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Mission Statement SLU advances knowledge about our biological natural resources and mankindâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s management and sustainable use of them. This is achieved through teaching, research and environmental monitoring and assessment in collaboration with a spectrum of representatives from society at large.

SLU is a world-class university in the fields of life- and environmental sciences

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Sweden Swedish university of Agricultural Siences Campus Alnarp Campus Skara Campus Skinnskatteberg Campus Umeå Campus Uppsala

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COURSES Summer 2010 Alnarp Skinnskatteberg Umeå Uppsala Autumn 2010 Alnarp Grimsö Skara Skinnskatteberg Umeå Uppsala Spring 2011 Alnarp Skinnskatteberg Umeå Uppsala Summer 2011 Alnarp Umeå Uppsala

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Sweden & Europe

Paris, London, Berlin, Madrid, Stockholm, Prague and Budapestâ&#x20AC;Ś Many of Europeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s capitals are urban metropolises and popular tourist destinations attracting visitors young and old throughout the year. You can do some Christmas shopping in Copenhagen or Vienna, experience springtime in Paris or go surfing in Lisbon. You might fancy a musical or two during an autumn weekend in London or a visit to the Stockholm archipelago in January.

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Europe is one of the seven continents and is made up of 49 countries. The European Union (EU), with its 27 member countries and a population of nearly half a billion, covers much of Europe. Since its creation, it has worked to bring prosperity and stability to its citizens. With its neighbours and others, the EU works to spread prosperity, democratic progress, the rule of law and human rights beyond its frontiers. The European Union is the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s largest trading power and a major donor of financial and technical assistance to poorer countries. Fifteen EU countries share the same currency, the euro, which makes price comparisons easy and avoids the cost and inconvenience of changing money. In fact, most Europeans find it as easy to travel within the EU as to travel in their home country.

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The peoples of Europe, with their diverse traditions, cultures and languages, make up over seven per cent of the worldâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s population. Their heritage is charted in prehistoric cave paintings, Greek and Roman antiquities, Moorish architecture, medieval fortresses, renaissance palaces and baroque churches. Modern Europe continues to attract travellers with its vibrant cities, colourful cultural festivals, winter and summer sports and varied cuisine.

Sweden stretches 1,500 kilometres from white sand beaches in the south to snow-covered mountains in the north. Sweden has the largest population of the Nordic countries. Mountains to the west mark the border with Norway. It shares a border with Finland along the Gulf of Bothnia at the northern end of the Baltic Sea. The people of Sweden are trendsetters and are quick to embrace international ideas, so its art, music and design industry are vibrant and innovative. Multinational companies such as IKEA and H&M began here and still have their headquarters in Sweden. Sweden exports cars (Saab and Volvo), engineering products, steel, electronic devices, communications equipment and paper products. Sweden has a rich history dating back to the legendary Vikings, who were one of the first peoples to travel the world. All over Sweden there are remains from this time, including rune stones (engravings) and Viking villages that have been restored so the visitor can gain an impression of what life was like in the Viking era. Sweden remained neutral in both World Wars, so did not suffer the hardship and devastation that occurred elsewhere in Europe. Historical architecture from different eras is well preserved.

Madrid

Rome

The official language of Sweden is Swedish, but everyone studies English from the age of nine and television shows and movies are sub-titled, not dubbed. As a result, Swedes speak very good English and you will manage very well without being able to speak Swedish. If you do want to learn the language, most universities offer language courses for international students. The Swedish cuisine is known for its Smorgasbord (a buffet of savoury delicacies), Baltic herring, meatballs, pea soup and pancakes. Capital city: Stockholm Total area: 450,000 kmÂ˛ Population: 9.0 million Currency: Swedish krona, SEK Year of EU entry: 1995 Political system: Constitutional monarchy Official language: Swedish Website: www.sweden.se

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

Educational programmes found only at SLU

Facts about SLU SLU stands for Sveriges lantbruksuniversitet (Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences). 3,000 employees 200 professors 700 PhD students 6 000 students Turnover 2007: 257 million euros. Four faculties The Faculty of Landscape Planning, Horticulture and Agriculture Science The Faculty of Natural Resources and Agricultural Sciences The Faculty of Veterinary Medicine and Animal Science The Faculty of Forest Sciences

There is a close link between education and research. SLU has the highest proportion of lecturers with PhDs per student in Sweden. The university is also number one when it comes to the percentage of students going on to do postgraduate research. In addition to Alnarp, Skara, Umeå and Uppsala, SLU runs educational courses at places such as Flyinge, Strömsholm, Skinnskatteberg and Wången. SLU has vocational training courses, as well as programmes leading to a general academic qualification. Our vocational training courses have a strong identity, with a clearlydefined vocational role: agronomist, veterinary nurse, horticulturalist, hippologist (equine studies), MSc in forestry, landscape architect, landscape engineer, agricultural and rural manager, forest manager, horticultural manager and veterinary surgeon. With us you can study natural or social science and engineering – as they relate to

biological natural resources. Our master’s programmes are based on SLU’s strengths and profile areas. Statistics show that a qualification gained at SLU gives sought-after skills and expertise and very good prospects of obtaining a good job post-graduation. Postgraduate courses at SLU provide a grounding for further research, as well as for development work in trade, industry and the public sector. Leadership forms a key component, as does international networking. The majority of our doctoral students are attached to a research school. Our courses are adapted to European educational systems. This makes it easier for our students to study abroad, and prepares them for the international labour market. SLU has exchange programmes with several leading universities around the world and receives around 450 exchange students each year.

Umeå

… in Sweden Sweden is a long country,

extending over several vegetation zones – so SLU is found throughout Sweden. We develop knowledge of agriculture and forestry from north to south. That knowledge is needed so we can manage and conserve Sweden’s biological natural resources in the best possible way. SLU’s geographical distribution provides a unique opportunity for regional cooperation.

Uppsala

Skara

SLU’s activities are concentrated in four campuses: Uppsala, Umeå, Alnarp and Skara. In addition, education and research,

as well as environmental monitoring and assessment, are carried on at 26 research stations, experimental parks and educational centres all over the country.

Alnarp

campus ALnarp

Growing close to Europe Campus Alnarp is set in a large park by the sea, west of Lund, north of MalmĂś and east of Copenhagen. Alnarp offers every opportunity for a rewarding study experience.Campus life, academic life, sporting life, country life, or metropolitan nightlife â&#x20AC;&#x201C; the choice is yours.

Activities at campus Alnarp focus on landscape planning, horticulture, nemo-boreal forestry and agriculture. Alnarp, which is open to scholars and amateurs alike, is a 40-hectare park in the romantic landscape tradition, with undulating lawns and winding paths. It boasts a fine arboretum, the largest in Sweden, with 2,600 species and varieties of trees and shrubs. The Assortment Garden in the park provides a wealth of ideas for any gardener. It contains 800 annuals, 450 perennials, herbs, dahlias and ornamental grasses. The campus grounds also accommodate a landscape laboratory, a gardening laboratory, a rehabilitation garden and many beautiful buildings, designed by renowned architects. The Alnarp Library is a national library in the

fields of horticulture and landscape planning. It holds over 90,000 volumes. Publications are available in printed and electronic form, for the scholar as well as the amateur.

Some 400 faculty staff and 900 students take part in research and training. Subjects include horticulture, landscape architecture, landscape contracting, market gardening, farm management and agricultural engineeÂ ring. Information extension activities and further education courses are offered in all subjects. There are two student unions on Campus

Alnarp: LMK, primarily for agriculture students, and ASK, mainly for the other students. The unions make a valuable contribution to campus social life, and also protect student rights in relation to the University. Membership of a student union is mandatory for students in Sweden.

Facts – Skåne

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Skåne (Scania) is a geographical region on the southernmost tip of the Scandinavian peninsula. To the east and south it borders the Baltic Sea, and to the west the Oresund strait. It is part of the trans-national Oresund Region. Number of inhabitants: 1,184,500 Main cities and towns: Malmö, Helsingborg, Lund, Kristianstad Climate: Skåne holds most of Sweden’s highest temperature records, although strong winds often sweep across the open landscape. Largest lake: Ivösjön Highest point: Söderåsen, 212 metres above sea level. The landscape in Skåne varies more than many people realise. Numerous ridges, known as horsts, are a characteristic feature, extending from the south-east to the north-west. Much of the province is forested, particularly in northern Skåne, with a ”wedge” of forest extending southwards. Rolling plains are a prominent feature of the south and west, as well as around the town of Kristianstad.

LUND

FLYINGE

ALNARP MALMÖ

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TRELLEBORG The Baltic Sea

campus SKARA

A blend of old and new In Skara is it close to most things – nature, culture and student homes with it’s own stable. With 20 000 inhabitants and it’s own university so does Skara have the best conditions for it’s students.

SLU SKARA is located in the centre of the town. Since Skara is a small town, most facilities are within walking distance. Skara is over a thousand years old and the early streets still exist. You can still see the patterns in the cobblestone streets where the old church and the monastery once were. Skara has about 20 000 inhabitants and there are shops, coffee houses, gyms, cinemas and a library. If you would like to visit the neighbouring towns Skövde, Falköping and Lidköping, you can find them less than 30 kilometres away. Stockholm is just a two-hour train ride away. The SLU campus in Skara houses a museum of veterinary medicine, a modern veterinarian hospital with diagnostic imaging, and an MRT camera. It also houses LIVEUM, a business development enterprise. SLU Skara carries out research and education within four profile areas: Veterinary Nursing Sciences, Environmental Hygiene, Food Science with Industrial Application, and Preci-

sion Agriculture. The student union is located in the “Smithy” (Smedjan). The house once belonged to the town blacksmith. On Wednesdays the student union arranges a pub crawl, and many other activities are arranged for the students. In the exercise hall next to the student union there are lots of activities every day of the week. n

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VÄ Population: 1 198 806 MARIESTAD Largest cities: Gothenburg, Trollhättan, Lidköping, Vänersborg, Skövde, Skara KARLSBORG LIDKÖPING Climate: The southwestern part of Västergötland has a large amount of annual rainfall, SKArA with up to 1000 mm per year. TROLLHÄTTAN Largest lake: Vänern FALKÖPING Highest point: Galt ridge, 361.5 m above sea level Curiosities: The Västgöta law is the oldest preserved script in Swedish. The landscape is largely an agricultural district. Central and northern parts consist largely of fertile plains framed by characteristic plateau mountains. Southern part of the landsBORÅS GÖTEBORG cape consists largely of rolling terrain with large sparsely populated forest areas. There is a relatively large number of lakes in the south, north has few lakes, but the famous lake Hornborgasjön, where a large number of cranes dances during the springs mating season, is located there.

campus SKINNSKATTEBERG

Learning by doing In the heart of Bergslagen along the lakes Upper and Lower Vättern lies Skinnskatteberg. The municipality is small to the surface but only has 2 800 inhabitants, which gives you plenty of space. Along with that so do you as a student have access to 3000 hectare of hunting areal.

SKINNSKATTEBERG is located in Bergslagen, a region with a long tradition in forestry, and where the forest industry prospers thanks to the extensive and well managed forests. The main recreation resource in the region is the countryside, with a diversity of natural conditions and wildlife. Recreation opportunities such as fishing, hunting, canoeing, horseback riding, wildlife adventure, cross country skiing and running, are numerous and very close by. Education is provided in Skinnskatteberg’s manor house, where rooms dating from the 18th century hold today’s teaching facilities and computer/GIS technologies. The campus provides accommodation with less than five minutes’ walking distance to lectures, libraries, computer halls, professors, etc. The education and training are well integrated with operational conditions, e.g. through frequent excursions to forests, forest enterprises and other forest sector stakeholders. The village of Skinnskatteberg is small, with

the advantages of nearness to friends and public facilities. The student’s union plays an important role in arranging leisure time activities. Weekly sport activities and pub evenings are interposed with festive entertainments as parties, related to autumn hunting-, Christmas- and Spring celebration. Downtown recreation is, however, to be searched in neighbouring towns. n

Facts – VÄSTMANLAND Population: 260 781 Largest cities: Västerås, Arboga Climate: The northern parts climate resembles that of northern Sweden Largest Lakes: Mälaren, Åmänningen Highest point: Fjällberget, 466 meters above sea level Curiosities: The to wn name Skinnskatteberg is attested from the mid 1300s. What it originally meant is under discussion, but it could be about a skin sack-like mountain located at the church. In recent times it reinterpreted as “Bergslagen who pays their taxes in the skins”, where Bergslagen is an old name of the region. The landscape varies from fertile agricultural district in the south to large woodland hills’ in the northwest. The biological northern border, which is a concept to clarify where southern and northern species come together, cuts through the region.

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Campus Umeå

Adventures of the North Campus Umeå offers an active and inspiring study environment. With its 110,000 in habitants, Umeå is the fastest-growing city in Sweden and the largest in the north of the country. Every year 800,000 people pass through Umeå airport. It takes only 50 minutes by air from Umeå to Stockholm and 4 hours to Brussels.

Umeå is a youthful and lively city – highly ranked among Sweden’s students. A wide range of leisure activities are on offer - from film festivals and clubbing to contemporary art and indoor music festivals such as Umeå Open. The IKSU Sports Centre close to the campus is the biggest indoor sports facility in Scandinavia, with an area of 15,500 square meters and 25,000 visitors every week. You can find everything from a giant gym to climb ing walls and indoor beach volleyball courts. IKSU also offers numerous outdoor activities such as cross country and downhill skiing, ice climbing and hiking. Winters in Umeå offer guaranteed snow and more than 400 km of ski trails and jogging tracks. It is four hours by car from Umeå to the Swedish mountains on the border with Norway, where there are excellent resorts for downhill skiing or hiking. Umeå is the main campus of the Faculty of Forest Sciences, with five departments. There are about 500 students and 350 staff. SLU in Umeå and Umeå University share the same campus, with a total student population

of more than 20,000. Vindeln is home to a forest research station and two experimental parks. Two of the three Faculty of Forest Sciences international Master’s programmes are based at SLU in Umeå. The Department of Northern Agricultural Sciences and the Unit for Biomass Technology and Chemistry are based at Röbäcksdalen south of the River Ume (Umeälven). The Faculty of Forest Sciences offers courses mainly in the fields of forestry, environment and natural resources, wildlife, fish and aquaculture, technology and economics. The courses are a mixture of theory, field work and laboratory work. Students work in close contact with their teachers and academic staff. The SLU Student Union in Umeå has been in existence for more than 100 years. The Union is active in educational matters, oversees education and the study environment at SLU in Umeå and represents the students on university boards and committees. It is also active in arranging sports and social activities for its members.

Facts – Västerbotten Västerbotten is a province in the north of Sweden that borders Laponia and the north end of the Baltic Sea. Number of inhabitants: 208,451 Main cities and towns: Umeå, Skellefteå Climate: Average January temperatures vary from almost -15°C in northern inland areas to -6°C at the coast (Norra Kvarken), which is a greater difference than that found in any other province of Sweden. Largest lake: Bygdeträsket Highest point: Åmliden, 551 metres above sea level Culinary fame: Västerbotten has become a national byword thanks to Västerbotten cheese, a granular fluted variety produced there since the 1870s. Nowadays all Västerbotten cheese comes from a single dairy in the small town of Burträsk.

SKELLEFTEÅ

VINDELN

UMEÅ

The Baltic Sea

Campus Uppsala

Life’s good Uppsala – Sweden’s fourthlargest city, a student city, a river, a concert hall and the hub of SLU’s educational activities. SLU’s campus is set in spacious leafy surroundings in Uppsala – a fitting setting for Sweden’s only agricultural university, and possibly the most knowledgeintensive of all universities.

Uppsala has a lot to offer students. Two universities in town makes for a very lively student atmosphere. Uppsala is a city for those who want to know more, for those who want to examine, study and develop. New students bring new ideas and new concepts and ensure a free-thinking environment. Uppsala has 185,000 inhabitants, of whom 35,000 are students. Finding somewhere to live is not hard with a little effort, but it’s always a good idea to start looking early. Stockholm is not far away – the fastest way to get there is by train, which only takes 40 minutes. Arlanda airport is also close by – 20 minutes by train. So Uppsala is close to the rest of Sweden and the rest of the world. Downtown Uppsala is a bustling cultural and commercial centre with numerous cafés, shops and a newly-built concert hall. It is easy to cycle or walk through the city. The river Fyrisån runs from north to south right through the city centre, providing a natural focal point and making it hard to get lost. This can be a good thing after an evening spent at one of the city’s 13 student societies. Those looking for entertainment and involvement can turn to Ultuna’s two student bodies. They arrange parties, get-togethers and have numerous clubs and committees to join. And when it’s time to look for some

variety, there are the student societies, which occupy a central role in student life in Uppsala and work much like the student bodies. Uppsala students also have a festival they have made very much their own: Walpurgis Night. There is much singing to celebrate the coming of spring and the city is transformed into Sweden’s largest picnic site. The Ultuna campus lies six kilometres south of Uppsala city centre. Cycling is the favoured mode of transport among students – it takes about 20 – 35 minutes by bicycle from central Uppsala to Ultuna. Uppsala is a city of bicycles – in winter the cycleways are often cleared and gritted long before the roads. The campus also houses student accommodation. Many SLU students are dog owners, so dogs are allowed in campus accommodation. The surroundings at Ultuna are ideal for walks in the woods and along the river Fyrisån. The entire Ultuna area is ideal for outdoor recreation, with football pitches, a beach volleyball court, a Frisbee golf course, paths and cycleways for jogging and a Friskis & Svettis gym offering ample keep-fit opportunities. Students are also welcome to visit the two gyms run by the student health centre, Studenthälsan: Stallet and Svettis.

Facts – Uppland Uppland is a historical province on the eastern coast of Sweden, just north of Stockholm, the capital. It is also bounded by lake Mälaren and the Baltic sea. Number of inhabitants: 1,339,154 Main cities and towns: Stockholm, Uppsala, Enköping Climate: Average January temperature is -5°C. Average July temperature is 16°C. The highest shade temperature ever recorded in Sweden was 38.0°C at Ultuna, Uppland on 9 July 1933 Largest lakes: Mälaren, Tämnaren Highest point: Tallmossen, 118 metres above sea level. Towards and along the coast is the famed Roslagen landscape. Historically speaking, Uppland’s many ancient monuments bear witness to its long history of human settlement. Castles and stately homes nestle in a landscape dotted with rune stones and Viking burial grounds.

UPPSALA

ENKÖPING

STOCKHOLM

Life force

Our fields and forests can produce either energy or food. What pays off in the long run? Shaping the future! www.slu.se

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Summer 2010 Alnarp

Summer 2010

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50010 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 28/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 100%, 31/08/1022/12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 ECTS AB-level (basic) along with at least 15 ECTS in Biology C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Biology, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Biolgy ad advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master

thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50011 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 HEC AB-level (basic) along with at least 10 HEC in Forest Management C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a

Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Forest Management, or the equivalence, and at least 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

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After passing the course, the student should be able to: – describe the essential features regarding history of forests and land use in Europe – account for the basic conditions for forestry, as well as the present state of the forests and forestry, in different parts of Europe – identify various production goals that can be found in European forestry, contrast them with other objectives regarding for example environmental conservation, and discuss ways to handle possible conflicts – discuss how trends in society and environment (climate) affect European forests and forestry; the ecosystems, the use of forests, as well as the forest industries and their markets Application code SLU-SLU-50057 Credits 6 HEC Subject Forest Science, Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Skinnskatteberg Time 06/08/10-29/08/10 5,5 HEC 100%, 30/08/1031/08/10 0,5 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Science/Forest Management or related subjects, and English B (TOEFL Score minimum 550/ Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Dianne Wästerlund Tel: +46-90-786 84 50 E-mail: dianne.wasterlund@srh.slu.se

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Application code SLU-SLU-50017 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Skinnskatteberg Time 05/06/10-18/09/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites x Course organiser Per Angelstam Tel: +46-222-34971 Fax: +46-222-34970 E-mail: per.angelstam@smsk.slu.se

Fire Management I Fire Management I The course gives a theoretical and applied knowledge on fire in northern forests. The aim is to provide the basic skills for using fire as a management tool for nature conservation as well as for silviculture. The course therefore has a substantial element of field exercises. A main focus is to clarify the influence of fuel, weather and topography on fire behaviour and fire effects. This is done through lectures, literature studies, field experiments and test fires. Field experiments deal with moisture relations of different fuel fractions and the processes of flaming and smoldering combustion and their respective influence on soil and plants. Burning experiments demonstrate central phenomena such as the acceleration phase from a point ignition, the influence of wind and topography on rate of spread and fire intensity, the effectiveness of different fuel breaks, and the influence of ignition pattern on fire intensity. Application code SLU-SLU-50007 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 14/06/10-14/07/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of: 60 HEC in Biology or in Forest Science. Additional information The number of students is limited to 25. Course organiser Anders Granström Tel: +46-90-7868339 Fax: +46-90-7868166 E-mail: Anders.Granstrom@svek.slu.se

Bachelor degree thesis in biology, Dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental studies C Examensarbete i biologi vid institutionen för Vilt, Fisk och Miljö C After completing the thesis the student shall be able to: – use previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem within a given time – discover and formulate a problem, collect relevant data, and scientifically analyse and discuss data – write a report in a correct, well structured and interesting way, and orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50031 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/10-30/06/10 4,5 HEC 100%, 01/07/1030/08/10 10,5 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites 60 HEC in Biology. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information A work plan must be written and approved before the thesis work can start. The thesis may be written in English or in Swedish. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Fire Management II Fire Management II The course develops the skills of the participants in the use of fire as a tool in silviculture and nature conservation, i. e. how to implement fire and how to evaluate the results of fire management. The course covers the prospects for fire management in different parts of Sweden as well as internationally, through lectures and literature reading concentrating on fuel conditions, fire risk assessment, the historic role of fire and the habitat requirements of the fire-dependent biota. An outline of legislation and responsibilities is given. The results of prescribed fires and wildfires within forest reserves and production forests are analysed during an excursion from Umeå to central Sweden. A main element of the course is the development of a long-term fire management plan for a large reserve area or forest management district. The fire management plan shall be based on detailed field investigations. Application code SLU-SLU-50003 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Management

Alnarp, Skinnskatteberg, Umeå

Trends in European Forestry Trends in European Forestry

Master thesis in Biology at the School for Forest Engineers Examensarbete i Biologi vid SLUSkogsmästarskolan

Summer 2010

Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Degree of BSc in Forest Management, or the equivalence, and at least 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

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Umeå

Summer 2010

Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 15/07/10-27/08/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The course Fire Management I, 7,5 HEC, or the equivalent. Additional information The number of participants is limited to 20 Course organiser Anders Granström Tel: +46-90-7868339 Fax: +46-90-7868166 E-mail: Anders.Granstrom@svek.slu.se

Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Examensarbete i Biologi vid institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in-depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – aquired an in-depth ability to communication scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and being able to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50014 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 ECTS AB-level (basic) along with at least 10 ECTS in Biology C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Biology, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Biology at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen.

More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50004 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 ECTS AB-level (basic) along with at least 10 ECTS in Biology C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Biology, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Biology at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. Other course literature is determined by the responsible teacher. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU”. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged.

Course organiser Anders Jäderlund Tel: +46-90-7868466 Fax: +46-90-7868163 E-mail: Anders.Jaderlund@svek.slu.se

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Ecology and Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50006 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 ECTS AB-level (basic) along with at least 15 ECTS in Forest Management C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Forest Management, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Forest Management at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Ecology and Silviculture. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-7868470 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

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Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Economics Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skogsekonomi Formal requirements, as specified in “Instruktion för Examensarbete” (Faculty of Forest Sciences, 2007-06-27) regarding working plan and mandatory elements in the working process and examination (p 11) shall fulfilled. The work can deal with any subject covered by the broader term Forest Management. This can be interpreted as “Economic theory applied to problems in forestry”, with specific reference to the rational use of forest as a natural resource. The key words are “economic” defining the theoretical base, and “forestry” defining the problem area.

Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have:

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Master thesis in Soil Sciences at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture Examensarbete i Markvetenskap vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel The 30-ECTS Master thesis is basically an independent student work, but with teacher assistance. It is an advanced level work in Soil Science, but it should also reflect other competences acquired throughout the education. The definition of Soil Science is wide, including soil physics, soil chemistry, soil biology, hydrology, and also climatology/biometeorology. The work can

Application code SLU-SLU-50005 Credits 30 HEC Subject Soil Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 ECTS AB-level (basic) along with at least 10 ECTS in Soil Science C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Soil Science, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Soil Science at advances level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Ecology and Silviculture. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-7868470 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

Umeå

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Resource Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skoglig resurshushållning

Application code SLU-SLU-50008 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 ECTS AB-level (basic) along with at least 15 ECTS in Forest Management C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Forest Management, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Forest Management at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Dag Fjeld Tel: +46-90-7868479 Fax: +46-90-778116 E-mail: dag.fjeld@srh.slu.se

be process-oriented, applied, or interdisciplinary with emphasis on Soil Science. Irrespective of focus, a fundamental requirement is that the work reflects “a scientific approach and methodologies”. The written report shall include a literature review. The work shall also be orally presented in an open seminar.

Summer 2010

Application code SLU-SLU-50009 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Students who have started their studies before July 1, 2007 should have courses corresponding to 60 ECTS AB-level (basic) along with at least 10 ECTS in Forest Management C-level (advanced). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Students admitted to a Master’s programme: Degree of BSc in Forest Management, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Forest Management at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Sören Wibe Tel: +46-90-7868250 Fax: +46-907868164 E-mail: Soren.Wibe@sekon.slu.se

– used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results.

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Umeå

Summer 2010

Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 05/06/10-28/08/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science and Englis B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Jean-Michel Roberge Tel: +46-90-7868359 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Jean-Michel.Roberge@vfm.slu.se

Project based advanced course in biology at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs i biologi vid Institutionen för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-50033 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 05/06/10-28/08/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 90 HEC in Biology. If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Examensarbete i Biologi vid institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö

Application code SLU-SLU-50032 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 30/08/10-23/ 12/10 18 HEC 65%; daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Degree of BSc in Biology, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Biology at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-50013 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 06/06/10-28/08/10 12 HEC 60%, 31/08/10-22/ 12/10 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Degree of BSc in Biology, or the equivalence, and at least 15 ECTS in Biology at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

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Plant Pathology in a Changing World Plant Pathology in a Changing World

Application code SLU-SLU-50030 Credits 15 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 07/06/10-30/06/10 4,5 HEC 100%, 01/07/1031/08/10 10,5 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites 60 HEC in Forest Management or the equivalent. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information Work plan should be established and acknowledged before the thesis work may begin. The thesis may be written in English or in Swedish. Course organiser Anders Lindhagen Tel: +46-18-6703840 E-mail: anders.lindhagen@sp.slu.se

Sustainable Use of Natural Resources in the USA, International Course Uthålligt nyttjande av naturresurser i USA, internationell kurs Join a summer course during four weeks together with students from Sweden and US. Learn, and exchange knowledge and cultural traditions, and explore the natural resources from the mountains to the sea.You will get a deeper understanding of the sustainable use of natural resources and how it is linked to site conditions and cultural background. This SLU course is carried out in the USA in cooperation with teachers and students from Purdue University in Indiana and North Carolina State University in Raleigh, USA. The course is mainly based on field excursions and discussions with various stakeholders. Students will work with thematic questions in teams and present their findings in seminars. Application code SLU-SLU-50026 Credits 5 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 05/07/10-30/07/10, 100%, daytime

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Sustainable Use of Natural Resources in the USA, International Course Uthålligt nyttjande av naturresurser i USA, internationell kurs Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Join a summer course during four weeks together with students from Sweden and US. Learn, and exchange knowledge and cultural traditions, and explore the natural resources from the mountains to the sea.You will get a deeper understanding of the sustainable use of natural resources and how it is linked to site conditions and cultural background. This SLU course is carried out in the USA in cooperation with teachers and students from Purdue University in Indiana and North Carolina State University in Raleigh, USA. The course is mainly based on field excursions and discussions with various stakeholders. Students will work with thematic questions in teams and present their findings in seminars. Application code SLU-SLU-50027 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/06/10-30/07/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 90 HEC, where of 75 HEC in Forest Science.

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-50049 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 05/08/10-27/08/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology. English skills corresponding to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information This course is an introductory course to the NorPATH programme, a Nordic MSc programme in plant pathology, but the course is open for all students with an interest in plant pathology. Basic knowledge in plant pathology is recommended. The course consists of 2 weeks intensive studies at a research station/institute and preceding individual studies. Location: The course will be circulating among the consortium universities. For information consult the most recent course catalogue or the responsible department. Cooperating departments Department of Plant Biology, Faculty of Life Sciences (LIFE), Copenhagen University, Denmark; Department of Applied Biology, University of Helsinki, Faculty of Agriculture and Forestry, HU-AF, Finland; Agricultural University of Iceland, LBHI, Iceland; Department of Plant and Environmental Sciences, Norwegian University of Life Sciences, UMB, Norway Course organiser Jonathan Yuen Tel: +46-18-672369 Fax: +46-18-67 35 99 E-mail: Jonathan.Yuen@mykopat.slu.se

Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 60 HEC in one of the subjects Environmental Science or Soil Science. 15 HEC in Biology or Forest Science can be included. Additional information The course is given in USA every second year and in co-operation with Purdue University, Indiana, USA, and North Carolina State University in Raleigh, USA with approx. half of the number of students from Sweden and the other half from USA. Teachers from USA and Sweden jointly participate during all parts of the programme. During the first week over-viewing lectures within the thematic area are given. Also student themes and tasks will be established during this phase. Lectures are given in communication, co-operation and interview techniques. The following two weeks encompass an excursion, about two weeks long, with field visits and meetings with authorities and land-use stakeholders. The last week is spent on team-work compilation. The course ends with team-work presentation and discussions in seminars. The students will have to cover costs for travelling. Course organiser Mats Olsson Tel: +46-18-672213 Fax: +46-18-672213 E-mail: Mats.Olsson@mark.slu.se

Summer 2010

Society today is facing great challenges in providing food, fibre and energy to an increasing global population under the threat of environment hazard and risks to human health. To meet these challenges, efficient and sustainable plant production is needed. The science of plant pathology is the study of all aspects of disease in plants with the overall scope to provide necessary knowledge for production of crops and forest trees in a safe environment. The aim of this course is to deepen and broaden the student’s knowledge in plant pathology, including the social impact and relevance of the science. Lectures, seminars and group discussions cover different perspectives on plant disease management with respect to international trade, climate change, and sustainable production. Plant diseases are studied from a field perspective in excursions and laboratory exercises.

Bachelor degree thesis in Forest Management, Dept of Forest Products, C Examensarbete i skogshushållning vid institutionen för skogens produkter, C

Summer 2010

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Additional information The course is given in USA every second year and in co-operation with Purdue University, Indiana, USA, and North Carolina State University in Raleigh, USA with approx. half of the number of students from Sweden and the other half from USA. Teachers from USA and Sweden jointly participate during all parts of the programme. The course begins in Sweden with preparatory project works on site conditions and land use in the USA. During the first week in USA the preparatory project works will be presented. Groups will be established together with USA students for new project works focused on land use. During the first week in USA also lectures will be given within the course theme and on communication, cooperation and interview techniques. The following two weeks encompass an excursion, about two weeks long, with field visits and meetings with authorities and land-use stakeholders. The last week in USA is spent on team-work compilation and presentation, and discussions in seminars. For approval the results from the team works have to be compiled also in written form. Course organiser Mats Olsson Tel: +46-18-672213 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: Mats.Olsson@mark.slu.se

Experimental Microbiology Experimentell mikrobiologi

Uppsala

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme To be accepted at the course, the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the course project. During this course, you will participate in the planning and realisation of short research project as a part of the ongoing research at the Department. The project will consist of searching for literature required for the project, laboratory work and processing of the results obtained. You will also write a report and give an oral presentation of your results.

Applied Economic Modelling for Policy Analysis Applied Economic Modelling for Policy Analysis The course consists of three major parts: a three week preparatory literature study, an intensive lecture and exercise week and a week dedicated to a project which will also be the examination of the course. The students will be introduced to the modelling software GAMS and they will learn model classification and terminology. Three different types of economic models will be taught during the course: comparative static sector models, dynamic sector models and general equilibrium models. Three case studies in the field of agricultural and environmental policies will provide the students insight into current agricultural and environmental policy issues. Application code SLU-SLU-50056 Credits 5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 19/07/10-21/08/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to Mathematics C and English B of the Swedish secondary school, as well as 10 HEC microeconomic theory. Additional information Refreshing calculus prior to the course is recommended. Good English language skills are necessary. Course organiser Torbjörn Jansson Tel: +46-18-671788 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: torbjorn.jansson@ekon.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-50028 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 07/06/10-12/08/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology, where cellbiology and microbiology should be included. Skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Karin Jacobsson Tel: +46-18-673255 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: Karin.Jacobsson@mikrob.slu.se

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Autumn 2010 Agroecology Basics Agroecology Basics

Application code SLU-SLU-10283 Credits 15 HEC Subject Agricultural Science, Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, including 90 HEC in Social or Natural Science, and English B. Course organiser Birgitta Rämert Tel: +46-40-415320 Fax: +46-40-461991 E-mail: Birgitta.Ramert@ltj.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-20123 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, including 90 HEC in Social or Natural Science, and English B. Additional information The course Agroecological Basics, 15 HEC is recommended as prior study. Course organiser Charlott Gissén Tel: +46-40-415279 Fax: +46-40-462166 E-mail: Charlott.Gissen@ltj.slu.se

BIOLOGY – BOTANY

Advanced Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources Advanced Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources The course will provide the students with general knowledge necessary for participation in the debate concerning means and goals in breeding of plants for production of crop cultivars, as well as a general overview of modern trends in plant breeding.

