Study plan for MAMN-BIO Master's Programme in Biology, vår 2026

ECTS Credits

Two years of full-time study, where the normal workload for a full-time student is 60 credits for one academic year.

Name of qualification

The Master's programme leads to the degree Master of Science in Biology.

Full-time/Part-time

Full-time

Language of Instruction

English

Semester

Autumn (main admission) & Spring (supplementary admission if not all spots are filled)

Admission Requirements

In order to apply for the Master Programme in Biology, you need a bachelor degree in biology or related field. You must hold a minimum of:

  • 60 ECTS in biology covering topics in evolution, ecology, microbiology, zoology, botany, physiology and molecular biology
  • 7,5 ECTS in chemistry that must include lab work
  • 7,5 ECTS in statistics
  • 7,5 ECTS in mathematics

Bachelor degrees from UiB that qualify:

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

Bachelor degrees that qualify

Other bachelor degrees may qualify, if they include the required subjects listed above .

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