Over the course of its 150-year history, the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) has developed from an agricultural school in 1859 to a hub of expertise in life sciences, environmental sciences, and sustainable development today. NMBU offers a number of English-language graduate programs focused on food sciences, development, and environmental studies. Located outside of Oslo in the picturesque village of Ås, NMBU boasts a spectacular 150-acre arboretum.

Academic Calendar

Fall Semester

August - December

Spring Semester

January - May

Summer

June (optional research component)

Courses

Students will enroll as full-time students alongside NMBU graduate students, and earn up to 9 credits toward their graduate degree from AU. Programs taught in English at NMBU include:

• Agroecology
• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Aquaculture
• Aquatic Food Production—Safety and Quality
• Bioinformatics and Applied Statistics
• Development and Natural Resource Economics
• Economics
• Feed Manufacturing Technology
• International Development Studies
• International Environmental Studies
• International Relations
• Plant Science
• Radioecology

Summer Research

Students who enroll in the spring may participate in an optional research trip in another country in June. The research venue is decided each year by NMBU, fully funded by NMBU, and non-credit bearing within the NMBU abroad program. To register for research credit, students must consult their academic advisor and register under normal AU guidelines.

Language Requirement

English is widely spoken in Norway and a majority of graduate-level NMBU courses are conducted in English. Proficiency in Norwegian is not required for participation in the program.