Ecology of Production Systems Ecology of Production Systems Through working with case studies in practice this course facilitates students to get familiar with all aspects of farm systems and livelihoods. The aim is to well understand the interdependency as well as specific aspects of productivity and sustainability, crops and livestock, social, economic and institutional dimensions of small scale farm-

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Application code SLU-SLU-20147 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime

Environmental Issues in Crop Production Environmental Issues in Crop Production Basic subjects are the use of non-renewable resources within crop production, and the effects of these on the environment. The objectives of the course are to be able to propose solutions and preventative measures for crop production that could lead to sustainable practices and the conservation of natural resources. The course has its focus on primary crop production but will also provide students with knowledge and experience generally applicable within the utilization and conservation of natural resources. Summarized, the course has three areas; situation description, analysis from different points of view (based on Life Cycle Analysis and other systems analysis methods) and suggestions for change. The course is operational. Main parts consist of a number of projects that teach the students how to formulate, solve and analyze problematic environmental issues. Application code SLU-SLU-20122 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology or Environmental Science.

Alnarp

Through field studies, discussions and literature studies, the students explore basic principles and characteristics of agroecosystems, as open and interactive systems,. The course focuses on agroecosystems as integrated social and natural systems in constant change. Description of environmental factors, farming practices and socio-economic conditions that influence the sustainability of agricultural and horticultural production and livelihoods of farmers will be presented. Tools for understanding and developing such integrated systems, and methods for evaluating the production and performance of such systems, will be employed. The course is part of the Agroecology Master.

Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology or Horticultural Science and 6 HEC in Genetics. Course organiser Li-Hua Zhu Tel: +46-40-415519 E-mail: li-hua.zhu@ltj.slu.se

Autumn 2010

ing systems in a local and global perspective. By working with small holder cases from different countries and different ecological settings, the student will be exposed to different kind of agricultural systems that adapt to very different situations, socio-economically as well as ecologically.

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Course organiser Jan Erik Mattsson Tel: +46-40-415139 E-mail: jan.erik.mattsson@ltj.slu.se

BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

Degree Project for MSc Thesis in Horticulture Examensarbete inom Hortonomprogrammet, 30 hp

Alnarp

Autumn 2010

Degree Project for students at master’s level, also open for students other than the Horticultural Science Programme at SLU. Application code SLU-SLU-20149 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11 15 HEC 100%, 17/01/1125/03/11 15 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills corresponding to 180 HEC at bachelor level including at least 15 HEC independent work, at least 30 HEC in biology at masters level. Additional information The course is given in MSc in Horticulture programme (admission to DSH). The course can be examinated either by 5/4/3/U marking scale or after ECTS scale. The student is responsbile for adding the passed version of the project in Epsilon. Course organiser Björn Salomon Tel: +46-40-415528 E-mail: bjorn.salomon@ltj.slu.se

Additional information The course is given in MSc in Horticulture programme (admission to DSH). The course can be examinated either by 5/4/3/U marking scale or after ECTS scale. The student is responsbile for adding the passed version of the project in Epsilon. Course organiser Björn Salomon Tel: +46-40-415528 E-mail: bjorn.salomon@ltj.slu.se

Principles of Crop Physiology Principles of Crop Physiology The aim of the course is to give a deeper understanding of processes that control plant growth and development, and how knowledge can be used within horticultural production.Topics such as growth and development physiology and its definitions, seed physiology, vegetative propagation, micropropagation, plant and crop stand photosynthesis, sink/source, relationships and assimilate redistribution in the plant, stress physiology related to environmental factors, growth analysis and prediction systems, are dealt within lectures, labs, seminars and excursions. Application code SLU-SLU-10286 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology or Horticultural Science, 15 HEC in Plant Physiology and English B Additional information Seminars in which scientific publications concerning the various aspects are discussed will form a central part of the course. In addition, each student will be assigned a literature topic for individual work. The course contains laboratory practicals in micropropagation, photosynthesis measurements and computer simulations of growth and the development process. Key lectures and excursions will be organised in conjunction with the different subject areas. Course organiser Rolf Larsen Tel: +46-40-415369 E-mail: Rolf.Larsen@ltj.slu.se

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Horticultural Markets Horticultural Markets The main objective of this course is for the students to understand the market; to get an insight into models and framworks used in market analysis and into the competitive and marketing conditions of horticulture. Application code SLU-SLU-10227 Credits 15 HEC

Subject Business Administration, Horticultural Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 30 HEC in Economics and English A Course organiser Lena Ekelund Tel: +46-40-415079 E-mail: lena.ekelund@ltj.slu.se

FOREST MANAGEMENT

Master thesis in Forest Management Master thesis in Forest Management Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-10071 Credits 60 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-14/01/11 30 HEC 100%, 15/01/1103/06/11 30 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: BSc degree and at least 30 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands för special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

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Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap

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FOREST SCIENCE

Application code SLU-SLU-20014 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information Östad säteri is visited for excursions and field work. On request, exchange students will be graded according to the ECTS scale. Course organiser Ola Sallnäs Tel: +46-40-415181 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: ola.sallnas@ess.slu.se

Planning in Sustainable Forest Management Planning in Sustainable Forest Management The course aims to give the students knowledge and an understanding about sustainable management of forest in southern Sweden. Elements of the course are: Components of a sustainable forestry, Private ownership, Stakeholders, Multiobjective forestry and planning, System and models, and different planning tools including GIS. The course starts with some theory; lectures and literature are the main ingredients of the first weeks. Students write short memos, which are discussed in seminars. Different types of models and planning tools, from tree growth to landscape models, are presented, discussed and used. We visit a private estate for one week, with excursions as well as meeting with different stakeholders. The project work consists of making a management plan for an estate in accordance with some goals set up. Furthermore, the plan should be evaluated in a 100 year perspective. The results are presented two ways: a scientific report is written and a poster session is held. Application code SLU-SLU-20172 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp

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Application code SLU-SLU-10069 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10070 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: Degree of BSc and at least 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

models, are presented, discussed and used. We visit a private estate for one week, with excursions as well as meeting with different stakeholders. The project work consists of making a management plan for an estate in accordance with some goals set up. Furthermore, the plan should be evaluated in a 100 year perspective. The results are presented two ways: a scientific report is written and a poster session is held.

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Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information Östad säteri is visited for excursions and field work. On request, exchange students will be graded according to the ECTS scale. Course organiser Ola Sallnäs Tel: +46-40-415181 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: ola.sallnas@ess.slu.se

Sustainable Forestry in Southern Sweden Sustainable Forestry in Southern Sweden Focus is on forestry in southern Sweden. Important stakeholders share their views on issues in the current forest debate. Silviculture practices employed in contemporary forestry are analyzed against the background of long-term scientific experiments, modern technology and the market situation. Comparisons are also made to practices in other countries in the southern Baltic region. Modern forestry has a great impact on landscape, biodiversity and nature values. The most important values are identified and discussed. Furthermore suggestions to mitigate adverse effects are elaborated. The course includes about three weeks of field education, mainly located to SLU’s experimental forests in southern Sweden. Application code SLU-SLU-10023 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information On request, exchange students will be graded according to the ECTS scale. Course organiser Per Magnus Ekö Tel: +46-40-415191 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: per.magnus.eko@ess.slu.se

against the background of long-term scientific experiments, modern technology and the market situation. Comparisons are also made to practices in other countries in the southern Baltic region. Modern forestry has a great impact on landscape, biodiversity and nature values. The most important values are identified and discussed. Furthermore suggestions to mitigate adverse effects are elaborated. The course includes about three weeks of field education, mainly located to SLU’s experimental forests in southern Sweden. Application code SLU-SLU-10308 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information On request, exchange students will be graded according to the ECTS scale. Course organiser Per Magnus Ekö Tel: +46-40-415191 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: per.magnus.eko@ess.slu.se

HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE

Degree Project for MSc Thesis in Horticulture Examensarbete inom Hortonomprogrammet, 30 hp Degree Project for students at master’s level, also open for students other than the Horticultural Science Programme at SLU. Application code SLU-SLU-10282 Credits 30 HEC Subject Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills corresponding to 180 HEC at bachelor level including at least 15 HEC independent work, at least 30 HEC in horticultural science at masters level. Additional information The course is given in MSc in Horticulture programme (admission to DSH). The course can be examinated either by 5/4/3/U marking scale or after ECTS scale. The student is responsbile for adding the passed version of the project in Epsilon.

Course organiser Björn Salomon Tel: +46-40-415528 E-mail: bjorn.salomon@ltj.slu.se

Degree Project for MSc Thesis in Horticulture Examensarbete inom Hortonomprogrammet, 30 hp Degree Project for students at master’s level, also open for students other than the Horticultural Science Programme at SLU. Application code SLU-SLU-20150 Credits 30 HEC Subject Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11 15 HEC 100%, 17/01/1125/03/11 15 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills corresponding to 180 HEC at bachelor level including at least 15 HEC independent work, at least 30 HEC in horticultural science at masters level. Additional information The course is given in MSc in Horticulture programme (admission to DSH). The course can be examinated either by 5/4/3/U marking scale or after ECTS scale. The student is responsbile for adding the passed version of the project in Epsilon. Course organiser Björn Salomon Tel: +46-40-415528 E-mail: bjorn.salomon@ltj.slu.se

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Theme course Theme course This course oversees occasional projects and studies that can contribute to diversity and quality in the student’s education. It aims at theoretical, artistic and/or practical in-depth study of a relevant theme presented by the course management at the start of every course. The theme can consist of an applied practical task or a researchrelated issue. The students, in consultation with course management, are given major responsibility for the design and content of the course. The in-depth study of the theme can be carried out individually or in groups. Within the course, quality, theory/reflection, reporting and presentation are emphasised. More information about the current theme can be found on the course home page. Application code SLU-SLU-10246 Credits 15 HEC

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Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in the subject area Architecture, Spatial Planning, Geography or equivalent, and English B. Course organiser Karl Lövrie Tel: +46-40-415439 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: karl.lovrie@ltj.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10253 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in the subject area Architecture or alternatively 2 years’ of courses in the Landscape Engineer Programme or Horticultural Management Programme (design) and English B Additional information Gives skills training points. Course organiser Kaj Rolf Tel: +46-40-415142 Fax: +46-40-415089 E-mail: Kaj.Rolf@ltj.slu.se

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Application code SLU-SLU-20120 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in one of the subject areas Architecture, Spatial Planning and English B Course organiser Mats Gyllin Tel: +46-40-415537 Fax: +46-40-415089 E-mail: mats.gyllin@ltj.slu.se

The Cultural Heritage of Landscape Architecture The Cultural Heritage of Landscape Architecture The course comprises in-depth studies of the historical development of garden design, the urban landscape and infrastructure in Scandinavia after 1800. Changes are also studied with regard to the regulations that have had a controlling influence. The development is dealt with in a broader context. The relationship between theoretical concept and practice is studied from historical and philosophical perspectives in order to support receptiveness for new ways to plan and create. Central concepts that are critically analysed and discussed include differences in history and cultural heritage and the contextual situation of historical environments, e.g. the park as a part of the city’s development; the country estate landscape as part of its time’s societal development. Application code SLU-SLU-20125 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Planning, Landscape

Master Project in Landscape Architecture Examensarbete i landskapsarkitektur This is a master degree project or thesis course where the student should show a capacity to apply the skills and knowledge acquired during their studies by independently dealing with an assignment during a specific time frame. The student chooses the theme for his or her work and formulates with supervisor support a work plan for carrying out the project. The course includes a start-up seminar and ends with an individual presentation seminar and the examination of the material handed in by the student. Application code SLU-SLU-10241 Credits 30 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 30 HEC at advanced level in the main subject of Landscape Architecture and the equivalent of a bachelor degree in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Planning, alternatively 180 HEC from the Landscape Architect programme, and English B. Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

LANDSCAPE PLANNING

Introduction to Urban Landscape Dynamics Introduction to Urban Landscape Dynamics For urban planners, landscape architects and architects but for many other professions and businesses as well, the understanding of urban landscape dynamics is essential. This course aims at training such an understanding by means of interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary thinking in relation to the urban landscape, as a preparation for the following courses and projects in the Urban Landscape Dynamics program. Landscape as a point of departure in urban planning is an idea with an increasing interest

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The course is an intimate study of design where compositions of different materials in form, colour, texture and other characteristics comprise the medium. The design exercises are characterised by high complexity in interface situations between the functions, forms, ages and expressions of different materials. In the composition exercises, both built materials and vegetation are used, where the properties of the respective materials and their immediate impact and respective dynamics over time are exploited. The student will prepare design proposals where the expression and interaction of different materials are the main components. In experimental studies, the frame of reference is extended with understanding of origins and function-related characteristics of different materials. Questions about the materials relations to cost, durability and maintenance are also important.

The aim of the course is to provide insights into the interaction between people and the physcial environment and the importance of outdoor environments to quality of life, well-being and health. Students will handle different design problems and thereby translate their knwoledge within environnmental psychology and urban sociology into planning and design proposals.

Architecture or in one of the subject areas Architecture, Spatial Planning, Art or Geography and English B Course organiser Anna Peterson Tel: +46-40-415104 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: anna.peterson@ltj.slu.se

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Design project – Composition and Materiality Design project – Composition and Materiality

People and Environment People and Environment

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within the planning and designing professions. Other key words in the course are contextualisation and conceptualisation. In short this means to observe, elaborate and understand the particular urban landscape in the specific, actual, historical, social and physical context; together with observing, elaborating and understanding the existing intentions and driving forces influencing the urban development, i. e. conceptualise the future.

HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in the subject area Architecture, Spatial Planning and English B Additional information Gives skills training points Course organiser Erik Skärbäck Tel: +46-40-415442 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: erik.skarback@ltj.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10250 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of the entrance requirements for studies at the Master programme Urban Landscape Dynamics or the equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main subject of Landscape Architecture or Landscape Planning or in Architecture or Spatial Planning, and English B. Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

Planning Project – Driving Forces and Contemporary Tendencies Planning Project – Driving Forces and Contemporary Tendencies

Planning Project – Large Scale Structures, Analysis and EIA Planning Project – Large Scale Structures, Analysis and EIA The course deals with large-scale structure at super-municipal level. Work components comprise advanced landscape analyses, documents for dialogue and consultation according to planning and building regulations and an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). Some already completed analyses and planning documents will be problematised and some individual proposals for improvements will be made. The students will select, motivate and implement the landscape analyses that are relevant prior to planned changes in the landscape and draw up planning documents for different planning stages and describe the activities of different authorities, parties and actors.The object of the course varies from year to year. Application code SLU-SLU-20129 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90

The course deals with the administrative, judicial and economic conditions for spatial planning and how these are altered over time.The method is to examine practical documents and procedures with the help of planning history and contemporary theoretical development. Case studies actualise future landscape-associated issues, such as the impact of climate change on the landscape in a local and regional context or the effects of regional disruption on human settlement and infrastructure. The case studies conclude with new proposals for planning strategies. Alternative landscape strategy approaches and sustainable development will be in focus. In the course Swedish and European planning history with global glimpses will also be generally reviewed. Application code SLU-SLU-10248 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in the subject area Architecture, Spatial Planning, or equivalent, and English B Additional information Gives skills training points Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

Degree Project in the Masterprogramme Urban Landscape Dynamics Degree Project in the Masterprogramme Urban Landscape Dynamics Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Application code SLU-SLU-10240

Credits 30 HEC Subject Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Approved courses covering at least 60 HEC from the Urban Landscape Dynamics programme and English B. Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

Master Project in Landscape Planning Examensarbete i landskapsplanering This is a master degree project or thesis course where the student should show a capacity to apply the skills and knowledge acquired during their studies by independently dealing with an assignment during a specific time frame. The student chooses the theme for his or her work and formulates with supervisor support a work plan for carrying out the project. The course includes a start-up seminar and ends with an individual presentation seminar and the examination of the material handed in by the student. Application code SLU-SLU-10242 Credits 30 HEC Subject Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 30 HEC at advanced level in the main subject of Landscape Planning and the equivalent of a bachelor degree in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Planning, alternatively 180 HEC from the Landscape Architect programme, and English B. Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

TECHNOLOGY

Green Roofs in Urban Areas: Design and Construction Green Roofs in Urban Areas: Design and Construction Vegetation systems on buildings and roofs are becoming increasingly important in dense urban

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areas as a way to mitigate some of the negative effects of urbanisation. The main advantage with green roofs is that they can be applied on otherwise unused roof surfaces. The urban green space can also be increased even during development by installing green roofs. This course will discuss both the environmental performance of green roofs systems and the technical details or green roof design and installation. The course will cover stormwater runoff, urban heat island effects and sustainability of green roofs. The course will also cover the basic components of green roofs, substrate design, maintenance and plant selection.

The course provides an introduction to the subject of work science. Work science is an umbrella term for knowledge necessary to adapt technology, the environment and work to suit people’s biological, physiological, psychological, social and cultural circumstances. The course is divided into the following subject areas: Introduction to work science, Psychosocial and organisational environment, Physical environment, Information and interaction in technical systems, Methods and design processes, Economic and legal conditions. National and international research with relevance for the subject area will be discussed. Application code SLU-SLU-10237 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Technology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 25% Prerequisites The equivalent of general entrance requirements for higher education studies and English A. Additional information The course is provided as a distance learning course at 25% rate. Studies are carried out at home through reading the literature, responding to study assignments and completing exercises. As regards restricting the number of events, see the combined regulations for education at SLU.

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Wildlife biology Viltbiologi The Wildlife biology course supplies qualified knowledge on Scandinavian wildlife and management, including species biology and ecology, management strategies (local and national), the organization of Swedish wildlife administration and insights into wildlife research. The course acknowledge both ecological theory and practical issues, but focus applied ecological aspects related to management and land use where wildlife represents a renewable recourse and/or objects for conservation. Methods used in wildlife research and management are explained and practised in the field and students also get opportunity to attend hunting. Wildlife Biology is given by the Department of Ecology at Grimsö wildlife research station (where the students stay during the course) and constitutes lectures, student subprojects, field practices, excursions and literature studies. The course is unique within the NL-faculty in focusing Swedish wildlife species and their management. Application code SLU-SLU-10108 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Grimsö Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC including 90 HEC in biology of which 10 HEC in ecology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, the equivalent of 120 HEC in natural science subjects of which 15 HEC in ecology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Replaces the course BI0745. Course organiser Gunnar Jansson Tel: +46-581-697318 Fax: +46-581-697310 E-mail: Gunnar.Jansson@ekol.slu.se

Food in Europe Mat i Europa The aim of the distance course is to give an academic, fundamental knowledge base in food science with the European dimension. Participants who pass the exam should be able to describe, discuss and apply not only scientific but also sociological, ethical, economical, juridical and political aspects on the complete chain of food from production to consumption in an international perspective and with special emphasis on health and environmental issues. Application code SLU-SLU-55501 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Chemistry, Technology Level Language English Location Skara Time Please contact course organiser, distance Prerequisites Mathematics (B) and Natural Science (B) from Upper Secondary School; or Mathematics (B), Chemistry (A) and Biology (B) from Upper Secondary School. Additional information Responsible for the above mentioned literature are the three co-operating universities. Book 1: SLU, Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences, Sweden Book 2: De Montfort University, Leicester, UK Book 3, Workbook and simulation programme: Open universiteit, Herleen, The Netherlands, also co-ordinating the project. The literature will be sent to participants as printed material, on diskettes or CD-ROM or will be available via Internet. The course addresses students as well as employees, managers, teachers, advisors, instructors and others interested, not only in the areas of Food Science, Production, Processing, Distribution, Consumption and Nutrition but also in adjacent fields with relation to food such as Environmental Science, Natural Science, Social Science, Political Science, Economics, Law, Dietetics, Psychology, Sports, Health Care and Medicine. Participants must be able to read and write texts in English. All communication and information will be in English. SLU, Department of Food Science is responsible for tutoring and examination of part one; De Montfort University, Department of Biological Sciences for module two and Open universiteit, Faculty of Natural Science for the third book. Course organiser Johani Karonen Tel: +46-511-671 40 Fax: +46-511-672 68 E-mail: johani.karonen@adm.slu.se

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Work Science – Work, Health and Leadership Work Science – Work, Health and Leadership

BIOLOGY – ECOLOGY

BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

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Application code SLU-SLU-10263 Credits 10 HEC Subject Environmental Science, Technology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Alnarp Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 35% Prerequisites The equivalent of basic requirements for higher education studies and English A. Course organiser Tobias Emilsson Tel: +46-40-415154 E-mail: tobias.emilsson@ltj.slu.se

Course organiser Kerstin Nilsson Tel: +46-40-415497 Fax: +46-40-415504 E-mail: Kerstin.Nilsson@ltj.slu.se

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BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

Skinnskatteberg, Umeå

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Master thesis in Biology at the School for Forest Engineers Examensarbete i Biologi vid SLUSkogsmästarskolan Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-10274 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Skinnskatteberg Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC in Forest Science including 90 HEC Biology or 120 HEC in Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information Approved demands according to above. The examiner approves the thesis when it fulfils the scientific and reporting requirements. Course organiser Per Angelstam Tel: +46-222-34971 Fax: +46-222-34970 E-mail: per.angelstam@smsk.slu.se

FOREST SCIENCE

Marketing of Wood Products – International Course Marketing of Wood Products – International Course After the course the student should have knowledge in: – marketing of wood and wood products in a domestic and international perspective

– the connection between market requirements and the different stages of production process; Forestry – Industry – Market – legislation and agreements in trade of wood (incl. arbitration, contracts, negotiations and cultural aspects) – wood properties of importance for the processing industry and the final wood usage (including technical and esthetical characteristics in comparison with alternative materials). – Swedish wood from an ecological and environmental perspective. Certification of forest management and wood processing. – sustainable forest management and environmentally adapted silviculture and harvesting.

Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology whereof 7.5 HEC Cell biology and 15 HEC Chemistry and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10284 Credits 22.5 HEC Subject Forest Science, Forest Management Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Skinnskatteberg Time 30/08/10-12/12/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 30 HEC in Forest Science or Forest Management and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Esbjörn Andersson Tel: +46-222-34953 Fax: +46-222-349 70 E-mail: esbjorn.andersson@smsk.slu.se

Plant Growth and Development Plant Growth and Development

BIOLOGY – BOTANY

Plant Growth and Development Plant Growth and Development The course deals with the regulation of growth and development in higher plants and trees. It also considers early responses to different environmental conditions. Specific areas to be covered in the course include: (i) central aspects of developmental biology such as embryo development, stem cells, primary and secondary meristems, cell division and cell elongation; ( ii) signal transduction and the hormonal regulation of plant growth and development; and (iii) molecular and whole plant mechanisms for the perception of and adaptation to biotic and abiotic stresses. The students will perform experiments in plant anatomy and mutant analysis and they will learn laboratory techniques commonly used in DNA, RNA and protein analyses. The students will also give oral presentations and read current scientific literature. The course is closely connected to research projects currently being pursued at Umeå Plant Science Center.

The course deals with the regulation of growth and development in higher plants and trees. It also considers early responses to different environmental conditions. Specific areas to be covered in the course include: (i) central aspects of developmental biology such as embryo development, stem cells, primary and secondary meristems, cell division and cell elongation; (ii) signal transduction and the hormonal regulation of plant growth and development; and (iii) molecular and whole plant mechanisms for the perception of and adaptation to biotic and abiotic stresses. The students will perform experiments in plant anatomy and mutant analysis and they will learn laboratory techniques commonly used in DNA, RNA and protein analyses. The students will also give oral presentations and read current scientific literature. The course is closely connected to research projects currently being pursued at Umeå Plant Science Center. Application code SLU-SLU-20170 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology whereof 7.5 HEC Cell biology and 15 HEC Chemistry and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-20013 Credits 15 HEC

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BIOLOGY – CELL BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY – ECOLOGY

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi

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Application code SLU-SLU-20010 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 120 HEC whereof 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science, including 15 HEC Ecology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser John P. Ball Tel: +46-90-7868418 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: John.Ball@vfm.slu.se

Applied Population Ecology Applied Population Ecology After the course students should have a deeper understanding of population ecology, especially 1) regarding the sustainable use of harvested populations and 2) in the conservation of rarer species (by considering the demographic and genetic problems of small and/or fragmented populations). Important theoretical concepts of population ecology are covered, but the main theme is a broad overview of the many important applications of population ecology to solve real problems (with in-depth considerations of selected aspects). The course covers the population genetics, demography, dynamics and stability of both harvested and non-harvested populations. We review selected methods for obtaining the

Application code SLU-SLU-20173 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 120 HEC whereof 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science, including 15 HEC Ecology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser John P. Ball Tel: +46-90-7868418 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: John.Ball@vfm.slu.se

Fish and Wildlife Census Techniques Fish and Wildlife Census Techniques The aim of the course is to give knowledge on how different fish and wild life census techniques are designed, carried out and analysed. This includes all steps from formulating problems about planning and surveys to the analysis, compilation and presentation of results. Special emphasis is placed on questions about data quality and consequences of poor data in different applications. As the course deals with wild animals, questions related to animal ethics, handling of animals, and ethical permits for surveys and sampling are of central importance. Application code SLU-SLU-10016 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science, and 15 HEC in Ecology, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Anders Alanärä Tel: +46-90-7868449 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: anders.alanara@vfm.slu.se

Umeå

Application code SLU-SLU-10094 Credits 60 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-14/01/11 30 HEC 100%, 15/01/1103/06/11 30 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Biology, and at least 15 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

After the course students should have a deeper understanding of population ecology, especially 1) regarding the sustainable use of harvested populations and 2) in the conservation of rarer species (by considering the demographic and genetic problems of small and/or fragmented populations). Important theoretical concepts of population ecology are covered, but the main theme is a broad overview of the many important applications of population ecology to solve real problems (with indepth considerations of selected aspects). The course covers the population genetics, demography, dynamics and stability of both harvested and non-harvested populations. We review selected methods for obtaining the data needed for decision making in conservation and management (e.g. selected field methods for assessing demographic structure and population size). Students will apply various modeling approaches to learn how to predict extinction risk and population development under various conditions.

Autumn 2010

Applied Population Ecology Applied Population Ecology

data needed for decision making in conservation and management (e.g. selected field methods for assessing demographic structure and population size). Students will apply various modeling approaches to learn how to predict extinction risk and population development under various conditions.

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Autumn 2010

includes all steps from formulating problems about planning and surveys to the analysis, compilation and presentation of results. Special emphasis is placed on questions about data quality and consequences of poor data in different applications. As the course deals with wild animals, questions related to animal ethics, handling of animals, and ethical permits for surveys and sampling are of central importance. Application code SLU-SLU-10309 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science, and 15 HEC in Ecology, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Anders Alanärä Tel: +46-90-7868449 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: anders.alanara@vfm.slu.se

Umeå

Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Examensarbete i Biologi vid institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in-depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – aquired an in-depth ability to communication scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and being able to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-10017 Credits 60 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-14/01/11 30 HEC 100%, 15/01/1103/06/11 30 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of BSc-degree and at least 30 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur.

Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-10076 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalence to 15 HEC Biology advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. Other course literature is determined by the responsible teacher. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU”. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged.

Course organiser Anders Jäderlund Tel: +46-90-7868466 Fax: +46-90-7868163 E-mail: Anders.Jaderlund@svek.slu.se

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-10077 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Biology and at least 30 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. Other course literature is determined by the responsible teacher. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU”. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Anders Jäderlund Tel: +46-90-7868466 Fax: +46-90-7868163 E-mail: Anders.Jaderlund@svek.slu.se

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After completing the thesis the student shall be able to: – use previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem within a given time – discover and formulate a problem, collect relevant data, and scientifically analyse and discuss data – write a report in a correct, well structured and interesting way, and orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-20033 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 60 HEC in Biology. Special demands for special thesis may occur.

This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-10072 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science and Englis B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Jean-Michel Roberge Tel: +46-90-7868359 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Jean-Michel.Roberge@vfm.slu.se

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Application code SLU-SLU-20032 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science and Englis B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Jean-Michel Roberge Tel: +46-90-7868359 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Jean-Michel.Roberge@vfm.slu.se

BIOLOGY – MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Plant Cell and Molecular Biology Plant Cell and Molecular Biology The course deals with the structure and function of the plant cell. Important plant processes in the cell such as photosynthesis, respiration, carbohydrate metabolism, protein synthesis, mineral nutrition and signal perception and transmission are discussed from molecular, biochemical and physiological perspectives. The student will study current scientific literature covering a specific subject and communicate the main points in a written report. In the course, studies of current literature and an oral presentation are included. The course will also provide practical experience of molecular, physiological and biochemical methods and techniques. The course is closely connected to research projects currently being pursued at the Umeå Plant Science Centre. Application code SLU-SLU-10022 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology whereof 7,5 HEC in Cell biology and 15 HEC in Chemistry and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Ulrika Ganeteg Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Ulrika.Ganeteg@genfys.slu.se

Umeå

Bachelor degree thesis in biology, Dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental studies C Examensarbete i biologi vid institutionen för Vilt, Fisk och Miljö C

Project based advanced course at Dept. of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs vid Inst. för vilt, fisk och miljö

introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar.

Autumn 2010

Application code SLU-SLU-10073 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 60 HEC in Biology. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information A work plan must be written and approved before the thesis work can start. The thesis may be written in English or in Swedish. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Additional information A work plan must be written and approved before the thesis work can start. The thesis may be written in English or in Swedish. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

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Plant Cell and Molecular Biology Plant Cell and Molecular Biology

Umeå

Autumn 2010

The course deals with the structure and function of the plant cell. Important plant processes in the cell such as photosynthesis, respiration, carbohydrate metabolism, protein synthesis, mineral nutrition and signal perception and transmission are discussed from molecular, biochemical and physiological perspectives. The student will study current scientific literature covering a specific subject and communicate the main points in a written report. In the course, studies of current literature and an oral presentation are included. The course will also provide practical experience of molecular, physiological and biochemical methods and techniques. The course is closely connected to research projects currently being pursued at the Umeå Plant Science Centre. Application code SLU-SLU-10306 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology whereof 7,5 HEC in Cell biology and 15 HEC in Chemistry and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Ulrika Ganeteg Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Ulrika.Ganeteg@genfys.slu.se

BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

Computational Life Science Computational Life Science The course gives insight into the computational approaches commonly used in life sciences, and includes lectures, written exercises, computer exercises and a project. The course consists of four modules: 1) Statistical analysis (probability distributions, hypothesis testing, regression). 2) Bioinformatics (algorithm design, time/space complexity analysis, data analysis, online databases/resources). 3) Chemometrics (experimental planning, model evaluation, dimensionality reduction, projection and classification). 4) A project, where the student is working with a real computational life science problem. The project work is performed in groups of 2-3 students and should result in a written report and an oral presentation. Application code SLU-SLU-10021 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology

Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: The advanced courses Plant cell and molecular biology 15 HEC and Plant growth and development 15 HEC. Course organiser Thomas Moritz Tel: +46-90-7868456 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Thomas.Moritz@genfys.slu.se

ysis of proteins and metabolites using masspectrometry. The course is based on lectures and litterature studies, project planning and laboratory exercises. The practical work is done in groups of 2-3 students. The students will in practice learn how to design and carry out a large-scale functional genomics experiment, use statistical methods to analyse the data and compile and visualise the results. Application code SLU-SLU-20012 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: the advanced course Computational life science, 15 HEC. Course organiser Gunnar Wingsle Tel: +46-90-7868326 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Gunnar.Wingsle@genfys.slu.se

Functional Plant Genomics Functional Plant Genomics This project based course aims at giving a deep knowledge of and practical skills in functional genomics in plants, in order to define the functions of individual gene products. The students will gain insight into the infomation generated by whole genome, transcriptome, proteome and metabolome analyses. The techniques that will be studied during the course are: large scale gene sequencing and differential gene expression analysis (DGE, transcriptome analysis), microarray analysis and analysis of proteins and metabolites using masspectrometry. The course is based on lectures and litterature studies, project planning and laboratory exercises. The practical work is done in groups of 2-3 students. The students will in practice learn how to design and carry out a large-scale functional genomics experiment, use statistical methods to analyse the data and compile and visualise the results. Application code SLU-SLU-20169 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: the advanced course Computational life science, 15 HEC. Course organiser Gunnar Wingsle Tel: +46-90-7868326 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Gunnar.Wingsle@genfys.slu.se

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Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

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Application code SLU-SLU-10095 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100% Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Biology, and at least 15 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Umeå

Application code SLU-SLU-10018 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The eqivalent of 15 HEC at advanced level in Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10019 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Biology, and at least 15 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Autumn 2010

Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Examensarbete i Biologi vid institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö

Autumn 2010

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Application code SLU-SLU-10096 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100% Prerequisites The equivalent of 15 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Umeå

Project based advanced course in biology at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs i biologi vid Institutionen för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-10093 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 90 HEC in Biology. If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Project based advanced course in biology at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs i biologi vid Institutionen för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-20042 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 90 HEC in Biology. If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

concerning investments in forest plantations, forest production, forest roads and industrial sites. Short time planning may concern the selection of harvest areas under the influence of price changes and temporary road caused by heavy rains and melting snow etc. Application code SLU-SLU-10101 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of at least 15 HEC Business Administration at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Peter Lohmander Tel: +46-90-7868380 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Peter.Lohmander@sekon.slu.se

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ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Database and Dataprocessing Database and Dataprocessing

Application code SLU-SLU-20011 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Computer Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-12/12/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC environmental sciences, biology, forest science, agricultural sciences, horticultural sciences, geosciences or chemistry, and english B (TOEFL score minimum 550/ Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised.

