About this programme
Master in Mathematics is a Master's Degree programme at University of Agder in Kristiansand, taught in English. It runs for 2 years and carries 120 ECTS credits. The register gives Kristiansand as the campus town. It lists the degree as Master. University of Agder is a state university in Agder.
How it compares
Master in Mathematics is one of 4 English-taught Mathematics programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 4 institutions. 1 of them lists an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland. 4 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students. The same programme title is offered at 2 institutions, so compare the content, campus and requirements before you choose.
What you will study
The Master's in Mathematics at the University of Agder is a two-year full-time programme taught in English on the Kristiansand campus. It carries 120 ECTS and has two specialisations: pure mathematics and mathematics education. The mathematics education track is open only to applicants from the EU/EEA.
What you study
The pure mathematics specialisation goes deeper into advanced mathematical concepts and methods. You work with mathematical problems and methods at an advanced level, learn to apply theoretical and practical knowledge, and gain in-depth knowledge of research in mathematics. The mathematics education specialisation deals with issues related to the teaching of mathematics and prepares students to become mathematics teachers.
Both specialisations qualify you for lectureships after you complete practical pedagogical education (PPU), and both qualify you for PhD studies. The programme is offered by the Faculty of Engineering and Science.
How the programme is organised
The programme runs over two years of full-time study. The language of instruction is English. You can spend a semester abroad at one of UiA's partner institutions as part of the degree. The programme description for the 2026-2028 cohort sets out the full structure.
Who it suits
This master's suits students who want a deeper understanding of mathematics itself, or who want to combine mathematics with teaching. The pure mathematics track is for you if you are aiming at mathematical research or at work where strong analytical skills matter. The mathematics education track is for EU/EEA applicants who want to teach mathematics at school level.
UiA has a team of experts in mathematics and mathematics education. In 2013 the institution was awarded the status of National Centre of Excellence in Teaching Mathematics (MatRIC) by NOKUT, the Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education.
Admission, language and next steps
You need a bachelor's degree or equivalent education of at least three years (180 credits), with a minimum of 80 credits in mathematical subjects or equivalent. At least 20 of those credits must be at level 2. You must have a mark of C or better to enter the programme. Admission follows the regulations on admission to studies and courses at the University of Agder.
Non-EU/EEA applicants can only apply to the pure mathematics specialisation. Application periods: non-EU/EEA international applicants apply from 1 November to 1 December; EU/EEA applicants from 1 February to 1 March; Nordic citizens and applicants with a permanent or renewable residence permit in Norway from 1 February to 15 April. There are 10 student places. Check the programme page for the exact application system and any updates.
Tuition fees apply to international students with citizenship from outside the EU/EEA or Switzerland. Students from the EU/EEA and Switzerland are normally exempt from tuition fees at state institutions. The Section for Admissions can answer questions about the application process; for questions about the programme itself, contact the faculty.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Mathematics and mathematical research
- Information technology
- Engineering
- Finance
- Economics
- Insurance
- Teaching at upper secondary level, after completing PPU
- PhD studies
Before you apply
Master’s applications go straight to University of Agder, not through the national admission service (NUCAS). Study in Norway states that you need a bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS), including courses equal to at least one and a half years of full-time study relevant to the programme. Deadlines are set by each institution for each programme, so confirm yours. Entry requirements and language tests are also set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, study permits and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Study in Norway register, the official English-programme list run by HK-dir, the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. Fees are in NOK as the institution lists them. "Not listed" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and deadlines with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in Mathematics taught in English?
Yes. The Study in Norway register, run by HK-dir, lists it as an English-taught programme at University of Agder. Only English-taught degree programmes are included here.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years of study and 120 ECTS credits. Sixty ECTS credits are one academic year of full-time study.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Kristiansand as the campus town for this programme at University of Agder.
How do I apply?
Master’s applications go straight to the institution, not through the national admission service (NUCAS). Study in Norway states that you need a bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS), including courses equal to at least one and a half years of full-time study relevant to the programme, and some programmes require a minimum grade average. University of Agder publishes its requirements on the programme page.
When is the application deadline?
Each institution sets and publishes its own deadline for each programme, and the dates can differ between applicants from outside the EU/EEA, EU/EEA applicants and Nordic applicants. Confirm the date for your own situation on the programme page at University of Agder.
What does it cost?
No annual fee is listed for this programme. Degree students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland normally pay tuition at Norwegian institutions, and the fees vary by institution and programme, so ask University of Agder what applies to you. For students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland the record shows no tuition fee. Fees are in NOK as the institution lists them. Every student also pays a semester fee of about NOK 1,000 to the student welfare organisation linked to the institution.
Do I need a permit to study there?
Students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland need a study permit from the Norwegian Directorate of Immigration (UDI). UDI asks for proof of admission, housing and funds of NOK 15,488 a month or NOK 170,368 a year (2026/27), on top of any tuition fee. A study permit allows work of up to 20 hours a week during term and full time in the holidays. Students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland register with the police within three months of arrival instead.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Study in Norway register at studyinnorway.no, the English-programme list run by HK-dir, the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Skills. The programme page at University of Agder is linked from this page so you can compare.
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