General information

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B ac h el o r a n d M as te r P ro g ra m m es N o rw eg ia n U ni ve rs it y o f L ife S cie n ce s ( u m b)

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Bachelor`s degree programmes

09 Development studies

Master`s degree programmes

15 Agroecology 19 Aquaculture

23 Development and Natural Resource Economics 27 Development Studies

31 Ecology - General

35 Ecology - Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources 39 Economics

43 European Master - Animal Breeding and Genetics 45 Feed Manufacturing Technology

49 International Environmental Studies

53 Mathematical Sciences- Computational Biology 57 Plant Sciences

61 Radioecology

General information

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Norwegian University of Life Sciences

Founded in 1859 as the only Norwegian agricultural post-graduate college, the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) is now recognised as a leading international centre of knowledge, focused on higher education and research within environmental- and biological sciences. UMB focuses specifically on:

• biology

• food

• environment

• land use and natural resource management

UMB together with other research institutes established in Ås

make up Norway`s largest bio-science cluster and provides

state-of-the-art knowledge on a broad range of disciplines.

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UMB’s Vision Statement is

Through education and research, the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB) shall contribute to sustaining the livelihood of present and future generations.

UMB’s Main Objectives are:

• to be a major player in the field of life sciences, focusing on the core disciplines: biology, food and environ- mental science, land use and natural resource management, as well as associated and technical subjects;

• to actively contribute to business de- velopment and continue to strengthen the scientific basis for agriculture, aquaculture and other industries based on the utilisation of natural resources.

Education

High quality, frequent teacher-student interaction and a pleasant social and physical environment characterise edu- cation at UMB.

About 240 of the 650 courses at the Bachelor and Master levels are taught in English, as well as many PhD level courses. One Bachelor and eight Master programmes are conducted fully in English. Besides theoretical and scien- tific education, emphasis is placed on practical training. Studying abroad is encouraged in most programmes. For the public and private sector, the Con- tinuing Education Programme offers relevant on-line, research-based courses.

All students at UMB are offered housing in the first year of study and dormitories are located within walking distance of campus. Students can participate in 70 different associations and clubs, a student welfare organisation and the excellent student facilities include sports centre, floodlit skiing track and access to the national rowing facility nearby.

Since the Norwegian government subsi-

dizes tuition at the Bachelor and Master

levels, students need only to cover their

own cost of living expenses.

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Admission

Application forms Application forms

for all Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD and non- degree study programmes at UMB can be found at www.umb.no/applications

Applicants must document know-

ledge of English at a level equivalent to the requirements set by the TOEFL test, with results approved by the Admission Office at UMB

Academic requirements Minimum

requirements for admission to higher education in Norway are set by The Norwegian Agency for Quality Assurance in Education (NOKUT):

http://www.nokut.no/graphics/

NOKUT/Artikkelbibliotek/Utenlandsk_

utdanning/GSUlista/GSU-listen_ENG.

pdf

Bachelor’s programme applicants

must meet the minimum requirements for admission to higher education in Norway.

Master’s programme applicants

must normally have obtained a First Degree / Bachelor’s degree of at least 3 years duration, or its equivalent, including courses equalling 2 years of full-time studies in a subject relevant to that of the programme applied for.

The requirements vary by country, as applicants must have completed 3 years of higher education in addition to the minimum requirements for admission to higher education in Norway.

Prospective PhD students are

requested to visit the following webpage for further information:

http://www.umb.no/phd-studies

Non-degree applicants must meet the

minimum requirements for admission to higher education in Norway.

Exchange applicants from institutions with which UMB has exchange agreements are not required to meet any specific academic requirements other than those which were required for entrance to their home university.

However there may be an English requirement that must be fulfilled. This is normally specified in the agreement.

Please check with your home institution. Once admitted, exchange students can choose from all courses at UMB irrespective of the language of instruction.

Language requirements All

applicants must document that they have met the language requirements set by NOKUT:

http://www.nokut.no/graphics/NOKUT/

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Artikkelbibliotek/Utenlandsk_utdanning/

GSUlista/Language_requirements_GSU.

pdf

However, the language requirement for bilateral, Nordplus and Erasmus students is regulated by the exchange agreement.

Required documentation Certified copies of:

• the applicant’s passport

• official higher secondary education / university transcripts to document that the applicant has met the academic requirements

• official documentation of English language proficiency

Cost of living

The following estimated costs are for a single student for one semester of 5 months. We would like to point out that this is a minimum budget.

Accommodation NOK 12,500 Food/household NOK 15,000 Books NOK 4,000

Clothing NOK 3,500 Phone NOK 2,000

Local transport NOK 1,000 Semester fee NOK 340 Sports club NOK 450

Student society NOK 250 Leisure NOK 2,500

Total/semester NOK 42,500

If you are staying for a full academic year you should expect to spend 85,000,- on a minimum budget.

According to government statistics the average student in Norway spends approx 7.000 - 9.000, - pr. month while studying.

Student services

UMB is committed to helping students to take full advantage of the opportunities the university and Norway have to offer:

• An extensive orientation programme is offered in August, followed by a weekend trip to a national park in September and a follow-up gathering in November.

• Counselling services including pri- vate and confidential consultations provided by qualified professionals to deal with personal or academic issues.

• Guaranteed accommodation on cam-

pus (contingent on timely application

by the student).

