The University of Agder (UiA) is a public university in Norway, located in Kristiansand and Grimstad in southern Norway. Here are some key information about the University of Agder:

Overview

Founded: 1994 (by the merger of six colleges), officially became a university in 2007

Institutional nature: public

Main campus locations:

Kristiansand

Grimstad

History

The University of Agder was founded in 1994 as Agder University College, which was formed by the merger of six colleges located in Kristiansand, Grimstad and Arendal.

On August 10, 2007, Agder College was awarded the title of "university" by the government and officially changed its name to the University of Agder on September 1 of the same year.

School strength

UiA has about 13,500 students and about 1,400 faculty and staff.

It offers undergraduate, master's and doctoral courses covering a wide range of disciplines.

It enjoys a good reputation in the fields of information technology, business management, education, health sciences, social sciences, engineering and art.

The school emphasizes innovation and technological development, and maintains close ties with the industry to ensure that the course content meets industry needs.

Educational philosophy

Emphasizes practical learning and encourages students to develop skills through internships and practical projects.

Focus on interdisciplinary cooperation, especially collaboration between different majors.

Attach importance to international education, recruit international students, and provide courses taught in English.

Committed to promoting sustainable development and social justice.

Subject settings

Bachelor's degrees:

Information Technology

Business Administration

Education

Health Sciences

Social Sciences

Engineering

Arts

Master's degrees:

Information Technology

Business Administration

Education

Health Sciences

Social Sciences

Engineering

Arts

And other related master's programs

PhD programs:

Information Technology

Business Administration

Education

Health Sciences

Social Sciences

Engineering

Arts

And other related doctoral programs

English-taught programs:

Most master's and doctoral programs are taught in English to attract international students.

Professional Directions

Information Technology: including computer science, information systems, network security, etc.

Business Administration: involving marketing, finance, accounting, business management, etc.

Education: training teachers for primary, secondary and higher education.

Health Sciences: covering nursing, public health, physical therapy, etc.

Social Sciences: including psychology, social work, political science, etc.

Engineering: including mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, civil engineering, etc.

Arts: including music, fine arts, design, etc.

Campus

Kristiansand Campus:

Located in the center of Kristiansand, it is conveniently located.

The campus has modern teaching facilities, libraries, laboratories and social spaces.

It mainly focuses on the departments of humanities, social sciences and education.

Grimstad Campus:

Located in the center of Grimstad, it focuses on engineering, information technology and natural sciences.

International Cooperation

UiA actively participates in international exchange programs and has established cooperative relations with many higher education institutions around the world.

Provides exchange student programs to promote students' international vision and cultural exchanges.

As a member of the European University Association (EUA) and other international organizations, UiA plays an important role in international education and research.

Expenses

For EU/EEA students, UiA is usually free, but a small registration fee is required.

For non-EU/EEA international students, tuition fees vary depending on the major, generally between 6,000 and 14,000 euros per year. The specific fees should be consulted directly with the school or visit its official website for the latest information.

In terms of living costs, Kristiansand and Grimstad have relatively moderate living costs, but you still need to consider the costs of accommodation, food and personal expenses.

Application requirements

Applicants usually need to have a high school diploma or equivalent.

You need to pass an entrance exam or interview to demonstrate your interest in the chosen major and your ability to work in a related profession.

The English proficiency requirement is usually B2 level (according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​CEFR), and some majors may require higher levels.