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Environmental Monitoring Environmental Monitoring After finishing the course the student should be able to: 1. Describe background, historical development of and basic concepts for environmental monitoring. 2. Categorize the most important national and international areas of environmental monitoring and actors and organizations involved as well their roles in the areas. 3. Account for important characteristics of common methods for collection of environmental data. 4. Orally and in writing describe important characteristics of common types of environmental data sources. 5. Analyze strengths and weaknesses of environmental monitoring programs. Application code SLU-SLU-10027 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-03/10/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equvalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC environmental sciences, biology, forest science, agricultural sciences, horticulture sciences, geosciences or chemistry, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised. Course organiser Torgny Lind Tel: +46-90-7868518 Fax: +46-90 E-mail: torgny.lind@srh.slu.se

3.create a model of the world in a GIS. 4. manipulate geographic data for analysis. 5. analyze and present environmental data. 6. list common geographic databases used for environmental monitoring. Application code SLU-SLU-10028 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 04/10/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC environmenal science, biology, forest science, agricultural sciences, horticulture sciences, geosciences or chemistry, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised. Course organiser Torgny Lind Tel: +46-90-786 85 15 Fax: +46-90E-mail: torgny.lind@srh.slu.se

Geographic Information Technology Geographic Information Technology On completion of the course the student should be able to: 1. describe basic geographic data types and geodetic referencing. 2. recognise common data acquisition techniques, with deeper understanding of techniques used in environmental monitoring. 3. create a model of the world in a GIS. 4. manipulate geographic data for analysis. 5. analyze and present environmental data. 6. list common geographic databases used for environmental monitoring. Application code SLU-SLU-20043 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 13/12/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC environmenal science, biology, forest science, agricultural sciences, horticulture sciences, geosciences or chemistry, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to

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After finishing the course the student should be able to: 1. Handle large data sets and construct databases 2. Evaluate the quality of existing environmental data 3. Formulate queries to extract and export database content 4. Analyze and visualize data in databases

Course organiser Kjell Leonardsson Tel: +46-90-7868394 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: kjell.leonardsson@vfm.slu.se

Autumn 2010

Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: BSc thesis in Business Administration 15 HEC, 30 HEC Business Administration advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Peter Lohmander Tel: +46-90-7868380 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Peter.Lohmander@sekon.slu.se

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environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised. Course organiser Torgny Lind Tel: +46-90-786 85 15 Fax: +46-90E-mail: torgny.lind@srh.slu.se

Umeå

Autumn 2010

Master thesis in Environmental Sciences at the dept of Forest Resource Management Examensarbete i Miljövetenskap vid inst för skoglig resurshushållning The student shall after completion of the thesis be able to: – use previously acquired knowledge in order to independently and individually solve an assignment at advanced level – identify a scientific problem, choose a suitable problem solving method, and collect relevant data – search and collect literature or other information needed to put the work in a scientific context – analyse and discuss collected data on a scientific basis – write a report where the study is presented in a correct, interesting and linguistically good way – orally present the study at a seminar Application code SLU-SLU-10098 Credits 30 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The eqivalence of Degree of BSc and 30 HEC advanced level in Environmental Sciences and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser

Master thesis in Environmental Sciences at the dept of Forest Resource Management Examensarbete i Miljöanalys vid inst för skoglig resurshushållning The student shall after completion of the thesis be able to: – use previously acquired knowledge in order to independently and individually solve an assignment at advanced level – identify a scientific problem, choose a suitable problem solving method, and collect relevant data – search and collect literature or other information needed to put the work in a scientific context – analyse and discuss collected data on a scientific basis – write a report where the study is presented in a correct, interesting and linguistically good way – orally present the study at a seminar Application code SLU-SLU-10025 Credits 60 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-15/01/11 30 HEC 100%, 16/01/1104/06/11 30 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The eqivalence of Degree of BSc and 30 HEC advanced level in Forest Science/Forest Management and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser

FOREST MANAGEMENT

– acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-10078 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 15 HEC Forest Management advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Ecology and Silviculture. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-7868470 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

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– acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results.

Formal requirements, as specified in “Instruktion för Examensarbete” (Faculty of Forest Sciences, 2007-06-27) regarding working plan and mandatory elements in the working process and examination (p 11) shall fulfilled. The work can deal with any subject covered by the broader term Forest Management. This can be interpreted as “Economic theory applied to problems in forestry”, with specific reference to the rational use of forest as a natural resource. The key words are “economic” defining the theoretical base, and “forestry” defining the problem area. Application code SLU-SLU-10103 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of at least 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently

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Application code SLU-SLU-10024 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The eqivalence of Degree of BSc and 30 HEC advanced level in Forest Science/Forest Management and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Resource Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skoglig resurshushållning Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study

Application code SLU-SLU-10026 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 15 HEC advanced level in Forest Management and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Dag Fjeld Tel: +46-90-7868479 Fax: +46-90-778116 E-mail: dag.fjeld@srh.slu.se

Umeå

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Economics Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skogsekonomi

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Resource Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skoglig resurshushållning

– acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results.

Autumn 2010

Application code SLU-SLU-10079 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Forest Management/Forest Science, and at least 30 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Ecology and Silviculture. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-7868470 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Sören Wibe Tel: +46-90-7868250 Fax: +46-907868164 E-mail: Soren.Wibe@sekon.slu.se

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Autumn 2010

– acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-10097 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100% Prerequisites The equivalent of 15 HEC in Forest Managment at advances level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Anders Fries Tel: +46-90-7868368 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Anders.Fries@genfys.slu.se

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FOREST SCIENCE

Forest History Forest History The overall objective of the course is to provide the student with a deeper understanding of the natural development and human impact and forestry on the Scandinavian forest ecosystems with special emphasis on the last few centuries. After the course the student should be able to: – give an overview of the forest history in Sweden during the last 1000 years – compare the forest history of Sweden with other countries. – account for different methods in forest historical research; pollen analysis, dendrochronology, and analysis of historical archives, and also have tested these methods – conduct a minor forest historical field study and present the data in a report – critically analyze scientific literature in forest history Application code SLU-SLU-10084 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 04/10/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime

Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Lars Östlund Tel: +46-90-7868442 Fax: +46-90-7868166 E-mail: Lars.Ostlund@svek.slu.se

Forest Remote Sensing Forest Remote Sensing Deepened knowledge about aerial photo interpretation, including interpretation of landforms and vegetation, and work with digital photogrammetric work stations. Lectures about digital airborne remote sensing technique optical scanners, laser, and radar carried by satellites or aircrafts. Exercises in digital image processing of satellite image data. Orientation about ongoing research in forestry remote sensing. Application code SLU-SLU-10029 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 04/10/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 hp with at least 90 hp in Forest Science/Forest Management/Biology and GIT I or similar GIS-course and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information General competence practiced in this course are computer skills, oral presentation, and writing reports Course organiser Håkan Olsson Tel: +46-90-7868376 Fax: +46-90-778116 E-mail: Hakan.Olsson@srh.slu.se

Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 hp with at least 90 hp in Forest Science/Forest Management/Biology and GIT I or similar GIS-course and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information General competence practiced in this course are computer skills, oral presentation, and writing reports Course organiser Håkan Olsson Tel: +46-90-7868376 Fax: +46-90-778116 E-mail: Hakan.Olsson@srh.slu.se

GIT II (Geographical Information technology II) GIT II (Geographical Information technology II) Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Theory’s about data bases, topological rules, scanning, digitazing (manual, semiautomatic, automatic), geographical analysis with vector and raster data, import/export of geographic data, practical use of GPS (Global Positioning Systems). The course is mainly based on computor exercises. Application code SLU-SLU-20015 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 13/12/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 hp with at least 90 hp in forest science/forest management/biology and GIT I or similar GIS-course and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information General competence practiced in this course are GIS, computer skills, oral presentation, writing reports and project management. Course organiser Jonas Bohlin Tel: +46-90-7868640 Fax: +46-90-778116 E-mail: Jonas.Bohlin@srh.slu.se

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Economics Examensarbete i Forest Science vid inst för skogsekonomi Formal requirements, as specified in “Instruktion för Examensarbete” (Faculty of Forest Sciences, 2007-06-27) regarding working plan and mandatory elements in the working process and examination (p 11) shall fulfilled. The work can deal with any subject covered by the broader term Forest Management. This can be interpreted as “Economic theory applied

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to problems in forestry”, with specific reference to the rational use of forest as a natural resource. The key words are “economic” defining the theoretical base, and “forestry” defining the problem area.

Silviculture – Advanced Course Silviculture – Advanced Course

Application code SLU-SLU-10304 Credits 15 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC Forest Science and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The course includes subject matter from the academic subjects Biology, Soil Science and Forest Management. Course organiser Ulrik Ilstedt Tel: +46-90-786 8390 Fax: +46-90-786 8163 E-mail: Ulrik.Ilstedt@sek.slu.se

The course contains an evaluation of a number of silvicultural problems in close cooperation with established researchers. The course is consists of three parts; lectures and active discussions on up to date topics in silviculture, compiling a research application in close co-operation with supervisor, seminar with representatives from forest industry/forest authorities on forest management policy. Typical topics for the individaul work are seed-handling, plant production, seeding, planting, vegetative regeneration, pre-commercial thinning, thinning, pruning, regenerative cutting, silvicultural systems, tree population dynamics including competition on an individual and an area bases, yield of stem biomass, yield of tree biomass, or the social importance of trees and forests. The research plan is presented and criticized at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-20168 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 08/11/10-12/12/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Science/Forest management or in Biology including the course “Silviculture and forest inventory 15 HEC (G1F)” in the MSc in Forestry Programme and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information A good knowledge in statistics and regression analyses is recommended. Course organiser Tommy Mörling Tel: +46-90-7868516 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Tommy.Morling@ssko.slu.se

Site Productivity and Production Ecology Site Productivity and Production Ecology The course examines from a functional perspective the above and below ground processes that

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Site Productivity and Production Ecology Site Productivity and Production Ecology The course examines from a functional perspective the above and below ground processes that controls, and are controlled by, woody biomass productivity in boreal forests. After the course the student will be able to: – Analyse the preconditions for the site productivity, i.e. how turnover of water, carbon and nutrients are affected by soil conditions, climate, tree stand and ground vegetation. – Examine how the development of the tree stand is affected by climate factors and competition for light, water and nutrients – competition between different organism groups (trees, ground vegetation, fungi and microbes), as well as competition between different individual trees. Application code SLU-SLU-10083 Credits 15 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime

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Silviculture – Advanced Course Silviculture – Advanced Course

controls, and are controlled by, woody biomass productivity in boreal forests. After the course the student will be able to: – Analyse the preconditions for the site productivity, i.e. how turnover of water, carbon and nutrients are affected by soil conditions, climate, tree stand and ground vegetation. – Examine how the development of the tree stand is affected by climate factors and competition for light, water and nutrients – competition between different organism groups (trees, ground vegetation, fungi and microbes), as well as competition between different individual trees.

Autumn 2010

Application code SLU-SLU-10100 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Science, Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: BSc thesis in Forest Science/Forest Management 15 HEC, 30 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Sören Wibe Tel: +46-90-7868250 Fax: +46-907868164 E-mail: Soren.Wibe@sekon.slu.se

Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Science/Forest management or in Biology including the course “Silviculture and forest inventory 15 HEC (G1F)” in the MSc in Forestry Programme and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information A good knowledge in statistics and regression analyses is recommended. Course organiser Tommy Mörling Tel: +46-90-7868516 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Tommy.Morling@ssko.slu.se

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Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC Forest Science and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The course includes subject matter from the academic subjects Biology, Soil Science and Forest Management. Course organiser Ulrik Ilstedt Tel: +46-90-786 8390 Fax: +46-90-786 8163 E-mail: Ulrik.Ilstedt@sek.slu.se

Additional information R is free and available for download from http://www.r-project.org/. Students are welcome to use any software they are familiar with, but we will provide support only for R. Course organiser Bo Ranneby Tel: +46-90-786 8236 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Bo.Ranneby@sekon.slu.se

MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS

Regression analysis gives us a possibility to search for relations between variables in statistical data, and – if we find such relations – estimate the variable in interest. In many situations we want to describe processes with connection to time and we want to make forecasts.We have time series of data.

Umeå, Uppsala

Autumn 2010

Mathematical Statistics Mathematical Statistics Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Application code SLU-SLU-10107 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 04/10/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC. Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised. Course organiser Magnus Ekström

Time Series Analysis Time Series Analysis Regression analysis gives us a possibility to search for relations between variables in statistical data, and – if we find such relations – estimate the variable in interest. In many situations we want to describe processes with connection to time and we want to make forecasts.We have time series of data. Application code SLU-SLU-20046 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 13/12/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including Mathematical Statistics 7 HEC and Regression Analysis 7.5 HEC and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0).

Time Series Analysis Time Series Analysis

Application code SLU-SLU-20171 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 13/12/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including Mathematical Statistics 7 HEC and Regression Analysis 7.5 HEC and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information R is free and available for download from http://www.r-project.org/. Students are welcome to use any software they are familiar with, but we will provide support only for R. Course organiser Bo Ranneby Tel: +46-90-786 8236 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Bo.Ranneby@sekon.slu.se

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Biology of Lactation Laktationsbiologi During the first part of the course lectures will be given by some of the leading experts in the field. Several interesting subjects in relation to lactation such as udder anatomy, udder physiology, milk synthesis, milk ejection, udder health, management routines, milking technique, milking equipment and genetics will be highlighted. Further will milk composition as an effect of feeding-, milking and management routines be discussed, as well as breeding aspects, milk chemistry and milk analyses. During the second part study tours and project work will be done in order to use the knowledge received during the lecture part. Finally, the projects will be presented and evaluated.

Application code SLU-SLU-10034 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within “animal physiology”. Course organiser Sigrid Agenäs Tel: +46-18-671633 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Sigrid.Agenas@huv.slu.se

Comparative Nutrition Jämförande nutrition The course aims at giving better knowledge and a deeper understanding of key nutritional issues,and also differences and similarities between animal species with respect to the utilisation and metabolism of nutrients. Also included in the course are analyses of nutritional problems and suggested solutions. Moreover there is a theoretical project study, which is worked out in collaboration between the student and supervisor. Application code SLU-SLU-20019 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within the area of nutritional physiology – feed science. Course organiser Jan-Erik Lindberg Tel: +46-18-672102 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Jan-Eric.Lindberg@huv.slu.se

Dog and Cat Nutrition Hund och katt – Nutrition This course deals with issues related to nutrition of the dog and the cat. We discuss digestion, metabolism, feed toxicology, requirements of energy and nutrients, including the feed evaluation.You will also learn about practical feeding for different categories of animals, such as knowledge of feed stuffs and formulation of diets. Sim-

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ilarities and differences between the dog and the cat are highlighted. The health of dogs and cats is discussed in relation to nutrition.

Poultry Production Husdjursproduktion – Fjäderfä The course aims at giving a general knowledge of poultry production, mainly in Sweden but also worldwide. Focus is on layers and meat type chickens but other productions as for example turkey and ostrich are also covered. Important issues are e.g., production systems, nutrition and feeding, effects of genotypes and quality of eggs and bird meat.

Basic Nutrition Grundläggande Nutrition This course offers the basics within animal nutrition. We discuss feed chemistry, the metabolism of energy and nutrients in relation to different species of animals. The features of common feedstuffs and feed processing techniques are recog-

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Cattle Production Husdjursproduktion – Nötkreatur The course deals with production of milk and beef from cattle, with emphasis on efficiency, product quality, animal health and welfare, fertility and effects on the environment. Focus is on conditions in Sweden and northern Europe. Basic knowledge in animal nutrition, breeding and behaviour is a prerequisite. The students will apply earlier gained knowledge in these and related subjects to elucidate production systems that fulfil modern demands on a sustainable and safe food production. After the course the students should be able to solve problems and to formulate recommendations for feeding, breeding and management of cattle in conventional as well as in organic systems. Beside traditional lectures there will be project works (individual and in group) and study visits to commercial enterprises. Students will make presentations both orally and in written form. Application code SLU-SLU-20017 Credits 15 HEC Subject Animal Science, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. BSc in Animal Science or the equivalent, alternatively 180 HEC in the Agriculture – Animal Science program. See also “Additional information”.

Dogs and Cats – Genetics, Health and Reproduction Hund och katt – genetik, hälsa och reproduktion Dogs and cats play significant roles in society, and sound breeding, good health and reproduction of the animals is of great importance. In this course you learn about breeding programs in dogs and cats, with special emphasis on breeding in small populations, and breeding for good function, mentality and health. Causes of disease are discussed, as well as collection and analysis of disease data. After the course you should be able to analyse problems of relevance for dog/cat breeding and health and to suggest solutions. Lectures are mixed with exercises and study visits. Students also carry out and present a project, as well as review other students’ projects. The project is based on lectures, literature and internet search, scientific journals, study visits and contacts with researchers and others involved in dog and cat breeding. Application code SLU-SLU-20031 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. BSc in Animal Science / Biology or the equivalent, alternatively 180 HEC of the Agriculture – Animal Science program or of the Veterinary Medicine program. Knowledge corresponding to 6 HEC Genetics / Animal Breeding and 7.5 HEC Animal Physiology is a requirement. See also “Additional information”. Additional information Students are recommended to have knowledge corresponding to 15 ECTS (10p) in each of the two subjects Animal Physiology and Genetics – Animal Breeding. Course organiser Erling Strandberg Tel: +46-18-671952 Fax: +46-18-672848 E-mail: Erling.Strandberg@hgen.slu.se

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-10033 Credits 5 HEC Subject Animal Science, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC, both within “animal physiology” and “nutritional physiology – feed science”. Course organiser Helena Wall Tel: +46-18-671670 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Helena.Wall@huv.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10031 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within the area of animal anatomy and physiology. The course is mainly directed towards students in the Master’s programme in Animal Science, lacking nutritional physiology and feed science in their bachelor degree. The course is based on studies of selected literature. Course organiser Kjell Holtenius Tel: +46-18-671629 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Kjell.Holtenius@huv.slu.se

Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within “animal physiology”, “genetics and animal breeding” and “nutritional physiology – feed science”. The student may choose to go deeper within one of the production lines (milk or meat) or one of the main subjects (breeding or feeding/management). This is done by the choice of course project. Course organiser Jan Bertilsson Tel: +46-18-671645 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Jan.Bertilsson@huv.slu.se

Autumn 2010

Application code SLU-SLU-20018 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within the area of nutritional physiology – feed science. Course organiser Markus Andersson Tel: +46-18-672100 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Markus.Andersson@huv.slu.se

nised. We also learn the basics in diet formulation. The course is mainly based on literature studies combined with lectures and group discussions.

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Pig Production Husdjursproduktion – Gris

Autumn 2010

The course deals with the production of pork with emphasise on Swedish conditions and comparisons with international production. We focus on pig feeding, diet composition, management, production, production effeciency, health and welfare, breeding and breeding programmes. Application code SLU-SLU-10032 Credits 10 HEC Subject Animal Science, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. BSc in Animal Science or the equivalent, alternatively 180 HEC in the Agriculture – Animal Science program. See also “Additional information”. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within each of “animal physiology”, “genetics and animal breeding” and “nutritional physiology – feed science”. The education is conducted in cooperation with the Department of Clinical Sciences. Course organiser Maria Neil Tel: +46-18-764538 Fax: +46-18-674501 E-mail: Maria.Neil@huv.slu.se

Uppsala

The Biology and Use of the Horse Hästens biologi och användning In this course the horse and its management is discussed in a holistic perspective, focusing on issues concerning the use of the horse, its physiology, nutrition, reproduction, genetics and breeding, behaviour, housing, and health. One part of the course focuses on horse digestion and feed metabolism, as well as nutrient and feeding recommendations. Another part focuses on horse performance traits, testing, genetic evaluation and breeding programs, nationally and internationally. The course also covers natural behaviour and behaviour disorders of the horse, as well as common diseases and defects, including causes, effects and possible prevention. Furthermore, horse management and the environment is discussed and how laws and regulations influence conditions. Lectures are mixed with exercises, study visits, and project work. In the project students might choose to deepen their knowledge either in horse nutrition or horse breeding. Application code SLU-SLU-10066 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime

Prerequisites BSc in Animal Science/Biology or the equivalent, alternatively 180 ECTS of the Agriculture – Animal Science program. See additional information. Skills in English equivalent to English A from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information Students are recommended to have knowledge corresponding to 15 ECTS in each of the three subjects Animal Physiology, Nutrition – Feed Science, and Genetics – Animal Breeding. Course organiser Sofia Folestam Tel: +46-18-671980 Fax: +46-18-672848 E-mail: Sofia.Folestam@hgen.slu.se

Anthrozoology Anthrozoology Application code SLU-SLU-20175 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology or Animal Science Additional information Location: Uppsala Course organiser Lena Lidfors Tel: +46-511-67215 Fax: +46-511-67204 E-mail: lena.lidfors@hmh.slu.se

Applied Animal Behaviour Tillämpad etologi Application code SLU-SLU-10312 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science or Biology Additional information Location: Uppsala Course organiser Lena Lidfors Tel: +46-511-67215 Fax: +46-511-67204 E-mail: lena.lidfors@hmh.slu.se

Ethological methods and experimental design Etologiska metoder och försöksdesign Application code SLU-SLU-10311 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English

Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology or Animal Science Additional information It is recommended to have 5 HEC in Animal Behaviour before starting the course Location: Uppsala Course organiser Jens Jung Tel: +46-511-67000 Fax: +46-511-67204 E-mail: jens.jung@hmh.slu.se

Protection and welfare of animals Protection and welfare of animals The course considers the protection and welfare of animals, especially scientific research in this area. The emphasis will be farm and pet animals, although much of the information will be relevant also to other categories of animals and to a wide range of different contexts e.g. housing, management, transport, competition, exhibition, slaughter. Basic information on the legislation for the protection of animals and the ethical views regarding animals will be provided. In addition to lectures, exercises and group seminars will deal with critical assessments of research papers within animal welfare. Project work will involve designing studies to contribute to improved animal protection and welfare, which will then be discussed. Application code SLU-SLU-20174 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology or Animal Science Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 5 HEC within animal welfare and 5 HEC within animal behaviour. Course organiser Lotta Berg Tel: +46-511-67107 Fax: +46-511-67204 E-mail: Lotta.Berg@hmh.slu.se

BIOLOGY – BOTANY

Cryptogams and Nature Conservation Kryptogamer och naturvård The course Cryptogams and Nature Conservation supplies qualified knowledge on how, when and why cryptogams are used in nature conservation and environmental monitoring in Sweden. Insight into research on cryptogams in nature conservation is provided. The course acknowledges both ecological theory and practical issues

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but the focus is on applied ecological aspects related to management and land use where cryptogams represent objects of conservation. Methods used in cryptogam research and management are explained and the student practises in the field on several occasions. Planning, performance and evaluation of cryptogam inventories are discussed and tested. Cryptogams and Nature Conservation is given by the Department of Ecology at SLU, Uppsala and comprises lectures, group projects, field practice, excursions and literature studies. The course is unique within the NL-faculty in focusing Cryptogams and their management.

Ecological concepts Ecological concepts Ecology is the study of the distribution, abundance and interactions of living organisms. There are a number of key concepts such as life histories, community ecology and population change and regulation. This course gives the opportunity for students to select a number of these concepts and through critical discussion between students and teachers to further examine and expand their knowledge of key concepts in the foundations of Ecological theory. Through the use of tutorials and discussion seminars with teachers, in combination with case studies and self study modules, students will be given the chance to explore selected ecological concepts in depth. Exploratory modules will also give the student access to subjects such as Molecular Ecology and Chemical Ecology. Through their selection of combinations of key concepts and exploratory modules the student will be able to tailor the course to expanding and deepening their individual competence according to their needs and interests.

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The aim of the course is to give students the competence to perform an ecological research project in a proper and scientific manner. It is best suited to those interested in ecological research and its application or to those needed to understand and interpret ecological studies. The course covers the process of an ecological study from idea, through experimental design and sampling, to statistical analysis and presentation of ecological data. The methodology is given through lectures, exercises and practical classes. Three weeks are dedicated to applying that knowledge, and this is done either on a field course abroad (currently in Costa Rica) or through a project based in Sweden.The project is then assessed by written and oral presentations. Application code SLU-SLU-20052 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Christer Björkman Tel: +46-18-671532 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: Christer.Bjorkman@ekol.slu.se

Plants and fungi: species knowledge and nature conservation Plants and fungi: species knowledge and nature conservation The course gives a deeper knowledge of the diversity among, and relationships between plants and fungi. It also treats the reproductive biology of these organisms, and its implications for their ecology and distribution. Emphasis is given to excursions, including species determination of plants

Application code SLU-SLU-10115 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent of 180 HEC, including 90 HEC in Biology, at least 5 HEC of which should be basic Botany (morphology, systematics and plant species knowledge. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information Replaces the course BI0866. Course organiser Göran Thor Tel: +46-18-672419 Fax: +46-18-673537 E-mail: Goran.Thor@ekol.slu.se

Conservation Biology Conservation Biology Application code SLU-SLU-20050 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 ECTS including 90 ECTS in Biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 ECTS in Natural Sciences including 15 ECTS in ecology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser

Forest environment and conservation Skogliga miljömål The course Forest Environment and Conservation supplies qualified knowledge on environmental and nature conservation aspects of forests and forestry from a national and international perspective. Insight into research on how forestry and other factors affect forest ecosystems is provided but focus is on how the Swedish environmental objectives are implemented in forestry. The course acknowledges both theory and practical issues but the focus is on applied ecological aspects. Monitoring of biodiversity and forest ecosystems in Sweden is described and discussed. The course is given by the Department of Ecol-

Uppsala

BIOLOGY – ECOLOGY

Ecological methods Ecological methods

and fungi as well as discussions of the importance of land use and continuity to individual species and vegetation types.Various kinds of inventories are frequently used in nature conservation. An introduction to the inventory techniques applied to plants and fungi is given. In addition, actual inventories will be conducted and evaluated.

Autumn 2010

Application code SLU-SLU-10110 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-06/12/10 10 HEC 45%, 17/01/11-25/ 03/11 5 HEC 30%; distance Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent of 180 HEC, including 90 HEC in Biology at least 5 HEC of which should be basic Botany (morphology, systematics and plant species knowledge. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Göran Thor Tel: +46-18-672419 Fax: +46-18-673537 E-mail: Goran.Thor@ekol.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10112 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Richard Hopkins Tel: +46-18-672368 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: Richard.Hopkins@ekol.slu.se

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Autumn 2010

ogy at SLU, Uppsala and comprises lectures, group projects, field practice, excursions and literature studies. The course is unique within Sweden in focusing in the Swedish environmental objectives and forestry. Application code SLU-SLU-20049 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC biology, soil science, forest management or environmental science of which at least 20 HEC biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Alternatively, equivalent to 120 HEC in Natural Sciences including 15 HEC in Ecology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Replaces the course BI0743. Course organiser Göran Thor Tel: +46-18-672419 Fax: +46-18-673537 E-mail: Goran.Thor@nvb.slu.se

Uppsala

Plant pathology Växtpatologi This course gives the student a thorough foundation in the principles of plant pathology. A key component is a study of the biological processes that lead to disease in plants. Students learn about the interactions of plants and pathogens on a variety of integration levels (from the subcellular to populations). The course equips the student with the basic tools for studying plant diseases. This is an advanced course for career-oriented students with a special interest in plant diseases and plant protection, as well as for those pursuing advanced degrees in plant pathology. Application code SLU-SLU-10190 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above: Equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC in Biology of which at least 5 HEC each of plant physiology, microbiology, and floristic and faunistic are part of the 60 HEC. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school.

Course organiser Dan Funck Jensen Tel: +46-18-672798 Fax: +46-18-673599 E-mail: Dan.Jensen@mykopat.slu.se

Plant pathology Växtpatologi This course gives the student a thorough foundation in the principles of plant pathology. A key component is a study of the biological processes that lead to disease in plants. Students learn about the interactions of plants and pathogens on a variety of integration levels (from the subcellular to populations). The course equips the student with the basic tools for studying plant diseases. This is an advanced course for career-oriented students with a special interest in plant diseases and plant protection, as well as for those pursuing advanced degrees in plant pathology. Application code SLU-SLU-10301 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above: Equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC in Biology of which at least 5 HEC each of plant physiology, microbiology, and floristic and faunistic are part of the 60 HEC. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Dan Funck Jensen Tel: +46-18-672798 Fax: +46-18-673599 E-mail: Dan.Jensen@mykopat.slu.se

Ecology & Management of Diseases and Pests of Forest Trees Skogsträdens skadegörare: interaktioner, ekologi och skötsel This is a course for you who are interested in the health of our trees and forests. Focus will be on the pests and diseases that have a major importance for economy and the environment.You will study the biological and ecological basis for interactions between trees and major disease and pest organisms.You will also put the systems into a framework of management and socioeconomic influences including silviculture, global trade, and invasive and emerging diseases. One important part to emphasis the practical aspects will be studies of disease in the field.

Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to 30 HEC at advanced level in one of the subjects Biology or Forest Science. The equivalent of 5 HEC Diseases and Pests of Forest Trees should be included. English skills corresponding to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Replaces the course BI4294. Course organiser Jan Stenlid Tel: +46-18-671807 Fax: +46-18-673599 E-mail: jan.stenlid@mykopat.slu.se

BIOLOGY – ENTOMOLOGY

Applied insect ecology Tillämpad insektsekologi Application code SLU-SLU-20051 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, the equivalent of 120 HEC in natural science subjects of which 15 HEC in Ecology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser

Insect biology and diversity Insekters biologi och mångfald More than 50% of all known species on Earth are insects. Insects are numerous and important actors in almost all land and freshwater ecosystems. This course deals with the diversity of insects and how the morphology and physiology of insects are related to their mode of life. In particular, the characteristic groups of insects inhabiting various environments are highlighted. Application code SLU-SLU-10109 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime

Application code SLU-SLU-10189

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Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, the equivalent of 120 HEC in natural science subjects of which 15 HEC in Ecology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Mats Jonsell Tel: +46-18-672876 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: Mats.Jonsell@ekol.slu.se

BIOLOGY – GENETICS

The course covers topics such as evolution, domestication, systematics, and influence of various environmental factors. Genetic and molecular genetic practices together with breeding strategies are other important elements. International aspects and various regulations will be discussed.

Genetic engineering Genteknik The course gives the student a possibility to study methods in molecular genetics applied for prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. The course consists of three major parts: laboratory exercises, in silico sequence analyses and theory discussions. The examination has an emphasis on choice of methods and analyses for a defined problem and their advantages and disadvantages. Application code SLU-SLU-10225 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime

Bioinformatics Bioinformatik

Application code SLU-SLU-10224 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowvledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology. 30 HEC in cell biology, physiology, genetics and microbiology should be included. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Niclas Gyllenstrand Tel: +46-18-671307 Fax: +46-18-673389 E-mail: niclas.gyllenstrand@vbsg.slu.se

Knowledge in bioinformatics is crucial for evaluating DNA and protein sequence data from animal and plant genomes and is in great demand in academia and industry. The course aims to give the student a solid foundation in the basic methods of bioinformatics. It covers the theories, algorithms and practical applications of computer-based methods for analysis of DNA sequences and protein structures. Modules included are: biological databases, homology analyses, gene analysis packages (e.g. EMBOSS and Staden), web-based analysis tools, Unix OS, statistical analysis methods, comparative genomics, functional genomics, molecular evolution and microarray expression analysis. Computer-based tasks/labs form an essential part of the course; there are also lectures, project work and seminars. It’s an objective that after the course students should be able to build a workstation for bioinformatics using free software and to use biological databases. Application code SLU-SLU-20030 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 60 HEC Biology or Animal Science. 20 HEC Cell Biology, Molecular Genetics, Genetics/Breeding is a requirement. Course organiser Erik Bongcam-Rudloff Tel: +46-18-672121 Fax: +46-18-672848 E-mail: Erik.Bongcam@hgen.slu.se

Genetically modified organisms and lab animal science Genmodifierade organismer och försöksdjursvetenskap The course provides basic knowledge concerning genetically modified microorganisms (GMM) and higher organisms (GMO). The course also provides basic knowledge in laboratory animal

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Genome Analysis Genomanalys Increasing our knowledge about genomes is important to be able to identify genes causing diseases, regulating resistance, or controlling phenotypic traits. The course gives in-depth knowledge on methods for studying genomes, their structure and evolution. Focus is on domestic animals and plants, but methods and theories taught are applicable in all higher organisms. The course covers genetic markers, gene mapping, physical mapping, molecular evolution (e.g. phylogenetic trees), molecular disease genetics, functional genomics, QTL analysis and basal bioinformatics. A brief introduction to genetically modified animals, plants and micro-organisms is also included, as well as ethical aspects on genome analysis. Experimental work forms an important part of the course. This includes projects based on laboratory analyses and computer exercises where students work in groups. There are also lectures and exercises. In addition, students do a literature review to be presented at seminars. Application code SLU-SLU-10064 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-20116 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC Biology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information At least 5 HEC of genetics and 10 HEC of plant biology are recommended. Course organiser Ann Christin Rönnberg-Wästljung Tel: +46-18-673352 Fax: +46-18-673389 E-mail: anki.wastljung@vbsg.slu.se

science as well as practical exercises and certificate to handle animals. After the course the students should be able to describe how genetic modifications are made, applied, detected, regulated, and know some of the arguments used in risk-benefit analysis. Concerning the use of laboratory animals, the students should know regulations and ethical aspects, be able to handle mice and rats, know some of the relevant techniques, and know some parameters to assess the status of laboratory animals.