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Research

Research at UMB includes basic

research and applied research, provid- ing a foundation for education, research training and research geared towards the private sector. Research is focused mainly on Environmental Sciences, Food Science, Biotechnology, Aquacul- ture and Business Development and has a strong interdisciplinary and inter- national approach. There is a strong link between research and the above- mentioned study programmes; students at the Master and PhD levels are often actively involved in many of UMB’s research activities.

Research is also

carried out in cooperation with the research institutes established in Ås. Together, the uni- versity and the institutes represent the largest research environment within life sciences in Norway. UMB is also active through national alliances with other institutions and through institutional partnerships with universities in devel- oping countries. UMB’s health-related research is linked to healthy food, clean water and the environment, and the many related challenges in developing countries.

International activities

UMB has exchange agreements with

more than 80 universities worldwide, including eight Nordic, 44 European and eight North American institu- tions. Institutional partnerships with universities in developing countries are carried out mainly through the Depart- ment of International Environment and Development Studies/Noragric. The objectives of UMB’s cooperation with universities abroad include building strong academic networks, facilitating international exchange and contributing to competence building with universi- ties in the South.

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UMB departments and centres

Departments

• Department of Animal and Aquacultural Sciences

• Department of Chemistry,

Biotechnechology and Food Science

• Department of Ecology and Natural Resource Management

• Department of Economics and Resource Management

• Department of Landscape

Architecture and Spatial Planning

• Department of Mathematical Sciences and Technology

• Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences

• Department of International Environment and Development Studies, Noragric

Centres

• Aquaculture Protein Centre

• Animal Production Experimental Centre

• Centre for Plant Research in Controlled Climate

• Centre for Continuing Education

• Centre for Integrative Genetics

Location

The Norwegian University of Life Sciences is located in Ås, approximately 35 km south of Oslo. The campus park is one of the largest neoclassic parks in Norway and covers some 150 acres.

It is used for educational and research

purposes as well as for recreation. Easy

and fast public transportation from Oslo

and Gardermoen International airport is

available by train or bus.

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Bachelor

Development Studies

What will I learn? Development Studies is an interdiscipli- nary study where academic depth is achieved through insight into different and often overlapping fields. This study pro- gramme seeks to develop basic knowledge within different disciplines (ecology, water and soil science, land planning, economy, social anthropology and other social sciences) and apply this knowledge in an interdisciplinary way when addressing development problems.

Why study Development Studies?

• To learn about the world ’s human societies and their resources.

• To understand reasons for poverty and conflicts and learn how people’s lives can be improved.

• To experience a different part of the world and experience

development problems.

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Courses are offered within areas such as:

• Resources and conflicts

• Biodiversity, climate and conventions

• Poverty, aid and economics

An exchange semester will be arranged at a university in a developing country where applied courses in rural and urban development will be offered. Exchange programmes are also available at universitites in Canada, England and the Netherlands.

The exchange is not covered financially by UMB, but it is supported by the Norwegian State Educational Loan Fund. Non-eligible students will be offered alternative courses at UMB.

Most of the programme will be taught in English. A study plan with emphasis on development and ecology is available for English-speaking students.

Admission requirements: All applicants with Norwegian secondary education or foreign secondary education who meet the Norwegian language requirement, must apply through ’Samordna Opptak’.

Applicants with foreign secondary education who do not meet the Norwegian language requirements, should apply directly to UMB (application forms available online from December 2008), with a deadline of February 1. These applicants must meet the minimum requirement for entrance to higher education in Norway and fulfil the English language requirements.

Beyond this programme: The Bachelor’s programme may qualify for jobs with Norwegian and international development organisations. Supplemented by pedagogic training, the education may qualify for jobs in the education system.

This programme provides a good basis for further studies. With a Bachelor’s degree in Development Studies you can seek admission to the Master’s programmes in Development Studies, International Environmental Studies, Development Economics and Agroecology that are offered at UMB, or similar studies in and outside Norway. With the right combination of courses during the Bachelor’s programme, you may also qualify for other Master’s programmes at UMB.

For moreinformation

• Information about application and general questions about the study:

Students Information Office.

P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway tlf.: +47 94 96 61 00

e-mail: [email protected] internett: http://www.umb.no/sit

• More information about the courses:

Study Coordinator tlf: +47 64 96 52 00,

e-mail: [email protected]

• http://www.umb.no/

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Study programme structure*

Development Studies - 180 ects

Code Courses Credits

Core courses

eds101 Intro. to Environment, Development and

Globalization 5

eds106 Development Seminar 10

ecol110 Tropical Ecology and Development 10

eds225 Linking Ecological and Social Resilience 10

eds270 Development Aid and Politics 10

eds280 Land Rights: An Intro. to Theory, Applica-

tions, and Policy 5

eds275 Writing Seminar 5

b-15nor Independent work / Bachelor Thesis 15

One of:

eds111 Social Anthropology 5

eds120 Sociology 10

One of:

eds115 Social Science Statistics and Methods 10

stat100 Statistics (in Norwegian) 10

One of:

ecn110 Introduction to Economics - Micro (in Norwegian)

5

ecn111 Introduction to Economics - Micro 5

One of:

phi100 Examen Philosophicum (in Norwegian) 10

phi101 Examen Philosophicum 10

Elective courses sum 75-80

- of which: utv1sem Exchange 25-30

* we reserve the right to make changes

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Master

Agroecology

What can you use this qualification for? The pro- gramme prepares students for a wide range of positions related to conventional and organic agriculture and food systems, e.g., within the advisory service, development and nonprofit organizations, industry sales and technical sup- port, community organizing, management of agricultural and natural resources and education.

