Master in Årsstudium i globale utviklingsstudier

At University of Agder, the tuition fee is 15,000 NOK per year.

Students in the Årsstudium in Global Development Studies spend four weeks in a field course in Uganda/Tanzania, Sri Lanka or Norway, where they work with partners like the University of Dar es Salaam, in locations such as the island of Unguja, and experience the real-world impact of global development through direct engagement.

This programme is part of the Faculty for the Social Sciences and has a strong focus on international contexts, as well as Norwegian and international students.

In addition to lectures, students conduct fieldwork in Norway or abroad, such as in Sri Lanka and Tanzania, and complete a one-year master's thesis with an empirical focus.

University of Agder sits on Norway's southern coast with campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad. Although it officially became a university in 2007, its academic roots extend back to the 19th century, and today it serves over 14,000 students. The institution promotes an open, collaborative culture that connects staff, students and the wider community, making it a welcoming choice for international learners seeking a student-centered environment in a compact Scandinavian city.

Academically, UiA balances teaching and research across applied sciences, social sciences, education and the arts, with an emphasis on collaboration and problem solving. Internationalisation is central to the university's strategy: UiA maintains hundreds of exchange agreements and receives exchange students each year, while offering research projects that invite student participation. Practical learning, close faculty contact and opportunities to join cross-disciplinary projects are core strengths.

Student life in Kristiansand combines safe campus living with coastal leisure, efficient public transport and easy access to nature. Support services for international students include orientation programs, language support and guidance on housing and internships. Prospective students should explore program-specific entry requirements and take advantage of UiA's exchange and research options to shape a study path that combines regional engagement with global perspectives.