Can the Admissions office check if I qualify for admission?
Unfortunately, we do not have the capacity to pre-evaluate applicants. If you apply, your application will be assessed and you will be informed if you are qualified or not when you receive the results of your application. You can see if you meet the educational and programme specific requirements by checking the requirement sections on our admission webpages.
Do I qualify for a master's programme without meeting the academic basis?
No, you need to meet the academic basis with your academic background in order to be eligible for admission.
What are ECTS credits?
The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) represent learning based on defined learning outcomes and their associated workload. 60 ECTS credits are the equivalent of a full year of study or work. Diplomas and transcripts using other credit systems will be converted into ECTS credits.
How can I check if I meet the CGPA requirement?
Diplomas and transcripts using other grading scales will be converted to the ECTS grading scale before the cumulative grade point average is assessed on an individual basis. Unfortunately, we do not have the capacity to pre-evaluate applicants. If you apply, the Admissions office will calculate if you meet the CGPA requirement for admission to our master’s programmes.
What if I can’t make the deadline for uploading documents?
There are no exemptions to the final post mark dates and deadlines for uploading documents. We do not accept documents after the deadlines.
How do I know if my higher education is recognised?
The higher education must be taken at a government recognized institution. Most recognised institutions are listed on the World Higher Education Database.
My secondary or university education is not the same as the ones listed, am I still eligible for admission?
The educational backgrounds listed in the “admission requirement” sections are what is generally required for applicants with education from each specific country. If you have completed your education in a different or non-standard educational system, this will be assessed on an individual basis according to the regulations and guidelines set by NOKUT and NUCAS. Please note that this does not apply to the requirements regarding academic basis for admission to master’s programme.
My previous education was taught in English, am I exempt from the English language requirement?
Only if this is specifically stated in the language requirement section on your country page or in the country list.
Does UiA offer any scholarships?
The University of Agder does not offer any grants or scholarships.
Do I have to document my ability to pay both tuition fees and funds for living expenses?
Yes, if you have a citizenship from outside the EU/EEA or Switzerland, you must upload documents proving your ability to pay both tuition fees and funds for living expenses for one year of studies. This must be documented according to the information about Required financial means at your country specific page.
Is it possible to postpone start of studies for one year?
After receiving and accepting an offer of admission, you may apply for postponed start of studies for one year for the following reasons: military service or non-military civilian service, childbirth/adoption or long-term illness.
This application needs to be sent no later than 3 weeks after the offer of admission. The reason needs to be documented. If the documentation contains personal data (such as details concerning your health), it must be sent through this form.
How do I get student housing?
If you are admitted at UiA, you will receive e-mails with detailed information regarding housing and how to apply through the Student Association of Agder (SiA).
How do I prepare for arrival at UiA?
If you are admitted at UiA, you will receive e-mails with information regarding arrival and semester start. Learn more on the page New student at UiA.
How will the Admissions office contact me?
Primarily by e-mail. Make sure you have registered the correct e-mail address in Application web. Check your e-mail (including spam) regularly during the application process.
Questions or comments regarding your application
Please contact the Admissions office
It is not necessary to send the same e-mail to different recipients. If you send a request that another department or office need to answer, you request will be forwarded to the right recipient.
Questions regarding UDI, study permit, student housing or arrival at UiA
Please contact the International education office: int-office@uia.no
It is not necessary to send the same e-mail to different recipients. If you send a request that another department or office need to answer, you request will be forwarded to the right recipient.
Questions regarding semester registration, Studentweb or Canvas
Please contact UiA Help: help@uia.no
It is not necessary to send the same e-mail to different recipients. If you send a request that another department or office need to answer, you request will be forwarded to the right recipient.
Questions regarding the academic content of a specific programme
Please contact the student advisor for the specific programme.