Degree-seeking students
Admission requirements and applications for these study programmes can be found at NUCAS.
Basic information on admission to Universities in Norway can be found at INVIAs webpage
University of Agder offers several master and PhD programmes which are taught in English. Information about these programmes can be found in the menu to the left under study programmes.
Please read more about our Master Programmes and specific admission requirements to the different programmes here
Preliminary application
The application deadline has now expired.
Basic Admission Requirements
Please note that you need a complete bachelor-degree before applying
| Category I |
| For the following countries the basic entrance requirement is a national secondary school leaving certificate that satisfies the basic requirements for admission to higher education institutions in the home country: Albania, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Bosnia-Herzegovina, Bulgaria, Canada, Croatia, Cyprus (Greek), Czech Republic, Estonia, France, Germany, Great Britain, Greece, Hong Kong, Hungary, Ireland, Israel, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Liechtenstein, Luxembourg, Macedonia, Malta, Netherlands, New Zealand, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Singapore, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Switzerland, Yugoslavia. |
| Category II |
| For the following countries the basic entrance requirement includes one year of studies in academic subjects at university level: Afghanistan, Algeria, Argentina, Bangladesh, Belarus, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Chile, Cameroon, China (after 1977), Colombia, Costa Rica, Cuba, Cyprus (Turkish), Democratic Republic of Congo (former Zaire), Ecuador, Egypt, El Salvador, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Gambia, Gaza and the West Bank, Ghana (new system), Guatemala, India, Indonesia, Iran, Iraq, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Korea (South), Lebanon, Liberia, Libya, Mali, Madagascar, Morocco, Mexico, Namibia, Nepal, Nicaragua, Nigeria, Pakistan, Paraguay, Peru, Puerto Rico, Russian Federation, Saudi Arabia, Sierra Leone, Somalia, South Africa, Sudan, Swaziland, Syria, Taiwan, Tchad, Thailand, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, Uruguay, USA, Venezuela, Vietnam, Zambia, Zimbabwe. |
| Category III |
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For the following countries the basic entrance requirement includes two years of studies in academic subjects at university level: |
| Category IV |
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For the following country the basic entrance requirement includes three years of studies in academic subjects at university level: |
English Language Requirement
Please note that applicants must meet the requirements in English, set by the Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education and the University board at the University of Agder.
Non-native English speakers must document their English proficiency by taking one of the following tests/examinations
- British Council's International English Language Testing Service (IELTS), min. score 6,0.
- Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), minimum score 550 for a paper-based test, a score of at least 213 for a computer-based test, or minimum 80 for an Internet-based test. TOEFL institution code for UiA is 5433
The test-result should be no more than two years old and should be sent to us directly from the test center.
Please check here to see if you need an english test.
Please note that applicants from certain Asian countries (for example Bangladesh, India, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Vietnam, China etc) with a BA degree and/or a MA degree where the language of instruction has been English are not exempted from the English language requirements.
Documentation
All the documentation you hand in must be certified copies. An official stamp with a signature is required. Copies of attested copies will not be accepted.
Please note that we require that the transcript should be sent to us directly from your home institution, if you have your bachelor degree from one of the following countries:
- Nigeria
- Cameroon
Ethiopia
- Ghana
Sudan
All original documents, final degrees and mark sheets/transcripts, which are not issued in Norwegian, Swedish, Danish or English must be translated into one of these languages by a state authorized translator. If you reside in Norway, you can find a translator here
Finances/ Visa
Some students need a visa for entering Norway, please see the below link for more information.
Overview of non-visa countries
Applicants outside EEA must submit proof of adequate financial means with the application. For 2012 the amount you need to document is NOK 92 500 for one academic year.
Acceptable Financial documents:
Original bank statement in your name (stamped, signed and dated by a bank official)
Original bank statement in your sponsor’s name (stamped, signed and dated by a bank official) + an original letter of support from the person named on the bank statement
Please visit the webpages to the Norwegian Immigration Authorities for more information
Questions?
If you have any questions, please send an e-mail to: admission@uia.no
Information for
UiA is EU-certified
The University of Agder is the only university in Norway to have been awarded the ECTS-label, a certificate proving that the university follows the EU’s recommended quality assurance routines for information about and approval of student exchange.
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Study in Norway
For more information about studying in Norway, and a complete list of all degree programmes offered in English in Norway.
Forms to fill out
To register with the police, fill out the online form as explained here.
To register for healthcare in Norway (for students from outside Europe staying for more than 12 months), fill out the form you find here. Deliver it to the International Education Office.
Don't forget to register for classes and exams here.
Sign up for the Norwegian Language Course here.
If you change your courses, use this form:
Changes to the learning agreement
University of Agderpost@uia.no
Phone: +47 38 14 10 00 Fax: +47 38 14 10 01
