University of Agder

About the university

A young university on Norway's sunny southern coast, granted university status in 2007. Campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad. Known for mechatronics, engineering, music, business, and health sciences. Growing international profile with many English programs.

Key information

• Location: Kristiansand, NO
• National ranking #10
• Institution type: public

Popular faculties

• Engineering
• Business
• Health Sciences
• Music
• Social Sciences

Programs (8)

• Engineering
• Business Administration
• Nursing
• Education
• Computer Science
• Sociology
• Psychology
• Fine Arts

Student body

• Total students: 14,000
• International students: 15%

Housing & accommodation

Housing cost: NOK 400 - NOK 1,000 / per month

Career & internships

Employment rate: 87%

Admission requirements

Required tests

• IELTS
• TOEFL

Minimum GPA: 2.5

Tuition costs

• NOK 0 / per year
• Acceptance rate: 58.00%
• Scholarships available: No tuition fees. Government Quota Scheme. SiA student housing support.
• Additional costs: Semester fee ~€100, living costs Kristiansand €800-1,300/month

Quick facts

• Founded: 2007
• Teaching languages: Norwegian, English
• Study formats: offline, hybrid

Contact

• Website: https://www.uia.no