a part-time work permit. As a full time

student you are allowed to work up to 20 hours a week during the
semester and full time during holidays. If you do not know any
Norwegian, your best chances of finding a job is in the service sector
(hotels, restaurants, bars, cafes and tourist shops).

Pre-paid cards are easily available in kiosks and convenience stores

like 7-Eleven and Narvesen. A monthly subscription requires that you
have a Norwegian ID-number (i.e staying in Norway for more than six
months).
Basic phones with a subscription or a pre-paid card are readily avail-able
at a reasonable price. Mobile phones can be bought in stores that sell
electrical equipment or in telecommunication stores.

You are required to have a tax deduction card when you work in
Norway. The tax deduction card shows how much your employer
should deduct from your salary.You can request a tax card from Skatt
st (Oslo Tax Office) once you have a job offer, by bringing your work
contract and your Residence Card/Registration Certificate to their office. Contact details: see p. 8.

Please remember to register your Norwegian phone number on @BI, as

the administration sometimes sends out text messages (SMS) to inform
you of cancellations in your lecturers, etc.

ACADEMICS
WORK LOAD

Norway is one of the leading countries conforming to the guidelines

from the Bologna Process in European higher education. The degree
system based on the Bachelor, Master and Ph.D. structure has been
successfully implemented, together with the ECTS credits system.

A full-semester workload at BI is 30 ECTS credits. Master level courses

account for 6 ECTS credits. Most Bachelor level courses account for 7,5
ECTS credits.

Lectures are the most common way of teaching at BI. Students will experience varying degrees of interaction between the Professor/lecturer
(who is commonly addressed by his/her first name) and the students
during the lectures. Classes normally meet once or twice a week, in 2 or
3 x 45 minute long lecturers. Classes vary in size.

Coursework requirements

Most Bachelor level courses have assignments or tasks to be submitted during the semester. The right to take an examination depends on
fulfilled coursework requirements. You forfeit the right to take an examination if the required coursework has not been completed and submitted by the set deadline, or if the papers handed in are not approved.

BI is at the forefront in digitalization of higher education. Faculty is

encouraged to implement the use of modern information technology
and innovative methods in their teaching. Interactive classrooms on its
learning supplement the lectures and seminars.

You are also responsible for submitting the coursework requirement

within the given deadline, and in the right interactive classroom on
itslearning (through the student portal @BI see opposite page). The
course descriptions contain information on coursework requirements.

COURSE DESCRIPTIONS

The course description serves as a contract between the student, the

lecturer and the administration at BI. For each course, it describes what
each of the three parties can expect from each other: course outline;
learning outcome; required course material; pre-requisites; methods of
teaching and assessment; and exam support materials.

Continuous assessment

Some Master level courses have continuous assessment. This means

that certain activities must be completed during the semester, in order
to receive a course grade. The course description will explain which activities the students must complete.

Exchange students are required to read the course descriptions for each
course carefully, and make sure they fulfil the prerequisites before signing up for a course.

COURSE REGISTRATION

Degree-seeking students
All courses are mandatory in the first year of the programme (Bachelor/
Master), and students are registered for courses automatically.

Course descriptions for all courses can be found on @BI.

Exchange students
You can choose freely from the list of courses offered to exchange students (available on @BI), as long as you fulfill the prerequisites. You
register for courses online before the semester starts. You will receive
detailed information about this from the International Office.
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ACADEMIC CALENDAR 2015-2016

STUDENT PORTAL @BI

The academic year at BI Norwegian Business School is divided into two

semesters: Autumn and Spring.

The online student portal @BI is your main source of information at BI.
You will receive a personal username and password. Log in to
access:
your BI student e-mail
your personal course list
your schedule
your interactive class rooms (its learning see below)
exam enrolment, dates and status
your grades
important information from the administration

Autumn semester: 11 August to 22 December 2015

Spring semester: 5 January to 17 June 2016

EXAMINATIONS

The exam periods are in November/December (autumn semester) and

in May/June (spring semester). You will automatically be registered for
the exams of the courses you are enrolled in. The exam schedule for the
autumn semester will be available online in September. The exam schedule for the spring semester is normally available in December/January.
Your personal exam schedule will be available on the student portal @
BI as well.

ITS LEARNING

Accessed through @BI, its learning provides interactive classrooms for

each of your courses. Course materials, updates from the Professors
and the administration, as well as mandatory assignments, coursework
requirements etc. will be posted here. This is also where you hand in
(upload) your course assignments.

