Biology, M.Sc. | University of Bergen | Bergen, Norway
24 months
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About

Biology degree offered by the University of Bergen, you study key processes and typical patterns in the ecosystems. From flora and fauna characteristics to habitats and organisms, their biology and ecology.  

Overview

Key facts

Biology develops knowledge that is needed to solve many of society's major challenges. It is essential to understand the effects of anthropogenic changes to natural processes in the short and longer term. We also need biological knowledge to ensure sustainable social and economic development. 

As a master’s student in Biology at the University of Bergen, you will research the major questions in biology:  

  • How do life forms, life processes and patterns of life develop?  
  • How is biological diversity created and maintained?  
  • How does the interaction between individuals, populations and species maintain the functions and processes of ecosystems?  

We offer these specialisations: 

  • Aquaculture Biology 
  • Biodiversity, Evolution and Ecology 
  • Developmental Biology and Physiology 
  • Environmental Toxicology 
  • Fisheries Biology and Management 
  • Marine Biology 
  • Microbiology

Career 

Biology degree offered by the University of Bergen graduates have a combination of biological expertise and a broad natural science foundation. This ensures that they are well equipped to fill important roles in research, education, industry, management and society. 

With a master’s in biology, you will have many available career paths in both the public and private sector, such as consultancy agencies, in ministries and directorates both on the national and regional level, and in environmental organisations. They can also study biological and environmental issues in research institutes and relevant industries, such as the growing aquaculture and seafood industry, the biotechnology industry and many others.  

Our graduates have landed jobs as for instance: 

  • Aquaculture Technician at Sterling White Halibut 
  • Conceptual Developer at Nature:xpo 
  • Advisor at the Norwegian Environment Agency 

You can apply for a PhD degree at UiB or another institution if you are interested in pursuing a career in research.

Programme Structure

We offer specialisations in: 

  • Aquaculture Biology 
  • Biodiversity, Evolution and Ecology 
  • Developmental Biology and Physiology 
  • Environmental Toxicology 
  • Fisheries Biology and Management 
  • Marine Biology 
  • Microbiology

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
First Class

Other requirements

General requirements

  • Bachelor degree in Biology
  • Bachelor degree in Sustainable Aquaculture
  • Bachelor degree in Environment and Resources (Natural Sciences specialisation, Biology track)

Tuition Fee

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  • EU/EEA

    Free
    Tuition Fee
    Based on the tuition of 0 USD per year during 24 months.

The semester fee is NOK 590. This programme is avalible for citizens from within the European Union/EEA/EFTA.

Living costs for Bergen

10362 - 16828 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

Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Biology.

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

226 countries / Need-based
Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria
Various benefits
Grant
31 Oct 2022
Deadline

Leopold Figl Foundation
226 countries / Merit-based
Finduddannelse Sustainability Scholarship
Various benefits
Grant
22 Sep 2022
Deadline

Finduddannelse
225 countries / Merit-based
Education Future International Scholarship
200000 INR
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

Education Future
Norway
Scholarship Scheme set up with UiT, The Arctic University of Norway
2500 EUR
Grant
19 Jun 2023
Deadline

The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
226 countries
BeArt-Presets Academic Scholarship Program
5000 USD
Grant
01 Apr 2023
Deadline

BeArt-Presets
226 countries
Fulbright U.S. Student Program, 2022
Various benefits
Grant
11 Oct 2022
Deadline

U.S. government
225 countries / Merit-based
Higher Education Scholarship Test for Indian students
100000 INR
Grant
30 Oct 2022
Deadline

Ministry of Information & Technology (IT)
50 countries / Merit-based
Study a Masters in Europe Scholarships
Various benefits
Grant
16 May 2022
Deadline

educations.com
226 countries
ServiceScape Scholarship
1000 USD
Grant
30 Nov 2022
Deadline

ServiceScape
Norway
Scholarship Scheme set up with the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU).
2500 EUR
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

The Anglo-Norse Society - scholarships & grants
226 countries
ACES Scholarships
3500 USD
Grant
15 Nov 2022
Deadline

ACES Education Fund
Worldwide / Merit-based
Pinsky Law New Venture Development Scholarship
Various benefits
Grant
30 Dec 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
Study abroad Scholarship - Collect
10000 SEK
Grant
31 May 2023
Deadline

Worldwide / Merit-based
iVisa Annual Scholarship
1500 USD
Grant
14 May 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
IMSOGLO Consortium Scholarship
2000 EUR
Grant
30 May 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship
1500 USD
Grant
30 Mar 2023
Deadline

Worldwide
Anonymous Hope Fund
3000 USD
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

Worldwide
Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters scholarships
8000 EUR
Grant
Not specified
Deadline

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