Why study Agroecology? A Master’s degree in agroecology is the right study programme if you are concerned about:

• the sustainability of agriculture and food systems

• environmental and resource stewardship

• gaining a broader understanding of agriculture

• working in international teams solving complex problems

• linking knowledge to action and personal growth

• making a difference

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Contents of the programme?

The programme starts with a full semester (30 credit) introduction to the structure and functioning of agroecosystems, methodologies for describing, analysing and improving such systems, and skills for individual and group learning. In this semester there is a holistic and interdisciplinary approach to current issues in farming and food systems.

The didactic approach is experience-based learning supported by lectures, seminars and supervision related to project work on real-life cases. The assessment of your own learning is an integral part of the course. The evaluation emphasises your ability to develop action competency by linking theory and practice. It is based on written group reports and individual assignments, your contribu- tion to the class, and oral exams.

After the first semester, you can develop an area of concentration on various topics constituting one or two semesters. The programme offers the ability to design a study program that is tailored to your interests and competencies. Many students also study abroad at universities that cooperate with UMB. The study programme concludes with a Master’s degree thesis constituting of either 30 or 60 credits.

Study programme structure:

The sustainability of farming and food-related activities is important worldwide. This rapidly changing part of society - the agroecosystem - is complex and multifunctional. Therefore there is a need for people with a holistic and scientific basis to analyse and improve such

activities. In a diverse learning process, you will gain knowledge about agronomic, ecological, economic and social aspects of activities related to farming and food, you will develop action skills and communication abilities, and you will deal with attitudes and values.

Your learning will take place in lectures, seminars, group work, real-life case studies, and through reflection on links between actual situations and theory. Your agroecological knowledge and skills will be enriched through farming and food system case studies where you will work to improve the present situation. In the farming systems course, the case study will address differences between the ecological (organic) and conventional agricultural practices from the perspective of farmers converting to organic agriculture.

The food systems course will introduce you to a regional food system where you will work with stakeholders to improve the situation while linking it to local, national and global levels. This will help you to understand the long-term agronomic, economic, social and environmental impacts of different farming and food systems.

Requirements:

Applicants must demonstrate English language ability in accordance with the UMB regulations for programmes taught in English. Applicants must hold a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification from university-level studies in agriculture, ecology, biology, environmental science or a relevant social science degree like anthropology or development studies.

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Former student

Bastian Edi Hoffman

Higher Executive Officer County Governor of Hordaland, Dept. of Agriculture

Through the Agroecology classwork, I gained access to the world you meet as a project leader, researcher or consultant.

The curriculum provided a close con- nection between real-life cases and theory and an opportunity to apply the tools of analysis taught in class. During my project work, I contacted the agricultural authority and the Ministry of Agriculture and Food. We later collaborated for my master thesis, called “Success factors for organic agriculture in Norway”.

Today I’m working as the leader of a project that promotes the intensification of animal grazing to control scrub/

vegetation encroachment in Hordaland County. Connecting different actors like producers, processors, local groups, tourist entrepreneurs and the local inhabitants goes hand in hand with product develop- ment, farm consultation and networking for the county. I am also responsible for organic agriculture in Hordaland, which entails devising action plans, networking and consulting with farmers. In my job, agroecological competence is needed every day to face production challenges and the differing perspectives of the stakeholders that I work with.

Study programme structure*

For more information?

Student Information Centre (SiT) P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway tlf.: +47 94 96 61 00

Study coordinator Ingrid F. Bugge tlf.: +47 64 96 55 25

e-mail: [email protected] Agroecology - 120 ects

Core courses

pae302 Agroecology and Farming

Systems 15

pae303 Agroecology and Food

Systems 15

Elective Courses 30-60

m30-ipm Master thesis 30

or m60-ipm ** Master thesis 60

**writing a 60 credit thesis, you must take a special syllabus consisting of at least 5 credits

The Master’s degree study programme is planned in conjunction with the relevant study coordinator.

Further information on the structure of the programme:

www.umb.no/studies

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Master

Aquaculture

Why study Aquaculture?

• Aquaculture is an area with great potential and strongly in- fuenced by new thinking

• This is a fast developing industry with annual increase of 5-10 %

• Today nearly half of the world fisheries composed of are fish produced by aquaculture, compared with 9 % from 1980.

Demands are continuously increasing, and production is estimated to be the double of what it is today in 2020-2030

What can you use this qualification for?

• Challenging position as, for example, general manager in a fish farm, person responsible for quality of the whole pro- duction process, establishing new species, etc.

• Resource person/middle leader in the industry producing feed, in fish breeding, sales or administration.

• Higher education as a researcher in an international arena.

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What will I learn?

The Master’s degree programme in aquaculture at UMB gives you many opportunities! The programme can give you broad and interdisciplinary strengths or specialisation in a subject that you are particularly interested in. The lectures are mainly given in Eng- lish. You study courses in fish breeding, fish nutrition, special course in aquaculture and planning and design of aquacultural plants.

At the same time you can choose courses in breeding, nutrition, environmental engineering, product quality, logistics and economy preferably combined with one or two semesters abroad.

Programme content:

If you do not have a Bachelor´s degree in aquaculture from UMB, or have only a little knowledge in breeding and nutrition or other courses, it is neces- sary to take these subjects in addition, to be qualified for the programme. Focus areas are advanced courses in breeding and nutrition, production technology for new species, experimental design, aquaculture special course and design of equipment for Norwegian aquaculture facilities. Your master degree will be completed by delivering the master thesis in the last spring semester.