Autumn 2010

Genetic diversity and plant breeding Genetic diversity and plant breeding

Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent to 60 HEC in biology including at least 15 HEC in biochemistry, 15 HEC in cell biology/microbiology and 15 HEC in genetics. Course organiser Christina Dixelius Tel: +46-18-673234 Fax: +46-18-673389 E-mail: christina.dixelius@vbsg.slu.se

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Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology or Animal Science. 20 HEC Cell Biology, Molecular Genetics, Genetics, Genetic Engineering / Animal or Plant Breeding is a requirement. Course organiser Anders Lindroth Tel: +46-18-4714515 Fax: +46-18-4714833 E-mail: Anders.Lindroth@hgen.slu.se

Uppsala

Autumn 2010

BIOLOGY – MICROBIOLOGY

Contaminated soils – Risk Assessment and Remediation Contaminated soils – Risk Assessment and Remediation Management and use of chemicals and metals have led to pollution of soils, sediments and water bodies. The course raises central questions where risk assessment and remediation is a central part of the work of authorities and businesses. Half the course addresses methods for assessing risks of soils contaminated with heavy metals and/or organic compounds, with focus on the Swedish system of risk assessment (incl study visits and case studies). In the other half of the course we study the possibility to use microorganisms to degrade pollutants by using their metabolism and understand their physiology. We also emphasize how chemical and physical properties of soils determine conditions for remediation, e g by affecting bioavailability of pollutants. Also, the possibilities to use plants for soil cleaning (phytoremediation) and how microorganisms can be used for treating metal-contaminated soils, or to prevent new contamination of soils and the environment (bioprophylaxis) are discussed. Application code SLU-SLU-10186 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Soil Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 35%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC within one of the main areas biology, chemistry, agricultural science, soil science, geological science, environmental science or technology. This knowledge shall include at least 20 HEC biology, at least 20 HEC chemistry and at least 10 HEC soil science or geological sciences. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser John Stenström Tel: +46-18-673293 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: John.Stenstrom@mikrob.slu.se

Virology Virologi

Experimental Microbiology Experimentell mikrobiologi

All organisms can be infected by viruses, which take over the host cell to produce virus copies. During the course, there will be examples of viruses from bacteria, plants, animals and humans. The course will give basic knowledge about viruses, such as structure, functions, infection mechanisms and spread. Other areas that will be covered are methods for virus detection and biotechnical virus applications. Application code SLU-SLU-20115 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 15 HEC biochemistry and cell biology. Course organiser Anders Kvarnheden Tel: +46-18-673337 Fax: +46-18-673389 E-mail: anders.kvarnheden@vbsg.slu.se

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

Experimental Microbiology Experimentell mikrobiologi Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme To be accepted at the course, the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the course project. During this course, you will participate in the planning and realisation of short research project as a part of the ongoing research at the Department. The project will consist of searching for literature required for the project, laboratory work and processing of the results obtained. You will also write a report and give an oral presentation of your results. Application code SLU-SLU-10184 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology, where cellbiology and microbiology should be included. Skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Karin Jacobsson Tel: +46-18-673255 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: Karin.Jacobsson@mikrob.slu.se

To be accepted at the course, the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the course project. During this course, you will participate in the planning and realisation of short research project as a part of the ongoing research at the Department. The project will consist of searching for literature required for the project, laboratory work and processing of the results obtained. You will also write a report and give an oral presentation of your results. Application code SLU-SLU-20091 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology, where cellbiology and microbiology should be included. Skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Karin Jacobsson Tel: +46-18-673255 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: Karin.Jacobsson@mikrob.slu.se

Industrial biotechnology Industriell bioteknologi Biotechnology is the exploitation of biological processes for industrial or other purposes. Today biotechnology is an important field for many companies active in various industrial branches working with e.g. pharmaceuticals, food production and gene technology products. The main part of the course is about different industrial aspects on biotechnology. How do biotechnology innovations arise and how are these developed into products? These are examples of questions that you should be able to answer when completing the course.You will also learn about how biotechnology companies organise their management of research and development. Furthermore, you will also learn about the interplay between research and business development, and the actors, which cooperate in the commercialisation process. Also during the course visitors from different industries will be invited to present their companies and different aspects of biotechnology relevant for the course. Application code SLU-SLU-10183 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology

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Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Admitted to Biotechnology – Master’s programme Alternative to the above, knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC biology or animal science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Total number of positions at the course is limited to 24 Course organiser Bengt Guss Tel: +46-18-673205 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: Bengt.Guss@mikrob.slu.se

Protein Technology Proteinteknologi

Application code SLU-SLU-20095 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Chemistry Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of: 90 HEC in Biology including 15 HEC in Biochemistry and 10 HEC in Genetic Engineering/Molecular Biology as well as 10 HEC in General and Organic Chemistry alternative the equivalent of: 90 HEC in Chemistry including 15 HEC in Biochemistry and 10 HEC in General and Organic Chemistry as well as 10 HEC in Genetic Engineering/Molecular Biology. Additional information Replaces the course BI0860. Exemption from entry requirements in Swedish. Course organiser Sherry Mowbray Tel: +46-18-4714990 Fax: +46-18-536971 E-mail: Sherry.Mowbray@molbio.slu.se

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The degree project will give exercise in planning, will accomplish and present an independent project within a given time. The student will choose a degree project in a research area and a supervisor in the department. Upon completion of the degree project the student will have developed scientific methods as well as the skills to write a well-structured and interesting report. The written work will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon). Application code SLU-SLU-10288 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Prerequisites: Approved Bachelor thesis/ Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to 30 HEC at advanced level in Animal Science or equivalent. At least one course of relevance for the chosen subject. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Eva Tydén Tel: +46-18-673171 Fax: +46-18-673532 E-mail: Eva.tyden@bvf.slu.se

Introduction to Masters study Introduction to Masters study This course is specifically aimed at students starting the Ecology Masters Degree. The aim of the course is to provide students with a sound foundation in the key skills which they will require to study at this level. This includes an introduction to scientific theory and ethics and to project planning in relationship to ecological studies. There is a short excursion to various field research stations as an introduction to advanced field ecology. The major components include training in information competence and information literacy, which are placed in the context of the ecological sciences. Students are also given guidance in the assessment and understanding of ecological studies and in the fundamental techniques of presenting data orally and scientific writing techniques. The course includes both group work and individual guidance and training

Application code SLU-SLU-10113 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in any of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geo Science, Environmenetal Science, Forest Management/ Forest Science or Technique/Technology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Richard Hopkins Tel: +46-18-672368 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: Richard.Hopkins@ekol.slu.se

Viticulture Vinodling The course deals with analysis of the biological prerequisites for viticulture and basics in viticulture with the focus on Europe. Qualitative and quantitative aspects within viticulture from a production perspective are treated. Wine production is discussed and controls of wine quality are practised. Application code SLU-SLU-10172 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Agricultural Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 25%, evening Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to general requirements for higher education. Additional information The course will take place in the evening, the actual timetable will be decided in consultation with the participants. Course organiser Anna Mårtenson Tel: +46-18-671222 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: Anna.Martensson@mark.slu.se

Safe Nutrient Recycling Säker näring i kretslopp With increased plant nutrient recycling from waste and wastewater we may risk to introduce new routes for disease transmission.To maintain a good health for both people and animals knowledge about safe ways to recycle nutrients are required. In this course you acquire the knowledge needed for playing an important role for

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The course is structured into an initial four-week theoretical block of lectures and exercises, followed by a laborative mutagenesis part. In parallel with the laborative work students will prepare a research project plan on a topic of their choice. The initial theoretical block will give an extended understanding of proteins, their properties and their behavior. Exercises during the theoretical part of the course will mainly be based on research articles that deal with subjects related to the lecture held the day before each group exercise. The experimental part of the course involves mutant design, site directed mutagenesis, expression/purification and protein characterization.

Degree project in biology, Dep. of Biomedicine and Veterinary Public Health Examensarbete i biologi, inst. f. biomedicin och folkhälsovetenskap

in the skills essential to the successful completion of the Ecology Masters Degree.

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BIOLOGY – MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

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securing health when implementing a more sustainable society. The focus of the course is sanitation technologies that enable safe recycling of nutrients and organics from urban biological waste (kitchen waste, urine, faeces etc.) back to crop production. You will learn about composting, biogas (anaerobic digestion) and onsite sanitation systems. With knowledge about the factors that controls pathogen inactivation and tools as microbial risk assessment and systems analysis you will be able to evaluate risks and benefits with the systems. Application code SLU-SLU-20074 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including at least 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geo Science, Environmental Science or Technology. At least 10 HEC in Biology and at least 10 HEC in Chemistry must be included. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20 HEC in Biology, 20 HEC in Chemistry and 20 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Overlap the course Biological Waste Recycling (TN0197). Course organiser Björn Vinnerås Tel: +46-18-671834 Fax: +46-18-67 35 29 E-mail: Bjorn.Vinneras@et.slu.se

Soil Biology Markbiologi Most ecological processes involve the soil. Here, energy, carbon and nutrients circulate between living plants, dead organic matter, minerals, water and air. These fluxes are mediated by soil organisms- bacteria, fungi, animals and plant roots, and are of central importance in agriculture and forestry as well as for biodiversity, water quality and the global climate. The course covers the different organisms found in soils: What are their sources of carbon, energy and nutrients? What products are produced? How do they interact with each other, with living and dead plants, as well as with the physical and chemical environment of the soil? These questions provide a framework for understanding ecological cycles and how they differ between various ecosystems – natural as well as man-made. The aim of the couse is to provide a sound basic understanding of soil biology, enabling further studies of appli-

cations within agriculture, forestry, nature conservation and environmental protection. Application code SLU-SLU-20096 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Soil Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Technology. At least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry must be included alternatively at least 15 ECTS in Biology and at least 15 HEC in Chemistry and at least 15 HEC in Soil Science or Geoscience. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above: Equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 20 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Björn Lindahl Tel: +46-18-672725 Fax: +46-18-673599 E-mail: bjorn.lindahl@mykopat.slu.se

Independent project /degree project in Biology E Självständigt arbete i biologi E To be accepted on the course, you must have chosen a subject and have a supervisor. The course contains lectures and seminars about presentation techniques, information gathering and scientific theory. These will be used later in the production of your dissertation, and when you then present your work for the other students and teachers. At the end of the course you shall present your project in a seminar, and you will also serve as opponent for the presentation of the work of another student. The written work produced will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon) and will be checked for plagiarism with the system Urkund. Application code SLU-SLU-10222 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Biology. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school.

Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Ulf Grandin Tel: +46-18-673104 E-mail: Ulf.Grandin@vatten.slu.se

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Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Products. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Lönnstedt Tel: +46-18-162496 Fax: +46-18E-mail: Lars.Lonnstedt@sprod.slu.se

The course addresses corporate sustainability issues from a marketing perspective. It is based on the notion of the “triple bottom line” where environmental, social and financial aspects of management are studied. Starting with a theoretical review where the traditional marketing literature takes us in terms of current issues the course moves on to more contemporary readings and examples from current situations through case studies, seminars, and external lecturers. These empirical studies and presentations provide grounds for conducting an individual study in the latter part of the course.

With successful completion of this course, students will be able to: – identify and formulate problems from different perspectives – understand and apply different theoretical and methodological principles and assumptions – use previously acquired knowledge to independently solve the problem – acquire a subject related specialization and apply it – construct/use models to describe and handle the problem and collect relevant data in order to solve the problem – write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way which includes using references correctly – make oral presentations of own work. Able to oppose on other scientific work Application code SLU-SLU-20055 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 120 HEC of which 90 HEC in relevant subject. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Sendary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. Two or three students may collaborate by, e.g., treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. Rules for thesis work outside the country, etc. are found in the study guides for the respective educational programs. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Independent Project/Degree Project in Business Administration D Självständigt arbete i företagsekonomi D Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Lessons about problem formulation, searching literature and research methodology are given successively as you apply it in your thesis, and present it for the other students and the teachers.

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Application code SLU-SLU-10120 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent of 90 HEC in Business Administration of which at least 30 HEC at Clevel. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate such as by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Production Economics ProduktionsekonomÌ The course intends to give students a theoretical background and skills for the application of production and cost theory and operation research methods, in order to formulate, analyze, and solve simple economic problems dealing with food and natural resources. The course aims at communicating several methods for the analysis of the above-mentioned problems in a situation where price and/or production risk exists. The student will be able to use the methods in order to understand and analyze the relation between new technology and production conditions in the primary and secondary stages of the food chain. The influence on the supply relationship in the agricultural sector as well as the expected effects on the surrounding environment is an integral part. Applications of methods such as simulation, (non)linear optimization may involve assessments of economic efficiency measures, economic effects of livestock diseases, risk

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Application code SLU-SLU-10123 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Business Administration, or the equivalent. Knowledge equivalent to english B from upper secondary school. Additional information This course is one of the alternative first courses in the Agricultural Economics and Management M Sc program and Environmental Economics and Management M Sc program, and as such will include a program introduction. Course organiser Cecilia Mark-Herbert Tel: +46-18-671709 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Cecilia.Mark-Herbert@ekon.slu.se

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After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar.

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Environmental and Social Responsibility Marketing Environmental and Social Responsibility Marketing

Independent project – Degree project in Business Administration D Magisteruppsats – företagsekonomi

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management techniques through diversification and contracts at various stages of the food chain as well as the formation of partnership arrangements. Application code SLU-SLU-20062 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration, Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC including at least 90 HEC in Business Administration alternative Economics and 5 HEC in Mathematics and 5 HEC in Statistics. Knowledge equivalent to english B from Upper Secondary School. Course organiser Hans Andersson Tel: +46-18-673505 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Hans.Andersson@ekon.slu.se

Quantitative Finance – Theory and Applications Investering och finansiering The course covers investment theory, continuos as well as discrete measures for evaluating investment under certainty as well as under uncertainty over future conditions. Additional major topics includes portfolio theory and applications of portfolio management to agricultural investment. Also, the determinants of capital structure are addressed with a specific emphasis to how personal taxes, transaction costs and product quality choices affects the capital structure and the real capital employed at the firm level. Application code SLU-SLU-10122 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration, Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including at least 90 HEC in Business Administration alternative Economics and 5 HEC in Mathematics and 5 HEC in Statistics. Skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Carl-Johan Lagerkvist Tel: +46-18-671783 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Carl-Johan.Lagerkvist@ekon.slu.se

Strategic Management Företagsledning The course deals with prescriptive strategic management including the organization’s mission, setting of objectives, crafting strategies, and managing the implementation and control. The course also includes managers’ behaviour in the strategic decision making process, which is divided into (1) problem (or opportunity) detection, (2) finding strategic option ideas, (3) planning, analysis and choice of the strategic option (s), and (4) implementing and control. The first half of the course contains theories and literature seminars, and the second half application in case firms. Application code SLU-SLU-20060 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Business Administration. Knowledge equivalent of English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Independent Project/Degree Project in Business Administration E Independent Project/Degree Project in Business Administration E Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Before course start, you should have formulated your thesis subject and been assigned an individual supervisor. Lessons about problem formulation, searching literature and research methodology are given successively as you apply it in your thesis, and present it for the other students and the teachers. After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar. The thesis must be published in the SLU system of electronic publishing (Epsilon) and plagiarism are from January 1, 2008, checked in Urkund. Application code SLU-SLU-10118 Credits 30 HEC

Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 30 HEC, advanced level D, within Business Adnimistration. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate e.g. by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Project Management in Research and Business Development Ledarskap och styrning i företag och projekt After successful completion of the course, students will be able to: – describe different schools of organization theory – describe different models of leadership – identify organizational problems and propose solutions – describe the business planning cycle – describe goals and content of project management – work with basic financial and management accounting practices – report, analyze and discuss financial information in both written and oral presentations Application code SLU-SLU-20061 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to at least 120 HEC in a natural science subject. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Vakant Tel: +46-18-671000 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: vakant

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Course organiser Anders Sandström Tel: +46-18-673463 Fax: +46-18-673476 E-mail: Anders.Sandstrom@kemi.slu.se

CHEMISTRY

Natural Products Chemistry Natural Products Chemistry The course is intended to give the student knowledge about the most important natural products. Occurrence, chemical properties and analytical methods will be covered. The following natural products will be covered: Carbohydrates, lipids, nucleic acids, amino acids, peptides, terpenes, steroids and alkaloids. The following analytical techniques will be covered: Spectroscopy (NMR, MS, IR, UV), chromatography (GC, HPLC, TLC).

Application code SLU-SLU-10157 Credits 30 HEC Subject Chemistry Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Chemistry. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC).

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Many decisions regarding cost and benefits of different tasks are made in everyday life. For example, a household compares costs and benefits from buying a new environmentally friendly car. The cost benefit tests are also carried out for much larger projects such as changes in national transport systems. Common to most projects is the need for attaching costs and benefits to different items which can be difficult to assess such as the value of life or cost of the risk for future catastrophic events from, e.g., nuclear power works. The purpose of this course is to give theoretical and empirical knowledge on design of cost benefit studies applied mainly on environmentally related projects. After passing the course, the students will – be able to determine whether or not a project is suitable for cost benefit analysis – analyse the concept of social cost – have knowledge on different techniques for cost and benefit estimates – give account of what factors can have dramatic impacts on the estimated cost and benefits – know how to account for intangible costs or benefits of a project – describe the impact of time perspective on the outcome of a project – know how to account for distributional impacts of a project on for example different households and regions – analyse the possibilities and limitations of CBA Application code SLU-SLU-10144 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Environmental Science, Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Skills equivalent to 180 HEC, including 90 HEC in economics. Skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Ing-Marie Gren Tel: +46-18-671753 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Ing-Marie.Gren@ekon.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-20072 Credits 15 HEC Subject Environmental Science, Economics Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to 30 HEC in Economics. Course organiser Clas Eriksson Tel: +46-18-671755 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Clas.Eriksson@ekon.slu.se

Quantitative Methods in Economics Kvantativa metoder inom nationalekonomi This course shows how quantitative methods and tools can be used to analyze the behaviour of economic agents (like firms, consumers and policy makers) involved in the agri-food and natural resource sectors, and/or facing issues or problems of environmental kind. The course will give an understanding of how to conceptualize and solve decision problems in economics and of welfare considerations associated with various forms of public interventions in markets. Having completed the course, you will have knowledge of major quantitative methods and tools used by economists and be able to use computer programs in solving optimization problems or models. Application code SLU-SLU-10143 Credits 10 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to 30 HEC in economics.

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Independent project/degree project in Chemistry E Självständigt arbete i kemi E

Cost Benefit Analysis of Agricultural and Environmental Projects Cost Benefit Analysis of Agricultural and Environmental Projects

What charge should we have to achieve a certain environmental quality at the lowest cost? How shall the combination of costly actions in different countries be in order to achieve an international cooperation? How much fish can be taken without running the risk of extinguishing it in the long run? What is the value of a cleaner Baltic Sea? What are the relationships between population, economic growth and environment? To what extent can the government or any other federal authority change property rights in order to improve the environmental quality? Economic theory and methods are analysed and applied during the class to answer these questions.

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Application code SLU-SLU-10161 Credits 10 HEC Subject Chemistry Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 10 HEC general and organic chemistry and 10 HEC biochemistry. Additional information Exemption from entry requirements in Swedish. The course is given in Swedish if only Swedishspeaking teachers and students participate. Course organiser Anders Broberg Tel: +46-18-672217 Fax: +46-18-673476 E-mail: Anders.Broberg@kemi.slu.se

ECONOMICS

Natural Resource and Environmental Economics Naturresurs- och miljöekonomi

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Course organiser Clas Eriksson Tel: +46-18-671755 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Clas.Eriksson@ekon.slu.se

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Advanced Natural Resource and Environmental Economics Advanced Natural Resource and Environmental Economics What policy should we use to achieve a certain environmental quality at the lowest cost? How shall the combination of costly actions in different countries be in order to achieve an international cooperation? How much fish can be taken without running the risk of extinguishing it in the long run? What is the value of a cleaner Baltic Sea? What are the relationships between population, economic growth and environment? To what extent can the government or any other federal authority change property rights in order to improve the environmental quality? Advanced economic theory and methods are analysed and applied during the class to answer these questions. Application code SLU-SLU-20073 Credits 15 HEC Subject Environmental Science, Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC of which 90 HEC in economics. Course organiser Clas Eriksson Tel: +46-18-671755 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Clas.Eriksson@ekon.slu.se

Analytical Methods Analytiska metoder Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme This course covers the mathematical methods that are widely used in advanced economic and econometric analysis. A central part is the solution of optimization problems. The course also presents basic concepts of game theory, including important equilibrium concepts. Application code SLU-SLU-10141 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic

year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 in Economics. Knowledge equivalent of English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Stefan Eriksson Tel: +46-18-471 1561 Fax: +46-18-471 14 78 E-mail: Stefan.Eriksson@nek.uu.se

Independent Project – Degree Project in Economics D Självständigt arbete i nationalekonomi D Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Before course start, you should have formulated your thesis subject and been assigned an individual supervisor. Lessons about problem formulation, searching literature and research methodology are given successively as you apply it in your thesis, and present it for the other students and the teachers. After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-10121 Credits 30 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 90 HEC in Economics of which at least 30 HEC at C-level. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate e.g. by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme.

Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Independent Project /Degree Project in Economics D Magisteruppsats – nationalekonomi Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme With successful completion of this course, students will be able to: – identify and formulate problems from different perspectives – understand and apply different theoretical and methodological principles and assumptions – use previously acquired knowledge to independently solve the problem – acquire a subject related specialization and apply it – construct/use models to describe and handle the problem and collect relevant data in order to solve the problem – write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way which includes using references correctly – make oral presentations of own work. Able to oppose on other scientific work Application code SLU-SLU-20056 Credits 15 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 120 HEC of which minimum 90 HEC must be in a relevant subject. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. Two or three students may collaborate by, e.g., treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. Rules for thesis work outside the country, etc. are found in the study guides for the respective educational programs. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

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International Food System Analysis Internationell livsmedelsförsörjning The purpose of this course is to address economic and policy factors influencing food systems at the global and national levels, and to quantify their impacts on trade, supply, demand and prices through the use of economic models. Emphasis is also placed on the specification and implementation of these models, and their use in studyig scenarios influencing world food supply and demand.

Macroeconomic Theory Makroekonomisk teori Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

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The course gives a sound understanding of the formal core theories of microeconomics. It goes deeper than previous courses into topics such as consumer demand, producer supply and general equilibrium analysis. The course emphasizes mathematical analysis in developing the theory, but also explores its relationship with graphical analysis and formal economic reasoning. Although the course focuses on the theoretical framework of microeconomic analysis, there will also be some applications presented to illustrate the use of these analytical tools. Application code SLU-SLU-10142 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Economics. Knowledge equivalent of English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Chuan-Zhong Li Tel: +46-18-4711446 Fax: +46-18-4711478 E-mail: chuanzhong.li@nek.uu.se

Sustainable Development Hållbar utveckling This course starts by giving a theoretical description of the relation between economic growth, natural resources and the environment. At the centre is the rate of technical progress, which is emphasised by new growth theories. This framework is then used to enhance the understanding of empirical observations. Special attention is given to the types of technical progress that saves natural resources and that makes production cleaner. Application code SLU-SLU-20069 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 50%, daytime

Topics in microeconomics Teman i mikroekonomi Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme This course applies the toolkit of microeconomics to a number of problems in the real world. Among the central concepts are information asymmetries, uncertainty, imperfect competition and different types of games. Examples of the questions that are analyzed are what determines the price of used cars and why do some individuals commit crime? Application code SLU-SLU-20071 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Economics. Knowledge equivalent of English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Per Engström Tel: +46-18-471 15 65 Fax: +46-18-47 14 78 E-mail: per.engstrom@nek.uu.se

Independent Project/Degree Project in Economics E Independent Project/Degree Project in Economics E Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Before course start, you should have formulated your thesis subject and been assigned an individual supervisor. Lessons about problem formulation, searching literature and research methodol-

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After completing the course, the student is expected to be able to conduct advanced and independent analyses of important real world macroeconomic issues. Application code SLU-SLU-20070 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Economics. Knowledge equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Chuan-Zhong Li Tel: +46-18-4711446 Fax: +46-18-4711478 E-mail: chuanzhong.li@nek.uu.se

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Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. 180 HEC-equivalents on bachelor level, of which 90 HEC in economics, or the equivalent. In addition the courses Mathematics (5 HEC) and Microeconomic Theory (7,5 HEC) are required. Knowledge equivalent of English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Ficre Zehaie Tel: +46-18-672605 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Ficre.Zehaie@ekon.slu.se

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Application code SLU-SLU-10139 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Agricultural Science, Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. 180 HEC-equivalents on Bachelor level, of which 90 HEC in economics, or the equivalent. This includes analytical methods (7.5 HEC) and microeconomic theory (7.5 HEC). Knowledge equivalent of english B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Yves Surry Tel: +46-18-671795 Fax: +46-18-471 70 71 E-mail: Yves.Surry@ekon.slu.se

Microeconomic Theory Mikroekonomisk teori

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ogy are given successively as you apply it in your thesis, and present it for the other students and the teachers. After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar. ”The thesis must be published in the SLU system of electronic publishing (Epsilon) and plagiarism are from January 1, 2008, checked in Urkund.” Application code SLU-SLU-10119 Credits 30 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 30 HEC, advanced level D, within Economics. Approved Bachelor thesis/ Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate e.g. by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Risk assessment of pollutants in soils and waters Risk assessment of pollutants in soils and waters The course raises different cases where risk assessment is a central part of the work of authorities and businesses, for example assessments concerning pesticide use, emissions of radioactive compounds, air born pollutants and plant nutrients. The course will provide students with a good ability to apply various types of risk assessment models for environmental pollutants, plus a

good understanding of the theories and assumptions on which these are based. Application code SLU-SLU-20112 Credits 5 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Courses corresponding to 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC within one of the main areas Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Engineering/ Technology. These courses must include at least 10 HEC Biology and at least 20 HEC Chemistry and at least 20 HEC Soil Science or Geoscience. English skills corresponding to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Jens Fölster Tel: +46-18-673126 Fax: +46-18-673156 E-mail: jens.folster@vatten.slu.se

Communication Strategies Kommunikationsstrategier Communication is a powerful tool when working with change processes in society, e.g reducing the use of fossil fuel. But how should we organise the communication in order to move from unsustainable action to sustainable thoughts and action? Who should be communicating with whom, when, how, and under which conditions? When is it time to write articles? When do we need to meet people personally? Sometimes we ought to involve people already in the the early phase of problem formulation. But when and how? In ’Communication Strategies’ we investigate the possibilities and challenges of different communication methods, when the use of these methods is relevant and how to fruitfully combine different methods in an overall communication strategy that fits the purpose, the target group and the organisation’s resources. Application code SLU-SLU-20108 Credits 5 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in any subject within natural or social sciences of which the course Society, Nature and Change, 5 HEC or the course Natural Resource Management, 10 HEC, must be included. Knowledge equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Lotten Westberg Tel: +46-18-671932 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Lotten.Westberg@sol.slu.se

Communicative Skills and Facilitation Kommunikativ kompetens In natural resource management a number of meetings between people with different views and interests take place. Meetings that could be constructive or destructive, creative or boring. To lead and facilitate these meetings in a good way demands planning, appropriate methodology and sometimes courage. In this course we learn about the designing, organising and facilitating democratic meetings. Part of this course is training in oral presentation techniques and interviewing methodology. Application code SLU-SLU-20109 Credits 5 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in any subject within natural or social sciences. One or both of the program courses Learning, Perspectives and Knowledge in Natural Resource Management, 10 HEC and Society, Nature and Change, 5 HEC. Knowledge equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Agneta Setterwall Tel: +46-70-687 00 95 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Agneta.Setterwall@sol.slu.se

Environmental Impact Assessment – Survey Course Miljökonsekvensbeskrivning – Översiktskurs The course is a survey-course that intends to give an insight into the purpose and meaning of conducting SEA and EIA. The course is based on lectures, exercises, seminars and literature studies. The course focuses on how different environmental aspects are handled in SEA/EIA and the roles and responsibilities of the different stakeholders. The laws and regulations regarding SEA/ EIA and the decision and planning processes in which they are used are also central in the course. The students get opportunity to familiarize oneself with examples of EIA-documents. The course also includes exercises aiming at getting a better understanding of important principles of SEA/EIA. Application code SLU-SLU-20110 Credits 5 HEC Subject Landscape Planning, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime

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Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to 180 HEC of which at least 90 HEC within either natural science, social science, technical science/technology, agricultural science, landscape planning or equivalent. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Åsa Heiter Tel: +46-18-671989 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Asa.Heiter@sol.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-10214 Credits 10 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in any subject within natural or social sciences. Knowledge equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Lars Hallgren Tel: +46-18-672584 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Lars.Hallgren@sol.slu.se

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Application code SLU-SLU-10215 Credits 5 HEC Subject Rural Development, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in any subject within natural or social sciences. Knowledge equivalent to English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS. Course organiser Wijnand Boonstra Tel: +46-18-672694 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Wijnand.Boonstra@sol.slu.se

Sustainable Development and Environmental Policy Miljöpolitik och hållbar utveckling This is a unit for the students who want to get an overview of how the issues about environment, planning and sustainable development are dealt with in the society.We will discuss environmental politics, for example the importance of cooperation within EU, development aid, voluntary work and other initiatives, as for example environmental management systems. We will also discuss how the societal planning system is organized in different contexts, which stakeholders who are influencing and who are affected, and what king of legislation and other means of control which are of importance in the aiming for a sustainable society.

Independent Project/Degree Project in Environmental Science Självständigt arbete i miljövetenskap E To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Application code SLU-SLU-10219 Credits 30 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Environmental Science. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle ( G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Ulf Grandin Tel: +46-18-673104 Fax: +46-18-673156 E-mail: ulf.grandin@vatten.slu.se

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If the environmental problems will be managed or not, is dependent of the thinking and acting of people and their ability to learn from earlier mistakes. How a natural resource will be used (or misused) is decided in oral and written exchanges between humans. In this course we will investigate how people make up their minds about environmental issues, how they chat, understand and misunderstand each other. How do attitudes develop? How does knowledge develop? What is happening when someone learn something? We will investigate the dynamic of a working group and the communication within and between groups. This course is an introduction to a social psychological understanding of the natural resource management. We focus on the experiences of the students and theories about communication, learning, group dynamics, changes of attitudes, action and reflection will be illustrated in exercises and applications.

Sustainable resource management is an aspiration of societies worldwide. Despite serious efforts unsustainable practices are hard to change. This course starts from the crucial insight that natural resource management is as much about managing people as it is about managing nature.This means that it is people who create environmental problems and it is people who can resolve them. Students in this course will think this insight through using theories from sociology and political science. They will develop a critical understanding of the interplay of people and nature and investigate the hindrances and possibilities for changing people’s actions in their societies and environments. After the course the student will be able to describe and critically discuss e.g.: dominant ideas in science and society about the relation between people and nature and between people and society; the role of people and societies in global sustainable development and local natural resource management.

Application code SLU-SLU-10213 Credits 10 HEC Subject Landscape Planning, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC of which at least 90 HEC within either natural science, social science or technical science, with focus on for example: environmental science, biology, soil science, natural geography, agronomy, geology, forest science, political science, environmental law, cultural geography, landscape planning, physical planning, civil engineering, environmental engineering, or equivalent. Knowledge equivalent to English B. Course organiser Sylvia Dovlén Tel: +46-18-671910 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Sylvia.Dovlen@sol.slu.se

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Learning, Perspectives, and Knowledge in Natural Resource Management Lärande, perspektiv och kunskap i naturresurshanteringen

Society, nature and change Samhälle, miljö och förändring

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Man, society and the environment Människa, samhälle och miljö

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The course “Man, society and nature” is a part of the joint master programme “Sustainable development” between Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences and Uppsala University. Its main objective is to present different social science perspectives on management of sustainable development. That is, how do social science disciplines approach and conceptualise sustainable development, and which strategies for promoting sustainable development are suggested? The course covers different disciplines such as law, economics, political science, business administration, psychology, and philosophy, which are discussed and applied to a number of different environmental and sustainability issues of concern in various parts of the world. Application code SLU-SLU-10138 Credits 10 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 04/10/10-12/12/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills equivalent to 180 HEC, including 90 HEC in any subject within natural, engineering or social sciences. Skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Ing-Marie Gren Tel: +46-18-671753 Fax: +46-18-471 70 71 E-mail: Ing-Marie.Gren@ekon.slu.se

FOOD SCIENCE

Food Chemistry Livsmedelskemi The objectives of this course are to: achieve knowledge on the composition of raw and processed foods in physico-chemical terms; gain knowledge and understanding on chemical reactions taking place in foods; and learn how to analyze food composition and to critically evaluate results. The practices focus on important chemical and physical analytical methods. The students are trained in writing reports and orally presentation through interpretation of results achieved from analyses of a specific food sample. Application code SLU-SLU-10170 Credits 10 HEC Subject Chemistry, Food Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime

Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 10 HEC in ’General and Organic Chemistry, 10 HEC in Analytical Natural Products Chemistry and 10 HEC in Biochemistry. Course organiser Paresh Dutta Tel: +46-18-672068 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Paresh.Dutta@lmv.slu.se

Independent project /degree project in Food Science E Självständigt arbete i livsmedelsvetenskap E To be accepted on the course, you must have chosen a subject and have a supervisor. The course contains lectures and seminars about presentation techniques, information gathering and scientific theory. These will be used later in the production of your dissertation, and when you then present your work for the other students and teachers. At the end of the course you shall present your project in a seminar, and you will also serve as opponent for the presentation of the work of another student. The written work produced will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon) and will be checked for plagiarism with the system Urkund Application code SLU-SLU-10163 Credits 30 HEC Subject Food Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Food Science. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Lena Dimberg Tel: +46-18-672047 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Lena.Dimberg@lmv.slu.se

FOREST SCIENCE

Forest Policy Forest Policy The main objective of this course is to provide an understanding of the shape and processes of international forest policy, including the variables actors, ërules of the game’, discourses and resources. To achieve this objective, the course addresses basic approaches from the social sciences, respectively policy science. These will be linked in a second step with the empirical world of international forest policy. After completing the course students should be able to: – explain basic assumptions of core political theories – critically examine international forest policy processes and actors – accomplish own policy analysis on limited policy areas Application code SLU-SLU-10089 Credits 5 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 35%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Scence, Agricultural Sciences, Rural development or Economics and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Daniela Kleinschmit Tel: +46-18-672493 Fax: +46-18 E-mail: daniela.kleinschmit@sprod.slu.se

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Independent project/degree project in Forest Science D Självständigt arbete i skogsvetenskap D 30 hp

Application code SLU-SLU-10149 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Science. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study.

