Theory and Method in Environmental Science
15.0 ECTS creditsThis course centres on research methods and theories at various levels with relevance to the environment and to sustainable development. Students are equipped with tools to approach environmental problems in new ways through the study of several theories. Students learn to collect and process data with the help of different methods, while reflecting on their strengths and weaknesses. They also learn to combine theoretical perspectives and methodological approaches and to complete a research design.
Students acquire skills in conducting research independently and prepare for the concluding degree project.
Instruction is on campus in the form of lectures, seminars and exercises. Swedish and English are used in the teaching.
Students acquire skills in conducting research independently and prepare for the concluding degree project.
Instruction is on campus in the form of lectures, seminars and exercises. Swedish and English are used in the teaching.
Progressive specialisation:
G2F (has at least 60 credits in first‐cycle course/s as entry requirements)
Education level:
Undergraduate level
Admission requirements
Completed course Introduction to Environment and Safety (15 ECTS cr). Attended courses Natural Science Basis of Risk and Environmental Issues (15 ECTS cr), Societal Strategies for Environment and Safety (15 ECTS cr), Risk and Environment Issues from a Health Perspective (15 ECTS cr) and Environment, Risk and Sustainable Development (15 ECTS cr) with 45 ECTS credits completed, or equivalent.
Selection:
Selection is usually based on your grade point average from upper secondary school or the number of credit points from previous university studies, or both.
Course code:
MVG320
The course is not included in the course offerings for the next period.