Degree-seeking students: You can withdraw from, or change your

examinations on @BI. The deadline for making changes is 1 October in
the autumn semester and 1 March in the spring semester.

All students are required to keep up to date on information posted

about their courses on its learning.

Exchange students: If you want to withdraw from a course or an

exam, please notify the International Office as early as possible.

TUITION FEES

CALCULATOR

Degree seeking students will receive an invoice for the autumn semester tuition fees in August/September. The invoice for the spring
semester is issued in December. Exchange Students do not pay tuition
fees to BI.

An advanced calculator is permitted as supporting material for certain

exams. The only accepted advanced calculator for examinations at BI
is the Texas Instruments BAII Plus (TIBA II Plus). Bring your own, purchase one at the Akademika Bookshop on campus, or borrow one from
the Student Service Centre on a daily basis.

NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE COURSE

Learning the Norwegian language is the key to success in Norway! BI

offers Norwegian language courses to international students each semester. The course is not part of BIs curriculum, and does not give any
credits.

GRADING SCALE

BI uses the ECTS grading system. The grade scale is A (highest) through
F (fail), with E as the lowest passing grade. Some examinations are
graded with Pass/Fail. The evaluation terms used for the grading scale
are as follows:

Registration is done online at the beginning of the semester, and requires the online payment of a course fee of NOK 1800 (subject to
change). There are limited seats available.

A Excellent
B Very good
C Good
D Satisfactory
E Sufficient
F Failed

Teaching time is 2 hours and 45 minutes twice a week for eight weeks.
The course is conluded with an oral and written exam.
More information about the Norwegian language course will be
provided at the beginning of the semester.

Exam information online: atbi.no/en choose Student

Information Examination from the top menu.
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ON-CAMPUS FACILITIES
FOOD AND DRINK

The purpose-built building from 2005 provides an exciting and inspiring

learning and teaching environment. The building is covered by a glass
ceiling and comprises four blocks on seven levels. With a range of connections between them, the building might come across as a modern
maze. However, you will soon feel at home and easily find your way.

BI does not offer a meal plan, but on-campus kiosks, coffee shops, a
large canteen and vending machines will help battle your hunger and
thirst: August 2015 sees the opening of a brand new student canteen
offering fresh, healthy and affordable food all day long.

To locate your destination, the first letter (A, B, C or D) and the following number (0-7) will help you: For example, the BI study administration (including the International Office, Bachelor- and Master
administration, Exam Office and Careers Service) can be found in C3
meaning C-block, 3rd floor.

KROA STUDENT PUB

Since October 2013 Kroa has been the hang out and meeting place of
BI students. It is the perfect place for a break after a long day of studies.
Kroa is also the place for frequent Coffee Hours, Language Tandem
Nights as well as other social gatherings.

THE STUDENT SERVICE CENTRE

BOOKSHOP

The Student Service Centre (SSC) is located in U1 (in Oasen). The SSC
can help you with:
Student ID card
information about SiO (the Student Welfare Organisation in Oslo),
preliminary transcripts of grades
submissions of term papers, projects and thesis
password and username
general student information

There is a book shop, Akademika, on Campus. Akademika stocks all

books on the compulsory literature lists in addition to fiction, stationary, gift articles and more.

ATM

There is an ATM for cash withdrawals in Oasen (U1).

BI CAREERS SERVICE

IT SERVICES

BI Careers Service offers comprehensive services to BI students, whether

they are in the process of applying for jobs or just curious on how to
meet the labour market at the end of their studies. Some of their services are CV and application check, job search course, career counseling,
career days and more. The BI Careers Services is located in C3. For more
information, see bi.edu/career.

Student IT advisors are located next to the Student Service Centre in U1

and in the Library. They can also be contacted through the Facebook
group BIT Support
There are 200 workstations located in hallways and PC labs across campus, in addition to 350 workstations in the library. All work stations are
connected to laser printers. Wireless network connection is also available. You can connect a laptop to BIs network by wireless connection or
a normal Ethernet card.

STUDENT GYM NYDALEN ATHLETICA

Located in D2, Nydalen Athletica is one of four student gyms in Oslo,

run by SiO. Unlimited access to the fitness studios and a variety of
group lessons for one semester costs NOK 1350 (subject to change).
See sio.no/sports for more information.

