Overview

This Human Ecology programme offered by Lund University focuses on understanding human ecological processes at both local and global levels, examining how social and environmental systems interact and influence each other. It supports research into the relationships between society, environment, and development, with emphasis on integrating multiple perspectives to analyse complex socio‑ecological systems.

Key Facts

The academic environment combines theoretical, methodological, and thematic studies, enabling critical engagement with global environmental and development challenges. Training includes reading courses, supervision, and independent research, enabling the ability to analyse interdisciplinary knowledge, apply methodological approaches, and produce a scientific thesis addressing environmental and societal issues.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Human Ecological Processes (local and global)
Socio‑Ecological Systems
Environmental and Development Issues
Integration of Social and Environmental Perspectives
Environmental History / Archaeology
Environmental Anthropology / Philosophy
Environmental Sociology / Politics
Ecological Economics / Sustainability Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

The application process at our faculties varies – some advertise doctoral positions at the same time each year, while others do so throughout the year.

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Lund, Sweden

Disciplines

Ecology View 5 other PhDs in Ecology in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Admission to the doctoral studies requires one year of studies at the advanced level, and normally a total of three semesters of study of the discipline in question, including a half-semester thesis. The doctoral studies start in September.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

There are no tuition fees for doctoral education at Lund University.

Living costs

Lund

Sweden

7428 - 11057 SEK / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.