Program Overview
The Animal Genetics and Breeding at Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Animal Genetics and Breeding programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Norway and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Location: Ã s, Norway
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Animal Genetics and Breeding programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Aquaculture Breeding and Genetic Theory
- Molecular Biology (lecture spoken in Norwegian)
- Laboratory Course in Molecular Biology
- Eucaryot Molecular Biology
- Population Genetics and Molecular Evolution
- Molecular Genomics
- Statisctical Genomics
- Models and Algorithms in Bioinformatics
- Genome Analysis, Methodology
- Statistical Analysis
- Animal Breeding Plans
- Theory and Application of Inbreeding Management
- Genetic Basis of Biodiversity
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
The M-ABG programme is open for motivated students with a bachelor degree or equivalent in Animal Sciences, Biology or related fields,who like to specialize in the field of Animal Breeding and Genetics. The application must include a motivation letter. An interview will be conducted as part of the admission process.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2001-12-17
About Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)
Ås, Norway
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University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-08-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months