THE LIBRARY

BIs library occupies 6500 sqare meters in the 5th and 6th floors of the
BI building. The 1400 study places include group rooms with AV equipment, as well as comfortable chairs where you can relax and admire the
view over Oslo.

STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES AND COUNSELLING

SiO provides extensive health services to students in Oslo.

The Library offers:

Books, periodicals, papers and databases
480 individual reading places
320 open plan group workplaces for students
46 group rooms and 8 AV rooms
350 PC workplaces
Social zones with 250 seats
Courses and guidance

The doctors office on BI campus (D2) is open Mon Fri 08:1515:00.

To make an appointment, call +47 23 21 53 80.
For on-campus emergency medical assistance, call +47 23 21 53 90.
Psychologist and psychiatrist services, as well as dental care are available at the SiO Student Health Services at the University of Oslo
(Blindern).
Please see sio.no/health for information about the full offer of the
SiO Student Health Services.

Read more on bi.edu/library

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PRACTICALITIES
BUSINESS HOURS

Medication, cigarettes or alcohol should under no circumstances be

sent by post.

Supermarkets are normally open from 08:00 or 09:00 until 22:00 on

weekdays and until 20:00 on Saturdays. Shops in major shopping areas
(Karl Johans gate and Bogstadveien) are open until around 18:00 on
weekdays (some have longer opening hours on Thursdays) and until
16:00 or 18:00 on Saturdays. Shopping malls are normally open until
20:00 on weekdays and 18:00 on Saturdays.

Please note that Norway is not part of the EU and goods bought online
from any country and shipped to Norway can be subject to custom
charges and 25% tax on top of the purchase price. Goods with a value
under NOK 200 and books of any value are exempt from tax and customs.

Shops are closed on Sundays and on public holidays, with the exception of some smaller food stores and convenience stores/kiosks like
7-Eleven, Narvesen and Deli de Luca.

NATIONAL HOLIDAYS

Norwegian national holidays may differ slightly from what you are used
to. On these days most commercial businesses are closed, no newspapers are printed and you can expect to struggle with irregular public
transport schedules.

Banks are normally open from 09:00-15:00 Monday-Friday. Some have

longer opening hours on Thursdays. Government offices are normally
open Mon-Fri between 09:00 and 15:00/16:00, but hours may vary.
Many museums are closed on Mondays.

New Years Day
Palm Sunday
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday
Easter Sunday
Easter Monday
Labour day
Ascension Day
Constitution Day
Whit Sunday
Whit Monday
Christmas Day
Boxing Day

GROCERIES

The least expensive grocery stores are Rema 1000 and Kiwi. They offer
a basic selection of groceries, toiletries, etc. Head for Grnland, east of
the city centre, to find Turkish, Pakistani and south-east Asian grocery
stores with good selections of vegetables, fruit and international food
at a low-price.

THINGS FOR YOUR ROOM

IKEA is the largest and cheapest place to buy furniture, bed linen, decorations, kitchenware, textiles and more. There are two IKEA in the
Oslo area Furuset and Slependen. Furuset is most convenient. A free
shuttle bus service is available from the Central Station.

2015 2016
1 January
19 March
20 March
2 April
24 March
3 April
25 March
5 April
27 March
6 April
28 Marchl
1 May
14 May
5 May
17 May
24 May
15 May
25 May
16 May
25 December
26 December

SMOKING

Opening hours at IKEA Furuset:

Mon Fri: 10:00 23:00
Saturday: 9:00 21:00

In Norway the law restricts smoking. The law prohibits smoking in all
public buildings like the BI Campus, cinemas, municipal offices, railway
stations etc. It is also prohibited to smoke in restaurants, bars and cafs
all over Norway. Do not expect to be reminded by signs.

ELECTRICITY

European continental style two-pin plugs are standard in Norway. Voltage is 220 V AC, 50 Hz. Appliances rated US 110V need a transformer.

BEER, WINE AND SPIRITS

A state-owned monopoly chain, called Vinmonopolet, controls the sale

of wine and hard liquors. Beer can be bought in food stores until 20:00
on weekdays and 18:00 on Saturdays. It is not allowed to purchase beer
in shops on Sundays.

POST PACKAGES TO NORWAY

Packages sent to Norway must have your accurate address with your
street name, house number, flat/room number and preferably a phone
number where you can be reached written on it. If you live together
with someone the address must include c/o and this persons name as
indicated on the mailbox.

