Biology - Microbiology/ Biology | |
 | University of BergenThe University of Bergen is a young, modern university. Most of its premises are concentrated in the heart of the city of Bergen. There are about 14,500 students enrolled, and 3,200 faculty and staff |
| Course URL | http://link.uib.no/?3TTha |
| City | Bergen, Norway |
| Programme duration | 2 years |
| Programme description | Microbiology is the study of microscopic organisms: viruses, bacteria, fungi, single-cell algae and protozoa. Fundamental to the course is the study of the microorganisms' own qualities and their functions in different environments. ; The course ranges from basic research to the use of microorganisms in practical and commercial applications. The subjects also have social applications. The goal of the master program is to give an insight into the subject through theory, experiments and other relevant work, so that you get a complete understanding of the life of microorganisms. The microbiology masters program will enable you to enter into a wide range of positions where microbiology is relevant. |
| Application deadline | Self-financing applicants: Application deadline for applicants from a non-visa country (do not need a visa to enter Norway) is 1 April for the autumn semester/1 October for the spring semester. Applicants from a visa-country (need a visa to enter Norway) have to apply before 1 December for the following academic year.; Applicants for the Quota Sheme: 1 December for the following academic year. |
| Nokut certification | no |
| Formal prerequisites | a) Completed an undergraduate study of at least three years (B.Sc.) from an approved institution of higher education, or an equivalent background accepted by the University of Bergen. b) Competence in biology corresponding to 60 ECTS (1 year) of introductory biology. c) English proficiency must be documented according to specified requirements. |
| Subject area | Biology |
| Degree level | Master |
| Credits | 120 |
| Language of teaching | English |
