Marine Studies in norway. www.studyinnorway.no

Marine Studies in norway. www.studyinnorway.no

The University Centre in Svalbard p. 20 University of Tromsø/ Norwegian College of Fisheries Science p. 28 Bodø University College p. 8 A Sustainable Career Marine Studies in Norway Norway is signified by the sea and the country s long and irregular coastline of 25,148 km. The ocean has been a natural source for work, income, settlement and transportation throughout the country s history. Today, the marine sector represents one of Norway s most important industries and fields of research. The Norwegian fisheries policy and management are based on the principle of sustainable harvesting of the marine living resources. Sustainable harvest depends on healthy marine ecosystems. Maintaining the health of the sea is therefore a fundamental principle for all activities concerning fishing, aquaculture, seafood safety and resource management. Aalesund University College p. 32 Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration p. 10 University in Bergen p. 22 University of Stavanger p. 26 Norwegian University of Science and Technology p. 16 Sogn og Fjordane University College p. 18 Norwegian University of Life Sciences p. 14 Norwegian School of Veterinary Science p. 12 In Norway there are: - 7 accredited universities - 6 accredited specialised universities - 24 accredited university colleges - 2 accredited national institutes of the arts - 29 private institutions of higher education with either institutional- or programme accreditation - 2 accredited university centres Norwegian universities and university colleges that offer marine-related studies in English Norwegian universities and universitiy colleges Studies and research related to the oceans This publication presents the programmes and courses aimed at international students within the marine field. The programmes and courses listed in this guide are taught in English and have no tuition fees. Norwegian universities and university colleges offer programmes and courses within the field of fisheries and marine resources management (related to quotas, seafood safety and nutrition) and industry-related research such as aquaculture and biotechnology. The oceans are one of the top thematic priorities in Norwegian research and innovation policy. Through a wide range of research initiatives and study programmes, Norway seeks to strenghten its position as a leading country in research on marine ecosystems and provide a scientific basis for long-term management and economic growth of the marine resources. The excellency and solid experience in the area of marine research and fisheries management makes Norway an interesting destination for international students who wants to pursue a career in this field. Welcome to Norway! Contents Norway. A great place to study p. 4 Marine research in Norway p. 6 Study programmes in English p. 8-34

4-5 NORWAY. A GREAT PLACE TO STUDY Student mobility and international cooperation are key objectives for Norway. Higher education institutions offer around 200 Masters programmes taught in English, and currently around 12,000 foreign students are studying and preparing for their future careers in Norway. Norway s about 70 universities and university colleges offer a wide range of programmes within different subject areas. Almost 200 Masters programmes are taught in English and many of the universities and university colleges also offer courses in English at Bachelor and Ph.D. level. Look up and discover Norway The portal www.studyinnorway.no is the official gateway to higher education in Norway for foreign students. This web site and several printed publications provide a wide range of information regarding studies and research in Norway, such as study programmes, application and admission requirements, visa, residence permits, scholarships, language requirements, etc. Entry to Norwegian universities and university colleges normally requires successful prior completion of the three-year upper secondary school programme. With the exception of some private university colleges, all higher education institutions are state-run. As a rule, there are no tuition fees for higher education in Norway. Nevertheless, fees may be charged for certain professional education programmes and special programmes, and by some of the private institutions. DEGREE SYSTEM The degree system of the Bologna Process based on the Bachelor, Master and Ph.D. structure has been successfully implemented in Norway, together with the ECTS credits system. By adapting to the European standard in higher education it has become easier for students who complete all or part of their education in Norway to obtain recognition of their qualifications in other countries. Achieve. Enjoy. As an international student in Norway you will participate in an excellent knowledge environment and achieve great academic profit. But that is not the only reason why you should choose Norway. It is the combined experience of learning and living, of aspiration and inspiration, of achievement and enjoyment that makes Norway such a unique and great place to study. Photo: Trygve Poppe/Norwegian School of Veterinary Science

