Two new study programs in nuclear science will be established, starting in the fall of 2024.. The master's degree will be offered in English.
At NMBU, two new study programs, a bachelor's and a master's program in nuclear science (3 + 2 years), are now being established, both starting in the fall of 2024.
The two new programs will help ensure Norway's future competence needs. The government has allocated funds for 20 study places in nuclear science at NMBU.
The programs are:
- Bachelor in Environmental Radioactivity (in Norwegian)
- Master i nukleær- og miljøvitenskap / Master of Science in Nuclear and Environmental Sciences (in English)
(Click on the links to read more about the study programs in the study catalogue)
Competence needed
“NMBU has a strong and international academic community in radiochemistry and environmental chemistry and can offer research-based education in this field,” says Elise Norberg, Pro-Rector for Education.
The study programs will contribute to ensuring current and future needs for nuclear competence within the Norwegian public sector and business community. Norway has rock types containing naturally occurring radionuclides. Radioactivity is also an important tool in research, industry, and hospitals.
“There are knowledge and competence gaps that need to be filled in the years to come,” she says.
Environmental focus
“These candidates will have a comprehensive understanding of sources and spread of radioactivity and how radionuclides can affect the environment, organisms, and humans, and how radiation protection and emergency preparedness work,” says Lindis Skipperud, Professor of Nuclear Chemistry and Environmental Chemistry at NMBU.
“There are currently no equivalent studies in radiochemistry and radioactivity in the environment at other educational institutions in Norway,” she continues.
The University of Oslo was also allocated 20 study places. That program focuses on nuclear physics, while the programs at NMBU will focus on radiochemistry and radioactivity in the environment.
From applied science to emergency preparedness
Students will acquire the fundamental skills required to start a successful career in the atomic and environmental sectors.
The knowledge gained from the bachelor's program will be applicable in many areas, from environmental protection to atomic emergency preparedness. With the master's program, candidates will have what it takes for further careers both nationally and internationally in research, administration, and business where nuclear competence is required.
The acquired knowledge in the master's degree will be applicable in many areas of applied science, from protecting health and the environment to nuclear preparedness and decommissioning of nuclear installations.