Degree project

Would you like to work towards increased sustainability in fish farming?
Fish feed for farmed salmon has undergone significant improvements but still faces ongoing challenges regarding environmental sustainability. We are working to evaluate future protein sources for
Education
At the Department of Wildlife, Fish and Environmental Studies, we provide the Master's programme Conservation and Management of Fish and Wildlife. We also have individual courses at both Master's and
Education
Basic education Our department teach within the programs for Horticultural Science, Horticultural Management, Landscape Engineering, and Agricultural and Rural Management. We teach in subjects
Sensitivity testing of Aquatic Fungi to Fungicides (Master)
In this project, we will develop bioassays to evaluate the impact of fungicides on aquatic fungi. The study will focus on single-species, single-fungicide exposure, assessing key endpoints such as
Understanding effects of soil preparation
Master project in forest regeneration: understanding effects of soil preparation for sites in Southern Sweden. A cooperation project with Södra.

International study dog
We want to evaluate which factors in the relationship to your pet, are most valued among owners. Also, we want to increase our understanding about key features important for a successful relationship

International study
We want to evaluate which factors in the relationship to your pet, are most valued among owners. Also, we want to increase our understanding about key features important for a successful relationship
Swedish consumers
We envisage an interview study focussing on the following issues: How is eating insects perceived among Swedish consumers? Do they perceive a difference between eating insects as an ingredient (in
Thesis Day 2025 Alnarp
thesisday@slu.se On 5 June, students are presenting their master's and bachelor's level independent projects in Ultuna to fellow students, friends, family, SLU's staff and alumni. Thesis Day
Thesis Day 2025 Ultuna
thesisday@slu.se On 28 May, students are presenting their master's and bachelor's level independent projects in Ultuna to fellow students, friends, family, SLU's staff and alumni. Thesis Day
MSc projects
All the listed projects below are available at the Department of Plant Breeding (SLU Alnarp). In some cases, it can be flexible regarding the degree level of the projects

Positiv välfärd hos värphönskycklingar
In this thesis project, you will study how factors such as shelter, stimulation, and early outdoor access can help prepare laying hen chicks for life as adult laying hens. Through behavioural