6-7 Marine Research in Norway Marine research is one of the top thematic priorities in Norwegian research and innovation policy. Norwegian research groups are at the international forefront in key areas, such as aquaculture research. The higher education institutions and a number of independent research institutes, in cooperation with the Research Council of Norway and the industry, are conducting a wide range of scientific initiatives to strenghten Norway s position as a leading country in research on marine ecosystems and aquaculture and a central contributor to the knowledge base on marine environment and the scientific basis for long-term management and economic growth of the marine resources. Centres of Excellence Centre for Geobiology www.geobio.uib.no Bjerknes Centre for Climate Research www.bjerknes.uib.no Research institutes and networks: The Research Council of Norway: www.rcn.no Institute of Marine Research (IMR): www.imr.no/english/main National Institute of Nutrition and Seafood Research (NIFES): www.nifes.no The National Veterinary Institute: www.vetinst.no SINTEF/Marin: www.sintef.no/home/marine Nofima: www.nofima.no ARCTOS: www.nfh.uit.no/arctos The North American freshwater sunfish (Lepomis gibbosus) was first discovered in Norway in October 2005. The effects of introducing this and other new species to an ecosystem are currently being explored by researchers. Photo: Trygve Poppe//Norwegian School of Veterinary Science Centres for Research-based Innovation (CRIs) CREATE-SFI in Aquaculture Technology MabCent Marine bioactives and drug discovery Photo: Trygve Poppe//Norwegian School of Veterinary Science

8-9 Bodø University College (HBO) Acronym HBO Institution type State university college Street address Mørkvedtråkket 30 Postal code N-8049 bodø, Norway Phone +47 75 51 76 77 Fax +47 75 51 72 68 E-mail international@hibo.no Web site www.hibo.no/english study. play. Marine Education at HiBO The Faculty of Biosciences and Aquaculture (FBA) offers undergraduate programmes in the areas of aquaculture, fisheries, biology and export marketing and undergraduate semester packages in biology, ecology and aquaculture for international students. On graduate level we offer and a master s degree in aquaculture taught in English. By the end of 2008, FBA expects to start a Ph.D. programme in aquaculture. Being located on the seaside, Bodø offers a perfect environment for studies within biology, fisheries and aquaculture. FBA is one of the leading academic institutions within marine biosciences in Norway and has very good facilities for training and research. The faculty has modern laboratories on campus and an excellent biological research station, located only a 15 minutes walk from campus. More information about the courses and programmes taught in English: www.hibo.no/index.php?id=12453 Photo: Johan Wildhagen/ Innovasjon Norge

10-11 Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration (NHH) Founded in 1936, NHH (the Norwegian School of Economics and Business Administration) is the oldest and leading business school in Norway. The institution has over 2,500 students, most of whom continue from their Bachelor studies in economics and business administration onto one of the specialised Master of Science options at NHH to obtain the combined Norwegian qualification of Siviløkonom. Other programmes include graduate and doctoral programmes in economics, management, accounting and business analysis. NHH also has the longest established Executive MBA programme in Norway, with specialisations including strategic leadership, brand management, and financial control and management. Acronym NHH Institution type Specialised university institution Street address Helleveien 30 Postal code N-5045 Bergen, Norway Phone +47 55 95 93 00 Fax +47 55 95 97 41 E-mail int.stud@nhh.no Web site www.nhh.no Master in Energy, Natural Resources and the Environment Duration/ECTS credits: 2 years (120 ECTS credits) Location: Bergen Master in Energy, Natural Resources and the Environment is one of eight specialisations in the two-year MSc in Economics and Business Administration programme at NHH, and is wholly taught in English. Future development and prosperity is largely dependant upon access to energy sources and secure, reliable supplies of natural resources. Exploitation of these resources has an impact on the environment, and the balance between these is becoming a critical factor in the business world where business sustainability is increasingly defined by factors which go beyond the bottom line. The goal of the specialisation in Energy, Natural Resources and the Environment is to educate the next generation of interdisciplinary managers in the study of energy and natural resource development and environmental impact. Students are specifically taught the range of methods and subjects necessary to understand, advance, and critique important issues stemming from the interaction of humans and the environment. More information: www.nhh.no/msc Courses on Master s level: (only available for master students enrolled at NHH) ENE420 Economic decision models ENE421 The Energy, Resource and Environmental Industrial Sector ENE422 Financial Aspects of energy and commodity markets ENE423 Environmental economics ENE424 Design and Operation of Deregulated Electricity Markets ENE425 Alternative Energy Sources in Physical Environmental and Economical Perspectives ENE426 Economics of Climate Change ENE427 Land Use and Natural Resources SAM460 Petroleum and Natural Gas Economics SAM468 International Fisheries Management ENE450 Seminar: Environmental accounting and carbon trading ENE451 Seminar: Risk Management and Safety ENE452 Seminar: Global Aspects of Climate Change and Ethical Callenges ENE453 Seminar: Creativity and Innovations FIE439 Empirical Analyses of Finance and Resource Markets INB426 Shipping Economics More information: www.nhh.no/fag Summer School at NHH: ELE425 - Natural Resource Management: The Norwegian Model (Summer School) www.nhh.no/study-at-nhh/graduate-summer-school.aspx

