Overview
The University of Agder has a strong team of experts in mathematics and mathematics education, and in 2013 was awarded the status of National Centre of Excellence in Teaching Mathematics (MatRIC) from the Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education, NOKUT. The Master’s programme in Mathematics is offered at University of Agder.
Career:
The master's specialisation in pure mathematics will prepare you for a career in mathematics and mathematical research. There is significant demand for qualified mathematicians in modern society, and employment opportunities are found in information technology, engineering, finance, economics, and insurance. Employers in a society characterised by constant change value mathematicians with the ability to quickly understand new issues.Programme Structure
Courses include:- Differential Equations
- Statistical Machine Learning
- Linear Algebra
- Research on Learning and Teaching of Mathematics
- Digital Tools in Mathematics Teaching
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , EEA/EU
- Apply before , National
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- Nordic citizens and applicants with a permanent or renewable residence permit in Norway: From 15 January - 15 April.
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Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Mathematics Applied Mathematics Teaching View 3 other Masters in Teaching in NorwayAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
The general requirement is completed bachelor’s degree, cand.mag.- degree, or other degree or vocational education with a scope of minimum 3 years’ duration.
Academic basis
Either:
- For applicants with a 4-year: General Teacher Education Programme: 90 credits in Mathematics
- For applicants with a 4-year or 5-year Primary (grades 1-7) and Lower Secondary (grades 5-10) Teacher Education Programme: 60 credits in Mathematics and 30 credits relevant mathematical subjects where calculus and statistics are included
Or:
- For applicants with a bachelor’s degree or similar: Mathematics as a major subject of at least 80 credits
Minimum grade requirements
- A weighted, average grade of C or better is required, see Regulations concerning admission to programmes and courses at the University of Agder, § 24. The grade requirement is calculated from the academic basis in mathematics as described in subsection 1.
Tuition Fee
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International
162 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 81 EUR per semester during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
FreeTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 0 EUR per semester during 24 months.
- There are no tuition fees at UiA.
- International degree seeking students must pay a semester fee of approximately NOK 800 per semester
Living costs for Kristiansand
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.