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M.Sc. Biology, Aquatic Ecology
Lund University
| Application deadline: | January 15 |
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| Start date: | September 2013 |
| Credits: | 120 ECTS |
| Duration full-time: | 24 months |
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| Delivery mode: | On Campus |
| Educational variant: | Full-time |
Description
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
Recommended course of study
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 Aquatic 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
Degree title
Master of Science (Two Years) Major: Biology with specialization in Aquatic Ecology
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 Bachelors 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).
English Language Requirements
| IELTS band: | 6.5 |
| TOEFL paper-based test score: | 575 |
| TOEFL internet-based test score: | 90 |
Funding
Lund University Global Scholarship programme
The Lund University Global Scholarship programme is targeted at top academic students from countries outside the EU/EEA (and Switzerland). You apply for a Lund University Global Scholarship after you have applied for the programme/or free-standing course you wish to study at Lund University.
Programme-specific scholarships
Some programmes may have specific scholarships connected only to the programme or the subject area.
Erasmus Mundus Action 1
Lund University is a partner in several Erasmus Mundus joint programmes (Action 1). As a student on these Master's programmes you can get a scholarship that can cover both tuition fees and living expenses. Details can be found on the Erasmus Mundus programme pages.
Erasmus Mundus Action 2
Lund University is a partner in several Erasmus Mundus Action 2 "lots".If you are from an eligible country you can apply for a scholarship to come to Lund University. Scholarships are available to academic staff, PhD students, Master's students and Bachelor's students and can cover both tuition fees and living expenses.
Swedish Institute scholarships
The Swedish Institute offers several scholarship programmes for international students studying at Bachelor's, Master's, PhD and post-doctoral levels.
Swedish Institute Study Scholarship:
The Swedish Institute Study Scholarships target highly qualified students across two categories:
Category 1: Students from the following 12 developing countries: Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. Category 2: Students with citizenship from countries on the DAC list (note there are some exceptions).
Other Swedish Institute Scholarships:
* Visby Programme - Swedish Institute Baltic Sea Region
* Swedish Institute Scholarships for East Europe
* Swedish-Turkish Programme
US Student Finance
Lund University is a participating institution in the US Government Federal William D. Ford Direct Loan Program for undergraduate, Masters and doctoral programmes. This includes the Stafford Loans and the Graduate Plus Loans. Please note that this loan programme is only available to US citizens or eligible non-citizens.
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