Norwegian School of Veterinary Science (NVH) First established in 1935, the Norwegian School of Veterinary Science (NVH) is the sole institution educating veterinary surgeons and veterinary nurses in Norway. The school is also responsible for the major part of all veterinary research conducted in the country. NVH is a state owned, autonomous institution of higher education, with university level status. The school has a student body of 470, including 80 doctoral students. discover. recover. Acronym NVH Institution type Specialised university institution Postal address P.O. Box 8146 Dep Postal code N-0033 Oslo, Norway Phone +47 22 96 45 00 Fax +47 22 59 73 09 E-mail post@veths.no Web site www.veths.no Master of Aquatic Medicine Duration/ECTS credits: 2 years (120 ECTS credits) Location: Oslo : The Master of Aquatic Medicine will give the candidate a good basis for understanding and practicing fish health management and disease control. The courses focus on the medical disciplines and give an introduction to fish diseases (fish pathology), fish nutrition, fish genetics and disease control. The first year of study also includes a compulsory course in research methodology. The master thesis work will be carried out during the second year of the programme. After completion of the programme the candidate will have a strong basis for acting as a competence provider to a global and growing industry marine bio-production. More information: www.veths.no/105/english/masters-degrees Photo: Terje Rakke/ Nordic Life AS/ Innovasjon Norge

14-15 Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) is recognised as a leading international centre of knowledge. The core responsibilities are higher education and research within environmental- and biosciences. The University s main specialisation areas are: biology, food, environment, land use and natural resource management. In total, UMB has some 2,800 students of which about 248 are PhD students. Acronym UMB Institution type Specialised University Institution Postal address P.O. Box 5003 Postal code N-1432 Aas, Norway Phone +47 64 96 50 00 Fax +47 64 96 50 01 E-mail postmottak@umb.no Web site www.umb.no MSc in Acuaculture Duration/ ECTS credits: 2 years/ 120 ECTS credits Location: Aas : The candidates of the Master s degree in Applied Aquaculture are future professionals in management of fish farming support industries, administration, and those interested in further higher-level education and research. The Master s programme will emphasize most of the biological and technological aspects of aquaculture, and will include transfer of results from ongoing research. MSc in Feed Manufacturing Technology Duration/ ECTS credits: 2 years/ 120 ECTS credits Location: Aas : A graduate with a Master s degree in Feed Manufacturing Technology will have competence covering the key factors in feed production, both for domestic animals, fish and companion animals. The programme focuses on topics aimed at understanding key processes and processing equipment, feed ingredients and feed formulation. Students will get hands-on experience with the various types of equipment and production lines by fully integrating the possibilities offered by the Centre for Feed Technology in the programme. Teaching and training will partly be based on lectures, but a considerable part will be offered as demonstrations and training in groups. More information: www.umb.no/756 Other courses AKA250 Organization of Breeding programme in Aquaculture (English on request) (5.0 ECTS) AKA310 Fish Breeding, Reproduction and Gene Technology (English) (10.0 ECTS) AKE310 Aquaculture Nutrition (English) (10.0 ECTS) AKX252 Introduction to Disease Control in Aquatic Populations (English on request) (10.0 ECTS) AKX255 Marine Ecosystems (English on request) (5.0 ECTS) AKX300 Aquaculture, Special Course (English) (5.0 ECTS) BIN350 Genome Analysis, Methodology (English on request) (5.0 ECTS) More information: www.umb.no/7719

