Where is Campus Ås?

Campus Ås, part of the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) which now includes the Norwegian College of Veterinary Medicine, is located in Ås, just outside Oslo. This campus represents a modern expansion of veterinary education and research facilities, following the integration of veterinary programs into NMBU. It offers cutting-edge resources and a rural setting ideal for large animal studies and agricultural research.

• Veterinary Medicine (DVM): Continuation of the comprehensive veterinary training program with access to advanced clinical facilities and large animal focus.
• Aquaculture and Fish Health: Specialized courses addressing the health and management of aquatic species, crucial for Norway’s fishing industry.
• Food Safety and Biosecurity: Programs focusing on preventing disease outbreaks in animal populations and ensuring safe food production.
• Environmental and Animal Welfare Studies: Research and coursework on sustainable animal husbandry and ethical treatment of animals.

The Ås campus is equipped with modern veterinary hospitals, research centers, and farms for practical training, allowing students to engage directly with livestock and wildlife. Its proximity to natural landscapes supports studies in environmental impacts on animal health. The curriculum integrates interdisciplinary approaches, combining veterinary science with biotechnology and environmental sciences to address contemporary challenges in animal and human health. This campus plays a pivotal role in advancing veterinary education in Norway by fostering innovation and collaboration in a dynamic academic environment.