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EnvEuro MSc with a major in Environmental Science

This programme is perfect if you would like a European double Master’s degree focusing on the relationships between natural resource uses in Europe and their effects on the environment and society.

PROGRAMME INFORMATION

Europe has a long history of intensive use of natural resources and lessons on misuse and overuse of land and water resources. This has forced Europeans to pay strong attention to environmental deterioration and ecosystem vulnerability. Europe is therefore at the cutting edge with respect to environmental research, its use in monitoring, control, legislation, policy and management actions, and development of environmental technology.  

This programme, which is a collaboration between four renowned European universities, gives you in-depth knowledge about the environment and the sustainable use of natural resources. All this studied with an international perspective based on environmental planning, management, assessment, research and sustainable development.   

The programme has six different specialisations to choose from of which three are available at SLU: water resources, soil resources and land use and environmental management. You will study your first year at one university and your second year at another, giving you a Master’s degree from both universities.  

Attracting students from all over the world, the EnvEuro programme will also give you the opportunity to build up a large network of contacts for the future. With a double Master's degree in environmental science, you will be able to work as an environmental science expert at universities, in governmental agencies, the private sector or NGO:s either in your home country or overseas. You will also be well equipped to continue your studies towards a PhD for a career as researcher or university lecturer. 

 

What makes the international Master's programme EnvEuro unique? 

  • You will earn a double degree in environmental science, with a European perspective.  
  • You will study at two top universities in Europe, with a large selection of courses to tailor your studies.  
  • You will get a large international network for your continued professional career.  

 

Application process 

Applications to the program with SLU as “home” (first year) university should be submitted to universityadmissions.se.  

If you want to study the first year at another of the EnvEuro partner universities, see  the webpage of the EnvEuro consortium for how to apply. 

FACTS & REQUIREMENTS

Name: EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science
Level: Master
Language: English
Programme scope: 2 year, 120 credits
Next start: Autumn semester 2024

Tuition Fees: Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are required to pay application and tuition fees.

First semester: SEK 76000
Total: SEK 304000

Application deadline for international students: 2024-01-15
Application deadline for Swedish students: 2024-04-15

Study location: Uppsala
Pace of study: Full-time
Teaching form: On-campus
Application code for Swedish students: 81033
Application code for international students: 81051

Requirements:

Admission to the EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science requires a first-cycle qualification comprising 180 credits and including specialised studies in natural sciences i.e. biology, agricultural science, forest science, geology, environmental science or another natural science discipline.
Applicants with equivalent qualifications obtained by means of a degree from another country, or with equivalent knowledge obtained in some other way, may also be regarded as fulfilling the specific entry requirements.
This programme is taught in English. The applicant must further have a level of English equivalent to upper secondary school English, called English 6. An applicant with a first-cycle qualification from SLU comprising 180 credits automatically fulfils this requirement. Special rules apply for applicants with qualifications from one of the Nordic countries and some English-speaking countries.
Specific requirements apply for admission to the individual courses included in the programme.
The programme at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (when this is the home university) has three different tracks: Water resources, Soil resources and land use and Environmental management, where the constituent courses have differing specific entry requirements. A student who fulfils the specific entry requirements for the programme does not necessarily fulfil the entry requirements for all tracks. Further tracks are offered at the other universities within EnvEuro, where students study during year two.

Degree:

Degree awarded on completion of the programme

Upon completion of the programme, the degree of Master of Science is awarded. Other general qualifications may be awarded, provided that the requirements for them are fulfilled. More information can be found in SLU´s degree regulations.

Students who fulfil the qualification requirements for a degree will be issued a degree certificate upon request. The degree certificate will specify the qualification as Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a Major in Environmental Science.

In addition to a degree from SLU, the student may apply for a degree (double degree) from one of the other participating universities.

Degree requirements

A degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in environmental science is awarded to students who fulfil the course requirements (courses with a Pass grade) of 120 credits, of which at least 90 credits at second-cycle level, according to the following:

  • at least 30 credits of courses with specialised study in the main field environmental science (A1N; A1F),
  • at least 30 credits from an independent project (degree project) in the main field environmental science (A2E).

In addition, the student must hold a degree of Bachelor or professional qualification of at least 180 credits or an equivalent qualification.

