Overview

Biology from UIT the Arctic University of Norway has a number of compulsory courses for all students (safety courses, academic skills BIO-3529, data analysis BIO-3012) as well as discipline-specific compulsory components (see the specific discipline for details). For all students undertaking experiments on live animals (vertebrates and decapods), BIO-3503 or HEL-6320 is compulsory. There is the opportunity to apply for courses at the University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS) during the second and third semesters (see a list of relevant courses under each discipline description).

Careers

The Master’s degree in Biology will allow you to qualify for different career paths and prepare you to step into a professional role or to apply for a PhD.

A Master of Science degree in Biology will prepare you for a wide range of jobs, in both public and private sectors, including research, resource and nature management, administration, consulting and the teaching profession.

The master thesis can play an important role to establish your domain of expertise and to showcase acquired technical and soft skills. Also, it can be very important in building scientific and professional network, that will be a support in your future job search.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Aquatic Animal Welfare

Animal Experimentation for Researchers

Study design and data analysis in Biology

Safety in the laboratory, workshop and on sea and land expeditions.

First aid in the laboratory, workshop and on sea and land expeditions

UiT's regulations for field work and sea-going expeditions

Biological material

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-04-15 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2026-08-12 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU

More details

National deadline includes applications from Norway or other Nordic countries.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

3

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to the master’s program in Biology requires a bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent qualification, including a specialization in biological topics [i.e., biodiversity (zoology/botany), ecology, cell- and molecular biology, microbiology, physiology (animal/plant), biochemistry and bioinformatics] corresponding to a minimum of 80 ECTS.

The average grade is calculated for the entire bachelor's degree.

Applicants who hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent issued in countries other than the above-mentioned region/countries: An average grade of B is the minimum requirement.

Applicants who hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent issued in Europe, Canada, USA, Australia and New Zealand: An average grade of C (3,0) is the minimum requirement

Valid international passport

Curriculum Vitae/Resume

Proof of name change

Completion/fullfilment documentation (applicable to certain countries.)

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

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Tuition Fee

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International

255000 NOK/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 255000 NOK per year during 24 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 NOK per year during 24 months.

All students are required to pay a semester fee of NOK 625 per semester to The Arctic Student Welfare Organisation.

Living costs for Tromsø

9000 - 15000 NOK /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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