Biomedicine - master
- Nordic applicants: 15 April
- EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: 1 March
- Non-EU/EEA applicants: 15 November
About the study
Do you want to help develop tomorrow’s diagnostics, treatment and health solutions? By studying Biomedicine in Tromsø you will get the knowledge and hands-on experience you need to work on solving our times health challenges.
What will you learn?
You will learn how diseases develop at a molecular level.
You will gain knowledge within different fields, such as:
- Molecular cell biology
- Infection, inflammation and immunity
- Human physiology
- Pharmacology and toxicology
You will gain theoretical knowledge and get hands-on experience in biomedical research.
The master’s thesis allows students to do a research project in a field of their choice.
You will develop essential skills in scientific writing, communication, and oral presentation.
Student life
What can you become?
Graduates will be well prepared for a wide range of careers in biomedical sciences, healthcare, research, and industry.
Career opportunities include research and development in for example:
- biomedical and clinical laboratory sciences
- molecular diagnostics
- pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries
If you are interested in an academic career, the master's degree also provides a strong foundation for further studies and qualifies you for admission to PhD programs.
Programme structure
How is the teaching organized?
All activities are at campus Tromsø, except for the elective internship.
The first year combines lectures and seminars, laboratory exercises, and training in scientific communication.
The second year you can choose between:
- A 60 ECTS Master’s project, or
- One semester at an internship (30 ECTS) and a shorter Master’s project (30 ECTS).
At the internship you will be able to spend one semester as a trainee at a company of your choosing.
Time commitment
You should expect to use between 35 and 40 hours per week on your studies
Language of instruction
English.
Programme structure
See the subjects you can take in this study programStudy plan
Outgoing exchange
You can go on exchange. Here you will find UiT's partner universities
Here you will find available funding possibilities
Destinations for studies abroad
Admission requirements
Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) in biomedicine or an equivalent qualification.
- The degree must include a minimum of 80 ECTS specialization in biomedical subjects.
- Applicants must have a minimum grade point average equivalent to a Norwegian grade C (2.5).
- Applicants who have completed their education in a non-Nordic country must document proficiency in English.
Applicants are also expected to have acquired practical laboratory experience as part of their bachelor’s degree.
Admission capacity:
10 places
Find out which applicant category you belong to and which documents you need to upload.
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