Ocean Resources - Master's Programme
Ocean Resources
Ocean Resources (Master's Programme)
- MasterFull time, 2 years
- Location
Trondheim
- Requirements See Admission
- Max. places See Admission
- LanguageEnglish
- Apply before See Admission
Do you want to make a real impact on the planet?
The MSc in Ocean Resources (MSOCEAN) at NTNU is designed for students who want to establish a career in marine science and sustainable aquaculture, take care about sustainability, innovation, and the future of our oceans.
This two-year international master’s program combines different aspects of marine science including aquaculture, fisheries, oceanography, ecology and enabling observational technology to give you the skills to tackle global challenges. You’ll learn how to protect and manage ocean resources responsibly, while gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge research and industry partners.
Why choose MSOCEAN?
• Dive into marine science, and sustainable aquaculture.
• Build interdisciplinary expertise in biology, bio-technology, and ocean resources management.
• Connect with Norway’s leading marine research communities and industry networks.
What will you learn?
What will you learn?
This is what you’ll learn:
- Become familiar with research being conducted in marine biology, aquaculture, fisheries and food science, and the related research in marine technology.
- Understand the biological or technological theories and methods that are relevant for a master project that extends over one or two semesters.
- Become familiar with the complex interactions in the marine environment and the interdisciplinary needed in marine and food science.
- Become able to discuss and see biological issues and challenges from a societal perspective.
- Understand and become able to explain the research and analytical methods within a specialization.
What can you become?
What can you become?
Graduates are in high demand across aquaculture, marine technology companies, and government agencies managing ocean resources, as well as research institutions. With NTNU’s strong research environment and industry connections, you’ll be ready to shape the future of sustainable ocean use—locally and globally.
Study environment
Study environment
You’ll find the faculty centrally situated at Gløshaugen campus, close to Trondheim city center. As a student enrolled in this programme, you will have access to state-of-the-art facilities, marine laboratories for culture of aquaculture species, computer labs, research laboratories and platforms (research vessels).
Programme structure
Programme structure
The Master of Science programme in Ocean Resources (MSOCEAN) is a two-year international multidisciplinary MSc-programme with 3 specializations:
- Ocean Resources in Natural Science (60 credit thesis)
- Ocean Resources in Engineering Science (30 credit thesis)
- NTNU/DTU Sustainable Aquaculture (30 credit thesis)
The programme aims to give the students a broad perspective besides their main in-depth field in marine science or marine engineering.
Admission
Admission
If you want to take a master’s in marine science at a marine biology university, you must have the right background. It is crucial to ensure you meet all the requirements before seeking admission at NTNU.
You will need a BSc/BEng degree or equivalent to apply for Master in Ocean Resources in areas related to marine such as:
- Marine Technology
- Marine Biology
- Marine Biochemistry
- Aquaculture
Contact
Contact
Our student advisors are free to be contacted for all questions about the programme, i. e., compulsory and optional subjects, exams, deadlines, etc. Please contact the advisors if you have any questions.