Contents of the programme The first year of the study program ensures a broad theoretical basis for the master thesis. A course in experimental molecular microbiology is mandatory, in addition to at least one course in environmental microbiology, mycology or pathogenic microorganisms.
You can also select courses in microscopy, and molecular, biochemical or chemical methods.
You do a master thesis of 60 credits (ECTS), alternatively 30 credits (ECTS). A special syllabus related to the master thesis is mandatory.
What will I learn? Your MSc degree may be in areas of basic or applied microbial research. At campus Ås there are internationally recognised research groups with expertise in microbial gene technology, enzyme function, horizontal gene transfer and quorum sensing.
There is also focus on applied food microbiology concerning pathogens, hygiene, probiotics and food production.
In environmental microbiology, the biogeochemical processes are important, e. g. the formation of climate gases, and combustion of organic components.
It is possible to use microorganisms for bioremediation and for the conversion of waste to useful compounds.
What can you use this qualification for? With a Master of Science degree in Microbiology you qualify for employment in both public and private institutions, in biotechnological, medical and food industry, in private or public research and development.
Microbiologists are in demand as consultants in public communities and in private institutions. The MSc degree in Microbiology qualifies for PhD-studies.
Admission and Requirements A Bachelor’s degree in biotechnology or equivalent qualifies. To a certain extent lacking and essential bachelor courses are allowed as a part of the Master’s degree. The study coordinator performs this assessment.
Admittance requires a mean level of grade C (ECTS) or better in your Bachelor’s degree.
For more information? • Information about application and general questions about the study: Student Information Centre (SiT) P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway tlf.: +47 94 96 61 00 e-mail: opptak@umb.no internett: www.umb.no/sit
• More information about the programme/courses: The Department of Chemistry, Biotechnology and Food Science (IKBM) P.O. Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway Study coordinator Janne Beate Utåker phone: +47 64 96 58 25