Requirements for a double degree:

To earn a degree from the EnvEuro consortium the following requirements must also be fulfilled:

  • pass on the course Environmental Management in Europe, distance course, 7,5 credits,
  • at least 30 credits of elective courses according to an approved study plan,
  • at least 30 credits of courses at one of the other ELLS-universities,
  • successfully completed an independent project within environmental science according to an approved study plan and instructions from the EnvEuro consortium.

 

Admission: There are two admission rounds for this Master's programme. The first admission round is open to all international applicants at www.universityadmissions.se. The last date to apply is 15 January 2024. SLU strongly encourage all international students to apply in this first admission round.

CONTENT

The EnvEuro is a joint Master’s programme conducted by SLU Uppsala, Sweden, the University of Copenhagen, Denmark, the University of Hohenheim, Germany and BOKU, Vienna, Austria. In their first year, students will study at their home university – which in this case is SLU. In the second semester, students will then attend one of the partner universities where they will also conduct their Master’s project.

The programme contains the compulsory Environmental Management in Europe course which is taken by all programme students. It is a distance course at the end of the first semester. However, the course begins with a physical meeting in connection with the ELLS conference. It is also possible to participate via video. During the conference, students will be able to meet other students, teaching staff and administrators from all four universities.

In the first semester, students select basic courses from a wide range of subjects, however the range will vary depending on the EnvEuro specialisation chosen (see the EnvEuro consortium's website).

In the second semester, students select courses within their chosen specialisation. The third semester is spent at one of the partner universities where they will continue with the same or a different specialisation.

In the final semester, students will complete their Master’s project. Students will be awarded a double degree in environmental science issued by both the home and host university.

Information about the partner universities, courses and specialisations can be found on the EnvEuro web pages.

Visit the student pages to find out more.

CAREER

Graduates of the EnvEuro programme have continued onto doctoral studies or work as researchers or teachers at universities. Former students have also gone on to work as experts in environmental science in governmental agencies, the private sector or NGOs.

Studying abroad provides students with the opportunity to develop their intercultural skills, build professional networks and increase their knowledge of environmental science.

Degree awarded

Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a Major in Environmental Science.

 

COURSE SCHEDULE

Year 1

Year 2

Research internship

2023-10-31 - 2024-01-14
15.0 hp
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SYLLABUS

EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science

Programcode:
NM025

Requirements

Admission to the EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science requires a first-cycle qualification comprising 180 credits and including specialised studies in natural sciences i.e. biology, agricultural science, forest science, geology, environmental science or another natural science discipline.

Applicants with equivalent qualifications obtained by means of a degree from another country, or with equivalent knowledge obtained in some other way, may also be regarded as fulfilling the specific entry requirements.

This programme is taught in English. The applicant must further have a level of English equivalent to upper secondary school English, called English 6. An applicant with a first-cycle qualification from SLU comprising 180 credits automatically fulfils this requirement. Special rules apply for applicants with qualifications from one of the Nordic countries and some English-speaking countries.

Specific requirements apply for admission to the individual courses included in the programme.

The programme at the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (when this is the home university) has three different tracks: Water Resources, Soil Resources and Land Use and Environmental Management, where the constituent courses have differing specific entry requirements. A student who fulfils the specific entry requirements for the programme does not necessarily fulfil the entry requirements for all tracks. Further tracks are offered at the other universities within EnvEuro, where students study during year two.

Goals

Objectives for a Degree

In accordance with the annex to the Ordinance for the Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, for a degree of Master (120 credits) the student shall:

Knowledge and understanding

  • demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the main field of study, including both broad knowledge of the field and a considerable degree of specialised knowledge in certain areas of the field as well as insight into current research and development work, and

  • demonstrate specialised methodological knowledge in the main field of study.

Competence and skills

  • demonstrate the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge and analyse, assess and deal with complex phenomena, issues and situations even with limited information

  • demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate issues critically, autonomously and creatively as well as to plan and, using appropriate methods, undertake advanced tasks within predetermined time frames and so contribute to the formation of knowledge as well as the ability to evaluate this work

  • demonstrate the ability in speech and writing both nationally and internationally to clearly report and discuss his or her conclusions and the knowledge and arguments on which they are based in dialogue with different audiences, and

  • demonstrate the skills required for participation in research and development work or autonomous employment in some other qualified capacity.