The age limit for buying beer and wine is 18. For buying hard liquors
the minimum age requirement is 20. If you are under 25, you are expected to show your ID without being requested when buying alcohol.

For declaration purposes through customs, be sure to list contents as

used personal belongings when sending clothing, textbooks etc. We
do not recommend using express mail services for this purpose, as there
are rather steep, unexpected charges for clearing it through customs.

DRUGS

Please note that use of any kind of drugs/narcotics is illegal in Norway.

Drug offences may result in a jail sentence and deportation.
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STUDENT LIFE
Being a student is not only about your studies! The
student environment at BI and in Oslo is active,
inspiring and including. We encourage you to participate! It will not only enrichen your Norwegian experience, but we believe it will make you a better student
as well.

ROOM OF FAITH AND REFLECTION

BI students have access to the Room of Faith and Reflection. This is a

quiet space for reflection, meditation or prayer, located in D1.

SPECIAL NEEDS

Do you have a disability, illness or injury that requires special on-campus adaptations? Please contact Student Partner as early as possible,
and we will help you find the best solution to cover your needs.

STUDENT PARTNER

Student Partner ensures your access to student welfare services, mainly

through our partnership with SiO the Foundation for Student Life
in Oslo. BI students are automatically members of SiO. Their services
include student sports and fitness centres, health care and student housing. See sio.no

GUIDANCE AND COUNSELLING

Student Partner also focuses on improving your student life through

guidance and counselling. They offer courses on study techniques, and
advice to help you achieve your amibitions.

UNIVERSITY CHAPLAIN

Feelings, future, past and faith are all important parts of life. If you
want to reflect upon your life, the University Chaplain is here for you
regardless of faith. He knows about the different faith communities in
Oslo and can help you find yours while you are here.
You can make an appointment by e-mail: studentprest@bi.no.

BI-NNER INTERNATIONAL DINNER AT BI

Initiated by the University Chaplain in his private apartment, the international dinner BI-nner has quickly grown into a successful tradition
at BI. Once a month, we now offer a free meal for up to 350 international and Norwegian students! Volunteers cook the meal, which we then
enjoy together. We invite you to like the page BI-nner on Facebook
to receive updates about upcoming BI-nner events
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GET INVOLVED
The best way to get to know local students, is by
joining a student society. Norwegians tend to
socialize through organized activitites. Therefore,
you may not get to know people on the bus, but
you will definitely get to know someone if you join
a club or association.

INSA INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ASSOCIATION

InSA contributes to the integration of international and Norwegian

students on campus, through various social activities. Join their trips
around Norway and other Nordic countries, movie nights, parties,
sight-seeing in Oslo and other events to get to know your fellow students. Read more about InSA on their website: www.insa.sbio.no

GSS GRADUATE STUDENTS SOCIETY

GSS contributes to the social and academic life of Master of Science degree seeking and -exchange students at BI. GSS arranges various social
events for students to get acquainted with each other, build friendships
and have fun during their stay at BI. They also provide opportunities to
meet the Norwegian business community through business presentation events.
The MSc study programmes each have their own programme association as well.

SBIO BI STUDENT UNION

The BI student union, SBIO, is created for and by students, and consists
of a wide range of sub-groups and associations, including academic
associations (one for each study programme), interest committees
(sports, politics, business, finance, hunting, outdoor life), special projects and events (career events, sports events, Buddy programme for
new students) and much more. Many associations are open for international students. Read more about SBIO online: sbio.no

BBA
BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

BUDDY SYSTEM FOR NEW STUDENTS

The BI Buddy system for new Bachelor students is called Fadderullan.

During the first weeks of the semester experienced students volunteer
as Buddies to welcome the new students. Through concerts, parties and
other social activities students will get to know campus, Oslo and each
other. New students will automatically be assigned a Buddy group at
semester start.

Bachelor of Business Administration students have their own student

organisation called BBA. The organisation is a liason between the
administration and the students of the programme. They organise trips,
parties and activities for full time and exchange Bachelor
students alike.

CHATEAU NEUF

STUDENT SPORTS

The large concrete buidling situated at Majorstuen is home to the Norwegian Student Society (DNS).Chateau Neuf is open Monday through
Saturday, and offers food and beverages as well as concerts, plays, parties, debates, movies and much more at student friendly prices. Active
members can join more than 30 associations and subgroups.

