The programme provides a comprehensive view of the way soil and water processes interact in a landscape perspective. We focus on major soil functions, as a medium for plant roots, soil fauna and microorganisms, a source of nutrients for plants and other biota and a filter in the water cycle. We explore important pathways for water, nutrients and other elements through soil and plants to the atmosphere or through soil to ground and surface water. The content of the programme is based on contemporary basic and applied research. You will be trained to evaluate the impacts of agriculture, forestry and urbanisation on soil and water quality and to design and apply proper management methods to achieve important environmental objectives. Case studies from Sweden, other European countries and subtropical/tropical countries are used as teaching tools. Basic knowledge of ecology, geology, physical geography, hydrology or soil science is an advantage.

Equivalent to Bachelor's degree of 180 credits including 90 credits in one of the following subjects:
- Biology
- Agricultural Science
- Soil Science, Geo Science
- Environmental Science
- Forest Science
- Technology
Knowledge corresponding to at least 20 credits in Biology, at least 20 credits in Chemistry and at least 10 credits in Soil Science or Geo Science alternative knowledge corresponding to at least 15 credits Chemistry, 15 credits Biology and 20 credits Soil Science or Geo Science is required.

Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school.

Degree of Master (120 credits) with a major in Soil Science alternative with a major in Environmental Science.