16-17 Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) As the name states, the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), is a centre for technological education and research in Norway, with a solid foundation in the natural sciences. This tradition is interwoven with broadly based expertise in the classical university disciplines of the humanities, medicine and the social sciences. At the same time, NTNU offers the widest range of education in subjects such as music, visual arts and architecture, of all the universities in Norway. with the abiotic environment and with other organisms in the marine ecosystem. (4) Environmental analysis and environmental technology which offers beside the title of the specialisation - knowledge including environmental management and environmental policy, resource economics, life cycle assessment and eco efficiency. The study also offers a multidisciplinary orientation with further specialisation within environmental analysis, focusing on discharge and effects and technology in water quality and water cleansing. More information: www.ntnu.no/studies/msc-marine-coastal-development Acronym NTNU Institution typ University Street address Høgskoleringen 1 Postal code N-7491 Trondheim, Norway Phone +47 73 59 50 00 Fax +47 73 59 53 10 E-mail postmottak@adm.ntnu.no Web site www.ntnu.no/english Master of Science in Marine Costal Development Duration/ ECTS credits: 2 years/ 120 ECTS credits Location: Trondheim The Master of Science in Marine Coastal Development programme is a two-year international multidisciplinary programme that offers specialisation in four lines of study: (1) Aquaculture which focuses on environmental concerns, integrated aquaculture, design and management of sea farms and aquaculture cybernetics. This programme also offers further specialisation within marine aquaculture and aquaculture technology. (2) Fisheries and marine resources which is based on current challenges concerning the value chain in the fisheries and processing of marine resources. This programme also offers the following areas of specialisations: Processing of marine resources, design of fishing vessels and equipment and analyses of fishing fleet capacity development and environmental impacts. (3) Marine biology and biochemestry will give the students a broad understanding of the biodiversity of marine organisms, including their interaction

18-19 Sogn og Fjordane University College (Hisf) Sogn og Fjordane University College offers studies in: engineering and sciences, health studies, social sciences, sports, teacher education, tourism, languages, economics and management. Mountain to Fjord course provides additional qualification for students of biology, geography, geology and environmental sciences. More information: www.hisf.no/m2fjord Acronym HiSF Institution type University college Street address Fossvegen 6 Postal code N-6851 Sogndal, Norway Phone +47 57 67 60 00 Fax +47 57 67 61 00 E-mail post@hisf.no Web site www.hisf.no/en/internasjonalisering From Mountain to Fjord Geology and Ecology of Western Norway Duration/ ECTS credits: one semester of fulltime study; fall every year; usually between 15 and 20 international students participate per year, 30 ECTS credits Location: Sogndal Course description Continuously deposited marine sediments of fjord basins are the ideal place for studying the development of environmental change on high resolution. Undisturbed fjord sediment cores are taken in local fjords. The sedimentation history is interpreted throughout the semester in relation to pre-defined environmental issues, including sources and effects of marine pollution. This interpretation is based on a holistic reconstruction of the ecological and geochemical record of environmental change, including sources on land, in the water column and in the sediment. The course works out the significance of marine geological long term investigations on the interpretation of observed ecological short term variations on land. The target group consists of international Bachelor students who wish to take an interdisciplinary education unit in Norway. This also includes students within the European Erasmus exchange programme and Norwegian students. The From

20-21 The University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS) Svalbard (78 N) is the northernmost location on earth that can easily be visited at any time of the year. UNIS offers students a unique opportunity to study and learn the Arctic from within. As the only higher education institution in the High Arctic, UNIS can offer students from all over the world excellent opportunity to study the Arctic in the Arctic! UNIS receives about 320 students per year and 50 per cent of those are international students. Acronym UNIS Institution type University centre Address PB 156 Postal code 9171 Longyearbyen, Norway Phone: +47 79 02 33 00 Fax: +47 79 02 33 01 Email: post@unis.no Web URL: www.unis.no Undergraduate courses AB-202 Marine Arctic Biology (15 ECTS) AB-203 Arctic Environmental Management (15 ECTS) AB-204 Polar Ecology and Population Biology (15 ECTS) Graduate courses: AB-320 Marine Zooplankton and Sympagic Fauna of Svalbard Waters (10 ECTS) AB-321 Marine Benthic Fauna of Svalbard (10 ECTS) AB-323 Light, Climate and Primary Production in the Arctic (10 ECTS) More information: www.unis.no/studies/biology Petroleum-related courses taught in English Arctic Marine Biology : UNIS emphasizes the biological studies (taxonomy, diversity, ecology, physiology) of the marine fauna of Svalbard related to the physical and chemical environment. Easy access to key habitats gives students and staff at UNIS a unique opportunity to identify and quantify environmental threats in addition to basic knowledge of the Arctic. Field activities are undertaken year-round in combination with regular classroom lectures and laboratory exercises. This integrated approach provides students with a first hand experience of the biological processes and the natural history of the marine flora and fauna in an Arctic environment. Photo: Steve Coulson/UNIS Coulson/UNIS

