Overview

UIT the Arctic University of Norway offers 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.

You will be qualified for work in research and development within the biomedical sciences, and clinical laboratory sciences. You will have career options related to the translation of knowledge and methods of biomedical subjects. The Biomedicine masters' degree will also make you qualified for PhD programs.

Careers

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.

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.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Advanced methods in experimental biomedicine
The biology of cancer

Human molecular genetics: medical and forensic genetics
Infection, inflammation and immunity
Human pharmacology and toxicology
Human physiology
Protein Production Technology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-11 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-03-01 00:00:00 , EEA/EU
- Apply before 2026-11-15 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2027-04-15 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

85

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Tromsø, Norway

Disciplines

Biomedical Science

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Academic requirements

GPA

Required

English requirements

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85

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General 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.
Applicants must have a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian C (2,5) in the ECTS scale.
Applicants with education from non-Nordic countries must document English language proficiency.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

150500 NOK / year

≈ 150500 NOK / year
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

Applicants from countries within EU/EEA + Switzerland will not be charged a tuition fee for studying in Norway.

Living costs

Tromsø

Norway

9000 - 15000 NOK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Key information

Duration

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Credits

Delivered

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Disciplines

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Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

EU/EEA Applies to you

Additional Details

Living costs

Tromsø

Funding

Scholarships Information

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