The University of Agder (UiA) is a public university with campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad, Norway. The university is known for its close relationship with regional industry and its focus on co-creation and innovation.
Address: Gimlemoen 25, 4630 Kristiansand, Norway
Mechatronics, E-health, Renewable Energy
Diplomas*:
- Bachelor, Doctor, Master
Domains taught:
- AI and Machine Learning, Automation, Data Analytics, Electrical and Electronics, Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Robotics
Status:
- Public
Partnerships:
UiA has a strong collaboration with the regional business community, particularly in the fields of technology and health. It is a member of the European University Association (EUA).
Research:
UiA’s research is focused on five main areas: e-health, mechatronics, integrated emergency management, cultural studies, and education. The university has a strong focus on applied research in collaboration with external partners.
Famous Alumnis:
N/A
International recognition**:
Number of staff***:
1400
Current students***:
13000
Foreign students***:
10%
Cumulative former students***:
25000
Pros
A university with a close relationship with industry, a focus on innovation and co-creation, and a good student environment.
Cons
The university has a relatively low international ranking and may not be as well-known as some of the larger Norwegian universities.
Best For
Students looking for a modern university with a close connection to industry and a focus on applied research and innovation.
- Health Sciences, Innovation, Renewable Energy, Research and Development, Sustainability Practices
*: without any judgment of the quality, readers are strongly encouraged to check the official status of the exact diploma envisioned as many universities have a mix of recognized diplomas, not recognized, “co-delivered,” “equivalent to”, “some pathways” (…), can change over time, and can be named differently from one country to another.
**: international reputation: is based on some criteria that do not mean much in some domains or specialties (number of researchers, of scientific publications, on budget ….). Our approximate 1-4 scale:
- known locally
- known locally and internationally
- is listed in some of the world university’s classifications
- is listed among the 20 firsts in some of world university’s classifications
***: estimated numbers, based on online sources and/or feedbacks. The numbers can vary greatly depending on school organisation (ex.: school is part of a group …). Refer to all the links provided to have accurate and updated numbers.
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