Judgement and approach

  • demonstrate the ability to make assessments in the main field of study informed by relevant disciplinary, social and ethical issues and also to demonstrate awareness of ethical aspects of research and development work

  • demonstrate insight into the possibilities and limitations of research, its role in society and the responsibility of the individual for how it is used, and

  • demonstrate the ability to identify the personal need for further knowledge and take responsibility for his or her ongoing learning.

Exam

Degree awarded on completion of the programme

Upon completion of the programme, the degree of Master of Science is awarded. Other general qualifications may be awarded, provided that the requirements for them are fulfilled. More information can be found in SLU´s degree regulations.

Students who fulfil the qualification requirements for a degree will be issued a degree certificate upon request. The degree certificate will specify the qualification as Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a Major in Environmental Science.

In addition to a degree from SLU, the student may apply for a degree (double degree) from one of the other participating universities.

Degree requirements

A degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in environmental science is awarded to students who fulfil the course requirements (courses with a Pass grade) of 120 credits, of which at least 90 credits at second-cycle level, according to the following:

  • at least 30 credits of courses with specialised study in the main field environmental science (A1N; A1F),
  • at least 30 credits from an independent project (degree project) in the main field environmental science (A2E).

In addition, the student must hold a degree of Bachelor or professional qualification of at least 180 credits or an equivalent qualification.

Requirements for a double degree: To earn a degree from the EnvEuro consortium the following requirements must also be fulfilled:

  • pass on the course Environmental Management in Europe, distance course, 15 credits
  • at least 30 credits of elective courses according to an approved study plan
  • at least 30 credits of courses at one of the other ELLS-universities
  • successfully completed an independent project within environmental science according to an approved study plan and instructions from the EnvEuro consortium.

Content and Structure

Programme description

The aim of the programme is to make students, following completion of their studies, well prepared to work on environmental and natural resource issues linked to one or several of the areas soil, water and biodiversity, based on knowledge about European ecosystems and management of environmental issues in Europe. The programme offers various opportunities for specialisation, both to students interested in management and policy issues and to students interested in deepening their knowledge in the direction of natural sciences, through the three specialisations Water Resources, Soil Resources and Land Use and Environmental Management.

The programme is offered in cooperation with four partner universities:

  • UCPH - University of Copenhagen, Denmark

  • UHOH - University of Hohenheim, Germany

  • SLU - Swedish University of Agricultural Science, Sweden

  • BOKU - University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Science, Vienna, Austria

The programme is divided into four semesters, each corresponding to 30 credits, of which the first semester is the "basic semester package" (BSP). Semesters two and three are "advanced semester packages" (ASPs), and the final semester consists of an independent project (degree project). As part of the programme, all students study at two of the partner universities. The first year is at the home university, in this case SLU, and the second year at one of the other universities, the so-called host university.

Basic semester package (BSP)

The purpose of the basic semester package is to provide the students with a common base for and background to the courses in the advanced semester package, and to introduce and practis concepts, theories and tools that recur later on in the programme. The introductory course (EME) consists of one week when students and teachers meet up, but is thereafter mainly carried out at as distance learning. The purpose of the introductory course is to introduce the students to European circumstances in relation to natural resources and environments, including environmental legislation, environmental monitoring and policy issues, among other subjects. The remainder of the BSP consists of courses at SLU.

Advanced semester package (ASP)

Ahead of semesters two and three, students select their ASP and specialisation. At SLU, there is the opportunity to choose between three different specialisations: Water Resources, Soil Resources and Land Use, and Environmental Management. Provided that the student fulfils the entry requirements for the individual courses, there is no limit to how a student can combine the two different ASPs. The student can choose two ASPs within the same specialisation, or within two different specialisations.

Independent project (degree project)

The studies conclude with an independent project (degree project), where the student can implement their knowledge, abilities and approach to a current issue within the subject area of the programme. The work is carried out at the host university, but with a supervisor from SLU as well.

Studies at SLU

Scientific approaches and scientific methods are practiced through the use of SLU´s broad research in lectures, seminars, field exercises and laboratories as well as through supervision. The students’ training in generic skills is an integral part of subject courses and the independent project. The ability to communicate orally and in writing is practised and developed in various ways throughout the programme, in dialogue with different groups within and outside SLU. The ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge is developed through work on complex issues, with particular focus on environmental and natural resource issues from a European perspective.

