Program Overview
The Ecotoxicology at University of Gothenburg Faculty of Science is a MSc programme in Sweden. This programme provides advanced academic training at postgraduate level.
Key Program Features
- Degree: MSc
- Language: English
- Duration: 24 months
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Ecotoxicology programme are prepared for diverse careers in their chosen field. A MSc from University of Gothenburg Faculty of Science opens doors to roles in academia, industry, and public sector.
Program Curriculum
The programme is structured in three parts:
• Introduction: Fundamentals of Ecotoxicology; Environmental Impact Assessment
• Core courses: Chemical Risk Assessment; Physiological and Molecular Ecotoxicology; Ecotoxicology from an Ecological Perspective
• Individual thesis project: One year as a member in a research team or specialized courses in fundamental or applied environmental science and a shorter thesis project.
Mandatory courses are highly interactive and utilize lectures, group projects, exercises (including quizzes, computer exercises, fieldwork, and a large proportion of lab work) and presentations (written reports, oral presentations, poster productions, etc.).
During your thesis work, you are part of ongoing research activities, including internal and external collaborations of your research group. You will have the opportunity to participate in workshops and national & international conferences together with your supervisor and be introduced to their contact networks.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Entrance Requirements
- Bachelor of Science (or equivalent) from a university including at least 90 hec in biology and chemistry (with a minimum of 30 hec in biology and 30 hec in chemistry). The course ES1305, 15 hec (or ES1303, 7.5 hec + ES1304, 7.5 hec) can be counted within the requested 90 hec above. These prerequisites can be waived if an applicant has verifiable equivalent knowledge/skills. Applicants must prove their knowledge of English: English 6/English B from Swedish Upper Secondary School or the equivalent level of an internationally recognized test, for example TOEFL, IELTS.
- Selection: Selection is based upon the number of credit points from previous university studies, maximum 225 hec.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 28362 (International)
EUR 28362 (International)
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Gothenburg Faculty of Science directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information.
About University of Gothenburg Faculty of Science
University of Gothenburg Faculty of Science
Gothenburg, Sweden
The Faculty of Science at the University of Gothenburg is a major academic division within one of Sweden’s leading public research universities. The faculty delivers high-quality education and...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2018-01-16
- Start Date 2018-08-28
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 120