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Master's Programme in Geoecology, 120 Credits
Level of education: Continuation programme Application and eligibility Programme syllabus
About the programme
The Department of Ecology and Environmental Science at Umeå University offers a 2-year Master of Science Programme for students that would like to specialize in Geoecology. Geoecology integrates the fields of Geosciences and Ecology. With an emphasis on the Nordic landscape, you will study natural earth processes, climate change and the effects of anthropogenic impact, such as resource utilization and pollution. These processes result in a more dynamic environment than what is generally recognized, and you will develop an awareness of environmental changes on timescales from years to millennia.
Instruction
The Study Programme starts with a field course, Field Methods in Geoecology. After that, you will have opportunities to take theoretical courses and applied courses directed towards field studies, as well as courses directed towards Geographic Information Systems.
The programme is very flexible, as the only compulsory courses are the first course, Field methods in Geoecology, 15 ETCS, and the final Degree thesis, 30 ECTS. Courses can otherwise be chosen freely, as long as the requirements for the M.Sc. degree are met.
Career Opportunities
Most graduates are working with environmental issues or environmental problems on private companies or for the authorities. A number continue with Ph.D. studies and are aiming at a career as a scientist.
Application and eligibilityTuition fees and scholarships
With a few exceptions, all citizens of countries outside of the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are required to pay application and tuition fees for education at undergraduate and advanced level.
For most degree programmes rates are SEK 90,000–135,000 per year. Programmes in architecture, design, and fine arts range from SEK 270,000 to SEK 330,000 per year.
Umeå University offers a limited number of scholarships to students from outside the EU/EEA.
The Swedish Institute administers numerous scholarships each year for students and researchers coming to Sweden.
Contact Information
Faculty of Science and Technology
Contact:
Rolf Zale, Programme Co-ordinator
Tel: +46(0)90-786 6781
Fax: +46(0)90-786 6705