Aquaculture (Akvakultur)

Aquaculture (Akvakultur)

Master of science (2 year) Full time

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Gisle Bjørneby, UMB

The aquaculture industry is an innovation driven industry with a lot of possibilities; both within business and research.

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Requirements

A bachelor's degree or equivalent

Application deadline:

April 15th
International applicants:
December 1st

Study start
Autumn 2023
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Admission Office:
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Phone:  67 23 01 11

The study starts with introduction courses in physiology, health care and water quality, before the fundamentals of genetics and breeding, fish nutrition and also practical and theoretical aspects of fish production and technology is covered.

The aim of the study is to give the students broad practical and theoretical knowledge in different fields, before they complete their master thesis within a focus area, which can be chosen from fish breeding, fish nutrition, production technology or another area of interest, e.g. water or product quality.

The master thesis project is normally taken over one year and offers great flexibility in terms of project type and location.

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Job opportunities

Manager in the fish farming industry, quality control, governmental or extension positions, developing new aquaculture species, managing breeding programs, sales or administration.

The Master degree is also a stepping stone to an academic career.

Learning outcomes

The program gives you broad and interdisciplinary strength and specialisation in subjects of your choice.

We offer courses in fish breeding, fish nutrition and planning and design of aquacultural plants, and you will get insight and knowledge about how those components/factors affect the effectiveness of production and influence the economic yield.

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Admission requirements

Applicants must hold a Bachelor degree in Aquaculture or equivalent education that includes basic knowledge in statistic/mathematics, chemistry/physics and 60 credits in biology.

Applicants with an engineering and other relevant background are evaluated individually. 

The following compulsory requirements must be in place for the application to be considered:

  • A motivation letter specifically aimed at the program
  • A weighted, average grade of minimum Norwegian C (from the Bachelor's degree) is required at NMBU to be qualified for applying to Master's degree
  • English language ability in accordance with the NMBU regulations

Applicants who have already completed a master degree will not be prioritized.

Study structure

Education plan master in Aquaculture

  • Master’s degree is awarded on 120 credits (2 years fulltime study)
  • 15 credits compulsory courses at 300-level
  • Courses at 200 and 300 level are accepted in the master
  • Master thesis of 30 or 60 credits is compulsory

More information about master thesis can be found here:

Study content

Social relevance:

The aquaculture industry world-wide develops fast. The industry requires leading knowledge of breeding, nutrition, engineering, product quality, animal welfare and economics at a MSc level.

Learning outcomes:

A candidate who has completed the education is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes, defined in knowledge, skills and competence:

Knowledge:

  • Be equipped to summarize theory and practice to meet challenges in industry and society, such as resource-efficient food production, the environment and animal welfare
  • Problem-solving expertise in aquaculture production and business development
  • Dealing with complex sustainability challenges in the aquaculture industry
  • Have the ability to synthesize and utilize acquired knowledge in complex aquaculture matters

Skills:

  • Have in-depth knowledge in one or more of the fields of production biology, production technology and feed technology applied in aquaculture

Competence:

  • Be able to apply their knowledge to solve practical farming challenges, participate in development and research tasks, and follow knowledge development and innovation in the aquaculture industry

Contents and structure:

The master's program consists of courses in fish breeding, fish nutrition, fish health, product quality, aquaculture technology, and planning and design of aquaculture facilities. The degree ends with a master's thesis of 30 or 60 ECTS.

Learning activities:

Teaching methods are varied and include lectures, field trips, group work, independent studies and exercises and seminars by students.

Evaluation:

Final oral or written examinations, assigment or continuous assessment or portfolio.

Admission requirements:

Applicants must hold a Bachelor degree in Aquaculture or equivalent education that includes basic knowledge in statistic/mathematics, chemistry/physics and 60 credits in biology.

Applicants with an engineering and other relevant background are evaluated individually.

The following compulsory requirements must be in place for the application to be considered:

  • A motivation letter specifically aimed at the program
  • A weighted, average grade of minimum Norwegian C (from the Bachelor's degree) is required at NMBU to be qualified for applying to Master's degree
  • English language ability in accordance with the NMBU regulations

Applicants who have already completed a master degree will not be prioritized.

Cooperation with other institutions:

During the program, you will meet external partners in the form of guest lectures, master's theses, visits, excursions, etc. Internship with external partners is possible.

Arrangements, incoming exchange students:

Lectures are given in English.