Microbiology Nature-based Development and Innovation Packaging Plant Science Public Health Real Estate Development Renewable Energy PhD studies Doctoral programmes are based on a continuation in the Norwegian degree system from a master's degree or an equivalent qualification. A doctoral programme consists of course work, (an) individual research project(s) and a dissertation, which is defended in a formal oral examination. Other programmes in Norwegian One-year Teacher Education programme - part-time One-year Teacher Education programme - full-time Science Students do not have to pay tuition. The Norwegian government subsidizes all higher education. International students NMBU has exchange agreements with more than 93 universities worldwide, including six Nordic, 44 European and eight North American institutions. Institutional partnerships with universities in developing countries are carried out mainly through the Department of International Environmental and Development Studies/Noragric. The objectives of NMBU’s cooperation with universities abroad include building strong academic networks, facilitating international exchange and contributing to the competence building with universities in the south. Research Research at NMBU includes basic research and applied research, providing a foundation for education, research training and research geared towards the private sector. Research is mainly focused on Environmental Sciences, Veterinary medicine, Food Science, Biotechnology, Aquaculture and Business Development. It also has a strong interdisciplinary and international approach. There is a strong link between research and the NMBU study programs; students at the Master and PhD level are often involved in many research activities. Research is also a joint venture between research institutes in Ås. Together, the university and the institutions represent the largest research environments for life sciences in Norway. NMBU is also active through national alliances with other institutions and through institutional partnerships with universities in developing countries. NMBU’s health-related research is linked to healthy food, clean water and the environment and the many related challenges in developing countries. Student life Student Housing The Pentagon, a group of buildings south of the NMBU campus, houses students. Other students live in private housing. Organizations University Foundation for Student Life in Ås (SiÅs) The University Foundation for Student Life in Ås was established in 1955 under and in pursuance of the Act of 28.06.96 of Student unions. SiÅs shall: provide the students with good and reasonable welfare offers promote the students’ interests contribute do that NMBU becomes and attractive place to study and work SiÅs is in charge of the student accommodations, sports center, bookstore, print shop, restaurant and cafeterias,