Faculty of Social Sciences

Social science studies human interaction, social systems and society. The Faculty of Social Sciences consists of four departments.

Research

Our research centres, research groups and opportunities within organised research training (PhD).

The US has halted the project – UiA researcher concerned about research and aid work Oct. 20, 2026 12:16 PM
An international project involving researchers from the University of Agder (UiA) was halted in 2025, before the work had been completed. Hanne Haaland sees parallels with Norwegian People’s Aid, which has rejected new US conditions and warned of major consequences for its work.
Graduation Ceremony for Global Development Students June 29, 2026 11:02 AM
Completing a bachelor's or master's degree is a big milestone. That's why the Department of Global Development and Planning invited students from both its international programmes to a joint ceremony at the end of the semester, to celebrate this year's graduates.
UiA research community ranked among the best in Europe June 10, 2026 12:30 PM
The information systems research community at the University of Agder is the best in Norway and ranks fifth in Europe. "This is the result of long-term efforts spanning several decades", according to the head of department.