22-23 University of Bergen (UIB) The University of Bergen is a young and modern university. The focus on international cooperation has been essential from the beginning, and has earned the institution the reputation as Norway s international university. The university aims to be a national centre for development research and contribute considerably in research related to this field. Acronym UiB Institution type University PO BOX Postboks 7800 Bergen, Norway Phone (+47) 55 58 00 00 Fax (+47) 55 58 96 43 E-mail post@uib.no Web URL www.uib.no Master s Programme in Fisheries Biology and Management (MAMN-FIFO) : The programme (120 ECTS) focuses on giving you an overview of the discipline of fisheries biology with the emphasis on how exploitation and other external factors influence the living resources in the sea. The programme will give you good knowledge of the systematics, anatomy, physiology, behaviour, development, life history and ecology of fish, in addition to oceanography and marine ecosystems. You will also gain practical experience of work in fisheries biology in the laboratory, in the field and on a research vessel. Master s Programme in Aquaculture Biology (MAMN-HAV) The programme (120 ECTS) focuses on juvenile production of salmonids and marine fish. The emphasis is on life history strategies, especially reproductive physiology and ontogeny (smoltification and metamorphosis). The programme will give you the in-depth scientific and technical skills required to study the interaction between the environment and development, growth and reproduction of important farmed species. You will gain insight into and experience of physiology, endocrinology, histology and molecular methods. You will also gain practical experience of intensive and extensive farming systems, learn about Norwegian laws and regulations for fish farming and obtain an overview of international aquaculture. Master s Programme in Marine Biology (MAMN-MAR) The programme (120 ECTS) will provide in-depth insight into and an overview of the discipline of marine biology. You can choose between three different areas within marine biology; Marine Biodiversity, Aquatic Ecology and Fish Biology. The Department of Biology at the University of Bergen is Norway s largest academic environment in marine biology. The department has laboratories with advanced research equipment, and a marine biological station in a protected fjord. We also cooperate with the Institute of Marine Research and the National Institute of Nutrition and Seafood Research. Master s Programme in Nutrition (MAMN-NU) The programme (120 ECTS) is part of UiB s aquaculture education, and it is divided into two areas of study: Nutrition of Aquatic Organisms in Aquaculture and Quality and Processing of Seafood. The programme provides in-depth understanding of the nutritional demands of fish and other farmed aquatic organisms, or insight into quality evaluation and processing of seafood, depending on the study specialisation. Master s Programme in Geophysics (MAMN-GEOF) The Master s programme in Geophysics (120 ECTS credits) at UiB is unique, because you will be introduced to both meteorology and oceanography, irrespective of which of the four specialisations you choose. You can choose between four fields of specialisations; Chemical Oceanography, Climatology, Meteorology and Physical Oceanography.

24-25 Master s Programme in Earth Science (MAMN-GEOV) The programme (120 ECTS credits) aims to give you broad general knowledge of earth science, as well as an introduction to research in your chosen speciality. The proximity to Norwegian offshore oil fields and access to two ocean-going research vessels equipped for marine geology and geophysics research, provide excellent opportunities for projects in the petroleum research and marine research fields. You can choose between four fields of specialisation affiliated to the four main research groups at the department; Marine Geoscience, Geodynamics, Petroleum Geoscience and Quaternary Geology and Paleoclimate. Master s Programme in Physics (MAMN-PHYS) The programme (120 ECTS credits) is offered in both pure and applied physics. You can choose between several specialisations or, by agreement, combine different specialisations. Choose between specialisations in Underwater acoustics, Theoretical physics and energy physics, Measurement science, Microelectronics, Nuclear physics, Optics and atomic physics, Particle physics, Space physics, Theoretical physics and energy physics. More information: www.uib.no Master s Programme in Chemistry (MAMN-KJEM) The programme (120 ECTS credits) will give you an overview of the discipline of chemistry. Marine chemistry and petroleum chemistry (environmental and organic chemistry) is one of several specialisations you can choose between. Master s Programme in Applied and Computational Mathematics (MAMN-MAB) The program (120 ECTS credits) will provide you with substantial knowledge of mathematical modelling of processes from fields in the natural sciences, industry, resource handling and other areas. The computation methods and methods of applied analysis are taken from mathematics, numerical mathematics and informatics. You will learn to estimate models and use solution methods and learn how to use them in different fields of research. You can choose between specialisations in Hydrodynamics and ocean modelling, Applied analysis, Computational mathematics, Environmental mathematics, Image processing, Mechanics and dynamic systems, Numerical mathematics, Reservoir dynamics and Inverse problems. Photo: Per Eide Studio/Norwegian sea food export council

