Program Overview

Introduction to the Ocean Resources Master's Programme

The Ocean Resources Master's Programme at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is designed for students who want to establish a career in marine science and sustainable aquaculture. This two-year international master's program combines different aspects of marine science, including aquaculture, fisheries, oceanography, ecology, and enabling observational technology.

Programme Overview

• The programme is a two-year, full-time master's degree.
• It is located in Trondheim, Norway.
• The language of instruction is English.
• The programme has a strong focus on interdisciplinary expertise in biology, biotechnology, and ocean resources management.

What You Will Learn

• Become familiar with research being conducted in marine biology, aquaculture, fisheries, and food science, and the related research in marine technology.
• Understand the biological or technological theories and methods that are relevant for a master project.
• Become familiar with the complex interactions in the marine environment and the interdisciplinary approaches needed in marine and food science.
• Become able to discuss and view biological issues and challenges from a societal perspective.
• Understand and become able to explain the research and analytical methods within a specialization.

Career Opportunities

• Graduates are in high demand across aquaculture, marine technology companies, and government agencies managing ocean resources, as well as research institutions.
• With NTNU's strong research environment and industry connections, graduates will be ready to shape the future of sustainable ocean uselocally and globally.
• Possible career paths include research, aquaculture, fisheries, environmental monitoring, marine technology, consultancy, public administration, education, or continuing to a PhD.

Programme Structure

• The Master of Science programme in Ocean Resources is a two-year international multidisciplinary MSc-programme with 3 specializations:
  • Ocean Resources in Engineering Science (30 credit thesis)
  • Ocean Resources in Natural Science (60 credit thesis)
  • NTNU/DTU Sustainable Aquaculture (30 credit thesis)
• The programme aims to give students a broad perspective besides their main in-depth field in marine science or marine engineering.

Specializations

Ocean Resources in Engineering Science

• This specialization focuses on the technology that supports the sustainable use of marine resources.
• Topics include vessel and fishing gear design, processing systems, and enabling technologies for fisheries.
• The goal is to reduce environmental impact and improve efficiency, particularly when harvesting low-trophic resources.

Ocean Resources in Natural Science

• This specialization focuses on how life in the ocean works.
• Key fields include marine biology, oceanography, ecology, and biogeochemistry.
• Students can explore major environmental challenges such as coastal eutrophication and the effects of climate change.

NTNU/DTU Sustainable Aquaculture

• This is a collaboration between NTNU and the Technical University of Denmark (DTU).
• Students take the first year at NTNU and continue their second year and complete their 30 ECTS master's thesis at DTU in Denmark.
• This track gives students international experience, access to two strong universities, and close links to the aquaculture industry in both countries.

Admission

• To be admitted, applicants must have a BSc/BEng degree or equivalent in areas related to marine science, such as Marine Technology, Marine Biology, Marine Biochemistry, or Aquaculture.
• Admission requires an average grade of C (according to ECTS Standards) based on courses in the main profile of this degree programme.
• English proficiency is required, with accepted tests including TOEFL, IELTS, and Pearson English.

Tuition Fees

• There is no tuition fee for Norwegian and EU/EEA students.
• For students from outside the EU/EEA, the tuition fee is currently 205,600 NOK per academic year (60 ECTS).

Study Environment

• Students have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including computer labs, research laboratories, and platforms such as research vessels.
• NTNU has excellent research communities in marine science and technology, and students can meet and work with their future employers and develop contacts with other relevant partners.

Conclusion

The Ocean Resources Master's Programme at NTNU offers a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach to marine science and sustainable aquaculture, preparing students for a wide range of career opportunities in research, industry, and public administration. With its strong research environment, industry connections, and international collaborations, NTNU provides an ideal setting for students to gain the knowledge and skills needed to contribute to the sustainable use and protection of ocean resources.