In 2005 NTNU (Norwegian University of Science and Technology, Trondheim) decided to establish a master programme in Nanotechnology, parallel to the establishment of NTNU NanoLab. 30 students are admitted into the programme each year. For the start-up year 2006/2007 the programme received 1430 applications, making it one of the most competitive study programmes in Norway.
The programme is an integrated five year programme (300 ECTS), leading to the degree Master of Science in Nanotechnology. The first two years consists chiefly of compulsory basic courses in mathematics, chemistry and physics, in addition to introductory courses in nanotechnology, nano life sciences and experimental tools in nano sciences.
In year three the students proceed within one of the following specialisations: Nanoelectronics, Bionanotechnology, Nanostructured materials and Nanotechnology for energy and environment.
Fourth year students may choose among several elective courses according to the chosen specialisation. In year five all students must pass a compulsory project (7,5 + 15 ECTS), before completing their studies with a 30 ECTS Master's thesis.
NTNU encourages student exchange. It is expected that some students will complete parts of their study outside NTNU, either as a regular exchange students in their fourth year, or performing project and/or Master’s thesis at an educational establishment or technology enterprise in their fifth year.
A main feature with the programme is that it is heavily oriented towards experimental work, offering at least one laboratory course each term. Part of this work will be carried out in NTNU NanoLab’s clean room facilities, which are currently being established.
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