Program Overview

Technology and Safety - Master

The master programme provides knowledge in technology and safety for students from diverse backgrounds. It offers education in the application of multidisciplinary technologies to address engineering and societal challenges, particularly those related to safety.

Program Description

The program is a 2-year, 120-credit, full-time study at the Department of Technology and Safety. The study program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, projects, student presentations, teamwork, and mandatory assignments.

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (180 credits), or other relevant technological degree on Bachelor level.
• The bachelor's degree must contain minimum 25 credits mathematics, 5 credits statistics, and 7.5 credits in physics.
• Relevant field of study may be automation, process and gas technology, nautical science, mechanical, processing, safety, civil engineering.
• Applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian C (2.5) in the ECTS scale.

Application Deadline

• Nordic applicants: April 15th
• EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: March 1st
• Non-EU/EEA applicants: November 15th

Application Code

• Nordic applicants: 4021
• EU / EEA / Switzerland applicants: 7105
• Non-EU/EAA applicants: 2037

Job Prospects

Technological skills are highly appreciated by the industry. With a M.Sc. degree in Technology and Safety, you will have excellent job opportunities in various industries such as oil and gas industry, maritime industry, and public administration.

Degree Name

Master of Science in Technology and Safety

Learning Outcomes

Knowledge

• The candidate has a solid basis in engineering in general and advanced level of knowledge in technology.
• Gains a comprehensive but deep understanding of engineering technologies from a multidisciplinary perspective.
• Has thorough knowledge in technical safety methods, and good understanding of the operation and engineering issues related to safety.

Skills

• Can analyze and deal critically with safety and technology issues and apply them to solve engineering problems.
• Can analyze data and propose mitigation strategies for safety threats.
• Can independently utilize mathematical methods and simulation techniques related to industrial activities.

General Competence

• Has an overview of multiple engineering technologies and safety-related issues with solid theoretical understanding.
• Can analyze safety problems through a multidisciplinary approach.
• Can apply their knowledge and skills in new areas to carry out advanced assignments and projects.

Program Structure

The program includes a variety of courses and a master's thesis. For detailed information on the study plan, please refer to the official university website.

Teaching and Assessment

The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including lectures, projects, student presentations, teamwork, and mandatory assignments. Assessment methods will vary between written exams, home exams, group assignments, project submissions, and oral exams.

Outgoing Exchange

Students are encouraged to participate in exchange programs abroad, and the Department offers assistance for students who will participate in exchange programs. High North universities are of special interest. For each application, an individual assessment will be carried out by the Head of Studies.

Destinations for Studies Abroad

• Politecnico di Milano University, Italy
• Thomas More University of Applied Sciences, Belgium
• Tokyo University of Marine Science and Technology, Japan
• University of Iceland, Iceland
• University of Tasmania, Australia

Language of Instruction

The language of instruction and all syllabus material is English.