Bachelor in Visuell kunst og formidling

Tuition costs 47,000 NOK per year.

Studying in the workshop and various display spaces at UiA, you will develop your artistic skills in well-equipped workshops through creative, experimental and investigative processes. Student experiences are enhanced through workshops in art mediation, at UiA’s art collection and Kunstsilo. The programme's 5th semester offers placements at regional and national art institutions.

The programme develops your personal expressive abilities, your creative skills, your aesthetic and critical awareness. You will gain a deep understanding of relevant methods, techniques, materials and media, and the ability to analyse and reflect on your own and others' art projects. The programme offers insight into the role of art in society and the significance of art in community.

You will gain knowledge in art communication and formidling. Graduates receive a bachelor in visual arts and communication. The programme prepares you to shape and communicate art and is ideal for those interested in engaging with, creating, and discussing art, and progressing within the arts field.

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.