Admission requirements:

Bachelor’s degree with 180 credits. The 180 credits shall include minimum: 10 credits in Mathematics, 10 credits in chemistry/physics, 10 credits in

statistics and 60 credits in biology courses.

Applicants must demonstrate English language ability in accordance with the UMB regulations for programmes taught in English.

Study programme structure:

The Master’s degree study programme is planned in conjunction with the relevant study coordinator.

Further information on the structure of the programme: www.umb.no/studies

For more information?

Student Information Centre (SiT) P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway tlf.: +47 94 96 61 00

Study coordinator Marit Ensby

tlf.: +47 64 96 51 26 e-post: [email protected] Megumi Ohta Fog

tlf.: +47 64 96 51 54 e-post: [email protected]

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Former student

Ingvild Aarhus

Adviser

Sintef Fisheries and Aquaculture

I work in in the section for interna- tional projects that offers advisory services and coordination of projects to customers at home and abroad. We also link up industry, management and research. We travel considerably and work with everything from seaweed and sea tangle to raising the level of competency in companies. I chose UMB as I wanted to study fisheries or aquaculture and knew that this would lead to an exciting career. There is less competition if you take untraditional paths. Also, aquaculture is a global branch and the possibility of getting work in other countries is great. A little advice to other students: be active and motivated during your study period.

The more you do the more you get back in the form of exciting jobs and projects later on. Summer jobs in the industry are very important and I strongly recommend a semester abroad.

Study programme structure*

Aquaculture - 120 sp

Core courses

m30-iha Master thesis 30

aka260 Aquaculture Breeding and Genetic Theory 10

akx300 Aquaculture, Special Course 5

Select minimum 25 credits. from list below

aka350 Optimisation of Fish Breeding Programs 10

ake310 Aquaculture Nutrition 10

tat310 Aquaculture Engineering, Main Topic 15 tat211 Production Technique in Aquaculture 10 tat350 Planning and design of intensive fish farms 10 + other 300 level courses can be added as well, if assumed previous knowledge are satisfactory

Spesializing area/Focus area Breeding

hfa300 Animal Breeding Plans 10

hfa301 Calculation of Breeding Values 10 hfa304 Theory and application of inbreeding management 5 Nutrition

hfe300 Animal nutrition, Selected Topics 5 hfe303 Nutrition and Optimisation of Diets for

Monogastric Animals 10

hfe305 Feed Manufacturing Technology 10

hfe306 Advanced Feed Manufacturing Technology 5 hfe307 Feed Production Planning and Management 15 hfe308 Feed Optimisation for Different Species 10 Production and Environment

tat230 Design of Equipment for Norwegian Aquaculture

Facilities 10

tht310 Ecological and conventional systems for

treatment of water 15

fmi310 Enviromental Pollutants and Ecotoxicology 15 Different courses

akx253 Product Quality in Aquaculture 5

hfx206 Product Quality Meat and Fish 5

hfx207 Introduction to Animal Production and Fish

Farming in Development Countries 5 hfx300 Experimental Design and Analysis in Animal

Science and Aquaculture 5

* We reserve the right to make changes

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Master

Development and Natural Resource Economics

What can you use this qualification for? Graduates of this programme may work in teaching and research institu- tions, in national ministries or regional departments of agri- culture, forestry, environment, and development planning, or in international organizations and development/environment NGOs. Many also continue with PhD studies.

Why study Development and Natural Resource Economics?

• You obtain a solid basis in economic theory and economic reasoning, with a specialisation in development and natural resource economics.

• You get skills and experience in economic analysis, as a bridge between theory and real-world problems.

• You get the opportunity to study one semester at a University in Africa, and to do fieldwork in a developing country.

• You get a solid and flexible degree in economics that can be

used outside the development field.

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Programme objectives:

The programme is targeted at students who are interested in the interaction between development, environment and economy, and want to study in an international environment.

There is a great need for policy-oriented economists who are able to integrate and apply knowledge from resource, environmental, agricultural, and development economics.

This master`s programme provides students with tools to address questions such as:

• Why are some countries poor and some rich?

• Why have some countries experienced much faster economic growth than others?

• Why is the environment being degraded when almost everyone agrees that this is bad?

• Why are resources exploited in an unsustainable way?

• How is poverty and economic growth linked to the environment?

• How should policies change to accommo- date environmental and poverty concerns?

The programme gives a solid basis in economic theory and methodology, while maintaining an applied profile. A special emphasis is put on management of natural resources, poverty and rural development, and the link to national policies and trade. You will get a deeper insight into the links between the wellbeing of rural people, their natural resource base, and the underlying causes of poverty and environmental degradation.

Course content:

The programme takes two years of full time studies. Three semesters are used for course work. The second

semester may be taken at a University in Africa. The last semester is dedicated to writing a thesis based on research in a developing country. Thesis fieldwork (2-3 months) is done between the 2nd and 3rd semester.

UMB has a strong teaching and research record both within development and resource economics. The University offers a stimulat- ing and informal intellectual environment.

The courses emphasize student participation, with exercises, group work, and hands-on experience with modern analytical tools. The social environment is good and with 40-45 international Master and PhD students in the department, you get a great opportunity to study in an international environment.

Who can apply?

A Bachelor or equivalent degree with a major or concentration in economics (minimum of 60 ECTS). The maximum for annual enrollment is 25.

