You need to upload all required documents stated in the country specific webpages.
Do not upload documents such as statement of purpose, work experience letters, recommendation letters or motivational letters unless this is specifically stated as a requirement for the programme(s) you are applying for. Unless required, such documents will not affect your application and will be disregarded in the application.
How do I document my previous education?
Scans of officially issued original transcripts and diplomas for your secondary and university/college education must be uploaded. If there is any information at the back of the pages, scans of the back pages must also be uploaded.
It is important that the scans are of sufficient quality. The whole page must be visible and the information readable on a computer screen. Please upload all pages of one document as a single file.
Do I need translations?
All documents must be translated, unless in English, Norwegian or a Scandinavian language. The translation should be carried out by a government authorized or official translator. You must upload a scanned version of the original document accompanied by the translation.
You must upload scans of the original documents and the translations to the online application portal.
Do I need to send documents by post?
Educational documents from certain countries are required to be sent directly from the issuing institution by post. In some cases, verification reports or certified copies are also required. Check the country specific information related to the country you have completed your previous education to see which documents are required to be sent by post. Please do not send documents not listed in the requirements.
I have previously uploaded/sent documents
The Admissions office does not archive documents received by post for more than one admission cycle.
Check which documents are available in your online application portal in "my documents", and ensure that you upload anything that might be missing or outdated from the electronically stored documents.
Inspection of original diplomas and certificates
The University of Agder can ask to see your original documents for the purpose of inspection both before and after admission. Students are required to submit the original documents upon request.
Every year, a selection of new students will have their original documents inspected. The students will be selected for inspection based on different patterns each year.
It is important that you understand that you have the responsibility to ensure that all your documents are correct and valid.
If you are selected for inspection, you will receive all necessary details about the procedure via e-mail.
Consequences
Students failing to submit all relevant original documents upon request may be withdrawn from the study programme and will not be permitted to continue their studies at the University of Agder (FOR 2005-06-22-833, §18(1d)). Document forgery is subject to the Penal Code § 361 and will be reported to the police.