Master i rettsvitenskap

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.

UiA has been taking students on the  since 2011, and there is already an active student community and high levels of engagement among law students.

The Master's programme in law at UiA offers a comprehensive legal education with a strong focus on the influence of law on society. It provides a broad general education and the opportunity for an international profile with specializations in EU/EØS law, human rights, and comparative law. Students can also choose more business-oriented legal subjects such as tax law and corporate law.

The programme includes a research project and practical training, which provides students with advanced knowledge of how Norwegian law is influenced by international commitments and equips them to make legal and comparative assessments of legal rules. Students can choose from a variety of elective courses, including EU and EEA Commercial Law, Comparative Law, and International Human Rights Law and Institutions. Student can also opt for a 60-studiepoeng master thesis.

This Master's programme prepares students for a wide range of careers in the legal field, including roles in public administration, international organizations, and the private sector. The programme also offers opportunities for exchange studies with partner institutions, providing students with a global perspective and the chance to build an international network.