For more information

Student Information Centre (SiT) tlf.: +47 64 96 61 00

• More information about the study programme:

Study Coordinator: Ann Christin Slettvold and Inger-Lise Labugt

tlf.: +47 64 96 57 00

e-post: [email protected]

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Former student

Gudmund S. Sydness

Senior Executive Officer

The Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE)

I work in the energy concessions section processing applications for energy conses- sions for wind power. I also work with distance heating and pilot projects in wave power and tidal power. An important part of my work is to weigh advantages of such developments against potential disadvantages.

Economy studies at UMB have provided a sound basis for assessing the financing of projects . Whilst having taken my master’s degree in English has proved to be a considerable advantage. I also find that I continually draw on the knowledge gained from the courses in law and ecology that were my minor subjects in my Bachelor’s degree in Economy and Resource Manage- ment.

I chose UMB as I am interested in qu- estions connected with financing versus en- vironment. The student life and the study period in Ås have given me memories for life. I can also say the same for my semes- ter at the University of the West Indies at Trinidad and Tobago. It was absolutely fantastic. Have fun, but don’t forget your studies completely!

Study programme structure*

Development and Natural Resource Economics - 120 sp

Code Courses Cred-

its Mandatory courses

ecn270 Resource and Environmental

Economics 5

ecn301 Econometric Methods 10

ecn302 Mathematics for Economists 5

ecn311 Microeconomics 10

bus232 Decision Modelling - Fundamentals 5

ecn320 Macroeconomics III 10

ecn351/

ecn355 Research in Development Economics/ or

Research in Development Economics + field work

105

ecn353 Development Economics - Micro 5 ecn354 Issues in Development Economics 5 ecn350 Development and Environment

Economics 15

m30-iør Master Thesis including seminar 30

Optional courses

ecn271 Project Evaluation and

Environmental Valuation 10

ecn312 Industrial Organization 5

ecn330 Economic Integration and Trade

Liberalization 10

ecn331 International Economics and

Finance 5

ecn373 Environmental Accounting and

Management 5

www.umb.no/studies

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Master

Development Studies

Utviklingsstudier

What can you use this qualification for? Graduates find employment in a wide range of national and international institutions, such as government agencies, nongovernmental development organisations, multilateral and bilateral aid organisations, and in research and educational institutions.

Why Development Studies?

• Because you want to learn more about development theory and action, globalisation, north-south issues, poverty, conflict, rights and environmental sustainability.

• Because you want to study in an international environment with students from 40 nations and conduct research in a developing country.

• Because you want to contribute towards a just, more

equitable, peaceful and sustainable world.

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What will I learn?

You will learn about the causes and mechanisms involved in human development. The programme focuses on the interests, institutional settings, and politics that shape social relations and local livelihoods in developing countries. After graduation, you will be able to:

• Understand and analyse issues related to poverty, human development, wealth crea- tion, social justice and equality.

• Assess and identify relevant policies and interventions.

• Undertake studies that link development theories to practical development projects.

Progression:

Study plans are individu- ally tailored to meet each student’s interests. The first year consists of course work covering development theory and policy, research methodology and additional elective subjects. A two-month field course in rural development and project management at Makerere University, Uganda, or Tribhuvan University, Nepal, will give you valuable field experience. This course is normally followed by field research for your thesis. Most students do the research in a developing country. You will write your thesis in the final spring semester at UMB.

Requirements:

To be admitted, you need a bachelor degree, a Norwegian cand.

mag. degree, or an equivalent programme

in a relevant field, e.g., political science, education, anthropology, sociology, resource management, economics, or journalism.

Applicants must demonstrate English language ability in accordance with the UMB regulations for programmes taught in English

Study programme structure:

For more information?

Student Information Centre (SiT) P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway phone: +47 94 96 61 00 e-mail: [email protected] Internet: http://www.umb.no/sit

Department of International Environment and Development Studies,

P.O. Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway phone: +47 64 96 52 00 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.umb.no/noragric e-mail: [email protected]

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Former student

Omar Drammeh

Regional Consultant Save the Children, Norway

My job is to motivate and inspire others to take on voluntary work. I spread informa- tion on the Child and the Human Rights Declaration.

“I chose to study at UMB because I am very concerned about international politics. I am particularly interested in the North/South question and human rights. At UMB you have the possibility of practising what you have learned during fieldwork. The combination of knowledge and practice was important for Save the Children Norway.

The student environment was very good.

I have good contact with friends all over the world since my study period. I miss Ås and the good environment.

It is important to get involved and to show interest. Being active in the organisations and the student environment counts a great deal.”

Study programme structure*

Development Studies - 120 ects

Code Title Credits

Obligatory Courses

eds201 Introduction to Development

Studies 5

eds205 Development Theory and Policy 15

eds300 Research Methods 10

eds385 Rural Development and Project

Management (field course) 15

Recommended 300-level Courses

eds325 Global Political Economy 5

eds330 Political Ecology 10

eds335 Advanced Readings in Development

Studies 10

eds360 Conflict and Development 10

eds370 Gender and Development 5

Additional Elective Courses

eds110 Social Anthropology 5

eds200 Pedagogics of the Powerful 5

eds215 Sustainable Agriculture and the

Environment 5

eds225 Linking Ecological and Social

Resilience 10

eds240 Economics for environment, development and natural resources

10

eds255 Health and Development 10

eds260 Global Environmental Change 10

eds265 Anthropology of Development 10

eds270 Development Aid and Politics 10

eds280 Land Rights: An Introduction to

Theory, Applications, and Policy 5

eds290 Development Classics 10

eds315 Management of Genetic Resources:

Law and Policy 5

eds350 Management of dryland resource

systems 10

eds355 Global Change and Development 10

* Students will design individual education plans during the first semester.

