Master's Degree English 2 years · 120 ECTS
Sustainable Food Systems
Norwegian University of Life Sciences · Ås, Norway Official degreeListed in NOKUT
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University profile Norwegian University of Life Sciences
Ås, Norway · Accredited programme
Sustainable Food Systems (Master's Degree) is taught at Norwegian University of Life Sciences, Ås. It lasts 2 years · 120 ECTS. Taught in English.
The Master in Sustainable Food Systems at NMBU gives you the tools to understand, analyse, and transform the way our food is produced and consumed. It’s an action‑oriented, interdisciplinary programme where you don’t just read about sustainability — you practice it. You’ll work in teams on real‑world challenges together with farmers, municipalities, companies and NGOs, gaining hands‑on experience with the complexity of modern food systems. The programme brings together agroecology, urban agriculture and food systems analysis, letting you choose the path that best fits your interests and ambitions. If you want to be part of the solution to some of the world’s biggest challenges — from climate change to food security — and kick‑start a meaningful career in the process, this master’s programme is the perfect place to start.
CityÅs
Credit load120 ECTS
- Living costsNOK 20,200 a month in Ås, rent included
- kr 242,400
Who can apply to this programme.
- Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) or equivalent education in a relevant field. Suitable academic backgrounds include agriculture, food science, nutrition, environmental and natural resource management, biology, social sciences, economics, technology or related disciplines. Applicants from other fields may also be considered if they can document relevant competence and strong motivation. Admission is based on academic performance (minimum average grade C / 2.5), documented background and a motivation letter, and interviews may be used when needed. As the programme is taught in English, applicants must meet the English language requirements https://www.nmbu.no/en/studies/admission/language_requirements in accordance with the NMBU regulations.
See the official programme requirements for the accepted English-language evidence.
EnglishMain teaching language
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How long is Sustainable Food Systems?
The official catalogue lists a duration of 2 years · 120 ECTS and 120 ECTS.
Which languages is Sustainable Food Systems taught in?
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