Program Overview
The Global Development and Planning at University of Agder is a MBA programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Global Development and Planning programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Norway and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Location: Kristiansand, Norway
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Global Development and Planning programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Development Management
- Planning and Global Change
- Global Environment Issues
- Current Development Issues
- Management in Sustainable Development - Theories and Concepts
- Research Methods in Development Studies
- Communication, Mobility and Globalization
- Urbanisme - life and planning
- Mobility, space and identity
- Gender, culture and everyday life
- Research Methods in Development Studies
- Planning for Local and Regional Development
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Bachelor\xc2\x92s degree with\xc2\xa0a major subject of at least 80 credits within Social Sciences with at least 20 credits at supplementary level. A\xc2\xa0weighed, average grade of C or better is required.
Please note that if you come from a country outside the EU/EEA and wish to study this master programme, you must apply for a residence permit/study permit\xc2\xa0to live in Norway during your studies. This applies although part of the programme is taught online.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2001-03-18
About University of Agder
University of Agder
Kristiansand, Norway
The University of Agder, formerly known as Agder College and Agder University College, is a public university with campuses in Kristiansand and Grimstad, Norway. The institution was established as...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-03-18
- Start Date 2018-08-14
- Language English
- Duration 24 months