26-27 University of Stavanger (UiS) The University of Stavanger has about 8,000 students and 900 employees. UiS also has the pleasure of having a number of research institutions in the university s immediate vicinity. Cooperation with these academic partners is of mutual benefit. Acronym UiS Institution type University Street address Kristine Bonnevies vei 30 Postal code N-4036 Stavanger, Norway Phone (+47) 51 83 10 00 Fax (+47) 51 83 10 50 E-mail admissions@uis.no Web URL www.uis.no/international MSc in Environmental Engineering (University of Stavanger) 1.2. Water Science and Technology The MSc programme in Water Science and Technology is offered to students who want to specialise in aquatic chemistry and ecology and technologies for water and wastewater treatment. The natural science and research based programme seeks to provide students with fundamental and advanced insight into aquatic chemistry, environmental biotechnology and water process engineering. Our approach is to use fundamental mass and energy balance approaches for design and operation of water and wastewater processing technologies. Successful candidates qualify for positions in governmental and private research institutions, public and private environmental management and technical consultants, and as environmental engineers within the industry. For admission requirements and additional information, please visit our website - www.uis.no/study_programmes/degree_programmes_in_english/environmental_ engineering Duration/ Credits: 2 years 120 ECTS credits Location: Stavanger The programme offers two areas of specialisation: Offshore Environmental Engineering and Water Science and Technology 1.1. Offshore Environmental Engineering Students who seek to pursue a career in the oil and gas industry or in offshore related service and research companies are offered a full time MSc degree in Offshore Environmental Engineering. The philosophy of this programme is to combine courses in offshore oil and gas exploration, production technologies and environmental management. The programme is suited for students who are interested in practical technological and administrative techniques for sustainable environmental management in the offshore industries. Successful candidates will qualify for key positions in environmental engineering and management. Photo: Arild Juul/NTNU SA

28-29 University of Tromsø (UiT) Norwegian College of Fishery Science The University of Tromsø with 6.500 students and 1.700 staff members is the northernmost university in the world and one of 6 universities in Norway. It offers a broad range of subject fields in six faculties/schools with studies in humanities, social sciences, natural sciences/mathematics/statistics/informatics, law, medical sciences and fisheries science. All the main subject areas are offered at Bachelor s, Master s and PhD level. The prioritised research subject fields are mainly related to the Arctic and subarctic regions; Northern Light and space research, fisheries research, biotechnology, multicultural societies, indigenous studies, community medicine, theoretical linguistics, among others. Acronym UiT Institution type University Street address Breiviklia Postal code N-9037 Tromsø, Norway Phone (+47) 77 64 40 00 Fax (+47) 77 64 49 00 E-mail postmottak@uit.no Web URL www.uit.no Master in Business Creation and Entrepreneurship Duration/ Credits: 2 years 120 ECTS credits Location: Tromsø Master of Science in Business Creation and Entrepreneurship integrates practical experience and theoretical expertise in marine bioscience entrepreneurship and innovation management, with in-depth understanding of product development processes in the marine biotech industry. Master s degree in international fisheries management Duration/ ECTS Credits: 2 years/ 120 ECTS credits Location: Tromsø The International Fisheries Management programme caters for students with various scientific backgrounds and nationalities. This unique programme examines multidisciplinary management problems in the exploitation of marine and freshwater resources. It is a two-year programme that includes biology, economics and social sciences. In addition there are three multidisciplinary courses including fisheries planning. The degree work includes relevant theories and case studies, examines real-life situations and makes use of laboratory work and workshops. Master in Aquaculture Duration/ ECTS Credits: 2 years/ 120 ECTS Location: Tromsø Master of Science in Aquaculture is biologically orientated, with emphasis on providing students with knowledge about responsible environmental management practices and sustainable production of fish and other aquatic organisms. Master in Biology (Aquatic BioSciences) Duration/ ECTS credits: 2 years/ 120 ECTS Location: Tromsø Master of Science in biology at NCFS covers three fields of study: freshwater ecology; fisheries biology and technology and marine ecology.