BI Athletics is part of SBIO, and offers a range of sports related activities for
BI students. BI Athletics represents BI in various student championships
and they have active teams in sports like lacrosse, rowing, football,
basketball and activities like dancing, kiting and scuba diving.
OSI is an overall sports association for Oslo students. Whichever sports
activity you are interested in, you will find a sub-group to join.
See osi.no for further information.
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DISCOVER OSLO
Situated between the forest and the fjord, Oslo offers a great variety
of activities and scenery. You can start the day eating breakfast on the
beach while watching the sunrise, enjoy the throbbing city life and vast
arrays of cafs, restaurants, galleries and shopping facilities downtown
during the day, and at night sit around a bonfire with your friends in
the woods overlooking the city.

Palace. The area surrounding it is home to other sights like the Akershus Fortress, the Cathedral, Nobel Peace Centre and the National Gallery. It is also a good place for people-watching and shopping.
Aker Brygge and Tjuvholmen
Aker Brygge and adjacent up-and-coming Tjuvholmen are the most
expensive parts of town. An old industrial area, it is lovely for an evening stroll, people watching or a swim (there is a city beach at the
very end!), and for visiting the brand new Astrup Fearnley Museum of
Contemporary Art, but go somewhere else for lunch/dinner/drinks to
afford the rest of your stay

Oslo is big enough for all this to happen, but still small enough for you
to do it all in a day!
The capital of Norway is home to some 60 000 students, and offers
the perfect backdrop for you to lead an exciting and fulfilling student
life. Whatever your passion, you will find other students with the same
interests. Or maybe you want to take this opportunity to engage in something completely new and different?

Grnerlkka
Hip Grnerlkka is the place to go for a night out; with more than 60
restaurants, bars and cafees, the area attracts a lot of students. Grnerlkka is also the place to look out for small independent shops, as well
as second-hand shops. Some of the them are even open on Sundays
(including a flea market in Birkelunden and a handicraft/design market
at Bl in Brenneriveien).

Learn more about Oslo on visitoslo.com

CONCERTS AND FESTIVALS

If you enjoy live music, Oslo is definitely the city for you! Any day of
the week is a good day for a musical experience in this capital of music.
Enjoy international acclaimed artists or discover new talents within any
genre. Different concert venues are located across the city. Check out
venues like Parkteatret, Bl, Victoria Nasjonal Jazzscene, Rockefeller
and the Norwegian Academy of Music.
www.billettservice.no is a good page for tickets. Oslo is also a great city
for festivals.

Grnland
Head to Grnland (east of the city centre) to find international shops
with fresh fruits and vegetables at lower prices. These shops may also
have items from your home country, which may not be available in the
main grocery stores.

RECREATIONAL AREAS
Nordmarka
This is where the inhabitants of Oslo find their peace. Explore this vast
forest area surrounding Oslo by foot, bike or on skis. Enjoy the view
from Vettakollen or Frognerseteren, or have a picnic by one of the
lakes. You are even allowed to spend the night under the skies if you
want to.

URBAN AREAS

Nydalen
BI campus is located in Nydalen, an old industrial area located next
to the river Akerselva, North of the city centre. Today it is an up-andcoming part of the city with modern architecture, thriving businesses
and vast possibilities for shopping and leisure. Storo Shopping Centre,
only a few minutes walk from BI, has a range of shops to cover all your
needs.

Parks
As soon as the sun appears in spring, Norwegians flock to the many
parks across the city. Nice ones include St.Hanshaugen (sometimes
with concerts on the open-air stage), Torshovparken, Frognerparken
(with the sculptural park Vigelandsparken) and Sofienbergparken.

A forty minute stroll along the mentioned Akerselva will take you
through charming neighbourhoods down to the Oslo Fjord in the city
centre. Within a ten minutes walk in the opposite direction lies the beautiful Nordmarka, the forest area surrounding Oslo to the North.

Islands
Your student ticket is also valid on public ferryboats, great for islandhopping in the summer season. Jump on and off charming little islands
at your own pace. Water temperatures can reach 22 degrees in summer.

City Centre
The main street, Karl Johans gate, runs East-West from the Central
Station past the Parliament, City Hall and National Theatre to the Royal
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EXPLORE NORWAY
Friendly, down-to-earth people, unique scenery, summer nights bright as day and delightful snowy winters make Norway a very special country.

