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.
• Gain deep knowledge on natural resource use in Europe and its effects on and relationships with environment and society.
• Learn about principles in current European environmental management.
• The compulsory mobility gives you opportunities to develop a wide professional network, facilitating relevant and interesting work opportunities all over Europe.
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 five different specialisations to choose from; three of these are available at SLU: - water resources, - soil resources and land use and - environmental management. You will study your first year at one of the EnvEuro universities 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 NGOs — both in your home country or overseas. You will also be well equipped to continue your studies towards a PhD for a career.
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
To be enrolled in the double degree EnvEuro programme with SLU as home (first year) university, you must apply both at universityadmissions.se and at the EnvEuro consortium. See under FACTS & REQUIREMENTS below for more information.
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 2025
Tuition Fees: Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are required to pay application and tuition fees.
First semester: SEK 78000 Total: SEK 312000
Application deadline for international students: 2025-01-15 Application deadline for Swedish students: 2025-04-15
Study location: Uppsala Pace of study: Full-time Teaching form: On-campus
Application code for Swedish students: 81033 Application code for international students: 81051
The programme has a mandatory in-person kick-off in Vienna in late august, partly at your own expense. This kick-off also comprises the start of the mandatory programme specific course Environmental management in Europe.
Requirements:
To get admitted to the double degree EnvEuro programme and eligible for the change of university for the second year, you need to make two applications:
To the EnvEuro consortium at this web page, will open in November 2024.
The admission to SLU 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 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. Note that the EnvEuro consortium has higher requirements on English proficiency (see below), which are mandatory for admission.
The admission to the EnvEuro consortium requires:
A Bachelor degree with above average grades in Agricultural, Natural, or Environmental Sciences, or a related discipline,
Proven knowledge in at least two of these areas (listed in the transcript of records): Mathematics/Statistics; Biology/Ecology; Chemistry/Physics
Proof of English proficiency (TOEFL ibt 92, IELTS academic 7.0, Cambridge C1 Advanced, or previous studies taught in English in the USA, Canada, UK, Ireland, Australia, or New Zealand)
The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences offers three of the five EnvEuro specialisations: Water resources, Soil resources and land use and Environmental management. You select specialisation during the first semester. Within each specialisation, the programme offers a wide selection of courses. However, many of the offered courses have higher entry requirements than only being admitted to EnvEuro. See the EnvEuro home page for information on entry requirements.
If you are admitted only at SLU you will obtain a master’s degree in environmental science at SLU.
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, 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.
EnvEuro is a joint Master’s programme conducted by SLU Uppsala, Sweden, the University of Hohenheim, Germany, BOKU, Vienna, Austria and Wageningen University, The Netherlands. In their first year, students will study at their “home university” – which will be SLU if you are going to apply to the programme here. In the second year, students switch to one of the EnvEuro partner universities where they will also conduct their Master thesis project.
The programme contains the compulsory distance course Environmental Management in Europe which is taken by all programme students at half time during the first semester. However, the course begins with a compulsory physical meeting in connection with the EnvEuro kick-off in late August in Vienna (partly at your own expense). At this meeting, 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 vary depending on the chosen EnvEuro specialisation (see the EnvEuro consortium's website). SLU offers the following specialisations: - water resources, - soil resources and land use and - environmental management.
In the second semester, students select courses within their chosen specialisation. The third semester is spent at one of the partner universities where students will continue with the same or a different specialisation.
In the final semester, students will complete their Master thesis 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.
Many former EnvEuro students work as experts in environmental science in European and governmental agencies, the private sector and NGOs. It is also common that graduates of the EnvEuro programme continues onto doctoral studies. .
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.
Programme Code: NM025
Finalized by: Utbildningsnämnden, 2010-10-20 Revised: 2023-03-07 Revised By: Programnämnden för utbildning inom naturresurser och jordbruk SLU ID: SLU ua 2023.3.1.1-980 Education plan valid from: Autumn 2024 Responsible programme board: The programme board for education in natural resources and agriculture
Entry 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.
To be admitted to the EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science, the student has to apply for and be accepted to the programme via the SLU application system.
