Biomedicine - master
- Nordic applicants: 15 April
- EU/EEA + Swiss applicants: 1 March
- Non-EU/EEA applicants: 15 November
About the study
Study biomedicine in Tromsø! We offer training in contemporary and experimental methods, and give you professional supervision on writing and presenting a master thesis.
What will you learn?
We offer teaching on topics such as advanced methods in biomedicine, advanced molecular cell biology in disease, infection, inflammation and immunity, human physiology, pharmacology and toxicology, biomedicine – from lab to impact, etc. During the master's thesis you'll be able to immerse yourself in a chosen topic.
The program will focus on contemporary problems and methods in biomedicine. A recurring theme for the master’s program is “molecular mechanisms in diseases”. This will serve as a unifying thread that connects various courses and subjects. Students will obtain theoretical and practical biomedical knowledge. The program has an interdisciplinary approach integrating fields such as biology, medicine, pharmacolcogy, and biotechnology. The students will be trained in written and oral presentations.
Taken together, the students will develop comprehensive knowledge on biomedical research, forming a foundation for developing treatments and strategies to enhance public health.
Student life
What can you become?
After completing the program, the candidate will be prepared for exciting assignments in business, management and research-oriented institutions where the demands for qualified professionals are increasing.
You will be qualified for work in research and development within the biomedical sciences, and clinical laboratory sciences. Career options may include molecular diagnostics, medical research, fisheries, food processing, public administration, educational institutions, pharmaceutical industry, research and innovation enterprises, and technical and scientific positions at universities, hospitals, and other laboratories. The masters' degree will also qualify you for PhD programs.
Programme structure
How is the teaching organized?
The Master’s programme in Biomedicine takes place on campus in Tromsø. Through a varied combination of lectures, project work, and practical laboratory assignments, you will develop both in-depth theoretical knowledge and valuable hands-on experience.
Language of instruction
English.
Programme structure
See the subjects you can take in this study programStudy plan
Outgoing exchange
UiT and the Department of Medical Biology have exchange agreements open for master students in biomedicine.
Exchange is not optional for international students enrolled in the master program.
Students have the opportunity to participate in an exchange program. Relevant universities with which UiT has agreements can be found here: “Utvekslingsavtaler – hvor kan du reise?” (https://en.uit.no/utveksling/utvekslingsavtaler).
Various scholarship schemes are available for different universities. For more information on scholarships, please refer to “Student mobility at UiT: Loans, grants and trust funds” (https://uit.no/education/art?p_document_id=620905).
For further guidance, please contact the study administration at Department of Medical Biology.
Studiesteder du kan utveksle til
Admission requirements
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent qualification in Biomedicine.
An additional requirement is specialization in biomedical topics (e.g. biochemistry, bioinformatics, cell-and molecular biology, human physiology, immunology, microbiology or pharmacology) worth a minimum of 80 ECTS. Applicants are expected to have practical laboratory experience in their bachelor degree.
Applicants with a degree in Biomedical laboratory sciences ("Bioingeniør") must have have their degree recognized as equivalent to a Norwegian degree in laboratory sciences by NOKUT. Applicants also need authorization with the Norwegian authorization board as a qualified Bioingeniør.
Bachelor of Pharmacy, Medicine or Dentistry does not fulfil the admission requirements.
Applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian C (2,5) in the ECTS scale.
The average grade is calculated from the entire bachelor´s degree.
Applicants with education from non-Nordic countries must document English language proficiency. You will find more information of English language requirements here: https://en.uit.no/admission#v-pills-735946
Admission capacity:
10 places
Applicants from Norway or Nordic countries:
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International applicants from EU/EEA and Switzerland:
You will find more information about international admission here.
International applicants from outside EU/EEA:
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