TRAIN

Trains are a comfortable way to travel in Norway. They can take you as
far north as Bod, by the island group of Lofoten. The train ride from
Oslo to Bergen is particularly beautiful, and well worth your time. Relax
and enjoy the view along the way, as the train takes you up and over
the mountains and down through the narrow valleys.

It is easy for a foreigner to feel at home in this widespread and diverse

corner of the world. English is widely spoken, and coping with day-today life in Norway does not require proficiency in Norwegian. In 2012
the population of Norway reached 5 million.

For the cheapest tickets, plan ahead and look for minipris tickets at
nsb.no. Minipris are non-refundable, but often cheaper than discounted student tickets.

Shipping, oil and gas, pulp and paper products, chemicals, shipbuilding and fishing are the most significant industries. Employment rates
remain currently high, and the prospects for economic growth are encouraging. International students are allowed to work part-time during
their studies.

AIRPLANE

Stretching 1 800 km from the South to the North, it may not come as a
surprise that Norway has one of the highest number of domestic flights
in the world. Between the mountains and the fjords, many towns are
served with a small airport.

Norway is a very safe country to live in. Its crime rate is amongst the
lowest in the world, and its environment and air are amongst the cleanest. A healthy living style is widely encouraged and promoted.

At the same time, the rest of Europe is never far away: if you need
some new impulses during your stay, you can fly to Berlin in 1,5 hours;
London in 2 hours; Rome in 4 hours Low-fare airlines provide relatively cheap tickets.

The spectacular Norwegian nature offers exciting opportunities for

outdoor activities all year round: hiking, mountain climbing, hunting,
cycling, rafting, swimming, golf, sailing, skiing the choice is yours!
Breathtaking views of fjords and mountain landscapes are easily accessible at no cost. Each season has its own special features and charm.

DRIVING IN NORWAY

EU citizens can use their original driving license while in Norway. NonEU citizens are allowed to use a foreign driving license for up to three
months before exchanging it for a Norwegian licence. Students who
bring their own car must get a driving permission from the customs.
Read more: toll.no and vegvesen.no/en/home

Read more about Norway on visitnorway.com

Use this opportunity to explore this long stretched land of the North!
With its four seasons and diverse landscapes, Norway offers vast possibilities for extraordinary experiences.
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NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE
NORWEGIAN LANGUAGE

USEFUL WORDS AND PHRASES

Norway has three official written languages: Bokml, Nynorsk and

Sami. Bokml is based on written Danish, which was the official
language in Norway for several hundred years. Nynorsk was created in
the 1850s by linguist Ivar Aasen, and is a compilation and combination
of some regional dialects (mainly from the Western part of the country).

English is widely spoken and you can manage quite well in Norway
without knowing any Norwegian. However, knowing a few words and
phrases may be useful. The most important word is takk thank
you.
If you are invited to lunch or dinner it is customary to thank the host
for the meal when you leave the table. The phrase Takk for maten
means Thank you for the food.

Generally, if you understand Bokml you can understand Nynorsk fairly

easily, and vice versa. Officially, Bokml and Nynorsk have been accorded equal status, although Bokml is more widely used in Oslo and the
larger towns.
Sami, a member of the Finno-Ugric branch of languages is a minority
language used by the indigenous Sami people.

Hello Hei
Goodbye
Ha det bra
Yes Ja
No Nei
Please
Vr s snill
Thanks
(Tusen) takk
You are welcome
Vrsgod
How are you?
Hvordan har du det?
Im fine
Bra takk
My name is
Jeg heter
Where is?
Hvor er?
Sorry
Unnskyld
Excuse me
Unnskyld meg
Cheers Skl
Im a vegetarian
Jeg er vegetarianer
How much is it?
Hvor mye kostedet?
I dont understand
Jeg forstr ikke
Do you speak English? Snakker du engelsk?
Can you help me?
Kan du hjelpe meg?

Numbers
1 En
2 To
3 Tre
4 Fire
5 Fem
6 Seks
7 Syv
8 tte
9
Ni
10 Ti
50 Femti
100 Hundre
1000 Tusen

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Food and drinks

Bread Brd
Cheese Ost
Eggs Egg
Full fat milk
Helmelk
Low fat milk Lettmelk
Chicken Kylling
Fish Fisk
Salmon Laks
Fruit Frukt
Vegetable Grnnsak
Coffee Kaffe
Tea Te
Beer l
Wine Vin
Soft drinks
Mineralvann (Brus)
Water Vann

CULTURAL ADVICE
ADDRESSING PEOPLE

You might find that some Norwegians may not agree with or follow
these guidelines. However, generally observing these will help you integrate into Norwegian culture.