Two recommended plans will be secured in terms of time schedule.

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Master

Ecology

General Ecology

What can you use this qualification for? You will be qualified for tasks related to environmental monitoring, research and education, sustainable forestry and agriculture, biological conservation, bioethics, journalism, and a range of technical professions.

Why study General Ecology?

• It is a key component of our understanding of the world in which we live.

• The importance of ecology has increased in society as there is a rapidly growing concern over the human impact on the environment with increasing evidence of global warming, unsustainable land-use and accelerating rates of species extinctions.

• The need for well-trained ecologists has never been greater.

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Contents of the programme:

It is a two-year programme. During the first year you will have a great opportunity to tailor your personal study profile by selecting your favourite subject matters among a variety of courses. There are, however, mandatory courses in the genetic basis of biodiversity, ecological methodology, global change ecology and conservation biology to provide a thorough understanding of the central elements of ecology. The teaching will often require interactive participation by the students through presentations, short thematic reviews, term papers and discussion sections.

An individual research project, i.e. the Master`s thesis, is the main focus the second year. The Master`s programme has strong research emphases in bird ecology, forest ecology and forest history, insect ecology, lichen ecology, molecular evolution, plant-animal interactions, plant ecophysiology, pollination biology, vertebrate population dynamics, and wetland ecology. You will thus get hands- on experience with front-line research due to the strong research emphasis in the programme.

Requirements:

The applicants must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree, or its

equivalent, in natural sciences (e.g. biology, ecology, natural resource management, agricultural or environmental sciences) with basic knowledge in statistics/research methods.

For more information

Study Coordinator: Espen Arestøl tlf.: +47 64 96 57 25

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Former Student

Simen Sandve

PhD Student Plant Genetics UMB

I study the genes that influence the lignin synthesis in agricultural grass.

Lignin is essential to the plants; it provides them with protection, rigidness and strength. But lignin can not be digested by herbivores and therefore you want a low content of this in the fodder.

Therefore it is important to know as much as possible about the genes that influence the lignin synthesis and there- by cultivate fodder with optimal lignin content. This is not genetic modifica- tion, just refining of natural grass.

My education gave me a professional network which has been very useful to me with regard to work, both as a rese- arch assistant at the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) and now as a PhD student at UMB.

Study programme structure*

Ecology – General Ecology - 120 ects

Code Course Credits

Core courses:

ecol300 Scientific Methodology in Ecol- ogy and Management of Natural Resources

5

ecol310 Global Change Ecology 10

gen220 Genetic Basis of Biodiversity 10

natf300 Conservation Biology 5

5spesi-ina Special Cyllabus 5

m60-ina Master’s thesis 60

Choose at least one of the following 300-level courses

bot340 Photobiology 10

bot350 Pollination and Reproductive

Ecology of Plants 5

ecol350 Restoration Ecology 5

ecol380 The Ecology and Management of

Rivers and Lakes 10

fmi310 Environmental Pollutants and

Ecotoxicology 15

gen340 Molecular Evolution 5

laø370 Landscape Ecology 10

zool300 Ecological Entomology 10

zool310 Behavioural and Population

Ecology 10

Comment: You have to meet the prerequisites for the chosen 300-level course to obtain the Master’s degree in Ecology

*We reserve the right to make changes

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Master

Ecology

Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources

Why study Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources? Because you want to learn:

• how animals, plants, soils and climate interact to form the magnificent range of tropical ecosystems

• how to manage the vanishing natural tropical heritage

• how to collect field data in some of the most spectacular wildlife areas in Africa, Asia and Latin America

What can you use this qualification for?

• In Norway or Europe this education provides the

competence to work in advisory or managerial positions within natural resource management.

• In developing nations the opportunities include jobs in

protected areas, positions in ministries and regional and

local offices, NGOs, consultancies, teaching, or working as

planners and conservationists.

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Contents of the programme:

The course programme addresses many of the current challenges in tropical ecology like threats to biodiversity and fragmentation and destruction of important biomes like the rainforest. Furthermore, the programme also focuses on the links between poverty and conservation and management of natural resources, as well as approaches to the involvement of local people in natural resource management. Methods to ecosystem restoration are thoroughly covered as well as principles of conservation biology.

The programme provides, through an interactive approach, a sound knowledge of the biology and ecology of the tropics.

Students obtain:

• a solid understanding of the concepts in ecology at the population, community and ecosystem levels.

• an in-depth knowledge of species behavior/

responses and interactions in different systems.

• an understanding of tools for species extractions, field methodologies, analytic techniques, restoration, management strategies and conventions, applicable to a range of systems.

• an insight into human activities that shape, maintain and manage ecosystems.

The teaching will require interactive participation of the students through

presentations, case studies, short thematic reviews, term papers and discussion sessions.

The duration of the study is 2 years starting in August. The first year consists of course work, and the second year is set aside for individual research projects. The research project will result in a Master thesis.

You should apply for the 2-year MSc program in Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources if you find it challenging to tackle the many theoretical and practical problems involved in natural resource management, and if you want to study in a cross-cultural environment.

Interested and highly qualified students may obtain the opportunity to pursue a PhD programme after completing the Masters degree.

Requirements:

The applicants must have obtained a Bachelor’s degree, or its equivalent, in natural sciences (e.g. biology, ecology, natural resource management, agricultural or environmental sciences) with basic knowledge in statistics/research methods.

