MV0229, Research internship in Soil Science, 15.0 Hp
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Syllabus

Finalized by: PN-O, 2025-12-12
Valid from : Autumn semester 2026 (2026-08-31)

Level

Second cycle (A1F)

Main field of study

Soil Science

Grading Scale

The grade requirements within the course grading system are set out in specific criteria. These criteria must be available by the course start at the latest.

Course language

English

Entry Requirements

Objectives

Students gain insight into research through practical experience in a research environment and are trained to apply the methods used by the research group. Students deepen their understanding of the theory behind the methods in order to understand the possibilities and limitations of the methods in question. Students learn to write a scientific report.

Upon completion of the course, students should be able to

• Gain insight into the research process and the working methods of a research group
• Apply one or more methods within the relevant research area
• Understand the theoretical background to the methods used
• Identify a research question, collect or use relevant data, and analyse and discuss data and methods on a scientific basis
• Communicate research results in writing.

Content

Subject-related content

The student identifies a topic and contacts the course coordinator and a researcher with a doctoral degree who can serve as a supervisor.

Teaching formats

The course is conducted as an individual project at an academic institution or research institute.

At the beginning of the course, students and supervisors shall design an individual project/research assignment and write a work plan. Students are introduced to methodology and, where relevant, ethical aspects and safety procedures. After a period of supervision, the student works more independently. The project concludes with two written reports in English. One report should contain a description of the internship and a reflection on the skills required for a career in research and the extent to which these are conveyed in the programme, and the other report should be a scientific report describing the project carried out and the results.

The course focuses on the following generic skills:

Information literacy, critical thinking, problem solving, scientific methods, oral communication, written communication, independence, time management/managing time frames, laboratory and/or field work

The following components are compulsory:

Introductory meeting and follow-up with course coordinator. Introduction to ethical aspects, safety procedures for laboratory and/or field work and risk analysis (if relevant), individual supervision and research group meetings are compulsory. Any other compulsory components must be specified in the project plan.

Examination Formats and Requirements for Passing the Course

To pass the course, the student must actively carry out the project/assignment and submit approved reports.

Responsible Department/Equivalent

Department of Soil and Environment

Supplementary information

Included in program

• Soil, Water and Environment - Master's Programme
• EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science

The Course Replaces

MV0208