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Forest Management Skogshushållning The course gives an introduction of national and international forestry, basic knowledge about forest management and how different assortments can be improved by sawing, making paper or fuel wood. Forest as a producer of berries and mushrooms and a site for recreation is discussed. Lectures combined with exercises in the forest where the students are trained in Forest Management. Excursions to industries such as nursery, heating plant and saw mill are made.The students present group works about the importance of forestry, forest policy and the proportions of European forestry. The course can be studied separately or as an introduction to an advanced course in Forest Yield. After the course the student should be able to describe the most common methods in Forest Management and be familiar with technique for forest regeneration, harvesting and transports. Based on the course should be able to carry out management of a forest stand. Application code SLU-SLU-10152 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of at least 120 HEC of which at least 15 HEC in biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Could followed separately or as a basic course for the advanced course Forest Production for Multipurpose Use. Replaces the course SH0058. Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673800 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

Forest Management Skogshushållning The course gives an introduction of national and international forestry, basic knowledge about forest management and how different assortments can be improved by sawing, making paper or fuel wood. Forest as a producer of berries and mushrooms and a site for recreation is discussed. Lectures combined with exercises in the forest where the students are trained in Forest Management. Excursions to industries such as nursery, heating plant and saw mill are made.The students present group works about the importance of forestry, forest policy and the proportions of European forestry. The course can be studied separately or as an introduction to an advanced course in Forest Yield. After the course the student should be able to describe the most common methods in Forest Management and be familiar with technique for forest regeneration, harvesting and transports. Based on the course should be able to carry out management of a forest stand. Application code SLU-SLU-10300 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of at least 120 HEC of which at least 15 HEC in biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Could followed separately or as a basic course for the advanced course Forest Production for Multipurpose Use. Replaces the course SH0058. Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673800 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

Independent project in Forest Science (G2E) Självständigt arbete i skogsvetenskap (G2E) Application code SLU-SLU-10302 Credits 15 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC in Forest Science. At least one course at level G2F must be fulfilled connecting to the independent project.

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Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme. Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (15 HEC). Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

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Subject Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC in Forest Science. At least one course at the same level (C) as the independent project must be fulfilled connecting to the independent project. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted to the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme. Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

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Additional information The written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted to the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme. Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

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LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Planning for Sustainability – Theories Planering för hållbarhet – teorier The aim of the course is to introduce theories on sustainable development, and to underpin the relationship between theory and method. Topics discussed are: overarching theories concerning the concurrent state of the globe; climate changes and their effects on environment and population; techniques for spotting and managing environmental problems; sustainable building. The course includes lectures, seminars and excursions. Application code SLU-SLU-20162 Credits 5 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the following subjects: Architecture; Planning, spatial planning, town and country planning; Geography; Landscape architecture; Landscape planning Course organiser Per G. Berg Tel: +46-18-672513 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Per.Berg@sol.slu.se

LANDSCAPE PLANNING

Landscape Project Studio – advanced course Landscape Project Studio – advanced course The Landscape Project Studio explores theories, methods and skills needed for analyzing the large scale landscape and planning for a large-scale project in a collaborative team. The landscape is discussed from different perspectives; landscape architecture, landscape planning, environmental

psychology, landscape ecology, cultural environment, archaeology, geography, and rural development. Students will deal with relevant landscape assessment and impact methods and central concepts concerning landscape and the European Landscape Convention. Communication and decision making process is an important part of the course. The project is based on a real – life development project in a sustainable development perspective. A study trip will give insight about the different dynamics in landscape transformation. Application code SLU-SLU-10203 Credits 30 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC of which 90 HEC in Landscape planning and/or Landscape Architecture, Architecture, Urban Planning, Geography or equivalent. English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information The course contains 20 HEC proficiency training. Course organiser Katri Lisitzin Tel: +46-18-672516 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Katri.Lisitzin@sol.slu.se

MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS

Statistics for Biologists I Statistik för biologer I This is an elementary course intended to give basic knowledge of the principles of statistical inference, especially analyzing planned experiments. The course corresponds to the first courses at the undergraduate level, and is recommended for students lacking that knowledge. Some keywords: Confidence intervals; t tests; Analysis of Variance for different designs; principles of “good” designs. The SAS and Minitab computer packages are used to analyze example data. Examination: Written exam and exercises during the course. Application code SLU-SLU-10134 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to general requirements for higher education and Mathematics D from upper secondary school.

Additional information The course is mainly intended for graduate students, but it may be taken by other students in the later part of their studies. Replaces the course MS0027. Course organiser Lennart Norell Tel: +46-18-671762 Fax: +46E-mail: lennart.norell@ekon.slu.se

Statistics for Biologists II Statistik för biologer II The course contains anova in more complex designs and regression and correlation. The course also includes multiple regression, non-linear and logistic regression, covariance analysis and analysis of frequency data. Outputs from the SAS computer package are used to illustrate various topics. Application code SLU-SLU-20066 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 7,5 HEC basic statistics including analysis of variance. Additional information The course is mainly intended for graduate students, but it may be taken by other students in the later part of their studies. Replaces the course MS0028. Course organiser Ulf Olsson Tel: +46-18-671701 Fax: +46E-mail: ulf.olsson@ekon.slu.se

RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Rurality, Livelihood and Gender Rurality, Livelihood and Gender This course provides the practical tools for analysing rural livelihoods within a gender and development perspective. The course aims to provide an overview of the food security and social security situation of rural livelihoods, partly drawing on gender analysis. It elaborates on the interrelations between rural and urban, farm and non-farm strategies in building household livelihoods. The focus is on low-income countries and marginal areas of production and livelihoods, particularly regions in Asia and subSaharan Africa that are affected by poverty. The course addresses the interconnections between rural development, gender and technology, institutions, food security, social security and poverty. Students will learn how to describe and critically

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discuss, amongst others, dominant policies and programmes in rural development, people’s motivations and livelihood strategies and gender and development theory.

Sustainable natural resource management Sustainable natural resource management

Application code SLU-SLU-20107 Credits 15 HEC Subject Agricultural Science, Rural Development Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC within social or natural sciences, of which 90 HEC within a particular major. Knowledge equivalent to English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS. Course organiser Emil Sandström Tel: +46-18-672858 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Emil.Sandström@sol.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-20103 Credits 5 HEC Subject Rural Development, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC within social or natural sciences, of which 90 HEC within a particular major. Knowledge equivalent to English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS. Course organiser Emil Sandström Tel: +46-18-672858 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Emil.Sandstrom@sol.slu.se

Philosophy of Science and Interlinked Research Methods Philosophy of Science and Interlinked Research Methods Application code SLU-SLU-10207 Credits 30 HEC Subject Rural Development, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 120 HEC within social or natural sciences, of which 90 HEC within a particular major. Knowledge equivalent to English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS.

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Research Methods Research Methods Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme This course provides students with knowledge and skills on how to conduct research. The course is suitable for any student in the process of preparing to write up their thesis, or planning to conduct fieldwork or for someone interested in learning more about conducting research. The course topics cover study design, statistical analysis and the use of qualitative methods for data collection and analysis. The acquisition of these skills enables students to interrogate the relationship between a research question and the reasoning for the choice of methods. The course comprises lectures particularly focussing on statistical analysis, discourse analysis, surveys, and interviews. Practical field exercises, case studies, as well as small project work, will provide students with an array of examples and experiences. Ethical questions in connection with field work especially when conducting studies within society is also highlighted in this course. Application code SLU-SLU-10205 Credits 15 HEC Subject Rural Development, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 120 HEC within social or natural sciences, of which 90 HEC within a particular major. Students are required to have successfully completed the course LU0004 Tools and Methods for Stakeholder Facilitation, 10 HEC and Project management 5 HEC or the equivalent. Knowledge equivalent to English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS. Course organiser Örjan Bartholdson Tel: +46-18-673395 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Orjan.Bartholdson@sol.slu.se

SOIL SCIENCE

Soil and Water Chemistry Soil and Water Chemistry This course provides students with knowledge of how basic chemical theory can be applied in dif-

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In this course we will critically explore different natural resource management dilemmas by the use of different theoretical perspectives from political science, sociology and systems ecology. The course introduces the students to discussions of various natural resource problems aiming at providing rich insights into the social, ecological and political nature of natural resource use and its distributional outcomes. The course discusses questions like e.g.; what kinds of implications will peak oil have on rural people’s opportunities to access natural resources? What kinds of consequences may international agreements on carbon trade have on rural livelihoods and the way people manage natural resources? Key themes of the course include the dialectics of human and nature; economics and ecology; and the politics of ecology and ecology of politics.

The course gives students a basic understanding of the different ways in which control and access over natural resources are collectively organised, and the different social, economical and ecological barriers and opportunities for sustainable governance existing in practice. With this course students are able to gain more in-depth knowledge of problems related to the governance of human action in natural resource management. The course will cover the dominant theoretical paradigms concerning governance of natural resources and will enable students to reflect and use these in class discussions and individual and group exercises. Students will need to evaluate and critically discuss, causes for success and failure of collective action. But they will also need to understand and describe how control and access over natural resources is collectively organised The exercises will draw from examples taken from case studies coming from different contexts in Sweden and abroad.

Course organiser Örjan Bartholdson Tel: +46-18-673395 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Orjan.Bartholdson@sol.slu.se

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Application code SLU-SLU-10210 Credits 15 HEC Subject Rural Development Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC within social or natural sciences, of which 90 HEC within a particular major. Knowledge equivalent to English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS. Course organiser Linley Chiwona-Karltun Tel: +46-18-672757 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Linley.Chiwona.Karltun@sol.slu.se

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ferent types of soil and water systems. This equips them with tools to solve problems they may encounter in the future, e.g. environmental risk assessment, environmental monitoring or providing advice on plant nutrition issues.Teaching takes the form of lectures, calculation and computer exercises, laboratory practicals and seminars. The course deals with the structure of solid soil components, solubility of various mineral phases, sorption of ions and organic compounds to soil and sediment materials, complex formation of metals in natural systems, redox processes, and acidification of soils and waters. Students also receive training in the use of modern computer based geochemical models, with applications in the field of agriculture, forestry and environmental research. Application code SLU-SLU-20089 Credits 10 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 10 HEC in Soil Science or Geoscience. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Dan Berggren Kleja Tel: +46-18-672469 Fax: +46-18-673470 E-mail: Dan.Berggren@mark.slu.se

Water and solute transport in the soilplant-system Water and solute transport in the soil-plantsystem The overall objective of the course is to provide students with deeper knowledge of the most important processes controlling water, energy and element flows in the soil-plant-atmosphere system. Special emphasis is placed on understanding dynamic processes and interchanges between different parts of the system, and on the ability to carry out simulations through numerical modelling of the system and the component processes. The models are used to quantify water and solute flows and to analyse interactions between the processes and factors that control flows and stores in the system, and to understand and analyse the temporal dynamics of different flows. The computer exercises include examples from various ecosystems/cropping systems, urban soils and various climates. In a mini-project, students get “hands-on” experience in solving a practical soil and water related problem. Application code SLU-SLU-10180 Credits 10 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science

Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 10 HEC in Soil Science or Geoscience, alternatively at least 10 HEC in Biology and at least 15 HEC in Chemistry and at least 20 HEC Soil Science or Geoscience. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Lisbet Lewan Tel: +46-18-672629 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: Lisbet.Lewan@mark.slu.se

Soils of the World Världens jordmåner This course deals with the most important soils found in different parts of the world.Variations in soil properties world-wide are the result of differences in climatic conditions, duration of development period and nature of the parent material. The course provides knowledge of soil morphology, soil pedogenesis, the most important properties of soils and how these affect land use. The course also includes exercises in soil classification according to the ’World Reference Base for Soil Resources’. Knowledge about international soil classification is important in communicating and accessing information on soils when working in an international environment. Another important part of the course comprises soil studies in the field. Application code SLU-SLU-10175 Credits 5 HEC Subject Soil Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 10 GEC in Biology and at least 15 HEC in Chemistry and at least 20 HEC in Soil Science or Geoscience. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 30 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Jan Eriksson Tel: +46-18-671271 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: Jan.Eriksson@mark.slu.se

Water management, soil conservation and land evaluation Hydroteknik, markvård och markevaluering The water and soil resources of the world are currently being intensively used and in many cases misused. There is no doubt about the need for more efficient use of these resources, but the problems involved and technologies required to achieve such efficient use are complex. There is an increasing demand for specialists who understand the complex role of water in the natural environment and who can identify solutions and suggest appropriate management strategies. This course treats water resource issues at scales ranging from local to global level. It looks at several aspects of water problems, including human and environmental impacts, from both a quantitative and qualitative perspective, and provides a basic understanding of problems and management tools available for moving towards solutions. Topics included in the course are methods for collecting geographical data, GIS, hydromechanics, erosion, irrigation and drainage, soil conservation, land evaluation and project management. Application code SLU-SLU-10178 Credits 10 HEC Subject Soil Science, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-07/11/10, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 10 HEC in Biology and at least 15 HEC in Chemistry and at least 20 HEC in Soil Science or Geoscience. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 30 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Abraham Joel Tel: +46-18-672923 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: Abraham.Joel@mark.slu.se

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present your work for the other students and teachers. At the end of the course, you shall present your project in a seminar and you will also serve as opponent for the presentation of the work of another student. The written work produced will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon) and will be checked for plagiarism with the system Urkund.

Geographic Analysis (using GIS and other tools) II Geografisk analys (med GIS och andra verktyg) II The course advances the usage of geographical information systems (GIS) as a tool for planning, implementing, and presenting projects of spatial and temporal dimensions. It focuses on systems and processes that may be referenced to the earth, although its principles are applicable to any coordinate system. Upon analysing such systems and processes, it adds programming and customisation to basic GIS usage and spatial analysis. Applied on vectorized as well as rasterized information, the course contains elements of spatial analysis, spatial modelling, design of macro tools (ArcObjects), and workflow documentation.

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The course advances the usage of geographical information systems (GIS) as a tool for planning, implementing, and presenting projects of spatial and temporal dimensions. It focuses on systems and processes that may be referenced to the earth, although its principles are applicable to any coordinate system. Upon analysing such systems and processes, it adds programming and customisation to basic GIS usage and spatial analysis. Applied on vectorized as well as rasterized information, the course contains elements of spatial analysis, spatial modelling, design of macro tools (ArcObjects), and workflow documentation. Application code SLU-SLU-20164 Credits 5 HEC Subject Technique, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to university studies 120 HEC whereof 90 HEC in any subject. Geographical Information Systems, 5 HEC, should be included. Course organiser Tomas Thierfelder Tel: +46-18-671793 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tomas.Thierfelder@et.slu.se

Appropriate Technologies for Developing Countries U-landsteknik The objective of the course is to provide indepth knowledge and understanding of various technologies in developing countries with special emphasis on rural sector in energy and food production systems as well as resource conservation in developing countries in relation to local conditions with particular attention on small scale farming and industry. It is intended to stimulate students to raise their ability to perform individual and group work and communicate and report both orally and in a written form. The course comprises of lecture, laboratory, group work and project work, and about 30% of the course is project. The course addresses the following subjects: Socio-economic aspects, Land use and management, Technology transfer, Research methods, Farming systems, Mechanization on different levels, Draught animal power, Energy and various energy sources, Animal housing, Storage and processing, Waste management and biogas, Transport and Rural logistics. Application code SLU-SLU-20083 Credits 5 HEC Subject Rural Development, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Environmental Science or Technology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Lecturers are mainly international and national experts who have rich experience in developing countries. Course organiser Girma Gebresenbet Tel: +46-18-671901, 070-6836676 Fax: +46-18-67 35 29 E-mail: Girma.Gebresenbet@et.slu.se

Biological Waste Recycling Biologiskt avfall i kretslopp A sustainable society can not be achieved without sustainable food production. This requires recycling of the plant nutrients contained in waste and wastewater back to the crop production, instead of the linear flow today where the mineral fertilisers used finally ends up in water, causing eutrophication, or in landfills. In this course you acquire knowledge needed for playing an

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Application code SLU-SLU-10174 Credits 30 HEC Subject Soil Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Soil Science. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Ingmar Messing Tel: +46-18-671173 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: ingmar.messing@mark.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-20081 Credits 5 HEC Subject Technique, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to university studies 120 HEC whereof 90 HEC in any subject. Geographical Information Systems, 5 HEC, should be included. Course organiser Tomas Thierfelder Tel: +46-18-671793 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tomas.Thierfelder@et.slu.se

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important role in implementing a more sustainable society. The focus of the course is collection, handling and treatment of urban biological waste (kitchen waste, urine, faeces etc.) to enable safe and resource efficient recycling. You will learn about composting, biogas (anaerobic digestion), source separating and onsite sanitation systems. You will learn to design recycling systems based on these processes and compare their performance regarding environmental and reuse aspects. Application code SLU-SLU-20084 Credits 10 HEC Subject Environmental Science, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 08/11/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including at least 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Environmental Science or Technology. At least 10 HEC in Biology and at least 10 HEC in Chemistry must be included. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 15 HEC in Biology, 15 HEC in Chemistry and 15 HEC in Soil Science or Geology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Håkan Jönsson Tel: +46-18-671886 Fax: +46-18-67 35 29 E-mail: Hakan.Jonsson@et.slu.se

Independent project/degree project in technology E Självständigt arbete i teknologi E In order to be accepted for the course, you should agree with the Department of Energy and Technology the choice of a supervisor(s), title and content of your work. The course includes some compulsory general lectures or seminars on oral presentation methodology, methods for literature search and scientific theory. You will apply this knowledge when you prepare your own work and when writing and presenting your own report. At the end of the course, you will present orally your own work as well as act as opponent on somebody else report. Your report will be published within the ëEpsilon’ system for electronic publishing at SLU and checked for plagiarism using ëUrkund’ system. Application code SLU-SLU-10147 Credits 30 HEC Subject Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala

Time 30/08/10-16/01/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Technology. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme. Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Alfredo de Toro Tel: +46-18-671846 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Alfredo.de.Toro@et..slu.se

in any subject within natural, engineering or social sciences. Equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Hans Liljenström Tel: +46-18-671728 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Hans.Liljenstrom@et.slu.se

Systems analysis for sustainable development Systemanalys för hållbar utveckling Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Systems analysis is used for describing and analysing problems within many different disciplines. This course is intended to provide basic understanding of different systems in nature and society and how they may interact in a sustainable development. In particular, you will learn how different types of systems and processes can be analyzed and modelled with tools of systems analysis. Different methods of systems analysis will be discussed, together with principles for model building and assessment. In computer exercises, you will build, simulate and analyse different types of models. There is also an aim for understanding relations between structure and behaviour of a system. General techniques, such as model fitting, sensitivity analysis and optimisation are treated and practiced in the computer exercises. A special focus is on human effects on environment and climate, and how these effects can be minimized for a sustainable development. Application code SLU-SLU-20082 Credits 5 HEC Subject Environmental Science, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 13/12/10-16/01/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 ECTS including 90 ECTS

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Spring 2011 AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

The course starts out from the assumption that collaboration between people of different knowledge backgrounds and experiences are required to improve problematic situations. The aim is to give a broad competence in supporting, planning and managing collaborative development and research work in complex contexts such as agriculture. The students will study, experience and train collaboration, project management and process facilitation between stakeholders from related areas.

Scientific Methods, Tools and Thesis Writing Scientific Methods, Tools and Thesis Writing Students taking this course will prepare to do fieldwork research. The task is to learn to choose a research approach and methods that fits the area of interest and the questions asked. Also, the course contains planning the process, how to

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BIOLOGY – BOTANY

Applied Plant Biotechnology Applied Plant Biotechnology The course aims at giving theoretical and practical knowledge in plant tissue culture, especially shoot and root formation, genetic transformation and different molecular biological methods that are used for improvement of agricultural and horticultural crops. Case studies provide the students possibilities to solve various problems using the knowledge they have learnt from the course. After having gone through the course, the students should have better theoretical and practical knowledge in tissue culture and genetic transformation, and have better understanding in using different molecular biological methods and applications of biotechnology in plant breeding. Application code SLU-SLU-30286 Credits 15 HEC

Insect Chemical Ecology Insect Chemical Ecology The main objective of the course is to give the students a broad knowledge of chemical ecology. Focus will be on: The impact of chemical stimuli on insect behaviour, function of smell and taste in insects, evolutionary aspects, behaviorally active chemicals, chemical analyses and the use of behaviorally active compounds in plant protection. Application code SLU-SLU-30289 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Chemistry Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Courses corresponding to 120 HEC of which at least 90 HEC in Biology. Course organiser Peter Anderson Tel: +46-40-415299 Fax: +46-40-462166 E-mail: peter.anderson@ltj.slu.se

Alnarp

Application code SLU-SLU-30225 Credits 15 HEC Subject Agricultural Science, Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, including 90 HEC in Social or Natural Science, and English B. Additional information Compulsory: In group and individual: 40h (part of seminars and exercises and field work) Course organiser Lena Ekelund Tel: +46-40-415079 Fax: +46-40-415504 E-mail: Lena.Ekelund@ltj.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-40113 Credits 15 HEC Subject Agricultural Science, Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to 120 HEC, including BScthesis, and English B. Additional information Compulsory: In group 20 h (part of workshops, exercises) Individual 20 h (excursions) Course organiser Christina Kolstrup Tel: +46-40-415494 Fax: +46-40-415504 E-mail: Christina.Kolstrup@ltj.slu.se

Subject Biology, Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Courses corresponding to 120 HEC of which at least 90 HEC in Biology and 15 HEC in Chemistry. Course organiser Li-Hua Zhu Tel: +46-40-415373 Fax: +46-40-415353 E-mail: Li-Hua.Zhu@ltj.slu.se

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Project Management and Process Facilitation Project Management and Process Facilitation

retrieve and handle data, analysis of material and ideas, writing and revising the material. This course is part of the Agroecology Master, focuses on this subject area and the master thesis work of the students is used as their ’case study’.

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BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

Degree Project for MSc Thesis in Horticulture Examensarbete inom Hortonomprogrammet, 30 hp

Alnarp

Spring 2011

Degree Project for students at master’s level, also open for students other than the Horticultural Science Programme at SLU. Application code SLU-SLU-30287 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills corresponding to 180 HEC at bachelor level including at least 15 HEC independent work, at least 30 HEC in biology at masters level. Additional information The course is given in MSc in Horticulture programme (admission to DSH). The course can be examinated either by 5/4/3/U marking scale or after ECTS scale. The student is responsbile for adding the passed version of the project in Epsilon. Course organiser Björn Salomon Tel: +46-40-415528 E-mail: bjorn.salomon@ltj.slu.se

Applied Crop Physiology Applied Crop Physiology The aim of the course is to give students advanced knowledge on ecophysiology and applied physiology of horticulture crops and be able to give an account for production measures and environmental effects on production physiology, as well as give advances knowledge of harvest and postharvest aspects on horticultural crops. Topics such as control of vigour and shaping of plants, management of fertilization and irrigation, effects of biotic and abiotic stresses on growth and development, fruit/seed/vegetative organ development, effects of pre-harvest factors on internal quality, maturation, ripening and harvest assessment, processes and interaction in cultivated soil, substrate and water.The main teaching method will be case studies supported by lectures, exercises and excursions. Application code SLU-SLU-40150 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime

Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, including 90 HEC in Biology or Horticultural Science, 15 HEC in Plant Physiology and English B. Course organiser Hans Lindqvist Tel: +46-40-415357 E-mail: Hans.Lindqvist@ltj.slu.se

FOREST MANAGEMENT

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30061 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30062 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: Degree of BSc and at least 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

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FOREST SCIENCE

Broadleaves: Ecology, Nature Conservation, Silviculture Broadleaves: Ecology, Nature Conservation, Silviculture

National and International Forest Policy National and International Forest Policy The course has two primary objectives: (1) to provide a wide perspective beyond traditional forestry disciplines by examining interactions between forests and society, and (2) to compare forest policies and approaches to forest management in some countries, especially those in the Baltic region. After completing the course, students should be able to:

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HORTICULTURAL SCIENCE

Degree Project for MSc Thesis in Horticulture Examensarbete inom Hortonomprogrammet, 30 hp Degree Project for students at master’s level, also open for students other than the Horticultural Science Programme at SLU. Application code SLU-SLU-30288 Credits 30 HEC Subject Horticultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills corresponding to 180 HEC at bachelor level including at least 15 HEC independent work, at least 30 HEC in horticultural science at masters level. Additional information The course is given in MSc in Horticulture programme (admission to DSH). The course

LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE

Design Project – Site, Concept and Theory Design Project – Site, Concept and Theory The focus of this course is on the design process in landscape architecture and planning. It spans the intricate interplay from concept development, via design theory to sketch proposals. The course is based on one or several real design tasks in different kinds of landscapes. Through these design tasks specific and general questions on the design of landscape architecture will be discussed together with the theory of landscape design. Inspiration comes from historical and professional examples in landscape architecture as well as contemporary scientific and practice orientated fields of design and architecture. The course participants will also be encouraged to seek inspiration from different fields such as architecture, painting, sculpture, music, dance and theatre. The participants are encouraged to experimentally develop and appraise different individual design methods. Application code SLU-SLU-30248 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in the subject area Architecture/ Design, Spatial Planning, or equivalent, and English B Additional information Gives skills training points. Course organiser Carola Wingren Tel: +46-40-415161 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: carola.wingren@ltj.slu.se

Dynamic Vegetation Design Dynamic Vegetation Design The course is intended for fourth to fifth year students of landscape architecture, architecture, or related programmes.The main objective of the course is to give the students the ability to design and construct viable biotopes for gardens, public

Alnarp

Application code SLU-SLU-40003 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information On request, exchange students will be graded according to the ECTS scale. Course organiser Jörg Brunet Tel: +46-40-415184 Fax: +46-40462325 E-mail: Jorg.Brunet@ess.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-30021 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information Requirements for achieving various grades are provided in a detailed syllabus attached to the course plan. Updated information about grading criteria must be available at latest in the time of the course start. Course organiser Vilis Brukas Tel: +46-40-415198 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: Vilis.Brukas@ess.slu.se

can be examinated either by 5/4/3/U marking scale or after ECTS scale. The student is responsbile for adding the passed version of the project in Epsilon. Course organiser Björn Salomon Tel: +46-40-415528 E-mail: bjorn.salomon@ltj.slu.se

Spring 2011

The course will give a broad view of the status of and the future for the broadleaved forest in the southern Baltic region. The focus is on ecology, nature conservation silviculture, and use of timber. The species ecological niches, regeneration strategies and regeneration biology are important issues, as is current research concerning nature conservation of broadleaved species. Species specific silviculture from establishment to regeneration is studied, including silvicultural goals in relation to the timer market and to wood properties. Great emphasis is on differences and similarities between different countries concerning silviculture, forest history and natural disturbances. The impact of modern forestry on biological diversity is discussed together with measures and strategies to preserve the rich flora and fauna connected to the noble broadleaved forest. The course will also give the student some knowledge of identification of important key species and threatened species.

– Recognise regional, European and global forestry structures, including resources, actors and processes – Carry out comparative analyses of national and international forest policies and economic systems – Apply political and economic theories to analyse national and international forest policy issues and processes – Debate forest policy and economic issues in an international context, advocate own viewpoints – Write reflective and creative essays in English

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Spring 2011

open spaces and recreational areas on the urban fringe. On completion of this course, the students will: – Have deepened insights concerning a selected number of environmentally interesting natural and cultural landscape biotopes as well as biological and spatial systems. – Have the ability to view an individual biotope in its landscape ecological system perspective and treat it from a ’sustainable development’ point of view. Application code SLU-SLU-40135 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or 2 years’ of courses in the Landscape Engineer Programme or Horticultural Management Programme (design) and English B Course organiser Roland Gustavsson Tel: +46-40-415412 Fax: +46-40-415089 E-mail: roland.gustavsson@ltj.slu.se

Alnarp

Master Project in Landscape Architecture Examensarbete i landskapsarkitektur This is a master degree project or thesis course where the student should show a capacity to apply the skills and knowledge acquired during their studies by independently dealing with an assignment during a specific time frame. The student chooses the theme for his or her work and formulates with supervisor support a work plan for carrying out the project. The course includes a start-up seminar and ends with an individual presentation seminar and the examination of the material handed in by the student. Application code SLU-SLU-30243 Credits 30 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 30 HEC at advanced level in the main subject of Landscape Architecture and the equivalent of a bachelor degree in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Planning, alternatively 180 HEC from the Landscape Architect programme, and English B.

Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

LANDSCAPE PLANNING

Advanced Digital Landscape Analysis with GIS Advanced Digital Landscape Analysis with GIS The course works in partnership with current research projects to offer large amounts of realistic supporting data for student projects, which can be carried out individually or in groups.The objective is for the students to look for new angles of approach in analysis and presentation of the material.The work will also include classical analyses such as sight analysis and analyses prior to wind power establishments. In addition to a number of thematic and general lectures on data and analytical methods, the researchers from the various research projects will also provide subject-specific lectures. Emphasis is placed on the theory of landscape analysis and the theory of digital methods and techniques associated with GIS.The course concludes with a poster display of the students’ projects. Application code SLU-SLU-30254 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in the subject area Architecture, Spatial Planning, Geography, Archeology or equivalent, and English B. Additional information Pre-knowledge in GIS is recommended. A self study course is offered by the responsible department. Course organiser Lars GB Andersson Tel: +46-40-415459 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: lars.andersson@ltj.slu.se

Digital Landscape Visualisation Digital Landscape Visualisation The aim of the course is to provide training in different methods for landscape visualisation in landscape design and planning and, through a range of examples and references, create a broad understanding of the possibilities and limitations of digital visualisation within landscape architecture and spatial planning. After having completed the course, the student should:

– be able to use digital tools for 3D modelling, picture editing and presentation in order to allow the landscape to be visualised in different stages of the design and planning process. – have a basic understanding of the technology behind 3D modelling and digital pictures – have good theoretical knowledge of visual communication – have up-to-date knowledge of how digital tools are used for visualising the landscape nationally and internationally – be able to critically appraise the use of digital tools for visualising the landscape Application code SLU-SLU-40131 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in the subject area Architecture, Spatial Planning, Geography or equivalent, and English B. Additional information Good computer skills and basic knowledge of CAD are strongly recommended Course organiser Anders Westin Tel: +46-40-415510 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: anders.westin@ltj.slu.se

Landscape in transition – impacts of and adoptation to climate change Landskap i förändring – effekter av och anpassningar till klimatförändringar After the course the student should be able to: – explain links between global and climate change – foresee possible direct and indirect effects of climate change in the landscape – use the concepts of risk, vulnerability, and resilience – describe national and international structures for sharing responsibility and taking action towards adaptation to climate change – solve problems in relation to adaptation to climate change and collaborate in settings of mixed professional backgrounds Application code SLU-SLU-30255 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning, Biology, Forest Science, or in the subject area Architecture, Spatial Planning, Geography or equivalent, and English B.