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Study programme structure*

Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources - 120 ects

Code Course Credits

Mandatory courses:

ecol250 Tropical Ecosystems and Biodiversity 5

ecol300 Scientific Methodology in Ecology and Management of Natural Resources 5

ecol350 Restoration Ecology 5

natf300 Conservation Biology 5

natf320 Ecology and Management of Natural Resources in the Tropics 10

natf350 Community Based Natural Resource Management 5

5spesi-ina Special syllabus 5

m60-ina Master’s thesis 60

*We reserve the right to make changes

For more information

Study Coordinator: Espen Arestøl tlf.: +47 64 96 57 25

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Master

Economics

What can you use this qualification for? Economists are in high demand in government organisations, in private businesses, and in various organisations. More specific work areas for economists are analysis in relation to environmental policy, energy systems, development aid, enterprise develop- ment, trade policy, economic policy, and much more.

Why study economics?

• You get a solid training in economic theory and analysis.

• You study at one of Norway’s leading schools in economics, especially in the fields of environmental economics,

resource economics, energy economics, and development economics.

• You will qualify for demanding positions in both private

and public sectors.

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What will I learn? You will acquire skills in economic analysis and deeper insights into how the economy works. Some examples of topics analysed in the programme are:

• How to achieve economic growth while at the same time protecting the environment.

• How to design and implement an international climate treaty.

• How to reduce poverty and manage natural resources in a better way in developing countries.

• How to organize energy markets to avoid monopolies and market manipulation.

• How to analyze consequences of a new WTO-agreement.

• How to explain why commodity prices are so volatile.

Contents of the programme: You study at a university renowned for its good student environment. The masters programme consists of specialisation in one or more economic sub-disciplines, e.g.

• Environmental and resource economic

• Energy economics

• Development economics

• Public policy and resource management

• Enterprise development

• International trade theory

• Finance and enterprise management.

You can supplement the specialisation with courses within organisational science or business management. Moreover, you can

choose a more interdisciplinary profile, by choosing from all the courses offered at UMB in natural sciences, technology or other social sciences. The many opportunities to choose optional courses enables you to acquire skills well suited to your interests.

Requirements Bachelor degree in economics or similar, including mathematics and statistics, and at least 90 ECTS of economics (micro, macro, resource economics etc.).

For more information?

Students Information Office (SiT) P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway phone: +47 94 96 61 00 e-mail: [email protected] internett: http://www.umb.no/sit

Department of Economics and Resource Management,

P.O. Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway phone: +47 64 96 57 00 Student adviser Inger-Lise Labugt e-mail: [email protected]

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Former student

Lisa Vedeld Hammer

Førstekonsulent, Norges vass- drags og energidirektorat, NVE

I evaluate applications for building power lines and wind farms. We consider the technical, economic and environmental aspects before giving any permission for de- velopment. We are out a lot inspecting the projects and meet with local and county authorities, and county governors. The Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate (NVE) also has an interna- tional section that assists Norad - projects on water and energy - which makes the job even more attractive to me.

I had heard that UMB is a good place to study. And I was looking for a place that combined development, environment and economy. My advice to new students is to get involved. I am sure that a future employer will be interested in learning that you have good grades and have been active outside your studies.

Study programme structure*

Economics - 120 sp

Mandatory courses

ecn302 Mathematics for Economists 5

ecn311 Microeconomics 10

ecn301 Econometric Methods (alt: ECN201 Econometrics the first year)

10

ecn312 Industrial Organization 5

ecn320 Macroeconomics III 10

m30-iør Master Thesis 30

Profile

Development Economics

ecn270 Resource and Environmental

Economics 5

ecn351/

ecn355 Research for Development 5(10)

ecn353 Development Economics - Micro 5

ecn354 Issues in Development Economics 5 ecn331 International Economics and Finance 5 ecn330 Economic Integration and Trade

Liberalization 10

ecn350 Development and Environment

Economics 15

Environment and Resource Economics ecn270 Resource and Environmental

Economics 5

ecn374 Dynamic Optimisation 5

ecn373 Environmental Accounting and

Management 5

ecn371 Environmental Economics 10

ecn372 Environment and Resource

Economics 10

ecn331 International Economics and Finance 5 ecn330 Economic Integration and Trade

Liberalization 10

Further information on the structure of the programme can be found on this Master’s programme’s web page: www.umb.no/

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European Master

Animal Breeding and Genetics

The European Master in Animal Breeding and Genetics

(EM-ABG) offers high quality training, both in terms of scientific knowledge and didactic skills, provided by six excellent university groups within the EU. The EM-ABG is a response to the need for highly qualified graduates in the internationally operating area of animal breeding and genetics.

Universities involved:

• Wageningen University (WU) , Wageningen, (the Netherlands), as co- ordinator

• University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Sciences (BOKU), Vienna, Austria

• Christian-Albrechts-Universität (CAU), Kiel, Germany

• Agro ParisTech, France

• Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU), Uppsala, Sweden

• The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (UMB), Aas, Norway.

For more information: http://www.emabg.eu/

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Master

Feed Manufacturing Technology

Fôrteknologi

What can you use this qualification for? Students will get skills needed for higher level management in the feed milling industry and related industries. You can also further your career to scientific research activity in feed technology.

Why study Feed Manufacturing Technology?