Content
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:
University of Copenhagen, Denmark (UCPH)
University of Hohenheim, Germany (UHOH)
Swedish University of Agricultural Science, Sweden (SLU)
University of Natural Resources and Applied Life Science, Austria (BOKU)
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 (master thesis). 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 practice concepts, theories and tools that recur later on in the programme. The mandatory course Environmental management in Europe consists of modules where students and teachers from all partner universities meet up, but is 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 (master thesis)
The studies conclude with an independent project (master thesis), 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, TN=Technology, LV=Food science, LU=Rural development, LB=Agricultural science
Specialisation: Environmental management
Year 1
Food waste - current situation and future opportunities, 7,5 cr, LV/MX, A1N
Introduction to environmental communication – society, social interactions and communicative skills, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Rurality, livelihood and gender, 15 cr, LU/MX, A1N
Sustainable technologies for agriculture in low- and medium income countries, 7,5 cr, TN/MX, A1N
Models for sustainable water management, 7,5 cr, MX, A1N
Environmental management in Europe, 7,5 cr, MX, A1N
Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7,5 cr, TN, A1N
Governance of natural resources, 15 cr, LU, A1N
Communication theory and strategy, 15 cr, MX, A1F
Conflict, democracy and facilitation, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Environmental assessment, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Engaging critically with environmental governance practice, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Year 2
The context and process of research I: Theories and methods, 7,5 cr, LU/MX, A1N
The context and process of research II: Theories and methods, 7,5 cr, LU/MX, A1N
Soils of the world and sustainable water and soil management, 15 cr, MV/TN, A1N
Introduction to environmental communication – society, social interactions and communicative skills, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7,5 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Models for sustainable water management, 7,5 cr, MX, A1N
The process of research: Qualitative methods, data analysis and academic writing, 15 cr, LU/MX, A1N
Governance of natural resources, 15 cr, LU, A1N
Communication theory and strategy, 15 cr, MX, A1F
Master thesis in environmental science, A2E, 30 cr, MX, A2E
Specialisation: Soil resources and land use
Year 1
Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7,5 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Models for sustainable water management, 7,5 cr, MX, A1N
Environmental management in Europe, 7,5 cr, MX, A1N
Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7,5 cr, TN, A1N
Environmental geochemistry, 15 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Soil biology and biogeochemical cycles, 15 cr, MV/BI, A1N
The ecology of cropping systems, 15 cr, BI/LB, A1N
Environmental assessment, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Year 2
Soils of the world and sustainable water and soil management, 15 cr, MV/TN, A1N
Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Sustainable technologies for agriculture in low- and medium income countries, 7,5 cr, MX/TN, A1N
Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7,5 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Models for sustainable water management, 7,5 cr, MX, A1N
Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7,5 cr, TN, A1N
Research internship 15 cr, MV/MX, A1F
Environmental geochemistry, 15 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Safe nutrient recycling, 15 cr, MX/BI, A1N
The ecology of cropping systems, 15 cr, BI/LB, A1N
Master thesis in environmental science, A2E, 30 cr, MX, A2E
Specialisation: Water resources
Year 1
Ecology for fish management and conservation, 15 cr, BI, A1N
Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Sustainable technologies for agriculture in low- and medium income countries, 7,5 cr, TN/MX, A1N
Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7,5 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Models for sustainable water management, 7,5 cr, MX, A1N
Environmental management in Europe, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7,5 cr, TN, A1N
Principles of fisheries science, 15 cr, BI, A1N
Environmental geochemistry, 15 cr, MV/MX, A1N
Soil biology and biogeochemical cycles, 15 cr, MV/BI, A1N Environmental assessment, 15 cr, MX, A1N
Year 2
Ecology for fish management and conservation, 15 hp, BI, A1N
Soils of the world and sustainable water and soil management, 15 hp, MV/TN, A1N
Soil water processes in agroecosystems, 15 hp, MV/MX, A1N
Land use and watershed management to reduce eutrophication, 7,5 hp, MV/MX, A1N
Models for sustainable water management, 7,5 hp, MX, A1N
Geographic information systems for environmental and natural science studies, 7,5 hp, TN, A1N
Principles of fisheries science, 15 hp, BI, A1N
Research internship, 15 hp, MV/MX, A1F
Environmental geochemistry, 15 hp, MV/MX, A1N
Safe nutrient recycling, 15 hp, MX/BI, A1N
Master thesis in environmental science, A2E, 30 hp, 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.
Objectives
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.
Qualification Requirements
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.
OtherInformation
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.
Possibilities for further studies
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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