About

The Industrial Ecology programme is offered by the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU). The study program gives students a solid basis in Industrial Ecology methods, in particular life cycle assessment, material flow analysis, input-output analysis, and life cycle impact assessment. Moreover, they receive an insight into the management of environmental issues in organizations and the use of these methods in climate policy. Students conduct their thesis research in areas such as the environmental impacts of energy and vehicle technologies,  sustainable infrastructure, corporate social responsibility, carbon footprinting, ecological impact methods, or strategies for material recycling and reuse.

NTNU’s IndEcol professors base their teaching on extensive experience in working with companies, government institutions, international and civic organizations, including their contributions to the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change and the International Resource Panel. MSc students are frequently involved in current research programs or case study work with external organizations.

The MSc programme recruits international and Norwegian students with a variety of disciplinary and cultural backgrounds. Through a focus on group work, projects, and contact with industry and government, the MSc Programme provides an exciting learning environment, which extends beyond classroom teaching.

Career:

A focus on systems-level understanding and analytical skills, as well as experience applying state-of-the-art environmental assessment methods and policy strategies to real world problems, makes our students attractive to a wide range of employers. Our graduates are now active in research or leading strategic environmental projects in business, industry and governmental agencies.