BachelorFull timeInternational Environment and Development Studies
A unique combination of social science and natural science approaches to the study of international environment and development issues, including an introduction to qualitative and quantitative research methods.
Application deadline:
April 15th
International applicants:
December 1st
Start of Studies:
Autumn
Number of students:
44
Requirements:
Higher Education Entrance Qualification + documented proficiency in English
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Requirements in detail
A great deal of attention is given to social justice, environmental sustainability, ecological and social resilience, political ecology, natural resource management, resource conflicts, development policies and politics, the effects of planned development interventions, and gender and development issues.
The program consists of compulsory and elective courses. These can be chosen among a variety of courses at NMBU or other universities in Norway or abroad. We recommend that you spend one semester abroad on exchange, and we encourage you to participate in our one-month field course (currently in Tanzania and India).
The degree is conducted in English.
Career opportunities
Graduates may find employment in a wide range of national and international institutions, including government agencies and non-governmental development organizations. The program provides a sound basis for further studies within: Development studies Environmental studies International relations Resources management or ecology.
Finding solutions for sustainable waste management
Read our interview with former student Marte Vestvik
Learning outcomes
Exchange possibilities
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