The University of Agder (Universitetet i Agder in Norwegian) is among the newest universities in Norway, but its roots date back more than 190 years. The university has six faculties and one teacher unit under the University board. The educational institute offers students high-quality course studies with an international outlook. The institute became a university in 1994 by merging six colleges and granting it a university status in 2007. However, the academic activities have been on since 1839.
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As per Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report, the university is at 1346 position in 2023
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The university's School of Business and Law gets accreditation from the American Organization Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business.
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It is at 502 ranks in the category of best global universities in Europe.
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It is in the 10th position among the best global universities in Norway.
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The university is famous for its scope in applied research, collaboration with top industry partners, and innovation in study approach
University of Agder Highlights
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The university has 997 academic staff and 541 administrative staff
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It has two campuses: Grimstad with 3336 students and Kristiansand with 9652 students
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Both campuses have an auditorium and classroom facilities to accommodate both large and small student group
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The versatile study atmosphere makes it encouraging for students to choose this university for higher studies
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At the university, students get opportunities to learn and grow leadership skills through the faculties
University of Agder Admissions
UG Admission
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Submit the documents in Norwegian, Swedish, English language
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Proof of funding
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Copy of passport
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For a bachelor's degree in English, there is no need for a Norwegian language
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TOEFL
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IELTS
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Pearson PTE Academic
Cambridge ESOL Examinations
European language certificate
PG Admission
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Academic records of undergraduate degree
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Candidate has to submit the documents in Norwegian, Swedish, or English
Eligibility
UG Program
PG Program
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Candidates don't have to purchase Norwegian language proficiency for the study programs taught in English
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TOEFL: Minimum score of 80
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Pearson PTE online with a minimum score of 62
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IELTS with a minimum score of 60
Cambridge ESOL Examinations:
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Certificate of proficiency
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Certificate in advance with a passing result
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The first certificate with the result having "A"
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Complete IB program with a minimum score of 4 in English at the higher level
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140 hours of English spoken or written exam with grade 4 or higher
No test score should be older than two years
University of Agder Programs
UG Program
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Mechatronics
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MSc Business Administration, specialization in International Business
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Popular Music
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Multimedia and Educational Technology
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Renewable Energy
University of Agder Accommodation
The student accommodation by The Student Association of Agder SiA is available at Kristiansand and Grimstad, the university's two campuses. International students outside the EU are sure to get accommodation in a single or shared room for one semester at the university. Whereas students who are from EU and EEA can opt for housing. Students will get a letter of acceptance and reservation code after they apply for the accommodation. The accommodation options are:
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The rooms have basic furniture set up, and students must bring utensils and purchase them.
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SiA doesn't guarantee to offer a student their first choice of accommodation and has the right to assign a different apartment from the one they apply for
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Students usually sign a contract of accommodation for one or two semesters. If a student wishes to terminate their contract, they have to give one month's notice
University of Agder Cost
Tuition fees apply to international students from outside the EU or Switzerland. Students whose study program sessions start before the Autumn semester 2023 do not have to pay tuition fees.
Cost of Course
The tuition fees depend on the number of credits and subject area of a particular study program:
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Business Administration, specialization in Analytical Finance, master's programme
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Business Administration, specialization in International Business, master's programme
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Civil and Structural Engineering, master's programme
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Classical music performance, bachelor's programme
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Classical music performance, master's programme
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Coastal Ecology, master's programme
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English, bachelor's programme
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English, master's programme
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Global Development, Crisis and Change, master's programme
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Global Development Studies, bachelor's programme
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International Business, master's programme
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Mathematics, master's programme
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Mechatronics, master's programme
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Multimedia and Educational Technology, master's programme
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Popular Music - Music Business and Management, master's programme
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Popular Music, master's programme
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Renewable Energy, master's programme
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Cost of Living
It can be challenging to move to a new country, settle, and adjust to the living costs. The list of details can help manage the monthly expenses better.
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Public transportation: NOK 520
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Dinner in the student cafeteria: NOK 40 to 100
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Dinner in a restaurant: NOK 120 to 160
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Trips with Erasmus Student Network - NOK 1100 for a weekend
However, exchange students don’t have to pay any tuition fees at the university.
University of Agder Scholarship
Education Future International Scholarship
Fulbright U.S. Student Program, 2022
Higher Education Scholarship Test for Indian Students
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A student has to get 60% in 10th and 12th to be eligible for the grant
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A student has to furnish proof of GRE/IELTS/TOEFL to get the grant
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Applicants can apply for any stream of study to be eligible for the scholarship
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Applicants should be part of the study program as senior, junior or a graduate student
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A candidate who has an interest in news editing and holds the potency to show their passion in the field can get the grant
University of Agder Placement
There is scope for placement practice in the university, and students with suitable knowledge in their course study and theoretical studies can benefit from it. Students even get training as part of this placement practice and can hone their skills. This is how they become competent to serve their respective fields and get job offers after completing their graduation from the university.
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