Master's Degree Programme, 2 years

MSc in Biotechnology

- About the programme

Foto: Geir Mogen /NTNUBiotechnology involves studies of molecules, cells and organisms  with the aim of understanding how biological processes work, and  to be able to develop methods for production of biomolecules like   vaccines, enzymes, plants and many others. New and advanced methods of analysis make it possible to study biological reactions  and systems better than just a few years ago.

The science programme in biotechnology is aimed towards the scientific research with focus on cell- and molecular biology, biochemistry and microbiology. One of the objectives is to give the students an in-depth understanding of the biological processes in bacteria, plants and animals and possible applications of these processes.

During the course of the study it will be placed emphasis on practical skills in central courses such as cell- and molecular biology, biochemistry and microbiology in addition to research training. The latter includes statement of testable hypotheses, strategies for testing, collecting data, and interpretation of the results. The master study contain a theoretical and methodical dimension that can be translated to other scientific areas.

This programme is suitable for you if you have a bachelor's degree in cell- and molecular biology,
a bachelor's degree in bioengineering or food technology from Norwegian university colleges or education corresponding to 3 years of study within biotechnology or biochemistry.

International master's programmes

– admission for autumn 2012

Applicants with a first degree from Norway or one of the other Nordic countries as well as Norwegian and Nordic citizens: Please refer to these admission procedures within 15th of April.

The preliminary application deadline for admission in autumn 2012 has passed for applicants with a first degree from other countries than the Nordic countries. The application form for admission in the autumn semester of 2013 will be available from october 2012.