• Feed and knowledge about animal nutrition is one of the main factors to optimalise animal productions

• This study programme is unique in Europe

• You will develop competence which is needed for providing animals with high quality fodder at affordable prices

• You will become an expert within production of animal

feed combining animal nutrition, chemistry, physics and

technology

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Contents of the programme:

Students will get hands-on experience with the various types of equipment and production lines by fully integrating the possibilities offered by the Centre for Feed Technology in the programme. Teaching and training will partly be based on lectures, but a considerable part will be offered as demonstra- tions and training in groups. The courses are mainly taught by staff from UMB but external experts from the Centre for Feed Technology, the feed industry and international companies and institutions will also be called in when appropriate.

The 2-year programme consists of 3 semesters of teaching and a final semester of thesis work. The students must have taken a minimum of 90 credits of courses in order to be permitted to defend their Master’s thesis, which accounts for an additional 30 credits.

The programme is based on a series of core subjects, mandatory for all Master’s students in Feed Manufacturing Technology. The students are expected to take the remaining credits by choosing other subjects offered by UMB.

The study plan contains different topics, such as Advanced feed manufacturing technology, Feed optimalisation for different species, Heat engineering, Feed production planning and management. The programme needs at least 10 students to be held.

Requirements for application:

The deadline for application with a non-Nordic educational background is February 1st.

deadline for applicants with a Norwegian / Nordic education is April 15th and June 1st.

The applicants must have obtained a Bach- elor’s degree or its equivalent, with at least:

10 credits mathematics, 10 credits chemistry/ physics, 10 credits statistics and 60 credits biological subjects.

For more information

Student Information Centre (SiT) P.O.Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway Phone.: +47 94 96 61 00 E-mail: [email protected] Internett: http://www.umb.no/sit

Study Coordinators

Marit Ensby, Phone.: +47 64 94 51 26 E-mail: [email protected]

Megumi Ota Fog, Phone.: +47 64 96 51 54 E-mail: [email protected]

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Former student

Milka Kosanovic

Product developer at Felleskjøpet RA (Norway)

I am working in the daughter company of Felleskjøpet RA, called Agrimarin Nutrition. We produce pea protein and starch concentrates. I work with development and improvement of our own products and the use of them in diets for fish, domestic animals, pets and humans. I am also responsible for the physical quality and development of the raw materials used in our process, and I currently lead our quality and development lab.

How relevant is your education now?I am very proud of my educa- tion. It gave me unique cross-section education encompassing nutritional and technical knowledge, which is ex- tremely important in my everyday job now. In my opinion this is the strength of the program. About UMB in general I would say they have a very good stu- dent environment, very good libraries and study and research facilities.

Any advice for aspiring students?

Believe in yourself and be a good student. It will make a difference once you are on the job market.

Study programme structure*

Feed Manufacturing Technology - 120 ECTS

Compulsory courses

m30-iha Master thesis 30

hfe305 Feed Manufacturing

Technology 10

hfe306 Advanced Feed Manufacturing

Technology 5

hfe307 Feed Production Planning and

Management 15

hfe308 Feed Optimalisation for

Different Species 10

mvi261 Heat Engineering 5

mvi310 Proteins, Polysaccharides and

Fat/Oils; Structure and Functionality

10

Optional cources 35

200 and 300 level courses are approved in master degree

The Master’s degree study programme is planned in conjunction with the relevant study coordinator.

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Master

International Environmental Studies

What can you use this qualification for? The program qualifies for work in national and international agencies, minis- tries and environmental organisations. The program also quali- fies for jobs in development aid agencies, schools, research insti- tutions, media, consulting companies and international firms.

Why study International Environmental Studies?

• Because you want to learn about global environmental challenges

• Because you want to understand socio-economic causes of environmental problems and how they can be rectified by better governance structures and policies

• Because you want to be part of an international student body and take courses and do research in a developing country

• Because you want to contribute towards an environmentally

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What will I learn?

Students will learn about causes and effects of global environmental problems related foremost to climate change, loss of biodiversity, desertification, water and land degradation. The program gives an in-depth understanding of how governance structures and power relations influence current trends. It also engages in analysing how environmental problems can be solved. In doing so, the roles of international political bodies, national states and state policies, markets and civil society are emphasized. Poverty alleviation and health issues are also core aspects of sustainable development with strong links to environmental qualities. Hence, empowerment of poor people, justice and rights-based approaches, conflict and conflict resolution represent important issues. During the programme, you will tackle a wide range of questions, such as:

• How are national environmental policies and international conventions formed, and how effective are they at solving present problems?

• Can the behavior of individuals and firms be changed in a more sustainable way?

• How do environmental policies influence the local living conditions for people?

• Can changes in land use reduce green- house gases?

• How can poor communities reach the Mil- lennium Goals for water and sanitation?

• Does traditional grazing lead to desertification?

The programme consists of courses, field research and thesis writing. There is an option for field studies at universities in the South (e.g., Pakistan, Uganda and Nepal).

Requirements:

A bachelor`s degree or equivalent education in a relevant field is required for admission. Depending on your planned specialisation, your background may be from environmental sciences, ecology, resource management, agriculture, forestry, geography, economics, political science or social science.

Study programme structure:

For more information

Student Information Centre (SiT), P.O. Box 5003, 1432 Aas, Norway phone: +47 94 96 61 00 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.umb.no/sit

Department of International Environment and Development Studies,

P.O. Box 5003, 1432 Ås, Norway phone: +47 64 96 52 00 e-mail: [email protected] http://www.umb.no/noragric e-mail: [email protected]

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