The natural science basis of risk and environmental issues

The course comprises and focuses on the basic natural science knowledge that is necessary for analysing, discussing and managing current risks and environmental problems, especially in terms of meteorology/climatology, ecology, soil geology and hydrology. In relation to environmental risks, such as pollution in air, soil and water, or the effects of human exploitation of natural resources and eco system services, the course includes studies of bio- geochemical cycles, photosynthesis, radiation balance and soil formation. The impact of a changed future climate is introduced.

Students carry out a specialisation project and present their results orally at a seminar.

Progressive specialisation: G1N (has only upper‐secondary level entry requirements)

Education level: Undergraduate level

Admission requirements: General admission requirements and upper secondary level Civics A/1b/1a1/1a2, Mathematics B/2a/2b/2c and Natural Science B/2 (field-specific eligibility A14), or equivalent. Physics A1, Chemistry A/1 and Biology A1 combined can replace Natural Science B/2, 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.

This course is included in the following programme

• Environment and Safety (studied during year 1)