Overview

We do work on everything from biogeochemical, hydrological and geomorphological processes to the evolution, chemical composition, behaviour, interaction and spread of various organisms.

Features

In the Environmental Science programme from Umea University, we also study the biodiversity of many different species groups and the effects of human intervention, the ways various nature types interact as well as landscape features from current and historical perspectives.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

We use a broad spectrum of methods, such as mathematics models, laboratory and field experiments and long-term environmental monitoring.

The scale varies from the molecular to the global.

Our research is focused on the northern ecosystems but also touches upon ecosystems on other latitudes and questions of global importance.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Positions open throughout the year. Check the university’s website for the deadlines.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Umeå, Sweden

Disciplines

Environmental Sciences View 9 other PhDs in Environmental Sciences 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

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90

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Other requirements

General requirements

To fulfil the specific entry requirements to be admitted for studies at third-cycle level within the subject of environmental science, the applicant is required to have completed courses within a firstcycle subject relevant to environmental science comprising at least 120 credits.

At least one course at second-cycle level in a subject that is central to the doctoral student's planned specialisation shall have been completed, as well an independent piece of work (degree project) with relevant specialisation of at least 15 credits.

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Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months.
National

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months.

Doctoral students don’t pay tuition fees.

Living costs for Umeå

7125 - 11770 SEK /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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