30-31 PhD (Philosophiae Doctor) Duration/ ECTS credits: 3 years/ 180 ECTS credits Location: Tromsø The PhD degree, offered by all faculties and the Norwegian College of Fishery Science, is an organised research programme representing 180 credits (ECTS). The doctoral degree is scheduled to take three years of full-time study. BIO-8504 ARCTOS Colloquium (5 ECTS) BIO-8505 Advanced Course in Marine Botany (20 ECTS) SOK-8000 Advanced Fisheries Economics - (5 ECTS) SOK-8001 Ecosystems, Management and Marine Reserves - (5 ECTS) For admission requirements and additional information, please visit: http//:uit.no/english/7779 Courses on bachelor level BIO-2504 Fish Physiology (10 ECTS) BIO-2506 Introduction to Fish Biology (10 ECTS) BIO-2508 Aquaculture I (10 ECTS) BIO-2511 Project Thesis in Aquatic Biology (10 ECTS) BIO-2512 Project Thesis in Aquatic Ecology (20 ECTS) BIO-2515 Introduction to Aquatic Biology (5 ECTS) Courses on master level BIO-3502 Experimental Design in Aquatic Biology (10 ECTS) BIO-3506 Top-predatores (10 ECTS) BIO-3507 Marine Pollution in the Arctic and Adjacent Environments (10 ECTS) BIO-3516 The Biological Basis of Fisheries Science (10 ECTS) BIO-3517 Aquatic Ecophysiology (20 ECTS) BIO-3541 Fish Physiology (special elective) (5 ECTS) BIO-3556 Fishery Biology and Harvest Technology (10 ECTS) MTE-3001 Fishing Vessel Designs and Technology (20 ECTS) SVF-3555 Fisheries Planning and Development (10 ECTS) SOK-3554 Resource economics and project evaluation SVF-3554 A social science perpective on fisheries management and development BIO-3557 Fisheries ecology SOK-3555 Fisheries economics FSK-3005 Fisheries profiles FSK-3006 Model theory and data processing methods FSK-3007 Fisheries management Courses on PhD level BIO-8501 Aquatic Physiology (10 ECTS) BIO-8502 Arctic Marine Ecosystem Research Network (ARCTOS Workshop) (5 ECTS) BIO-8503 ARCTOS Marine Ecological Research Course (5 ECTS) Photo: Trygve Poppe/Norwegian School of Veterinary Science

Aalesund University College (AAUC) AAUC is located in the heart of the marine sector in the Western part of Norway. Acronym AAUC Institution type University College Address Serviceboks 17 Postal code N-6025 Aalesund, Norway Phone: +47 70 16 12 00 Fax: +47 70 16 13 00 Email: postmottak@hials.no Web site: www.hials.no/eng Bachelor Programme in Marine Biotechnology Duration/ Credits: 3 years/ 180 ECTS credits Location: Aalesund AAUC offers a 3 years professional Bachelor Programme in Marine Biotechnology fully in English. Marine Biotechnology serves to unite the fields of marine biology and modern molecular and cellular work methods. The aim of the Bachelor Programme is to give the students basic understanding of life processes in a biotechnological perspective, how to exploit marine resource to produce active biological substances, to understand and combat marine biofouling, and to understand and prevent the causes of diseases on fish and other marine animals. More information: www.hials.no/eng Photo: Trygve Poppe/Norwegian School of Veterinary Science

Scholarships Most Norwegian institutions have various bilateral agreements with foreign institutions of higher education. These agreements are usually designed for the mutual exchange of students, researchers and teachers. However, there are national programmes that offer scholarships and other types of funding for international students wishing to study in Norway. Certain restrictions and prerequisites apply for all these programmes. Updates are available on: www.studyinnorway.no/tuition_scholarships Sources of information Ministry of Fisheries and Coastal Affairs: www.regjeringen.no/en/dep/fkd.html?id=257 Fisheries.no www.fisheries.no Norway Portal www.norway.info The Research Council of Norway: www.rcn.no The Official Norwegian Trade Portal: www.nortrade.no Photo: Malin Daase/UNIS

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