Master Programme in Biology: Ecology and Conservation Biology
120 ECTS credits
Study programme
The programme focuses on Ecology and Conservation and is led by researchers in the Biology department at Karlstad University. It is a programme for those who want to deepen their knowledge and competence in ecology and conservation to prepare for employment or further research. We focus on applied ecology and conservation issues.
Education level:
Master's level
Prerequisites
General entry requirements. A bachelor-level degree of at least 180 credits, specialising in the main field of study Biology. Upper secondary school level English 6 or equivalent.
While studying
Education
The programme of study begins with the resilience-based course on Ecosystem Stewardship, that provides an overview of ecosystem services and their management. We follow with a course on applied Ecological Resource Management: The second term starts with an advanced course on Landscape Ecology and finishes with an Advanced Methods course. Students have space for elective courses to sharpen their own focus in the second year of studies. Finally the Masters project is an advanced research project within our extensive research network in Sweden and abroad.Course of study
| Semester 3 | ECTS credits |
|---|---|
| Master thesis 1 year in Biology (Elective) | 15 |
| Master thesis in biology (Elective) | 30 |
Total ECTS credits:
30*
*Full-time study always equals 30 ECTS credits per semester (20 weeks).
Please note - not all programmes offer elective or optional courses.
Elective course: Students are free to choose among certain alternative courses, often depending on their choice of specialisation.
Optional course: Students are free to choose any course offered at Karlstad University or at other universities. Courses listed are examples of recommended or frequently chosen courses for a specific programme.
Future prospects
Employment Market
A Masters Degree in Biology opens your possibilities for advancement in professional postions in government, non-profit, or private consulting firms. It also prepares you for doctoral studies, with possible publication of your Masters thesisDegree
Master of Science (120 credits). Main field of study: Biology.It is also possible to obtain a Degree of Master (60 credits) following successful completion of course requirements worth 60 credits, of which at least 30 credits must be at Master’s level, including a degree project in Biology comprising 15 credits.
Master of Science (60 credits). Main field of study: Biology