Norwegians are considered to be easy going and informal. First names

are commonly used. Prefixes like Mr., Mrs. and Ms. are generally not
used, only on very formal occasions.
You should shake hands in formal situations.
Among students and friends hand shaking is not expected. However,
when being introduced for the first time to someone your age it is
common to shake hands and say your name.

SERVICE CHARGE

Service charge and tips are included in restaurant bills and taxi fares.
Tipping is not expected, but around 10% might be given if you are
pleased with the service given. In bars and cafes people will often leave
some change.

BEING LATE

CLIMATE AND CLOTHING

Be on time when going to work and school. Being late is considered

impolite.
On social occasions Norwegians are more flexible. Being 1015
minutes late is quite common.

Oslo and Norway have four distinct seasons. The weather is constantly
changing, but normally winters (Dec March) are cold, summers (June
August) are considered warm (according to Norwegian standards),
while spring and autumn connect the two in between. Parallel to the
seasons, the number of daylight hours varies from 6 hours in mid-December to 20 hours in mid-June.

SOCIAL CONVENTION

Norwegians are friendly, but you may find them reserved. However,
you will often get a positive response if you initiate contact
Norwegians are also known for their directness. Some find this rude,
but this is not intentional.
The egalitarian values at the root of the welfare state also manifest
themselves throughout Norwegian society in many ways for
instance in the field of gender equality. Women expect to be
treated with a more gender neutral attitude than in many other parts
of the world. Also, be aware that what some might consider
a light dress code is not necessarily meant to attract attention.

Summer temperatures vary from 10 degrees Celsius on rainy days

to 30 degrees Celsius on nice summer days. Expect bathing tempe
ratures of 17-22 degrees Celsius in the fjord and lakes. Long, light
evenings and nights are best spent in a park together with friends,
or on the beach.
From September it gets gradually colder (and darker), but the autumn
can be nice with sunny days. By mid-November winter sets in, and
snow usually arrives in time for Christmas. It is quite dark and cold in
the months from November until the end of February, so bring warm
clothes and warm boots. The white snow makes up for some of the
darkness, reflecting the little light there is. January and February are the
best months for skiing and other winter activities.

COMMON COURTESY

It is always nice to hold the door for someone, regardless of whether

they are men or women.
Old people and pregnant women appreciate it if you let them have
your seat on a crowded bus. It is also appreciated if you help people
with a baby carriage onto the bus or tram.
Be discrete when looking at people and dont stare.
Do not cut in line.
Do not litter on the floor or ground. You will usually find a garbage
can somewhere nearby.
Do not chat with your friends during meetings and presentations etc,
when the speaker is talking.
Switch your mobile phone to silent mode in the library, cinemas and
lecture halls.

In March, the days are already noticeably longer, and you can feel the
warmth of the sun on good days. The first sign of spring is Norwegians
taking to the streets, enjoying the sunshine. This is the time when Oslo
comes alive again after its winter sleep. Outdoor cafs will be packed
with people as soon as the temperatures rise above the freezing point.

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IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Outside campus: +47 22 93 22 93
(Emergency ward Legevakten. Address: Storgata 40)

WHO TO CONTACT AT BI?

BBA and Bachelor Double Degree students:

Bachelor administration
E-mail: bachelor@bi.no
Phone: +47 46 10 00 06

EMERGENCY DENTAL CARE

Master of Science students:

Master administration
E-mail: msc@bi.no
Phone: +47 46 41 00 02

EMERGENCY NUMBERS IN NORWAY

Exchange students:
International Office
E-mail: international.office@bi.no
Phone: +47 46 41 02 27

Ambulance: 113
Tannlegevakt: +47 22 56 40 00 (Majorstua), +47 22 65 33 88 (rvoll)
Open all days 08:00-18:00
oslotannlegevakt.no (in Norwegian only)
Fire: 110 Police: 112 Ambulance: 113

See also Student Health Services, p. 12

If you or your fellow student is involved in an accident or need
assistance, please notify your contact person in the BI administration.

You will find all of us in the student reception area in C3.

bi.edu
atbi.no/en

March 2015

EMERGENCY MEDICAL ASSISTANCE

On campus: +47 23 21 53 90 (SiO Student Health Services)

Notify the BI Reception as well: 06600