Norwegian University of Life Sciences, East Norway

Applied Economics and Sustainability

The master’s degree consists of 120 ECTS, including a 30 ECTS master’s thesis.

The program is structured in four parts:

  • A set of mandatory courses in mathematics, economics, data analysis, econometrics, introductory programming, public economics and taxation, and sustainability (55 ECTS).
  • Specialization profiles in Environment, Climate, and Energy; Financial and Commodity Market Analysis; or elective courses (35 ECTS). The electives in the program can be either in one of the profiles, or freely chosen among the courses offered at NMBU. NB! The profile in Financial and Commodity Market Analysis requires BUS220 or equivalent from the bachelor level.
  • Master thesis (30 ECTS)

Entry requirements

Higher Education Entrance Qualification and a completed bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree including a specialization worth 80 ECTS. There is a minimum grade requirement of C. Documented proficiency in English in accordance with NMBU regulations.

Bachelor's degree in economics or other relevant fields. The degree should include courses in mathematics and statistics and intermediate level courses in micro- and macroeconomics.

Level
Master
Duration
2 years | 120 ECT
Tuition
Information about tuition fees can be found here: Tuition fees | NMBU
Application deadline

Nordic applicants: April 20
EU applicants: April 20
Non EU-applicants: December 1

Entry requirements

Higher Education Entrance Qualification and a completed bachelor’s degree comparable to a Norwegian bachelor’s degree including a specialization worth 80 ECTS. There is a minimum grade requirement of C. Documented proficiency in English in accordance with NMBU regulations.

Bachelor's degree in economics or other relevant fields. The degree should include courses in mathematics and statistics and intermediate level courses in micro- and macroeconomics.