Courses in the programme

Main fields of study

MV = Soil Science, MX = Environmental science, BI = Biology, TE = Technique/Technology, LU = Rural development, LB = Agricultural science

Specialisation: Environmental Management

Year 1

Environmental Management in Europe, 15 credits MX, A1N

Environmental assessment, 15 credits MX/MV, A1N

Conflict, democracy and facilitation, 15 credits MX, A1N

Communication theory and strategy, 15 credits MX, A1F

Rurality, livelihood and gender, 15 credits LU/MX, A1N

Introduction to environmental communication – society, social interactions and communicative skills, 15 credits MX, A1N

Governance of natural resources, 15 credits LU, A1N

Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7.5 MV/MX, A1N

Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7.5 credits TE/TN, A1N

Sustainable technologies for agriculture in low- and medium income countries, 7.5 credits TE/MX, A1N

Ecology for Fish Management and Conservation, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Principles of Fisheries Science, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Year 2

Introduction to environmental communication – society, social interactions and communicative skills, 15 credits MX, A1N

The Context and Process of Research I: Theories and Methods LU/MX, A1N

The Context and Process of Research II: Theories and Methods LU/MX, A1F

Governance of natural resources, 15 credits LU, A1N

Field course in collaboration and learning in natural resource management, 15 credits MX, A1F

The Process of Research: Qualitative Methods, Data Analysis and Academic Writing, 15 credits LU/MX, A1F

Soils of the world and sustainable water and soil management, 15 credits MV/TE, A1N

Safe nutrient recycling, 7.5 credits MX/BI, A1N

Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7.5 MV/MX, A1N

Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7.5 credits TE/TN, A1N

Ecology for Fish Management and Conservation, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Principles of Fisheries Science, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Independent Project in Environmental Science, 30 credits MX, A2E

Specialisation: Soil resources and land use

Year 1

Environmental Management in Europe, 15 credits MX, A1N

Soil biology and biogeochemical cycles, 15 credits MV/BI, A1N

Environmental assessment, 15 credits MX/MV, A1N

Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Environmental geochemistry, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7.5 MV/MX, A1N

Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7.5 credits TE/TN, A1N

Sustainable technologies for agriculture in low- and medium income countries, 7.5 credits TE/MX, A1N

Agricultural cropping systems, 7.5 credits BI/LB, A1N

Year 2

Research internship MV/MX, A1F

Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Soils of the world and sustainable water and soil management, 15 credits MV/TE, A1N

Environmental geochemistry, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Safe nutrient recycling, 7.5 credits MX/BI, A1N

Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7.5 MV/MX, A1N

Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7.5 credits TE/TN, A1N

Agricultural cropping systems, 7.5 credits BI/LB, A1N

Independent Project in Environmental Science, 30 credits MX, A2E

Specialisation: Water resources

Year 1

Environmental Management in Europe, 15 credits MX, A1N

Soil biology and biogeochemical cycles, 15 credits MV/BI, A1N

Environmental assessment, 15 credits MX/MV, A1N

Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Environmental geochemistry, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7.5 MV/MX, A1N

Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7.5 credits TE/TN, A1N

Sustainable technologies for agriculture in low- and medium income countries, 7.5 credits TE/MX, A1N

Ecology for Fish Management and Conservation, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Principles of Fisheries Science, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Year 2

Research internship MV/MX, A1F

Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Soils of the world and sustainable water and soil management, 15 credits MV/TE, A1N

Environmental geochemistry, 15 credits MV/MX, A1N

Safe nutrient recycling, 7.5 credits MX/BI, A1N

Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7.5 MV/MX, A1N

Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7.5 credits TE/TN, A1N

Ecology for Fish Management and Conservation, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Principles of Fisheries Science, 15 credits BI/MX, A1N

Independent Project in Environmental Science, 30 credits MX, A2E

The courses offered may change during the course of the programme. Decisions on the courses offered are taken well in advance of the next academic year.

For each course, there is a course syllabus providing more detailed course information. Information on when courses are offered is available on the SLU student web.

Other Info

General regulations for first- and second-cycle courses and programmes

For more information on semester dates, examination and credit transfer, see the Regulations for education at Bachelor´s and Master´s level available on the SLU student web.

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Students who complete the programme and are awarded a degree of Master have the option to continue their studies at doctoral level.

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