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Course organiser Kristina Blennow Tel: +46-40-415230 Fax: +46-40-465442

Landscape Theory in Architectural and Planning Practice Landscape Theory in Architectural and Planning Practice

Integrated Landscape Management Integrated Landscape Management The course discusses and reflects on the concept of landscape management, applying the European Landscape Convention’s definition and scope of ëlandscape’ in studies of the multifunctional use of agricultural and forestry landscapes. The emphasis is on studies of vegetation structures and other aspects in order to read and understand the landscape. The course is addressing the integration of character, history, ecology, recreation, social and pedagogic values in the landscape management. The dynamics of natural and cultural processes are studied and discussed, as well as policies and steering tools for forestry and agriculture. The design of management plans is an important part of the course. Application code SLU-SLU-30258 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Application code SLU-SLU-30242 Credits 30 HEC Subject Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Approved courses covering at least 60 HEC from the Urban Landscape Dynamics programme and English B. Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

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TECHNOLOGY

Work Science – Applied Work Science Work Science – Applied Work Science The course provides an applied and in-depth knowledge to the subject of work science. Work science is an umbrella term for knowledge necessary to adapt technology, the environment and work to suit people’s biological, physiological, psychological, social and cultural circumstances. The course constitutes of an in-depth scientific study with the opportunity to specialise within selected subject area in work science. Application code SLU-SLU-30231 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Technology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 25% Prerequisites The equivalent of general entrance requirements for higher education studies and 7.5 HEC courses in Work Science and English A. Additional information The course is provided as a distance learning course at 25% rate. The study is carried out at home. As regards restricting the number of events, see the combined regulations for education at SLU. Course organiser Kerstin Nilsson Tel: +46-40-415497 Fax: +46-40-415504 E-mail: Kerstin.Nilsson@ltj.slu.se

Work Science – Work, Health and Leadership Work Science – Work, Health and Leadership The course provides an introduction to the subject of work science. Work science is an umbrella term for knowledge necessary to adapt technology, the environment and work to suit people’s

Alnarp

Application code SLU-SLU-40132 Credits 15 HEC Subject Landscape Planning Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in one of the subject areas Architecture, Spatial Planning, Geography, and English B. Course organiser Kenneth Olwig Tel: +46-40-415419 Fax: +46-40-415426 E-mail: kenneth.olwig@ltj.slu.se

Degree Project in the Masterprogramme Urban Landscape Dynamics Degree Project in the Masterprogramme Urban Landscape Dynamics

Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 30 HEC at advanced level in the main subject of Landscape Planning and the equivalent of a bachelor degree in Landscape Architecture or Landscape Planning, alternatively 180 HEC from the Landscape Architect programme, and English B. Course organiser Gunilla Lindholm Tel: +46-40-415429 Fax: +46-40-465442 E-mail: gunilla.lindholm@ltj.slu.se

Spring 2011

Intended for forth to fifth year students, this course seeks to develop insight into critical ideas that can guide the thought and practice of the landscape architect and planner. By linking together, and contrasting, perspectives taken from the social and natural sciences and the humanities, the course seeks to develop a comprehensive understanding of landscape architecture and planning practice as related to practical examples linking at the level of the region, the municipality and the local environment.

Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC, of which 90 HEC in the main areas Landscape Architecture, Landscape Planning or in one of the subject areas Biology, Architecture, Spatial Planning, Geography, Archaeology or alternatively 2 years’ of courses in the Forestry, Agronomy, Landscape Engineer, Agricultural and Rural Management or Forest Management programme and English B Course organiser Christine Haaland Tel: +46-40-415090 Fax: +46-40-415089 E-mail: christine.haaland@ltj.slu.se

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Spring 2011

biological, physiological, psychological, social and cultural circumstances. The course is divided into the following subject areas: Introduction to work science, Psychosocial and organisational environment, Physical environment, Information and interaction in technical systems, Methods and design processes, Economic and legal conditions. National and international research with relevance for the subject area will be discussed. Application code SLU-SLU-30232 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Technology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Alnarp Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 25% Prerequisites The equivalent of general entrance requirements for higher education studies and English A. Additional information The course is provided as a distance learning course at 25% rate. Studies are carried out at home through reading the literature, responding to study assignments and completing exercises. As regards restricting the number of events, see the combined regulations for education at SLU. Course organiser Kerstin Nilsson Tel: +46-40-415497 Fax: +46-40-415504 E-mail: Kerstin.Nilsson@ltj.slu.se

BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Skinnskatteberg Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC in Forest Science including 90 HEC Biology or 120 HEC in Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information Approved demands according to above. The examiner approves the thesis when it fulfils the scientific and reporting requirements. Course organiser Per Angelstam Tel: +46-222-34971 Fax: +46-222-34970 E-mail: per.angelstam@smsk.slu.se

FOREST SCIENCE

Infrastructures for sustainable forest landscape management Infrastructures for sustainable forest landscape management The aim of the course is to provide a deeper knowledge in Sustainable Forest Management (SFM). After the course the student should: – Have good knowledge of the sustainable forest management (SFM) concept’s economic, ecological and socio-cultural dimensions as described in national and international policies – Have good knowledge about sustainable infrastructure management concerning harvesting and transporting wood under different biophysical, economic and societal conditions, protection, management and restoration of functional habitat networks, and of streams and the riparian landscape – Have good knowledge about how different wood and non-wood forest products can be produced using different forest management regimes at stand, stakeholder, landscape and regional level – Have understanding of the similarities and dissimilarities among countries concerning forest history, governance systems and biophysical conditions and disturbance regimes along with the products that could be produced within a sustainable development perspective – Have insight into different developing arenas for good governance of all dimensions of SFM, and resolving conflicts to facilitate the development of SFM, and knowledge of the range of actors involved with defining and implementing SFM policies – Have insight and practice to structure, plan, design, manage and present projects along with practice in communication and meetings with different employer categories

Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Skinnskatteberg Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equvalent of: 90 HEC in Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology. Course organiser Johan Törnblom Tel: +46-70-233 09 78 Fax: +46-222-349 70 E-mail: johan.tornblom@smsk.slu.se

BIOLOGY – BOTANY

Biology and Biotechnology in Forest Production Systems Biology and Biotechnology in Forest Production Systems The course describes techniques enabling maximum use of the biological potential of genetically improved organisms. This part includes somatic embryogenesis, plantation establishment and optimization of conditions for cultivation of genetically improved seedlings. The course provides knowledge of the wood raw material as such, and the potential for an optimal production of forest trees from a biological and biotechnical perspective. The course covers wood formation, wood cell wall-biosynthesis, -chemistry, -ultrastructure and their relation to mechanical and industrial use. The course provides knowledge about biotechnical applications in wood production and post harvest modifications, and the prospects of new fiber based products. The course also provides theory and practice in state of the art technology for analysis of wood and fiber and their properties. Application code SLU-SLU-40002 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology whereof 7.5 HEC Cell biology and 15 HEC Chemistry and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Ewa Mellerowicz Tel: +46-90-7868367 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Ewa.Mellerowicz@genfys.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-30283

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BIOLOGY – ECOLOGY

Fish and Wildlife Management Fish and Wildlife Management The course is focused on principles for management of wildlife and fish populations. During the course, students will gain advanced knowledge of population biology and habitat management, and how that knowledge can be practically applied in different management situations. An central part of the course is deepened insights in development of management systems. After the course the participants shall be able to analyse the management process for fish and wildlife populations and have insights on demands on the different parts included in the management process.

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel

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Application code SLU-SLU-30083 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Biology and at least 30 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer

Bachelor degree thesis in biology, Dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental studies C Examensarbete i biologi vid institutionen för Vilt, Fisk och Miljö C After completing the thesis the student shall be able to: – use previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem within a given time – discover and formulate a problem, collect relevant data, and scientifically analyse and discuss data – write a report in a correct, well structured and interesting way, and orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30066 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 60 HEC in Biology. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information A work plan must be written and approved before the thesis work can start. The thesis may be written in English or in Swedish. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Umeå

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel

score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. Other course literature is determined by the responsible teacher. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU”. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Anders Jäderlund Tel: +46-90-7868466 Fax: +46-90-7868163 E-mail: Anders.Jaderlund@svek.slu.se

Spring 2011

Application code SLU-SLU-40001 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science, including 15 HEC Ecology, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser John P. Ball Tel: +46-90-7868418 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: John.Ball@vfm.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-30082 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalence to 15 HEC Biology advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. Other course literature is determined by the responsible teacher. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU”. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Anders Jäderlund Tel: +46-90-7868466 Fax: +46-90-7868163 E-mail: Anders.Jaderlund@svek.slu.se

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Bachelor degree thesis in biology, Dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental studies C Examensarbete i biologi vid institutionen för Vilt, Fisk och Miljö C

Umeå

Spring 2011

After completing the thesis the student shall be able to: – use previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem within a given time – discover and formulate a problem, collect relevant data, and scientifically analyse and discuss data – write a report in a correct, well structured and interesting way, and orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-40024 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 60 HEC in Biology. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information A work plan must be written and approved before the thesis work can start. The thesis may be written in English or in Swedish. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Project based advanced course at Dept. of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs vid Inst. för vilt, fisk och miljö This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-30063 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå

Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science and Englis B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Jean-Michel Roberge Tel: +46-90-7868359 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Jean-Michel.Roberge@vfm.slu.se

Project based advanced course at Dept. of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs vid Inst. för vilt, fisk och miljö This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-40023 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science and Englis B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Jean-Michel Roberge Tel: +46-90-7868359 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Jean-Michel.Roberge@vfm.slu.se

BIOLOGY – MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Breeding Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Breeding The course aims to give knowledge on biotechnological applications within agriculture and forestry, and molecular methods for breeding within these fields.

The course is divided into several sections: – genetic transformation of plants by Agrobacterium dependent and independent methods, as well as propagation through tissue culture, differences between trees and other plants with respect to regeneration and plant transformation and tissue culture methods. – plants as production systems for e.g. chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and antibodies, and how plants can be genetically engineered to contain more nutrients (Golden rice) or acquire more stress tolerance. – principles of molecular approaches to plant breeding, molecular markers, genetic maps, population genetics/studies of natural variation, and tools for the improvement of crops and trees via molecular breeding – plant biotechnology in the context of legislation on genetically modified organisms (GMO) within Sweden and EU. Application code SLU-SLU-30020 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology whereof 7.5 HEC Cell biology and 15 HEC Chemistry and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Course organiser Rosario Garcia-Gil Tel: +46-90-7868599 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: M.Rosario.Garcia@genfys.slu

BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

Human Dimensions of Fish and Wildlife Management Human Dimensions of Fish and Wildlife Management The goal of the course is that students should be very familiar with nature resource management issues, especially the fish and wildlife resource, from a modern human dimension perspective. The students should after the course be familiar with the multi- and interdisciplinary foundation of human dimensions of fish and wildlife, very familiar with the human dimensions’ of current issues in fish and wildlife management including both consumptive and non-consumptive use, have a deeper knowledge regarding why and how people value fish and wildlife, be familiar with community-related (e.g. eco-tourism) impacts on the fish and wildlife resource, be able to critically evaluate quantitative and qualitative methods used in human dimensions research, be able to

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incorporate human dimension knowledge in general forestry management with special reference to fish and wildlife, be able to judge when to consult a human dimension specialist.

Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Examensarbete i Biologi vid institutionen för vilt, fisk och miljö Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

Application code SLU-SLU-30017 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The eqivalent of 15 HEC at advanced level in Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently

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Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in-depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – aquired an in-depth ability to communication scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and being able to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30018 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Biology, and at least 15 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged.

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30095 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100% Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Biology, and at least 15 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Umeå

Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies

Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Spring 2011

Application code SLU-SLU-30016 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC whereof 90 HEC Biology or Forest Science, including 15 HEC Ecology, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Göran Ericsson Tel: +46-90-7868508 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Goran.Ericsson@vfm.slu.se

finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

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Umeå

Spring 2011

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30096 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100% Prerequisites The equivalent of 15 HEC in Biology at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-30094 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 90 HEC in Biology. If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Project based advanced course in biology at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs i biologi vid Institutionen för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur.The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-40032 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 90 HEC in Biology. If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Master thesis in Business Administration at the dept of Forest Economics Examensarbete i Företagsekonomi vid inst för skogsekonomi The work should focus on advanced level analysis and problem solving within the area of business administration and management.The optimal use of scarce resources within enterprises in the forest sector, is the core of business administration and management at the department of forest economics. The use of these resources is of special importance: Forest land, growing forests in different stages, forest roads and other infra structure including railroads and bridges, round wood stocks, forest industrial production sites such as pulp mills and saw mills, the work force and the stocks of finished products. Many important issues can be classified with respect to the time horizon: We have long term planning problems concerning investments in forest plantations, forest production, forest roads and industrial sites. Short time planning may concern the selection of harvest areas under the influence of price changes and temporary road caused by heavy rains and melting snow etc. Application code SLU-SLU-30104 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of at least 15 HEC Business Administration at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Peter Lohmander Tel: +46-90-7868380 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Peter.Lohmander@sekon.slu.se

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Master thesis in Business Administration at the dept of Forest Economics Examensarbete i Företagsekonomi vid inst för skogsekonomi

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After completing the course, the student should be able to; 1. Explain important concepts within the field of environmental monitoring 2. Apply important statistical methods, data collection methods and inventory methods 3. Describe and use some models for forecasting of environmental analyses/conditions 4. Analyse, compile and communicate an environmental analysis based on real data Application code SLU-SLU-40009 Credits 15 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC and Environmental Monitoring 7,5 HEC, Data base and Data processing 7,5 HEC, Sampling and Data Acquisition 7,5 HEC, Statistical Methotds for Environmental Analysis 7,5 HEC and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised. Course organiser Ulf Söderberg Tel: +46-90-786 82 75 Fax: +46-90E-mail: ulf.soderberg@srh.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-30098 Credits 30 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The eqivalence of Degree of BSc and 30 HEC advanced level in Environmental Sciences and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser

Sampling and Data Acquisition Sampling and Data Acquisition After completing the course the student should be able to – explain the basic concepts of sampling theory and their roles in the logical framework of the theory – construct inventory designs for monitoring and decision-making and present motivations for the designs – calculate statistics (estimated values and standard errors) with access to literature – give an account of the sampling properties and characteristics of some large-scale inventories – evaluate the quality of data sources with respect to accuracy Application code SLU-SLU-30023 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Computer Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-18/02/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, including 90 HEC environmenal science, biology, forest science, agricultural sciences, horticulture sciences, geosciences or chemistry, and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0).

Umeå

Application code SLU-SLU-30105 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: BSc thesis in Business Administration 15 HEC, 30 HEC Business Administration advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Peter Lohmander Tel: +46-90-7868380 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Peter.Lohmander@sekon.slu.se

Environmental Monitoring Analysis, Prognoses and Communication Environmental Monitoring Analysis, Prognoses and Communication

– search and collect literature or other information needed to put the work in a scientific context – analyse and discuss collected data on a scientific basis – write a report where the study is presented in a correct, interesting and linguistically good way – orally present the study at a seminar

Spring 2011

The work should focus on advanced level analysis and problem solving within the area of business administration and management.The optimal use of scarce resources within enterprises in the forest sector, is the core of business administration and management at the department of forest economics. The use of these resources is of special importance: Forest land, growing forests in different stages, forest roads and other infra structure including railroads and bridges, round wood stocks, forest industrial production sites such as pulp mills and saw mills, the work force and the stocks of finished products. Many important issues can be classified with respect to the time horizon: We have long term planning problems concerning investments in forest plantations, forest production, forest roads and industrial sites. Short time planning may concern the selection of harvest areas under the influence of price changes and temporary road caused by heavy rains and melting snow etc.

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Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised. Course organiser Torgny Lind Tel: +46-90-786 85 15 Fax: +46-90E-mail: torgny.lind@srh.slu.se

Umeå

Spring 2011

Statistical Methods for Environmental Analysis Statistical Methods for Environmental Analysis After completing the course, the student should be able to: – describe situations and data for which a certain method can be applied. – choose a correct statistical method for a given situation and motivate the choice. – design elementary field experiments – perform analyses and interpret results using statistical computer programs and draw correct conclusions of it. Application code SLU-SLU-30024 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 21/02/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC and Environmental Monitoring 7,5 HEC, Mathematical Statistics 7,5 HEC, Sampling and Data Acquisition 7,5 HEC and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information The course is a part of a coordinated first study year within the master programme “Environmental monitoring and assessment”. The courses within this study year shall give an introduction to environmental monitoring and assessment, the necessary tools needed to handle environmental data, and training to conduct analyses and prognoses. Case-studies will form a recurring theme where data from SLU:s ongoing monitor programmes is utilised. Course organiser Torgny Lind Tel: +46-90-786 85 15 Fax: +46-90E-mail: torgny.lind@srh.slu.se

FOREST MANAGEMENT

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Ecology and Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30084 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 15 HEC Forest Management advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Ecology and Silviculture. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-7868470 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Ecology and Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30085 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Degree of BSc in Forest Management/Forest Science, and at least 30 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Ecology and Silviculture. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-7868470 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

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Application code SLU-SLU-30022 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The eqivalence of Degree of BSc and 30 HEC advanced level in Forest Science/Forest Management and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 /

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Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30099 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 15 HEC advanced level in Forest Management and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged.

Master thesis in Forest Managment at the dept of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30097 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100% Prerequisites The equivalent of 15 HEC in Forest Managment at advances level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Anders Fries Tel: +46-90-7868368 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Anders.Fries@genfys.slu.se

Umeå

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Resource Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skoglig resurshushållning

Course organiser Dag Fjeld Tel: +46-90-7868479 Fax: +46-90-778116 E-mail: dag.fjeld@srh.slu.se

Spring 2011

Application code SLU-SLU-30106 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of at least 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Sören Wibe Tel: +46-90-7868250 Fax: +46-907868164 E-mail: Soren.Wibe@sekon.slu.se

Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser

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FOREST SCIENCE

Umeå

Spring 2011

Conservation Biology Conservation Biology Building on basic ecological theory, this course provides in-depth knowledge of the field of conservation biology with a specific focus on application to solve critical issues in modern forestry. After finishing the course the student should be able to: – describe conservation biology as a topic with respect to its history and different fields, explain its ecological foundation, and demonstrate how it can be applied in modern forestry – define and quantify biodiversity, design studies within conservation biology, and be able to apply and critically evaluate methods and tools within the topic – describe the natural conditions and processes in northern forests, evaluate how anthropogenic disturbances have affected forest biodiversity, and propose and motivate appropriate conservation and restoration approaches – acquire, discuss and critically evaluate scientific literature within the field of conservation biology, and present this knowledge in both written and oral forms. Application code SLU-SLU-30019 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 21/02/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC, with 90 HEC in biology or forest science and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Jean-Michel Roberge Tel: +46-90-7868359 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Jean-Michel.Roberge@vfm.slu.se

Faunistics of Forest Animals Faunistics of Forest Animals This course will give the students knowledge in systematics and taxonomy of the different animals that occur in the Swedish forests. They will also learn the biology and ecology about the most commonly occuring species and orders in the forests, and how to identify them. The course also include sampling techniques for studies of different kinds animals in forest environments. Application code SLU-SLU-30067 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English

Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-29/04/11, 35% Prerequisites The equivalent of: 30 HEC in Forest Science or in Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The course is offered as an evening course at 25% speed during semester period 3A4A (January-April). The scheduled time correspond to ca 45 hours during one or two evenings each week. Course organiser Roger Pettersson Tel: +46-90-7868261 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Roger.Pettersson@vfm.slu.se

Forest Vegetation Ecology Forest Vegetation Ecology During the initial parts of the course, “Vegetation history” and “Function and processes in forest ecosystems”, we want to give you an understanding of long-term and short-term vegetation changes over time, and insight into the very complex interactions that are common in most forest ecosystems. In the third part of the course, “Conservation biology” we want to show how this knowledge can be used in work concerning nature conservation and biodiversity issues. A superior objective is also to give you skills and training in performing oral and written presentations. We try to achieve this by giving you constructive comments on reports and presentations that you produce. You will also perform an ecological project during the course – from the initial planning until the final report. This course will need a lot of time and dedication from your part. On the other hand you will achieve knowledge that will be a good complement to what you have learned on other ecology courses. Application code SLU-SLU-30086 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-18/02/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC Forest Science or Biology including 15 HEC Ecology (G2F) and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Additional information The ability of the student to understand and draw conclusions based on scientific literature in discussions, oral presentations and writing as well as participation in different practicals is the basis for examination. The student’s performance in writing exercises, different forms of literature seminars, student presentations and the individual/group study will be evaluated. Course organiser Henrik von Stedingk Tel: +46-90-7868548 Fax: +46-90-7868166 E-mail: Henrik.von.Stedingk@svek.slu.se

Innovations in Nordic Forest Technology Innovations in Nordic Forest Technology After the course the student will have a deeper knowledge about the most advanced information and communication systems (ITC) on forest vehicles of today (state of art knowledge concerning use and possibilities for the future). Of importance are the problems as these systems can solve already today, and in what extent this is done in practice, and the demands that should be set on the systems to be able to solve even more difficult problems in the future. The students will also have a deeper understanding concerning the internantional competition between cut-tolength and other harvetsting systems. Application code SLU-SLU-40004 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Forest Science, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 02/05/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 hp, including 90 hp Forest Science or Technology and the courses “Forest Technology” 7,5 HEC and “Market-oriented Wood Supply” 7,5 HEC and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Tomas Nordfjell Tel: +46-90-7868399 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Tomas.Nordfjell@srh.slu.se

International Silviculture International Silviculture The course provides knowledge of the past and present status on the world’s forests. Forest utilisation and its association with climatic zones, population density and economic development within each country is highlighted. Specific areas of concentration are plantation forestry, agroforestry, tropical rain forest management, mangrove forestry, silviculture in arid climates and nontimber products. Examples of important and extraordinary tree species and their silvics used globally are represented. Course objective: To create an understanding concerning the objectives of silvicultural systems from an international perspective which includes the concept of multiple-use and its ramifications on forest management. Application code SLU-SLU-30088 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 21/02/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime

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Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Hans Sjögren Tel: +46-90-7868346 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Hans.Sjogren@ssko.slu.se

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Economics Examensarbete i Forest Science vid inst för skogsekonomi

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Application code SLU-SLU-40029 Credits 15 HEC Subject Forest Science, Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: Forest science/Forest Management 30 HEC at advanced level, including the course Site Productivity and Production Ecology 15 HEC (SG0088), and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0) Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-786 8470 Fax: +46-90-786 8414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

Wood Raw Materials: Production, Properties and Use Wood Raw Materials: Production, Properties and Use After completion of the course the student should be able to – analyse and make own conclusions from scientific articles in the scientific field – wood formation and wood properties and explain how these affects quality and use of wood based products – determine some wood material properties by the use suitable instruments – present an independent work orally and in a written report Application code SLU-SLU-30087 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-18/02/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Science/Forest Management or Biology.

MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS

Multivariate Data Analysis Multivariate Data Analysis The student enters deeply into studies of statistical analytical methods. Multivariate data means we have data for many variables for a number of individuals in a population.We want to search for relations between these variables (variance- and regression analysis), for differences between groups in the population and for possibilities to find out special individuals in the population (discriminant analysis). Also other analytical methods are covered. Application code SLU-SLU-30108 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-18/02/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC including Mathematical Statistics 7 HEC and Regression Analysis 7,5 HEC and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information Knowledge of matrix algebra is recommended. Laboratory assignments and class examples will be in R, which has become one of the most widely used software packages in statistics. R is free and available for download from http://www.r-project.org/. Students are welcome to use any software package they are familiar with, but we will provide support only for R and several assignments will require writing R code. Course organiser Magnus Ekström Tel: +46-90-7868507 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Magnus.Ekstrom@sekon.slu.se

Spatial Statistics Spatial Statistics The student enters deeply into studies of statistical analytical methods. Spatial data means observations with spatial distribution, which is a common situation in forest applications. Descriptive spatial statistics, spatial continuity, stochastical models, kriging and other methods are incorporated in the course. Applications from remote sensing and forestry. Application code SLU-SLU-40037 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics

Umeå

Application code SLU-SLU-30103 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Science, Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: BSc thesis in Forest Science/Forest Management 15 HEC, 30 HEC Forest Science/Forest Management advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Economics. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Sören Wibe Tel: +46-90-7868250 Fax: +46-907868164 E-mail: Soren.Wibe@sekon.slu.se

After completing this course the students will be able to 1. At the stand and landscape levels, analyze and evaluate effects of silvicultural measures on woody biomass production, biodiversity, soil and water, and risks associated with different silvicultural measures. 2. Demonstrate a detailed understanding of sustainable forest management issues in particular the coordination required for joint production of economic values and other goods and services from boreal forests. 3. Orally and in writing provide concise and critical reviews of current scientific literature referring to sustainable forest management.

Course organiser Erik Walfridsson Tel: +46-90-7868310 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Erik.Walfridsson@ssko.slu.se

Spring 2011

Sustainable Management of Boreal Forests Sustainable Management of Boreal Forests

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Umeå, Uppsala

Spring 2011

Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 28/03/11-29/04/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 120 HEC inclucing Mathematical Statistics 7 HEC and Regression Analysis 7,5 HEC and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The statistical software package R will be used in computer laboratories and exercises. R is free and available for download from http://www.rproject.org/. Students are welcome to use what software they wish, but we will only provide support for R. Course organiser Jun Yu Tel: +46-90-7868468 Fax: +46-90-7868164 E-mail: Jun.Yu@sekon.slu.se

AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE

Systemic Aspects of Farming Systems Systemic Aspects of Farming Systems With a concrete case as starting point, the course deals with structure and functioning of agroecosystems as whole entities seen from different perspectives. Examples of such are ecological, economic, social, time and spatial scale, and organisational level perspectives. The students will also learn about and practice methods for describing and analysing the case and its goals, and they are expected to suggest improvements Application code SLU-SLU-30179 Credits 5 HEC Subject Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 31/01/11-01/04/11, 35%, distance Prerequisites Equivalent to 120 HEC university studies. Equivalent to English B from Upper Secondary School. Course organiser Lennart Salomonsson Tel: +46-18-671441 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Lennart.Salomonsson@sol.slu.se

ANIMAL SCIENCE

Behavioural Genetics Beteendeegenskapers genetik Animal behaviour is to a large extent influenced by inheritance. After completion of this course you should be able to describe how various types of behaviour are inherited, and how behaviour traits can be changed through selection.You should also be able to predict consequences of different breeding programs on behaviour traits,

and to discuss ethical issues in relation to behavioural genetics.You will learn how to solve complex problems of relevance for animal husbandry by integrating knowledge in genetics and ethology, and you will also search, summarize, interpret and critically assess scientific articles on behaviour genetics. In the course, lectures are mixed with exercises and individual work. Most examples cover farm animals and partly also experimental animals, but each student will also have the possibility to focus on a species of their own choice.

Analysis is a requirement. See also “Additional information”. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information Students are recommended to have knowledge corresponding to 5 HEC in Statistical analysis of categorical data. Course organiser Erling Strandberg Tel: +46-18-671952 Fax: +46-18-672848 E-mail: Erling.Strandberg@hgen.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-40021 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science or Biology. Knowledge corresponding to 7 HEC Genetics – Animal Breeding, 10 HEC Statistical Analysis and 5 HEC Animal Behaviour is a requirement. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Course organiser Lotta Rydhmer Tel: +46-18-674544 Fax: +46-18-672848 E-mail: Lotta.Rydhmer@hgen.slu.se

Poultry Production Husdjursproduktion – Fjäderfä

Disease Genetics Sjukdomsgenetik Sound breeding programs can drastically reduce the risk of diseased animals or animals with defects being born. After completion of this course you should be able to describe various types of inheritance for health traits (diseases and disorders), summarize methodologies used to analyse such traits, and describe relations between health traits and other important traits, both in farm and companion animals.You should also be able to suggest and analyze breeding programs aiming at improving health traits, and to discuss measures needed to implement such programs. In the course, lectures are mixed with exercises, group discussions and individual work. You also train to read and critically assess scientific papers on disease genetics, and to discuss ethical issues in relation to this topic. Application code SLU-SLU-30060 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science or Biology. Knowledge corresponding to 7 HEC Animal Physiology, 7 HEC Genetics – Animal Breeding, 10 HEC Statistical

The course aims at giving a general knowledge of poultry production, mainly in Sweden but also worldwide. Focus is on layers and meat type chickens but other productions as for example turkey and ostrich are also covered. Important issues are e.g., production systems, nutrition and feeding, effects of genotypes and quality of eggs and bird meat. Application code SLU-SLU-40161 Credits 5 HEC Subject Animal Science, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC, both within “animal physiology” and “nutritional physiology – feed science”. Course organiser Helena Wall Tel: +46-18-671670 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Helena.Wall@huv.slu.se

Tropical Livestock Production Tropisk husdjursproduktion This course deals with the supply and metabolism of nutrients and how it affects the animal health and wellbeing. We discuss shortage or abundance of nutrients and the biological control of feed intake and appetite regulation. We also focus on toxins and anti-nutritional substances in different feed stuffs and how these substances affect the animal organism. Application code SLU-SLU-30031 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime

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Prerequisites The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science, Biology or Rural Development. Skills in English equivalent to English B from upper secondary school in Sweden. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within the area of nutritional physiology – feed science. Course organiser Ewa Wredle Tel: +46-18-672699 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Ewa.Wredle@huv.slu.se

Advanced Feed Science Avancerad Fodervetenskap

Animal Nutrition and Health Foder och djurhälsa

Behavioural physiology Beteendefysiologi

This course deals with the supply and metabolism of nutrients and how it affects the animal health and wellbeing. We discuss shortage or abundance of nutrients and the biological control of feed intake and appetite regulation. We also focus on toxins and anti-nutritional substances in different feed stuffs and how these substances affect the animal organism.

The aim of the course is to study how animal behaviour is related to the anatomy, histology and physiology of the brain and nervous system. The main focus is the interaction of hormones of importance for behaviour and comparative aspects of sensory organs in domestic animals. Students should also obtain a basic knowledge regarding suitable methods to measure parameters within behavioural physiology.

Application code SLU-SLU-40005 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within the area of nutritional physiology – feed science. Course organiser Kjell Holtenius Tel: +46-18-671629 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Kjell.Holtenius@huv.slu.se

Animal Nutrition and Health Foder och djurhälsa

Advanced Nutritional Physiology Avancerad Näringsfysiologi In this course we focus on the metabolism and utilization of nutrients in animals, mainly on the cell level and in the body organs. We deal with proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, vitamins and minerals and how they are affected by enzymes and central endocrine systems. Application code SLU-SLU-30029 Credits 5 HEC

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Application code SLU-SLU-40017 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to 120 HEC in Biology or Animal Science. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC in Animal Physiology and 5 HEC in Ethology/Animal Behaviour. Course organiser Louise Winblad von Walter Tel: +46-18-672150 Fax: +46-18-672111 E-mail: Louise.Winblad@afb.slu.se

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-30028 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 ECTS including 90 ECTS in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Additional information More info later! For more information, see the Swedish syllabus (click the flag) Course organiser Peter Udén Tel: +46-18-672058 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Peter.Uden@huv.slu.se

Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within the area of nutritional physiology – feed science. Course organiser Kjell Holtenius Tel: +46-18-671629 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Kjell.Holtenius@huv.slu.se

Spring 2011

The aim of the course is to provide advanced knowledge of feed stuffs and their effects on the metabolism of different animal species. The course includes feed chemistry, feed information, techniques for harvesting-, processing- and storage of feed, nutritional quality and hygiene The teaching methods comprise lectures, computer exercises and laboratory exercises covering the nutritional value of feeds, antinutritional substances, nutrient metabolism, optimising of feed rations as well as processing techniques and regulations. Excursions related to feed and the feed industry are also included. An experiment in animal metabolism will be conducted.

Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Animal Science. See also “Additional information”. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within the area of nutritional physiology – feed science. With “animals” means primarily pigs, dogs, cats, horses, poultry and cattle. Course organiser Jan Erik Lindberg Tel: +46-18-672102 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Jan-Eric.Lindberg@huv.slu.se

Uppsala

Spring 2011

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that fulfil modern demands on a sustainable and safe food production. After the course the students should be able to solve problems and to formulate recommendations for feeding, breeding and management of cattle in conventional as well as in organic systems. Beside traditional lectures there will be project works (individual and in group) and study visits to commercial enterprises. Students will make presentations both orally and in written form.

Course organiser Maria Neil Tel: +46-18-764538 Fax: +46-18-674501 E-mail: Maria.Neil@huv.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-30303 Credits 15 HEC Subject Animal Science, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. BSc in Animal Science or the equivalent, alternatively 180 HEC in the Agriculture – Animal Science program. See also “Additional information”. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within “animal physiology”, “genetics and animal breeding” and “nutritional physiology – feed science”. The student may choose to go deeper within one of the production lines (milk or meat) or one of the main subjects (breeding or feeding/management). This is done by the choice of course project. Course organiser Jan Bertilsson Tel: +46-18-671645 Fax: +46-18-672946 E-mail: Jan.Bertilsson@huv.slu.se

The course provides knowledge on how drugs and other foreign compounds are distributed and metabolized in the body and how wanted and adverse effects are elicited by these compounds. In addition, the course gives insight in the nature of disease and its causes, processes and consequences. The course also provides knowledge on why effects of drugs and toxic substances as well as the outcome of disease vary between species and individuals. The aim of the course is to give the students fundamental knowledge about pharmacology, toxicology and general pathology that can be applied in future studies as well as to recognize health effects that may arise from the environment.

Pig Production Husdjursproduktion – Gris The course deals with the production of pork with emphasise on Swedish conditions and comparisons with international production. We focus on pig feeding, diet composition, management, production, production effeciency, health and welfare, breeding and breeding programmes. Application code SLU-SLU-40160 Credits 10 HEC Subject Animal Science, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. BSc in Animal Science or the equivalent, alternatively 180 HEC in the Agriculture – Animal Science program. See also “Additional information”. Additional information It is recommended that the student has knowledge equivalent to 15 HEC within each of “animal physiology”, “genetics and animal breeding” and “nutritional physiology – feed science”. The education is conducted in cooperation with the Department of Clinical Sciences.

