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The White Stone Walls of York City Centre

Illuminating York 2008, Museum Gardens

Illuminating York - one of York's many festivals

The River Ouse from Ouse Bridge

The River Ouse in York City Centre

Norwegian Study Centre

The Norwegian Study Centre (NSC) was established by the Norwegian government in the 1980s. We've been a vital link between York and Norway for generations of Norwegian students. We offer both short courses and semesters abroad at undergraduate and Masters level.

Our mission is educate and inform students and teachers visiting England from Norway. We provide informed teaching designed to immerse you in British languages and cultures.

Explore the history, literature and languages of York and England through our dynamic one or two-week short courses. 

Study at York for up to a year as part of your degree or further training. Experience our vibrant culture first-hand.

Hear from our students

"I really enjoyed the variety of topics in the different courses. I have learned many new, interesting things this week, and have new ideas to use in the classroom later. The teacher's engagement and enthusiasm also contributed to making it interesting." OsloMet short course student.

"An amazing opportunity to experience York with amazing teachers that truly want the best for you. I would do this course a hundred times over." Spring 2023 YorkCourse student.