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Biology, Aquatic Ecology – (M.Sc.)
Lund University
Faculty of Science
| Application Deadline: | January 16 | ||
| Annual Tuition Fee: | Free - ≈ € 15,500 (non-EEA) | ||
| Location: | Lund / Sweden / View location on map ▾ Hide location on map ▴ | ||
| Duration: | 21 months | Start Date: | September |
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| Credits (ECTS): | 120 | ||
| Languages: | English | ||
Location of Lund University
Programme overview
* Master's Programme, 2 Years, Full time
* Code: LU-18013
* 120 credits
* Lund Campus
* Study period: 03 Sep 2012 – 06 Jun 2014
This Master's programme has two specialisations; Limnology and Marine Ecology. It provides knowledge on current theories and models of aquatic ecosystems, the relation between watershed, atmosphere, lakes and streams, interactions between humankind and aquatic ecosystems, and water management. Practical training in laboratory and field methodology is also emphasised.
Special features of the programme:
* Close collaboration with research groups on state-of-the-art scientific approaches to current environmental issues
* Derivation of guidelines for sustainable fisheries management
* Hands-on laboratory training and risk assessment in ecotoxicological issues in aquatic environments
* Designing restoration projects in aquatic watersheds.
Career prospectsAfter graduation many students of marine ecology/limnology find employment within the water management sector, e.g. as ecologists in municipal or county councils or in consulting agencies. In these positions your assignments could include environmental monitoring, consulting on matters concerning water and assessment of measures that may affect the water environment. The programme also provides a solid grounding that prepares you for doctoral studies.
Contents
Limnology track
Year 1
Autumn
* Limnology (BIOR17)
* Frontiers in Ecology (BIOS04) - part time
* Fisheries Ecology (BIOR67)
Spring
* Aquatic Ecology (BIOR68)
* River Restoration (BIOR42) - part time
* Water Management (BIOR66)
Year 2
Autumn
* Marine Ecology (BIOR65) / The Scientific Method (BIOS11)
* Ecotoxicology (BIOR41) / Modelling in Biological Systems (BIOS02)
Spring
* Degree Project in Aquatuc Ecology
Recommended course of study
Marine Ecology track
Year 1
Autumn
* Marine Ecology (BIOR65)
* Frontiers in Ecology (BIOS04) - part time
* Fisheries Ecology (BIOR67)
Spring
* Aquatic Ecology (BIOR68)
* River Restoration (BIOR42) - part time
* Water Management (BIOR66)
Year 2
Autumn
* Limnology (BIOR17) / The Scientific Method (BIOS11)
* Ecotoxicology (BIOR41) /Modelling in Biological Systems (BIOS02)
Spring
* Degree Project in Aquatic Ecology
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Requirements
A Bachelor´s degree including 90 HEC in Biology of which at least Cell Biology, Genetics and Microbiology 15 HEC, Ecology 15 HEC, Botany 15 HEC and Zoology 15 HEC. In addition 5 HEC in Statistics.
English B (advanced) language proficiency shall be demonstrated in one of the following ways:
* IELTS score of 6.5 (with no section less than 5.5)
* TOEFL paper-based score of 4.5 (scale 1-6) in written test and a total score of 575; internet based score of 20 (scale 0-30) and a total score of 90
* Cambridge/Oxford – Advanced Certificate of Proficiency
* A Bachelor’s degree from a university where English is the only language of instruction, according to the International Handbook of Universities
* A pass on English course B (Swedish upper secondary school).
Please check the full list of English language proficiency requirements and exemptions at
Additional Requirements
| Minimal degree required: | Bachelor's degree |
| Minimal amount of work experience | Not specified |
Language Proficiency
| IELTS Band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL Paper-based: | 575 |
| TOEFL Internet-based: | 90 |
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