Toxicology, General Pathology and Pharmacology Toxikologi, allmän patologi och farmakologi

Application code SLU-SLU-40019 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Minimum 120 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology, Animal Science or equivalent. Knowledge corresponding to 10 HEC Animal physiology, and 15 HEC Biochemistry and Cell Biology should be included. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information It will facilitate with basic knowledge in histology. Course organiser Pia Larsson Tel: +46-18-671681 Fax: +46-18-67 35 32 E-mail: Pia.Larsson@bvf.slu.se

BIOLOGY – BOTANY

Biology and production of agricultural plants Åkerväxternas produktionsbiologi och odlingsteknik Biology and Production of Agricultural Plants offers a deeper understanding of the processes regulating yield and quality, and how the processes are affected by cultivation measures, environment and plant material. Better understand-

ing and synthesis of knowledge in crop production science will prepare you for your future career as an agronomist. It will also provide a base for possible PhD-studies. Content – Individual crop species and their use, e.g. for food, fodder and energy – Effects of the environment and cultivation measures on allocation and quality in individual crops – Experimental methods, planning and interpretation of results – Development of harvest components and their importance for harvest yield and establishment of quality – Quality of harvest products. The course is largely based on work with projects, individually as well as in a group.You will also participate in literature seminars and, in addition, freely choose a subject for an in-depth study. Application code SLU-SLU-40102 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC including 90 HEC biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above: Equivalent o 120 HEC including 60 HEC biology with at least 10 HEC in crop production science and at least 10 HEC in plant physiology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course can be read together with the course Plant Physiology, 5 HEC. Course organiser Martin Weih Tel: +46-18-672543 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: martin.weih@vpe.slu.se

Plant physiology Växtfysiologi The course focuses on physiological problems related to crop production, and the influence of various environmental and stress factors on plant growth and development. Examples are the regulation of plant growth, flowering and fruit set under both natural conditions and conditions set by man, as well as the synthesis and transport of valuable storage products such as sugars and starch. Application code SLU-SLU-40109 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala

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Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC Biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC Biology of which at least 5 HEC Genetics and at least 5 HEC Plant Biology/ Plant Physiology must be included. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information 5 HEC of genetics is recommended. The course may very well be taken in parallel with the course “Biology and production of agricultural plants”. Course organiser Per-Olof Lundquist Tel: +46-18-673232 Fax: +46-18-673389 E-mail: per-olof.lundquist@vbsg.slu.se

Plants are in contact with a large number of microorganisms, some of which damage the plant while others are beneficial.The course deals with interactions between plants and microbes for both pathogenic and symbiotic interactions. Infection mechanisms, plant defence and ecological consequences are covered.The intention is to explain the mechanisms and interactions all the way down to the molecular level wherever that is possible.

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This course is aimed to give the students an understanding of the growth and dynamics of natural populations of animals and plants. Firstly, students will be trained in the fundamental skills of population models in order to be able to analyze applied ecological problems in agriculture, forestry and natural resource management. Secondly, students are given the ecological knowledge to understand the processes which influence population growth in animals and plants. The applied problems include both the management of threatened species and the control of pest organisms. For each scenario there are included genetic factors such as inbreeding and how the interactions between species influence population growth. In the ability to use these techniques is a key aim of the course, the schedule includes a number of practical exercises, which give the opportunity to place a focus on real problem which reflects the specific interests of the student. Application code SLU-SLU-30113 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology and 10 hp in Ecology at Master D-Level. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Pär Forslund Tel: +46-18-672281 Fax: +46-18-673537 E-mail: Par.Forslund@ekol.slu.se

Molecular Ecology Molecular Ecology Molecular methods are used increasingly in ecology, with applications in microbiology, plant pathology and conservation biology. Genetic relationships between individuals and species, as well as biotic and abiotic interactions, are investigated. This course provides an overview and in-depth knowledge on the implementation of molecular methods on ecological problems. Understanding of genetic variation in relation to speciation, behaviour, dispersal, adaptation and interactions is a central theme. A range of methods will be used to detect and analyse genetic variation on different levels. The course is based on practical learning, combining sampling and handling of environmental samples with the use of molecular markers, analysis of DNA-sequences and phylogenetical analyses. The theoretical parts treat

Application code SLU-SLU-30175 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent 60 HEC biology. 10 HEC in genetics or 5 HEC in genetics and 5 HEC in ecology should be included. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information Exemption from entry requirements in Swedish language. Course organiser Malin Elfstrand Tel: +46-18-672725 Fax: +46-18-673599 E-mail: malin.elfstrand@mykopat.slu.se

Diseases and pests of forest trees Skogsträdens svamp- och insektsskador Pathogens, mainly fungi and pests such as insects dominate among the biotic agents who may cause damage to trees and timber. Damages have a large economic impact on forestry and forest industry. After this course the student will be able to recognise the most important species occurring in Europe, learn about their biology and life history as a base for understanding and control. The course also involves knowledge about control strategies and management to prevent damages. The students will also learn about some of the conflicts e.g. leaving dead wood to promote biodiversity and eventually favour some of the pest species. Invasive forest diseases and pests will be learned about as well. Application code SLU-SLU-40041 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in one of the subjects Forest Science, Biology, Soil Science, Environmental Science. This should include at least 20 HEC Biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alterntive to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC in Natural Sciences including 15 ECTS in ecology and english skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Åke Lindelöw Tel: +46-18-672337 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: Ake.Lindelow@ekol.slu.se

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-30211 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC Biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC Biology of which at least 5 HEC Genetics and at least 5 HEC Plant Biology/ Plant Physiology must be included. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Knowledge in plant pathology and molecular genetics is desirable. Overlaps with the course “Molecular plant-microbe interactions at Stockholm University. Course organiser Anders Kvarnheden Tel: +46-18-673337 Fax: +46-18-673389 E-mail: anders.kvarnheden@vbsg.slu.se

Applied population biology Applied population biology

implementation of molecular methods, identification of species and individuals, phylogeography, population genetics and relationships between gene expression and ecosystem functions.

Spring 2011

Plant-microbe interactions Växt-mikrobinteraktioner

BIOLOGY – ECOLOGY

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Spring 2011

Landscape ecology Landskapsekologi This course covers the theory and practice of landscape ecology, community ecology and biodiversity in a scientific manner. Additionally students will learn to analyze the impact of landscape structure and design on ecological patterns and processes in community ecology. Methods for measuring and quantifying landscapes, diversity, and community composition will be taught. Students and teachers will critically discuss and examine how species interactions and biodiversity are related to ecosystem services and ecosystem functioning. Problem solving in conservation and applied biology will be demonstrated in the light of biodiversity and landscape ecology. The relationship between decision processes in society and ecological knowledge on landscapes and biodiversity will be discussed. Student projects including empirical and literature analyses of the effects of landscape and interactions in communities on ecosystem services and diversity will be carried out during the course. Application code SLU-SLU-40045 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Biology and 25 hp in Ecology at Masters D-Level. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Jan Bengtsson Tel: +46-18-671516 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: Jan.Bengtsson@ekol.slu.se

BIOLOGY – GENETICS

Gene regulation in Eukaryotic cells Genreglering i eukaryota celler The course aims to give theoretical and practical insight into one of the most basic fields of modern biological research, namely the control and regulation of gene expression. The course relies heavily on laboratory practicals, where advanced molecular, biochemical and cell biological methods are used. A number of new techniques within the area are also covered by student seminars or computer exercises. Application code SLU-SLU-30213 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala

Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 30 HEC in Biology at advanced level within Molecular Biology and/ or Genetics. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Knowledge in gene engineering is recommended. Course organiser Chuanxin Sun Tel: +46-18/673328 Fax: +46-18/673389 E-mail: chuanxin.sun@vbsg.slu.se

BIOLOGY – MICROBIOLOGY

Microbial Ecology Microbial Ecology Microorganisms play an important role in the degradation of organic material and cycling of plant nutrients in both agricultural and natural ecosystems, such as soil, water and sediment. The aim is to achieve an extended understanding of microbial interactions with the environment and other organisms. During lectures, basic conceptions in ecology, such as symbiosis, syntrophy, concurrence and antagonism will be dealt with. Emphasis will be on the understanding of microbial interactions in ecosystems, e.g during colonization and growth in biofilms. The student should also gain knowledge and be aware of the prerequisites for using microorganisms in environmental applications, e.g. bioremediation and water treatment. Ecological microbiology is a course at the advanced level in microbiology and de general concepts are based on the bacterial and fungal cell’s physiology, metabolism and genetic capacity. Application code SLU-SLU-30172 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Technology. At least 20 HEC Biology including 5 HEC Microbiology and at least 15 HEC Chemistry must be included. English skills quivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Sara Hallin Tel: +46-18-673261 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: Sara.Hallin@mikrob.slu.se

Experimental Microbiology Experimentell mikrobiologi Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme To be accepted at the course, the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the course project. During this course, you will participate in the planning and realisation of short research project as a part of the ongoing research at the Department. The project will consist of searching for literature required for the project, laboratory work and processing of the results obtained. You will also write a report and give an oral presentation of your results. Application code SLU-SLU-30170 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology, where cellbiology and microbiology should be included. Skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Karin Jacobsson Tel: +46-18-673255 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: Karin.Jacobsson@mikrob.slu.se

Experimental Microbiology Experimentell mikrobiologi Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme To be accepted at the course, the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the course project. During this course, you will participate in the planning and realisation of short research project as a part of the ongoing research at the Department. The project will consist of searching for literature required for the project, laboratory work and processing of the results obtained. You will also write a report and give an oral presentation of your results. Application code SLU-SLU-40085 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic

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studies of different methods for assessing crop production systems and analysis of conflicting aims within cropping systems e.g. between intensity, efficiency, economics and environmental impact.

year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC Biology, where cellbiology and microbiology should be included. Skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Karin Jacobsson Tel: +46-18-673255 Fax: +46-18-673392 E-mail: Karin.Jacobsson@mikrob.slu.se

BIOLOGY – MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

Molecular Evolution Molekylär evolution

BIOLOGY – OTHER BIOLOGY COURSES

Agricultural Cropping systems Agricultural Cropping systems Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme The course provides deeper knowledge of the factors and interactions affecting the structure and functions of crop production systems. The course include project work, individual and in groups. The course offers a review of current national and international crop production systems and of the factors that can be expected to influence such systems in the future. The course also includes

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The degree project will give exercise in planning, will accomplish and present an independent project within a given time. The student will choose a degree project in a research area and a supervisor in the department. Upon completion of the degree project the student will have developed scientific methods as well as the skills to write a well-structured and interesting report. The written work will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon). Application code SLU-SLU-10059 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Prerequisites: Approved Bachelor thesis/ Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to 30 HEC at advanced level in Animal Science or equivalent. At least one course of relevance for the chosen subject. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Eva Tydén Tel: +46-18-673171 Fax: +46-18-673532 E-mail: Eva.tyden@bvf.slu.se

Bees, Apiculture and Pollination Bin, biodling och pollinering The course “Bees, beekeeping and pollination” examines the most important insect pollinators

Production and Utilization of Forage Vallfoders produktion och användning The course deals with cultivation and harvest technology for hay and silage, management and utilization of pasture on arable land and meadow, as well as management and utilization of natural grassland. Also, it encompasses handling, preserving, nutritional value, fodder consumption and utilization of different domestic animals, and fodder hygiene. Application code SLU-SLU-40101 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC including 90 HEC in biology. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative: the equivalent of 120 HEC including 60 HEC in biology, at least 20 HEC crop production or 20 HEC animal sciense should be included. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Magnus Halling Tel: +46-18-671429 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: magnus.halling@vpe.slu.se

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-30173 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 60 HEC biology including 10 HEC Genetics. Course organiser Åke Olson Tel: +46-18-671876 Fax: +46-18-673599 E-mail: ake.olson@mykopat.slu.se

Degree project in biology, Dep. of Biomedicine and Veterinary Public Health Examensarbete i biologi, inst. f. biomedicin och folkhälsovetenskap

Application code SLU-SLU-40042 Credits 7 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 02/05/11-03/06/11, 95%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to Biologi, 30 HEC. Course organiser Ingemar Fries Tel: +46-18-672073 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: ingemar.fries@ekol.slu.se

Spring 2011

Evolution is the ongoing process by which all organisms have evolved. Selection acts on individuals, but evolutionary changes are also evident in populations and in the genes. This course in molecular evolution integrates population genetics and molecular biology, in order to study the dynamics of evolutionary changes on a molecular level. Central topics are genetic variation, rates and patterns of nucleotide substitutions throughout evolution and phylogenetical implementations.

Application code SLU-SLU-30199 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Equivalent to 180 HEC inluding 90 HEC Biology. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Ingrid Öborn Tel: +46-18-671274 Fax: +46-18-672890 E-mail: ingrid.oborn@vpe.slu.se

and gives an insight into their taxonomy, biology and ecological role. Practical work and excursions with focus on bumble bees, solitary bees and honey bees give both an understanding of the variations in biology and knowledge of specific pollinator species and how human activities may improve or impair survival of pollinating insects. Emphasis is put on the domesticated honey bee because of their importance both as honey producers and as pollinators of cultivated crops. Beekeeping is described in some detail with practical demonstrations of management, queen rearing and honey extraction.

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Veterinary infection biology, parasitology and mycology, 15HEC Veterinärmedicinsk infektionsbiologi, parasitologi och mykologi, 15hp Application code SLU-SLU-30072 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Animal Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites BSc degree equivalent to 180 HEC in biology, biomedicine, biotechnology, pharmacy, pharmaceutical biosciences, pharmaceutical chemistry, medical biosciences, agronomy, animal science, veterinary medicine, animal care or the equivalent. English skills equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The Section of Parasitology, 5 HEC is an elective course in the Master Programme in Animal Science at SLU Course organiser

Independent project /degree project in Biology E Självständigt arbete i biologi E To be accepted on the course, you must have chosen a subject and have a supervisor. The course contains lectures and seminars about presentation techniques, information gathering and scientific theory. These will be used later in the production of your dissertation, and when you then present your work for the other students and teachers. At the end of the course you shall present your project in a seminar, and you will also serve as opponent for the presentation of the work of another student. The written work produced will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon) and will be checked for plagiarism with the system Urkund. Application code SLU-SLU-30205 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Biology. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study.

Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Ulf Grandin Tel: +46-18-673104 E-mail: Ulf.Grandin@vatten.slu.se

BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION

Cooperatives and Other Agri-Food Systems Cooperatives and Other Agri-Food Systems The aim of the course is to convey knowledge about alternative ways whereby agricultural products (with varying degrees of processing) may reach the consumer. One important part in the course is agricultural cooperatives as a marketing channel. After having completed the course, the student should be able to: – Prove knowledge about the special market conditions that apply for agricultural products and for the producers of such products, and alternative ways of handling these conditions, including agricultural cooperative businesses. – Prove knowledge about different types of actors in the agricultural marketing channels and their characteristics. – Understand these actors’ role and behavior in the agricultural marketing channels, based on theories treated in the course. Application code SLU-SLU-30127 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration, Agricultural Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in business administration. Knowledge equivalent of English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Karin Hakelius Tel: +46-18-671745 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Karin.Hakelius@ekon.slu.se

Master thesis in Business Administration at the dept of Forest Products Examensarbete i Företagsekonomi vid inst för skogens produkter Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-30090 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 15 HEC advanced level in Business Administration and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Products. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Lönnstedt Tel: +46-18-162496 Fax: +46-18E-mail: Lars.Lonnstedt@sprod.slu.se

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Master thesis in Business Administration at the dept of Forest Products Examensarbete i Företagsekonomi vid inst för skogens produkter Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

Environmental Risk Management and Accounting Environmental Risk Management and Accounting The course focuses on the management of the commercial production, in interaction with and effects on the environment and how the costs that arise from the environmental impact may be

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Financial Accounting Financial Accounting The course is the third step, after the A- and Blevel, for getting more knowledge and understanding of financial accounting. Increased emphasis is put on the international dimension of accounting, the development of critical thinking skills and the development of communication skills. Other aspects that will be dealt with are incorporation of ethics into the curriculum, the analysis of a company’s quality of earning and sustainable income. The course will be carried out as a set of seminars where the participants are expected to actively participate and also present write-ups. Application code SLU-SLU-40053 Credits 10 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic

Independent project – Degree project in Business Administration D Magisteruppsats – företagsekonomi Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme With successful completion of this course, students will be able to: – identify and formulate problems from different perspectives – understand and apply different theoretical and methodological principles and assumptions – use previously acquired knowledge to independently solve the problem – acquire a subject related specialization and apply it – construct/use models to describe and handle the problem and collect relevant data in order to solve the problem – write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way which includes using references correctly – make oral presentations of own work. Able to oppose on other scientific work Application code SLU-SLU-40048 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 120 HEC of which 90 HEC in relevant subject. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Sendary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. Two or three students may collaborate by, e.g., treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. Rules for thesis work outside the country, etc. are found in the study guides for the respective educational programs. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-30089 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Degree of BSc in Business Administration, or the equivalence, and at least 30 HEC in Business Administration at advanced level. Special demands for special thesis may occur Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Products. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Lönnstedt Tel: +46-18-162496 Fax: +46-18E-mail: Lars.Lonnstedt@sprod.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-30125 Credits 15 HEC Subject Business Administration, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills equivalent to 180 HEC, whereof 90 HEC in business admininstration, including 20 HEC in financial control. Skills equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Karin Hakelius Tel: +46-18-671745 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Karin.Hakelius@ekon.slu.se

year 2009/10. Skills equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC Business Administration whereof 20 HEC Financial Accounting. Skills equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Carl Johan Lagerkvist Tel: +46-18-671783 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Carl-Johan.Lagerkvist@ekon.slu.se

Spring 2011

measured and communicated through the accounting system. After completing the course, students will: – show an understanding of how firms build, impliment and maintain a so-called Environmental Management System (EMS) – incorporate environmental issues into economic decision-making processes – account for the emerging field of so-called sustainability accounting – show an understanding for the complex ethical issues involved with environmental management in firms – in a group analyze environmental accounts and give suggestions for improvements to managers – use environmental auditing and other evaluation methods aming at monitoring and inspect firms’ business practice

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Independent Project/Degree Project in Business Administration D Självständigt arbete i företagsekonomi D Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

Uppsala

Spring 2011

Lessons about problem formulation, searching literature and research methodology are given successively as you apply it in your thesis, and present it for the other students and the teachers. After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-30121 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent of 90 HEC in Business Administration of which at least 30 HEC at Clevel. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate such as by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

thesis, and present it for the other students and the teachers. After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar. The thesis must be published in the SLU system of electronic publishing (Epsilon) and plagiarism are from January 1, 2008, checked in Urkund. Application code SLU-SLU-30119 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 30 HEC, advanced level D, within Business Adnimistration. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate e.g. by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Ethics Ethics This course aims to help students develop their understanding of ethical aspects in professional roles and decisions-making. It refers to understanding a theoretical framework for explaining ethical dimensions in professional and personal decisions,awareness of different general ethical arguments and perspectives, and ability to analyze, present and argue for decision outcomes based on ethical grounds. The course starts with lectures that provide the basic concepts and models for understanding and working with ethics. It proceeds with seminars based on articles and cases, where students train their analytical and discussion skills using the theoretical terms. An individual project will provide

an opportunity for the student to develop insight of the potential ethical dilemmas in a future professional role. Application code SLU-SLU-40052 Credits 5 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills equivalent to 150 HEC university studies. Skills equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course is intended not only for students of business administration but all other students who foresee a future career involving decisions that include ethical dimensions, such as animal welfare, use of natural resources, cultural change, or bio-engineering. Course organiser Cecilia Mark-Herbert Tel: +46-18-671709 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Cecilia.Mark-Herbert@ekon.slu.se

CHEMISTRY

Independent project/degree project in Chemistry E Självständigt arbete i kemi E Application code SLU-SLU-30149 Credits 30 HEC Subject Chemistry Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Chemistry. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Anders Sandström Tel: +46-18-673463 Fax: +46-18-673476 E-mail: Anders.Sandstrom@kemi.slu.se

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Applied Econometrics Tillämpad ekonometri

ECONOMICS

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

Agricultural Policy and International Trade Jordbrukspolitik och internationell handel The course includes intermediate trade theory, welfare theory, and public choice theory. Its aim is to give knowledge concerning mechanisms behind, economic consequences of, as well as institutional conditions connected to Swedish and international agricultural policies and food trade.

Applied Demand and Supply Analysis Applied Demand and Supply Analysis

Application code SLU-SLU-40059 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 02/05/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills equivalent to 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Economics. Skills equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Yves Surry Tel: +46-18-671795 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Yves.Surry@ekon.slu.se

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Econometrics Ekonometri Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme A student who has taken the course shall – have acquired advanced knowledge of statistical theory and methodology, in particular in connection with common approaches to problems in economic and social scientific applications – be able to estimate economic models and other models in the social sciences for crosssectional data and time-series data – be able to interpret the results of an implemented model adjustment – be aware of the limits and possible sources of errors in the analysis – have the ability to report results of studies that have been carried out both orally and in writing Application code SLU-SLU-30135 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 21/02/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime

Environmental Policy Environmental Policy The main question addressed in this course is: how can we design policies aimed at combating environmental damages? We then consider a variety of different types of environmental problems, such as climatic changes, biodiversity losses and water and air quality degradation. The course includes analysis and comparison of different types of environmental policies – command and control, economic instruments, and voluntary agreementsunder consideration of risk, uncertainty and time delays with respect to links between human activities and environmental response. Application code SLU-SLU-40060 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Environmental Science, Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-29/04/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Skills equivalent to 180 HEC, including 90 HEC in economics. Skills equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Ing-Marie Gren Tel: +46-18-671753 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Ing-Marie.Gren@ekon.slu.se

Uppsala

– Factors influencing the supply and demand for food products – Microeconomic theory and the specification of commodity demand and supply models – Estimation, interpretation and use of empirical models of demand and supply

Application code SLU-SLU-40064 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 02/05/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC of which 90 HEC in Economics. Knowledge equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Matz Dahlberg Tel: +46-18-4711126 Fax: +46-18-4711478 E-mail: matz.dahlberg@nek.uu.se

Spring 2011

Application code SLU-SLU-30138 Credits 15 HEC Subject Agricultural Science, Economics Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 60 HEC in economics. Course organiser Yves Surry Tel: +46-18-671795 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Yves.Surry@ekon.slu.se

After completing the course, the student is expected to be able to independently apply basic statistical/econometric methods on real life data in order to properly examine economic questions.

Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Accepted to Master’s programme in National Economics. Knowledge equivalent of English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Johan Lyhagen Tel: +46-18-4712844 Fax: +46-18-554422 E-mail: johan.lyhagen@statistik.uu.se

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Uppsala

Spring 2011

the teachers. After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-30122 Credits 30 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 90 HEC in Economics of which at least 30 HEC at C-level. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate e.g. by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

– make oral presentations of own work. Able to oppose on other scientific work Application code SLU-SLU-40049 Credits 15 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 120 HEC of which minimum 90 HEC must be in a relevant subject. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. Two or three students may collaborate by, e.g., treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. Rules for thesis work outside the country, etc. are found in the study guides for the respective educational programs. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

Policy Evaluation Politisk utvärdering Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme After completing the course, the student shall have acquired good knowledge of different methods for evaluating the effects of politically decided reforms and measures and of the strengths and limitations of the different methods. Application code SLU-SLU-40062 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-29/04/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in National Economics. Knowledge equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se.

Course organiser Oskar Nordström Skans Tel: +46-18-471 70 70 Fax: +46-18-471 70 71 E-mail: Oskar.Nordstrom_Skans@ifau.uu.se

Probability Theory and Statistical Inference Sannolikhetslära och inferensteori Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme A student who has taken the course shall – have obtained sufficient knowledge of both probability theory and the general principles for inference to be able to understand and apply statistical methods – have acquired a certain ability to understand and independently use the theoretical terms that occur in the basic theory for applied statistical methods – have knowledge about how statistical methods can be evaluated using computer simulations – have knowledge about the mathematical methods that are used in theoretical statistics – be able to determine whether the conditions for a statistical method are fulfilled Application code SLU-SLU-30136 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-18/02/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Economics. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Fan Yang Wallentin Tel: +46-18-4711158 Fax: +46-18-554422 E-mail: fan.yang@statistik.uu.se

Time Series Analysis Tidsserieanalys Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme A student who has taken the course shall – have acquired advanced knowledge of statistical theory and methodology, in particular in connection with common approaches to problems in economic and social scientific applications

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– be able to estimate economic models and other models in the social sciences for timeseries data – be able to interpret the results of an implemented model adjustment – be aware of the limits and possible sources of errors in the analysis – have the ability to report results of studies that have been carried out both orally and in writing

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Before course start, you should have formulated your thesis subject and been assigned an individual supervisor. Lessons about problem formulation, searching literature and research methodology are given successively as you apply it in your thesis, and present it for the other students and the teachers. After the first two weeks in this way, your individual supervisor take over and arrange an introductory seminar on your formulation of the problem as well as on your choice of research methodology, literature and theory. In the middle of the course, your individual supervisor will arrange a “half-way” seminar. At the end of the course your individual supervisor will arrange your final seminar. ”The thesis must be published in the SLU system of electronic publishing (Epsilon) and plagiarism are from January 1, 2008, checked in Urkund.” Application code SLU-SLU-30120 Credits 30 HEC Subject Economics

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Applied Environmental Assessment Tillämpad miljöanalys In this course, we will study some practical aspects regarding environmental assessment of selected habitat types. The course takes a holistic approach to environmental assessment, including topics such as experimental design and monitoring to data analysis. Experimental design will focus on sampling techniques in soil and water, applied statistics and assessment underpinned by national and international laws and policies. In addition to environmental assessment, we will also demonstrate how geostatistics is used for describing soil heterogeneity, for designing robust monitoring programmes and subsequently in the analysis of soil-based assessment data. A number of examples and case studies will be used to illustrate how environmental assessment is used to study human-induced effects of inter alia eutrophication and acidification. Application code SLU-SLU-40108 Credits 10 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Chemistry, Agricultural

Ecotoxicology Ekotoxikologi This course addresses the dispersal and fate of different types of contaminants in the environment and how their effects on plants and animals can be quantified.You will for example learn how pesticides, metals, and pharmaceutical residues may affect cells, individuals, and populations. Beside a theoretical part, you will also get practical experience of different toxicity tests (Note that no tests with mammals are included!).You will gain knowledge about the processes that govern the uptake of contaminants in organisms and insight in risk and hazard assessment. Application code SLU-SLU-30206 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Geoscience, Chemistry, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 20 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information The course does not include laboratory exercises with mammals Course organiser Lars Sonesten Tel: +46-18-673007 Fax: +46-18-673156 E-mail: Lars.Sonesten@vatten.slu.se

Uppsala

Independent Project/Degree Project in Economics E Independent Project/Degree Project in Economics E

ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 15 HEC in Chemistry. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 20 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Ulf Grandin Tel: +46-18-673104 Fax: +46-18-673156 E-mail: ulf.grandin@vatten.slu.se

Spring 2011

Application code SLU-SLU-40063 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Economics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-29/04/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in Economics. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information This course plan follows the administrative standards of Uppsala University. Specific information about the course (time schedule, etc.) can be found about a month prior to course start on the website of Uppsala University, www.uu.se. Additional information can also be provided by Director of Studies at Department of Economics, SLU, studierektor@ekon.slu.se. Course organiser Joakim Ekström Tel: +46-18-4712847 Fax: +46-18-554422 E-mail: joakim.ekstrom@statistik.uu.se

Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent of 30 HEC, advanced level D, within Economics. Approved Bachelor thesis/ Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent of English B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information Every student who writes a thesis is assigned a supervisor for her work. The supervisor shall act as advisor, be inspirational, and promote discussion. The thesis can be conducted for external clients and occasionally with external supervisors. There will always be an academic supervisor who is responsible for the scientific foundation of the work. The thesis must be an independent project. This means that every student will carry out the entire thesis process. Two or three students may collaborate e.g. by treating different parts of a problem within a common field of study. The rules for theses conducted abroad etc. can be found in the study handbook of each study programme. Course organiser Bo Öhlmér Tel: +46-18-671726 Fax: +46-18-673502 E-mail: Bo.Ohlmer@ekon.slu.se

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Environmental Impact Assessment, advanced course Miljökonsekvensbeskrivning, fördjupningskurs Application code SLU-SLU-30198 Credits 10 HEC Subject Landscape Planning, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge corresponding to 180 HEC of which at least 90 HEC within either natural science, social science or technical science/technology. Beside the above, also a course corresponding to at least 5 HEC in Environmental Impact Assessment. Course organiser Åsa Heiter Tel: +46-18-671989 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Asa.Heiter@sol.slu.se

Practice and Thesis Work in Environmental Communication and Management Praktik och uppsatsarbete i miljökommunikation

Uppsala

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Application code SLU-SLU-40087 Credits 15 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Approved independent project at basic level and 30 HEC at advanced level including the course Stakeholder Facilitation in Project and Conflict Management, 15 hp, or equivalent. Knowledge equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Additional information missing Course organiser Lars Hallgren Tel: +46-18-672584 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Lars.Hallgren@sol.slu.se

Stakeholder Facilitation in Project and Conflict Management Stakeholder Facilitation in Project and Conflict Management One great challenge within natural resource management is to coordinate actions, knowledge and perspectives between the stakeholders involved in natural resource management

(NRM). In the NRM sector projects are supposed to lead to concrete and/or abstract outcomes. To deal with this you need a good understanding of how to organise a project, thus a time limited, goal oriented activity involving stakeholders.You also need to be prepared to deal with unpredictable incidences and conflicts between stakeholders. In this course we are learning about both methods for coordinating NRM-projects and methods for facilitating communication between stakeholders with different perspectives, interests, believes and resources and sometimes involved in destructive, escalating conflicts. During the course you will increase your understanding of complex social situations and you will also apply tools for stakeholder facilitation, project- and conflict management in real life situations. Application code SLU-SLU-30195 Credits 15 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Eligible students shall have at least 120 HEC within social or natural sciences, of which 90 HEC within a particular major. English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS. Course organiser Lars Hallgren Tel: +46-18-672584 Fax: +46-18673612 E-mail: Lars.Hallgren@sol.slu.se

department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle ( G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Ulf Grandin Tel: +46-18-673104 Fax: +46-18-673156 E-mail: ulf.grandin@vatten.slu.se

Project course: Pollutant-effects in the environment Projektkurs: Miljöföroreningar – Effekter i miljön An important part of most academic professions is the ability to make clear and concise oral and written presentations. Equally important is also the ability to work independently combining both new and old knowledge in problem-solving. This course will focus on both of these subjects. As one part of the course, each student will perform an independent, in-depth study of a contemporary problem under the supervision of a researcher or teacher. The independent study will build upon experience gained from earlier courses in the programme. During the other part of the course, lectures and exercises will demonstrate written and oral presentation techniques, as well as how to perform critical, but constructive reviews. Presentation of the project-work is thus an important part of this course. Application code SLU-SLU-40107 Credits 5 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 30 HEC within the masters programme Environmental Pollution and Risk Assessment. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Maria Kahlert Tel: +46-18-673145 Fax: +46-18-673156 E-mail: maria.kahlert@vatten.slu.se

Interdisciplinary methods Interdisciplinära metoder Sustainable Development affects all conceivable aspects of our civilisation. But working with sustainability requires communication and co-operation between many scientific disciplines,

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between society’s practices and between companies’ production skills. Interdisciplinary methods are at the core of the toolbox needed for the next centuries for natural scientists, social scientists, practitioners and students. In this course we explore interdisciplinarity in two major fields of study. One is the biogeochemical cycles of the planet where different methods in natural science are used: biologists, chemists, oceanographers, meteorologists, physicists and geologists are all involved. The other field relates to the planning of sustainable city-hinterland systems, which combines a large numbers of natural and social scientific disciplines working with engineers, geographers, biologists, sociologists, historians, economists, planners, architects and landscape architects.

Animal Food Science Animal Food Science The chemical and structural composition of the food raw materials milk, meat, fish and egg are described and related to the quality of the food products. Special emphasis is placed on the biochemical and bacteriological changes that occur during handling, storage and processing. Some important processes and storage methods as well as hygienic aspects are discussed. Application code SLU-SLU-40073 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Food Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology or Food Science. This should include 5 HEC Animal Physiology and 5 HEC Microbiology. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Course organiser Anders Andrén Tel: +46-18-672038 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Anders.Andren@lmv.slu.se

Dairy Science Dairy Science

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Application code SLU-SLU-30296 Credits 30 HEC Subject Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Eligible students should have successfully completed advanced courses corresponding to 75 HEC at the master’s degree level. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and accepted.

