Master in Natural Resources Management

The Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU) is Norway's largest university, headquartered in Trondheim with campuses in Ålesund and Gjøvik. Formed in 1996 from a merger of historic institutions, NTNU carries a deep tradition in engineering and technology while offering broad academic disciplines from medicine and social sciences to the arts. With roughly 42,840 students and 3,629 international students, NTNU is a major hub for research, innovation and international study in Scandinavia.

NTNU emphasizes close collaboration with industry and research partners, providing many opportunities for applied projects, internships and graduate research across 64 programs. English-taught degrees and strong research supervision make the university accessible to international students aiming for careers in technology, sustainable energy, health sciences or entrepreneurship. Student services include international advising, integration programs and support for housing and visas.

Life at NTNU combines rigorous academics with outdoor and cultural experiences typical of Norway. The student community is active in associations, innovation labs and cross-disciplinary initiatives, and Trondheim offers an affordable, student-friendly city environment. Prospective international applicants should review program-specific entry requirements, explore funding and scholarship options and contact the international office early to plan arrival and accommodation.

The Master in Natural Resources Management is a 2-year international program at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology, taught in English. It focuses on training students to contribute to a more sustainable society by understanding natural resource management systems from both social and natural science perspectives.

The curriculum covers courses like Natural Resources Planning and Management, Scientific Research Seminar in Natural Resource Management, and Sustainable Management of Ecosystem Services. Students develop skills in research, planning, and management of natural resources.

Graduates can work as Environmental Consultants, Conservation Biologists, Sustainability Managers, Natural Resource Planners, or Research Scientists, in industries such as government agencies, NGOs, or private companies focused on environmental sustainability.