dep. of physical geography and ecosystem science master programmes starting fall 2015
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Dep. of Physical Geography and ecosystem science
Master ProgrammesSTARTING FALL 2015
5 PROGRAMMES
• Physical Geography and Ecosystems AnalysisHelena Eriksson
• Geomatics Helena Eriksson
• Atmospheric Science and Biogeochemical CyclesHarry Lankreijer
• Geo-information Science and Earth Observation and Management (GEM)
Petter Pilesjö
• Geographical Information Systems (iGEON)David Tenenbaum
REQUIREMENTS (to start)
Physical Geography and Ecosystems Analysis:A scientific first level degree comprising at least 180 higher education credits in physical geography, geology, geoscience, biology/ecology, physics, agronomy, forestry, environmental science or the equivalent, or a foreign degree with an equivalent/similar specialisation. English 6/English Course B.
Geomatics: A first-cycle degree in Science or Engineering of at least 180 higher education credits is required. Examples of relevant scientific first-cycle degrees are Bachelor of Science in Physical Geography, Mathematics or Computer Science. From technical colleges, specialisations in land surveying, community planning, civil engineering, ecosystems analysis or similar are relevant. English 6/English Course B.
ABS: A scientific first level degree in Physical Geography or Physics or the equivalent, comprising at least 180 higher education credits, is required for admission to the programme. There are specific admission requirements for individual courses on the programme. English 6/English Course B.
No Bachelor degree yet?
• Courses at Master level (advanced courses) as ”stand alone” courses (req. 90 credits)
• Why?
• BE AWARE!!! No guarantee that you will be admitted to courses
• Tell your study advisor if you plan to do this!
REQUIREMENTS (to graduate)
General
• The Bachelor’s degree
• Courses corresponding to 120 credits
• At least 45 credits of advanced courses within the relevant subject
• No more than 30 credits at basic level
• Specific courses that are required for each programme
Physical Geography and Ecosystems Analysis
Climate Change and its impact on the environment NGEN01
Ecosystem Modeling NGEN02
Global Ecosystem Dynamics NGEN03
Ecosystem Hydrology NGEN10
or Satellite Remote Sensing NGEN08
Greenhouse Gases and the Carbon Cycle NGEN04
Master Thesis Project
Optional
Year 1
Year 2
• Focus: broad or specialised - many options
• Main subjects: Environmental and Climate Science, Ecosystems Analysis, Biogeophysics, Methods in Environmental Analysis, GIS and Remote Sensing, Geomorphology...
Alternative
Physical Geography and Ecosystems Analysis
Climate Change and its impact on the environment NGEN01
Ecosystem Modeling NGEN02
Global Ecosystem Dynamics NGEN03
Ecosystem Hydrology NGEN10
Greenhouse Gases and the Carbon Cycle NGEN04
Master Thesis Project
Satellite Remote Sensing NGEN08
Master Thesis project
Year 1
Year 2
• Alternative in order to take both Ecosystem Hydrology and Satellite Remote Sensing courses
Geomatics
Geographical information systems NGEA11
Geographical information systems NGEA12
Satellite Remote Sensing NGEN08
Master Thesis Project NGEM01
Internet GIS NGEN07and Algorithms in GIS NGEN06
Year 1
Year 2
• Main focus: GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis, storage of data (spatial database technology), treatment of data (fundamental algorithms), distribution of data (web services), visualization...
• Specific course requirements
Alternative
Spatial Analysis NGEN11 and
Geographical Databases NGEN12
Programming for applications in geomatics, physical geography and ecosystem science, NGEN13
Geomatics
Programming for applications in geomatics, physical geography and ecosystem science, NGEN13
Spatial Analysis NGEN11 and Geographical Databases NGEN12
Satellite Remote Sensing NGEN08
Master Thesis Project
Optional
Year 1
Year 2
• Alternative for those who already studied GIS corresponding to 30 credits
• Specific course requirements
Internet GIS NGEN07 and Algorithms in GIS NGEN06
Optional
Atmospheric Sciences and Biogeochemical Cycles
Climate Change and its impact on the environment NGEN01
Ecosystem Modeling NGEN02
Global Ecosystem Dynamics NGEN03
Ecosystem Hydrology NGEN10
or Satellite Remote Sensing NGEN08
Greenhouse Gases and the Carbon Cycle NGEN04
Master Thesis Project
Optional
Year 1
Year 2
• Focus: Specialised – research oriented
• Main subjects: depend on specialisation
Change of plans?
What if you wish to quit half way through?
One-year master possible within Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science
Requirements:
• 30 credits within the subject area
• Master thesis project in 30 credits
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