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The course gives a comprehensive view of the chain from primary milk production to final dairy product. Special emphasis is given to the influence of the biochemical, microbiological and hygienic factors on milk quality. The course deals with how different production parameters affect the composition and properties of the raw milk, and eventually the utilisation and processability of raw milk and final quality of dairy products. Industrial dairy processes are described. Application code SLU-SLU-40074 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Food Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-29/04/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology or Food Science. This should include 5 HEC Animal Physiology

Meat Science Meat Science The course deals with the chemical and biochemical composition and properties of meat, fish and egg and how different factors along the production chain will influence these properties. The processing of the raw materials into different products will also be included. Application code SLU-SLU-40075 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Food Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 02/05/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology or Food Science. This should include 5 HEC Animal Physiology and 5 HEC Microbiology. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The course is part of the course Animal Food Science, 15 HEC, Advanced level Course organiser Kerstin Lundström Tel: +46-18-671981 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Kerstin.Lundstrom@lmv.slu.se

Plant Food Science Plant Food Science The course deals with the whole plant food production chain with emphasis on the eating quality of the final food in relation to the morphology and chemical composition of the plant raw material. External and internal factors influencing the post-harvest metabolism of fresh eaten fruits and vegetables in relation to quality are discussed. Some important food-processes for e.g. flour, bread, pasta, beer, potatoes, oil and margarine productions are described.The course includes lectures, laboratory works, and group works. Application code SLU-SLU-30162 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Food Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime

Uppsala

Master Thesis in Integrated Water Resource Management Master Thesis in Integrated Water Resource Management

FOOD SCIENCE

and 5 HEC Microbiology. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The course is a part of the course Animal Food Science, 15 HEC on Advanved level Course organiser Anders Andrén Tel: +46-18-672038 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Anders.Andren@lmv.slu.se

Spring 2011

Application code SLU-SLU-30196 Credits 10 HEC Subject Landscape Planning, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 14/02/11-08/04/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Prerequisites: Equivalent to 180 HEC, including 90 HEC in any subject within natural, engineering or social sciences. Knowledge equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Per G Berg Tel: +46-18-672513 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Per.Berg@sol.slu.se

Course organiser Atakilte Beyene Tel: +46-18-673395 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Atakilte.Beyene@sol.slu.se

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Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology or Food Science. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information Knowledge equivalent to 5 HEC Cell Biology and 5 HEC Plant Physiology is recommended. Course organiser Lena Dimberg Tel: +46-18-672047 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Lena.Dimberg@lmv.slu.se

Uppsala

Spring 2011

Independent project /degree project in Food Science E Självständigt arbete i livsmedelsvetenskap E To be accepted on the course, you must have chosen a subject and have a supervisor. The course contains lectures and seminars about presentation techniques, information gathering and scientific theory. These will be used later in the production of your dissertation, and when you then present your work for the other students and teachers. At the end of the course you shall present your project in a seminar, and you will also serve as opponent for the presentation of the work of another student. The written work produced will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon) and will be checked for plagiarism with the system Urkund Application code SLU-SLU-30157 Credits 30 HEC Subject Food Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Food Science. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Lena Dimberg Tel: +46-18-672047 Fax: +46-18-672995 E-mail: Lena.Dimberg@lmv.slu.se

FOREST SCIENCE

Independent project in Forest Science C Självständigt arbete i skogsvetenskap C In order to be accepted for the course, you should agree with the Department of Energy and Technology the choice of a supervisor(s), title and content of your work. The course includes some compulsory general lectures or seminars on oral presentation methodology, methods for literature search and scientific theory. You will apply this knowledge when you prepare your own work and when writing and presenting your own report. At the end of the course, you will present orally your own work as well as act as opponent on somebody else report. Your report will be published within the ëEpsilon’ system for electronic publishing at SLU and checked for plagiarism. Application code SLU-SLU-30142 Credits 15 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC in Forest Science. At least one course at the same level (C) as the independent project must be fulfilled connecting to the independent project. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted to the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme. Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

Forest Production for Multipurpose use Skogsproduktion för mångbruk The course gives in an international perspective, advanced knowledge about forest as a producer of wood, biofuel and utilities. Lectures are combined with group works.The ecological and silvicultural sustainable forest management and the conditions for Forest Yield in different climatic regions will be carefully treated. Other aspects are: conditions for tree growth and the influence of biotic and abiotic damages on forest yield. Computer models generating economical analyses of different

alternatives of forest management are used. Every student should present an individual written work about an important forest subject. After the completed course the student should be able to describe the yield capacity for tree species growing on different sites. The student should also be able to describe the management of a sustainable forestry in an ecological and silvicultural perspective and analyse different kinds of alternatives by computer models Application code SLU-SLU-30144 Credits 10 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Knowledge corresponding to 180 HEC, of which 90 HEC in one of the subjects Forest Science/ Forest Management/Biology/Soil Science/Environmental Science. This should include at least 20 HEC Biology and 10 HEC Forest Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information Replaces the course SG0011. Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-6738330 Fax: +46-18-673800 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

Independent project/degree project in Forest Science D Självständigt arbete i skogsvetenskap D 30 hp In order to be accepted for the course, you should agree with the Department of Energy and Technology the choice of a supervisor(s), title and content of your work. The course includes some compulsory general lectures or seminars on oral presentation methodology, methods for literature search and scientific theory. You will apply this knowledge when you prepare your own work and when writing and presenting your own report. At the end of the course, you will present orally your own work as well as act as opponent on somebody else report. Your report will be published within the ëEpsilon’ system for electronic publishing at SLU and checked for plagiarism. Application code SLU-SLU-30143 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in Forest Science. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school.

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Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme. Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (15 HEC). Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-40084 Credits 5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime, distance Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. The equivalent of 180 HEC, where of 90 HEC in one of the subjects Forest Science, Soil Science or Biology. At least 15 HEC in Forest Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Mats Olsson Tel: +46-18-672213 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: Mats.Olsson@mark.slu.se

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MATHEMATICAL STATISTICS

Analysis of categorical data Analys av kategoriska data The course deals with contingency tables, chisquare test, Fisher’s exact test and generalized linear models, especially logistic regression och loglinear models. Planning and dimensioning of experiments and examples of applications and critical studies of statistical analysis is also included together with statistical analysis by the SAS computer package. Application code SLU-SLU-30131 Credits 5 HEC Subject Mathematical Statistics Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 120 HEC including mathematics 5 HEC and statistics 5 HEC. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Additional information The course is mainly intended for Master students, but it may also be taken by graduate students. Course organiser Claudia von Brömssen Tel: +46-18-671720 Fax: +46E-mail: claudia.von.bromssen@ekon.slu.se

The Practice and Theory of Rural Development Landsbygdsutvecklingens teori och praktik Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Application code SLU-SLU-40098 Credits 15 HEC Subject Rural Development Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 30 HEC at advanced level within Rural Development. Knowledge equivalent to english A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Alex Arevalo Tel: +46-18-671953 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Alex.Arevalo@sol.slu.se

Master thesis in Rural Development and Natural Resource Management Master thesis in Rural Development and Natural Resource Management Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme The course enables students to use formerly acquired knowledge in order to independently and scientifically analyse practices of rural development and natural resource management at an advanced level. Through the independent thesis work, the student will increase his/her ability to formulate, delimit and investigate practices of rural development and natural resource management. Students focus on a subject-related specialization within the field of study and are supervised by a specialist within the subject. Application code SLU-SLU-30178 Credits 30 HEC Subject Rural Development Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Eligible students should have successfully completed advanced courses corresponding to 90 HEC at the master’s degree level. Knowledge equivalent to English B (Swedish educational system), English 550 or higher TOEFL or English 5,5 or higher IELTS. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen.

Uppsala

With this course you will get insight into the concept of sustainable forest management and procedures of forest certification.These are topics that belong to the most salient cross-cutting themes in forestry throughout the world today. The course will elucidate how regions and different countries in the world are part of international agreements and have developed criteria and indicators for sustainable forest management, and means of forest certification. The course is international and will interact with universities and students in USA.You will have great possibilities to improve your international network. A strong focus will be put on conditions in Sweden where forestry industries contribute with a net export value of about 40 % of the total net export, and where environmental concern is a key word and certification commonly practised. Principles and methods for sustainable forestry and certification in Sweden will be discussed.

Application code SLU-SLU-30307 Credits 15 HEC Subject Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 50%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 120 HEC including 60 HEC in Forest Science. At least one course at level G2F must be fulfilled connecting to the independent project. Additional information The written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted to the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme. Course organiser Tord Johansson Tel: +46-18-673830 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tord.Johansson@et.slu.se

RURAL DEVELOPMENT

Spring 2011

Sustainable Forestry and Certification in an International Perspective Uthålligt skogsbruk och certifiering i ett internationellt perspektiv

Independent project in Forest Science (G2E) Självständigt arbete i skogsvetenskap (G2E)

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The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and accepted. Course organiser Örjan Bartholdson Tel: +46-18-673395 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Orjan.Bartholdson@sol.slu.se

Development Studies U-landskunskap – en introduktion

Spring 2011

This course links different subject areas and gives an integrated view of developing countries, emphasising rural development. The course illuminates a number of areas such as history, religion, gender roles, politics, economics, food supply, health, population, natural resources, etc. Application code SLU-SLU-30192 Credits 15 HEC Subject Rural Development Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 90 HEC university studies. Course organiser Örjan Bartholdson Tel: +46-18-673395 Fax: +46-18-673512 E-mail: Orjan.Bartholdson@sol.slu.se

Uppsala

SOIL SCIENCE

Biogeochemistry – element cycles and climate change Biogeokemi – kretslopp och klimatförändringar A changing climate, acidification and eutrofication are examples of how man has created serious environmental damage by disturbing global element cycles. Increased understanding of biogeochemical processes and quantitative description and analysis of element cycles can help us understand these problems, find possible solutions and prioritize interventions in order to get best possible effect on the environment. In this course we start by learning about global biogeochemical cycles and how they have been influenced by man. We continue with quantitative analysis of different element cycles using examples with green-house gas emissions, forest soil acidification and cycling of ecotoxic substances like heavy metals. Application code SLU-SLU-40081 Credits 5 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master

Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Forest Science, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geosciences, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 20 HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Soil Science or Geosciences. English skills corresponding to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20 HEC in Biology, at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 30 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Erik Karltun Tel: +46-18-671277 Fax: +46-18-673470 E-mail: Erik.Karltun@mark.slu.se

Watershed management with focus on eutrophication Vattenvård för minskad eutrofiering Water is one of our most important natural resources and there will always be a demand for knowledge of how to manage this limited resource. Eutrophication of inland waters and coastal areas and pollution of groundwater are among the most serious problems relating to human activities in the landscape, and are the focus of this course. Invited lecturers provide an insight into different types of water management career in society, some of which may be the future employment of students taking this course. The course will provide students with comprehensive knowledge of how eutrophication affects aquatic ecosystems. The importance of different pollution sources caused by human activities (agriculture, forestry and wastewater from urban and rural treatment plants and facilities) in a watershed will also be evaluated, in combination with development of suitable remediation programmes using a source apportionment model. Application code SLU-SLU-30166 Credits 10 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 65%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to 180 HEC including 90 HEC in one of the subjects Biology, Agricultural Science, Soil Science, Geoscience, Environmental Science, Technology. This should include at least 10 HEC in Biology and at least 15 HEC in Chemistry and at least 15 HEC in Soil Science or Geoscience. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. As an alternative to the above, equivalent to 120 HEC including at least 20

HEC in Biology and at least 20 HEC in Chemistry and at least 30 HEC in Soil Science. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Helena Aronsson Tel: +46-18-672466 Fax: +46-18-673846 E-mail: Helena.Aronsson@mark.slu.se

Independent project/degree project in Soil Science E Självständigt arbete i markvetenskap E To be accepted on the course, you must have chosen a subject and have a supervisor. The course contains lectures and seminars about presentation techniques, information gathering and scientific theory. These will be used later in the production of your dissertation and when you present your work for the other students and teachers. At the end of the course, you shall present your project in a seminar and you will also serve as opponent for the presentation of the work of another student. The written work produced will be published in the SLU electronic publishing system (Epsilon) and will be checked for plagiarism with the system Urkund. Application code SLU-SLU-30165 Credits 30 HEC Subject Soil Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Soil Science. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme (this is for students admitted after July 1, 2007). Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Ingmar Messing Tel: +46-18-671173 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: ingmar.messing@mark.slu.se

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Project- Soil and water management Projekt- Uthållig mark- och vattenanvändning

TECHNIQUE

Geographical Information Systems II Geografiska informationssystem II The course presents geographical information systems (GIS) as a tool for planning, implementing, and presenting projects of spatial and temporal dimensions. It focuses on systems and processes that may be referenced to the earth, although its principles are applicable to any coordinate system. Upon analysing such systems and processes, it comprises inferential techniques in addition to basic GIS usage. Applied on vectorized as well as rasterized information, the course contains elements of cartography, geodesy, database techniques, international map-base standards, international GIS law, spatial analysis, and spatial modelling. Application code SLU-SLU-30145 Credits 5 HEC Subject Technique, Technology

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Bioenergy – Technology and Systems Bioenergy – Technology and Systems The course aim at providing knowledge concerning various bioenergy assortments: wood fuel from forest, fuel from farmland, waste and transport fuel such as biogas and different oils. The course covers the whole biofuel chain from the source to the end-user, covering primary production, characterisation of raw material, harvest techniques, logistic systems and upgrading. The course also provides further knowledge on electricity and heat production as well as transport fuel from biomass. In addition to lectures, the course includes laboratory work and exercises in solving practical problems related to the theoretical part of the course. A number of excursions to relevant locations are also intended. Application code SLU-SLU-30147 Credits 10 HEC Subject Technique, Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to at least 120 credits, of which 80 credits in technology/technique. In addition student must have a minimum of 5 credits in chemistry and 5 credits in biology. Knowledge equivalent of Swedish B from Upper Secondary School. Additional information The courses Thermal Energy Technologies, 5HEC; Thermochemical Conversion, 5 HEC; and Energy and Life Cycle Assessment, 5 HEC, or equivalent knowledge, are recommended. Course organiser Raida Jirjis Tel: +46-18-672524 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Raida.Jirjis@et.slu.se

In order to be accepted for the course, you should agree with the Department of Energy and Technology the choice of a supervisor(s), title and content of your work. The course includes some compulsory general lectures or seminars on oral presentation methodology, methods for literature search and scientific theory. You will apply this knowledge when you prepare your own work and when writing and presenting your own report. At the end of the course, you will present orally your own work as well as act as opponent on somebody else report. Your report will be published within the ëEpsilon’ system for electronic publishing at SLU and checked for plagiarism using ëUrkund’ system. Application code SLU-SLU-30141 Credits 30 HEC Subject Technology Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-03/06/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to 30 hp at advanced level (A1N, A1F) in Technology. Approved Bachelor thesis/Independent project in the first cycle or a Degree of Bachelor. Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school. Additional information The approved written report shall be published within SLU’s system for electronic publishing (Epsilon) and checked for plagiarism. To be accepted at the course the student has to have an agreement with the department responsible for supervision about supervisor and subject for the study. Regarding specific requirements for individual programs is referred to the supplement of the study programme of the programme. Section Implementation: Exception from compulsoriness can be accepted for moments that have already been accomplished for example in connection with independent work in the first cycle (G2E 15 HEC). Course organiser Alfredo de Toro Tel: +46-18-671846 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Alfredo.de.Toro@et..slu.se

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-40106 Credits 5 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 28/03/11-03/06/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to at least 30 HEC within the masters programme Soil and Water management. English skills equivalent to English A from upper secondary school. Course organiser Maria Kahlert Tel: +46-18-673145 Fax: +46-18-673156 E-mail: maria.kahlert@vatten.slu.se

TECHNOLOGY

Independent project/degree project in technology E Självständigt arbete i teknologi E

Spring 2011

An important part of most academic professions is the ability to make clear and concise oral and written presentations. Equally important is also the ability to work independently combining both new and old knowledge in problem-solving. This course will focus on both of these subjects. As one part of the course, each student will perform an independent, in-depth study of a contemporary problem under the supervision of a researcher or teacher. The independent study will build upon experience gained from earlier courses in the programme. During the other part of the course, lectures and exercises will demonstrate written and oral presentation techniques, as well as how to perform critical, but constructive reviews. Presentation of the project-work is thus an important part of this course.

Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 17/01/11-25/03/11, 35%, daytime Prerequisites Knowledge equivalent to English B from upper secondary school is required as from the academic year 2009/10. Equivalent to university studies 120 HEC whereof 90 Hec in any subject. Course organiser Tomas Thierfelder Tel: +46-18-671793 Fax: +46-18-673529 E-mail: Tomas.Thierfelder@et.slu.se

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Alnarp

Summer 2011

Summer 2011 ZOOLOGY

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för sydsvensk skogsvetenskap Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50006 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Alnarp Time 07/06/11-31/08/11 12 HEC 60%, 01/09/11-22/ 12/11 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen.

More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

Prerequisites The equivalent to: Degree of BSc and at least 15 HEC in Forest Management at advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Eric Agestam Tel: +46-40-415192 Fax: +46-40-462325 E-mail: eric.agestam@ess.slu.se

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Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/11-08/07/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of: 60 HEC in Biology or in Forest Science and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The number of students is limited to 25. Course organiser Anders Granström Tel: +46-90-7868339 Fax: +46-90-7868166 E-mail: Anders.Granstrom@svek.slu.se

Fire Management II Fire Management II

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Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50010 Credits 30 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/11-27/08/11 12 HEC 65%, 30/08/11-22/ 12/11 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The equivalence to 15 HEC Biology advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. Other course literature is determined by the responsible teacher. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU”. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Anders Jäderlund Tel: +46-90-7868466 Fax: +46-90-7868163 E-mail: Anders.Jaderlund@svek.slu.se

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50011 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/11-27/08/11 12 HEC 65%, 30/08/11-22/ 12/11 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 15 HEC Forest Management advanced level and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Ecology and Silviculture. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Göran Hallsby Tel: +46-90-7868470 Fax: +46-90-7868414 E-mail: Goran.Hallsby@ssko.slu.se

Umeå

Application code SLU-SLU-50013 Credits 7.5 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 11/07/11-27/08/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The course Fire Management I, 7,5 HEC, or the equivalent and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Additional information The number of participants is limited to 20 Course organiser Anders Granström Tel: +46-90-7868339 Fax: +46-90-7868166 E-mail: Anders.Granstrom@svek.slu.se

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Ecology and Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel

Summer 2011

The course develops the skills of the participants in the use of fire as a tool in silviculture and nature conservation, i. e. how to implement fire and how to evaluate the results of fire management. The course covers the prospects for fire management in different parts of Sweden as well as internationally, through lectures and literature reading concentrating on fuel conditions, fire risk assessment, the historic role of fire and the habitat requirements of the fire-dependent biota. An outline of legislation and responsibilities is given. The results of prescribed fires and wildfires within forest reserves and production forests are analysed during an excursion from Umeå to central Sweden. A main element of the course is the development of a long-term fire management plan for a large reserve area or forest management district. The fire management plan shall be based on detailed field investigations.

Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture Examensarbete i Biologi vid inst för skogens ekologi och skötsel

Umeå

Summer 2011

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Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Resource Management Examensarbete i Skogshushållning vid inst för skoglig resurshushållning

Bachelor degree thesis in biology, Dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental studies C Examensarbete i biologi vid institutionen för Vilt, Fisk och Miljö C

Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

Upon completion of the thesis, the student will have: – used previously acquired knowledge in order to independently solve a problem at advanced level – acquired a subject-related specialization within the actual field of study – acquired an in depth scientific understanding of different theoretical and methodological assumptions – developed scientifically working methods, which includes the ability to discover and formulate a problem, the collection of relevant data and to solve the problem within a given time – acquired an in-depth ability to communicate scientifically, i.e. being able to write in a correct, well-structured and interesting way, and to orally present the results. Application code SLU-SLU-50016 Credits 30 HEC Subject Forest Management Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/11-31/08/11 12 HEC 60%, 01/09/11-22/ 12/11 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites 15 HEC advanced level in Forest Management and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Resource Management. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Dag Fjeld Tel: +46-90-7868479 Fax: +46-90-778116 E-mail: dag.fjeld@srh.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-50009 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/11-30/06/11 4,5 HEC 100%, 01/07/1128/08/11 10,5 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites 60 HEC in Biology. Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information A work plan must be written and approved before the thesis work can start. The thesis may be written in English or in Swedish. Course organiser Lars Edenius Tel: +46-90-7868341 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: lars.edenius@vfm.slu.se

Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/11-28/08/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent to: 90 HEC in Biology or Forest Science and Englis B (TOEFL score minimum 550/Computer score 220/IELTS score of 6.0). If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Jean-Michel Roberge Tel: +46-90-7868359 Fax: +46-90-7868162 E-mail: Jean-Michel.Roberge@vfm.slu.se

Project based advanced course in biology at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology Projektbaserad fördjupningskurs i biologi vid Institutionen för skoglig genetik och växtfysiologi This is a project based individual course where the student, in cooperation with the supervisor, identifies a suitable problem and accomplishes an individual project with support from the supervisor. Compulsory parts, such as lectures, exercises, study visits, field studies and/or literature studies may occur. The student will account for his/her work in a report that will be graded according to introduction to the question at issue, formulation of problem, description of method, data processing, conclusions, use of literature, linguistic usage, and the extent of irrelevant text. Besides this the student will orally account for his/her work at a seminar. Application code SLU-SLU-50015 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology Level and depth Master Language English Location Umeå Time 07/06/11-27/08/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites 90 HEC in Biology. If the accomplishment of the course needs particular qualifications, specific courses can be requested. Course organiser Karin Ljung Tel: +46-90-7868355 Fax: +46-90-7868165 E-mail: Karin.Ljung@genfys.slu.se

Application code SLU-SLU-50008 Credits 15 HEC Subject Biology, Forest Science Level and depth Master

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Master thesis in Business Administration at the dept of Forest Products Examensarbete i Företagsekonomi vid inst för skogens produkter Only open for students accepted to an exchange programme

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Application code SLU-SLU-50023 Credits 5 HEC Subject Soil Science, Environmental Science Level and depth Bachelor Language English Location Uppsala Time 04/07/11-29/07/11, 100%, daytime Prerequisites The equivalent of 60 HEC in one of the subjects Environmental Science or Soil Science. 15 HEC in Biology or Forest Science can be included. Additional information The course is given in Sweden or in any country in Europe every second year and in co-operation with Purdue University, Indiana, USA, and North Carolina State University in Raleigh, USA with approx. half of the number of students from Sweden/Europe and half from USA. Teachers from USA and Sweden jointly participate during all parts of the programme. During the first week over-viewing lectures within the thematic area are given. Also student themes and tasks will be established during this phase. Lectures are given in communication, cooperation and interview techniques. The following two weeks encompass an excursion, about two weeks long, with field visits and meetings with authorities and land-use stakeholders. The last week is spent on team-work compilation. The course ends with team-work presentation and discussions in seminars. The students will have to cover costs for travelling and lodging. Course organiser Mats Olsson Tel: +46-18-672213 Fax: +46-18-672795 E-mail: Mats.Olsson@mark.slu.se

Uppsala

Application code SLU-SLU-50014 Credits 30 HEC Subject Business Administration Level and depth Master Language English Location Uppsala Time 07/06/11-31/08/11 12 HEC 60%, 01/09/11-22/ 12/11 18 HEC 100%; daytime Prerequisites 15 HEC advanced level in Business Administration and English B (TOEFL score minimum 550 / Computer score 220 / IELTS score of 6.0). Special demands for special thesis may occur. Additional information The main part of the literature consists of scientific papers that the student independently finds and in cooperation with the supervisor judge as relevant to the project chosen. More detailed information about master thesis is to be found in the report “Instruktion för Examensarbete vid Fakulteten för skogsvetenskap, SLU” and from the the deptartment of Forest Products. The Master thesis may start when the WORK PLAN is established and acknowledged. Course organiser Lars Lönnstedt Tel: +46-18-162496 Fax: +46-18E-mail: Lars.Lonnstedt@sprod.slu.se

Joint course for students from USA and Sweden, and with teachers from both countries, with the objective to give a holistic and thematic view on sustainable use and management of natural resources at different geographic, ecological and social conditions. A ca. 2 weeks mid-course excursion is included. The theme may change slightly from year to year. Emphasis is put on team work, communication and presentation techniques and cultural exchange.

Summer 2011

Sustainable Use of Natural Resources, International Course Uthålligt nyttjande av naturresurser, internationell kurs

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Course Index

Course Index A

Advanced Digital Landscape Analysis with GIS . . . . . . . . .70 Advanced Feed Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Advanced Natural Resource and Environmental Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Advanced Nutritional Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Advanced Plant Breeding and Genetic Resources . . . . . . .25 Agricultural Cropping systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Agricultural Policy and International Trade . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Agroecology Basics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Analysis of categorical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Analytical Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56 Animal Food Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Animal Nutrition and Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Anthrozoology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Applied Animal Behaviour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 Applied Crop Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68 Applied Demand and Supply Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Applied Econometrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91 Applied Economic Modelling for Policy Analysis . . . . . . . .24 Applied Environmental Assessment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93 Applied insect ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Applied Plant Biotechnology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67 Applied population biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Applied Population Ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Appropriate Technologies for Developing Countries . . . . .65

Cattle Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45, 83 Communication Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Communicative Skills and Facilitation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Comparative Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Computational Life Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Conservation Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47, 80 Contaminated soils – Risk Assessment and Remediation 50 Cooperatives and Other Agri-Food Systems . . . . . . . . . . . 88 Cost Benefit Analysis of Agricultural and Environmental Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Cryptogams and Nature Conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

B Bachelor degree thesis in biology, Dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental studies C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 35, 73, 74, 102 Bachelor degree thesis in Forest Management, Dept of Forest Products, C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Basic Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45 Bees, Apiculture and Pollination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Behavioural Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82 Behavioural physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83 Bioenergy - Technology and Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99 Biogeochemistry - element cycles and climate change . .98 Bioinformatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49 Biological Waste Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65 Biology and Biotechnology in Forest Production Systems .72 Biology and production of agricultural plants . . . . . . . . . .84 Biology of Lactation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Broadleaves: Ecology, Nature Conservation, Silviculture . .69

D Dairy Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Database and Dataprocessing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Degree Project for MSc Thesis in Horticulture 26, 28, 68, 69 Degree project in biology, Dep. of Biomedicine and Veterinary Public Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51, 87 Degree Project in the Masterprogramme Urban Landscape Dynamics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 71 Design project - Composition and Materiality . . . . . . . . . . 29 Design Project - Site, Concept and Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Development Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Digital Landscape Visualisation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70 Disease Genetics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Diseases and pests of forest trees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85 Dog and Cat Nutrition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Dogs and Cats - Genetics, Health and Reproduction . . . . 45 Dynamic Vegetation Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

E Ecological concepts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Ecological methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Ecology & Management of Diseases and Pests of Forest Trees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Ecology of Production Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Econometrics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Ecotoxicology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93 Environmental and Social Responsibility Marketing . . . . . 53 Environmental Impact Assessment - Survey Course . . . . 58 Environmental Impact Assessment, advanced course . . . 94 Environmental Issues in Crop Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Environmental Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

Environmental Monitoring Analysis, Prognoses and Communication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Environmental Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 91 Environmental Risk Management and Accounting . . . . . . 89 Ethics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90 Ethological methods and experimental design . . . . . . . . . 46 Experimental Microbiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24, 50, 86

F Faunistics of Forest Animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Financial Accounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 Fire Management I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 100 Fire Management II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 101 Fish and Wildlife Census Techniques . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Fish and Wildlife Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Food Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Food in Europe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Forest environment and conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Forest History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Forest Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Forest Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Forest Production for Multipurpose use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Forest Remote Sensing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Forest Vegetation Ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Functional Plant Genomics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

G Gene regulation in Eukaryotic cells . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86 Genetic diversity and plant breeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Genetic engineering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Genetically modified organisms and lab animal science . 49 Genome Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Geographic Analysis (using GIS and other tools) II . . . . . 65 Geographic Information Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Geographical Information Systems II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 GIT II (Geographical Information technology II) . . . . . . . . 42 Governance of Natural Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Green Roofs in Urban Areas: Design and Construction . . 30

H Horticultural Markets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Human Dimensions of Fish and Wildlife Management . . . 74

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L Landscape ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Landscape in transition - impacts of and adoptation to climate change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Landscape Project Studio – advanced course . . . . . . . . . Landscape Theory in Architectural and Planning Practice Learning, Perspectives, and Knowledge in Natural Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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M Macroeconomic Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Man, society and the environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 Marketing of Wood Products - International Course . . . . 32 Master degree thesis in Biology at the dept of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies . . . . . . . . . . 20, 22, 34, 37, 75 Master Project in Landscape Architecture . . . . . . . . . 29, 70 Master Project in Landscape Planning . . . . . . . . . . . . 30, 71 Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture . . . . . . . 20, 34, 73, 101 Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology . . 33, 37, 75, 76 Master thesis in Biology at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre . . . . . . . 18 Master thesis in Biology at the School for Forest Engineers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19, 32, 72

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Master thesis in Business Administration at the dept of Forest Economics . . . . . . . . . . . 38, 76, 77 Master thesis in Business Administration at the dept of Forest Products . . . . . . . . . 52, 88, 89, 103 Master thesis in Environmental Sciences at the dept of Forest Resource Management . . . . . .40, 77 Master thesis in Forest Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26 Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Ecology and Management . . . . . 20, 40, 78, 101 Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Economics . . . . . 21, 41, 42, 79, 81 Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Forest Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 41, 79, 102 Master thesis in Forest Management at the dept of Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18, 27, 68, 100 Master thesis in Forest Managment at the dept of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology . .41, 79 Master Thesis in Integrated Water Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Master thesis in Rural Development and Natural Resource Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97 Master thesis in Soil Sciences at the dept of Forest Ecology and Silviculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Mathematical Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44 Meat Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Microbial Ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86 Microeconomic Theory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Molecular Ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Molecular Evolution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87 Multivariate Data Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .81

N National and International Forest Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69 Natural Products Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55 Natural Resource and Environmental Economics . . . . . . .55

P People and Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Philosophy of Science and Interlinked Research Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63 Pig Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46, 84 Planning for Sustainability - Theories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62 Planning in Sustainable Forest Management . . . . . . . . . .27 Planning Project - Driving Forces and Contemporary Tendencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Planning Project - Large Scale Structures, Analysis and EIA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Plant Biotechnology and Molecular Breeding . . . . . . . . . .74 Plant Cell and Molecular Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35, 36 Plant Food Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .95 Plant Growth and Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Plant pathology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48 Plant Pathology in a Changing World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23 Plant physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84 Plant-microbe interactions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85 Plants and fungi: species knowledge and nature conservation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47 Policy Evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .92 Poultry Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45, 82

Practice and Thesis Work in Environmental Communication and Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Principles of Crop Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Probability Theory and Statistical Inference . . . . . . . . . . . 92 Production and Utilization of Forage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87 Production Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Project based advanced course at Dept. of Wildlife, Fish, and Environmental Studies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21, 35, 74, 102 Project based advanced course in biology at the Department of Forest Genetics and Plant Physiology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22, 38, 76, 102 Project course: Pollutant-effects in the environment . . . . 94 Project Management and Process Facilitation . . . . . . . . . 67 Project Management in Research and Business Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Project- Soil and water management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 99 Protection and welfare of animals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Protein Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Q Quantitative Finance - Theory and Applications . . . . . . . . 54 Quantitative Methods in Economics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

R Research Methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Risk assessment of pollutants in soils and waters . . . . . . 58 Rurality, Livelihood and Gender . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

S Safe Nutrient Recycling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Sampling and Data Acquisition . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Scientific Methods, Tools and Thesis Writing . . . . . . . . . . 67 Silviculture - Advanced Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Site Productivity and Production Ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Society, nature and change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Soil and Water Chemistry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Soil Biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52 Soils of the World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Spatial Statistics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Stakeholder Facilitation in Project and Conflict Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 Statistical Methods for Environmental Analysis . . . . . . . . 78 Statistics for Biologists I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Statistics for Biologists II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Strategic Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Sustainable Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Sustainable Development and Environmental Policy . . . . . 59 Sustainable Forestry and Certification in an International Perspective . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Sustainable Forestry in Southern Sweden . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Sustainable Management of Boreal Forests . . . . . . . . . . . 81 Sustainable natural resource management . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Sustainable Use of Natural Resources in the USA, International Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Sustainable Use of Natural Resources, International Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 103 Systemic Aspects of Farming Systems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Systems analysis for sustainable development . . . . . . . . . 66

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Independent project Degree project in Business Administration D . . . . . 53, 89 Independent Project Degree Project in Economics D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56, 91 Independent project /degree project in Biology E . . . 52, 88 Independent Project /Degree Project in Economics D 56, 92 Independent project /degree project in Food Science E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60, 96 Independent project in Forest Science (G2E) . . . . . . 61, 97 Independent project in Forest Science C . . . . . . . . . . 60, 96 Independent Project/Degree Project in Business Administration D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53, 90 Independent Project/Degree Project in Business Administration E . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54, 90 Independent project/degree project in Chemistry E . 55, 90 Independent Project/Degree Project in Economics E 57, 93 Independent Project/Degree Project in Environmental Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59, 94 Independent project/degree project in Forest Science D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61, 96 Independent project/degree project in Soil Science E 64, 98 Independent project/degree project in technology E . 66, 99 Industrial biotechnology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Infrastructures for sustainable forest landscape management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72 Innovations in Nordic Forest Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Insect biology and diversity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Insect Chemical Ecology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Integrated Landscape Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Interdisciplinary methods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94 International Food System Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 International Silviculture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80 Introduction to Masters study . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Introduction to Urban Landscape Dynamics . . . . . . . . . . 29

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T The Biology and Use of the Horse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46 The Cultural Heritage of Landscape Architecture . . . . . . .29 The Practice and Theory of Rural Development . . . . . . . . .97 Theme course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Time Series Analysis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44, 92 Topics in microeconomics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57 Toxicology, General Pathology and Pharmacology . . . . . .84 Trends in European Forestry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Tropical Livestock Production . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

V Veterinary infection biology, parasitology and mycology, 15HEC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88 Virology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 Viticulture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Course Index

Water and solute transport in the soil-plant-system . . . . .64 Water management, soil conservation and land evaluation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .64 Watershed management with focus on eutrophication . . .98 Wildlife biology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Wood Raw Materials: Production, Properties and Use . . .81 Work Science - Applied Work Science . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71 Work Science - Work, Health and Leadership . . . . . . .31, 71

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