This course deals with sampling methods and analytical techniques used within the fields of Earth Science and Physical Geography, with a focus on abiotic conditions both the terrestrial and aquatic systems. There will be a strong emphasis on study design and providing students with practical experience in collecting field data from various environments and media. An important aspect is how the natural variability of the landscape, along with the specific research question, affects where, when, and how we sample, as well as how we interpret the data. In addition to field sampling and field studies, the course includes significant laboratory components. The course will also address data quality assurance, statistical processing of both time series data and spatial data, various ways of visualizing data, and the importance of documentation and data traceability-especially for long-term studies (e.g., national monitoring programs).
Application and eligibility
Soil and water - field methods, 15 credits
Autumn Term 2025
Starts
1 September 2025
Ends
2 November 2025
Study location
Umeå
Language
English
Type of studies
Daytime,
100%
Required Knowledge
30 ECTS credits in Earth Science/Physical Geography or Chemistry for Chemical principles in human and environment 1, 7,5 ECTS and Chemical principles in human and environment II, 7,5 ECTS, and Ecology and Earth Sciences, 15 ECTS, or equivalent knowledge.
Academic credits
Applicants in some programs at Umeå University have guaranteed admission to this course. The number of places for a single course may therefore be limited.
Application code
UMU-50705
Application
The online application opens 17 March 2025 at 09:00 CET.
Application deadline is
15 April 2025. How to apply
Application and tuition fees
As a citizen of a country outside the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland, you are required to pay application and tuition fees for studies at Umeå University.