Gain deep knowledge on natural resource use in Europe and its effects on and relationships with environment and society
Learn about principles in current European environmental management
The compulsory mobility gives you opportunities to develop a wide professional network, facilitating relevant and interesting work opportunities all over Europe
Course scope: 2 years, 120 credits
Study location: Uppsala
This programme is perfect if you would like a European double Master’s degree focusing on the relationships between natural resource uses in Europe and their effects on the environment and society.
Programme information
Europe has a long history of intensive use of natural resources and lessons on misuse and overuse of land and water resources. This has forced Europeans to pay strong attention to environmental deterioration and ecosystem vulnerability. Europe is therefore at the cutting edge with respect to environmental research, its use in monitoring, control, legislation, policy and management actions, and development of environmental technology.
This programme, which is a collaboration between four renowned European universities, gives you in-depth knowledge about the environment and the sustainable use of natural resources. All this studied with an international perspective based on environmental planning, management, assessment, research and sustainable development.
The programme has five different specialisations to choose from; three of these are available at SLU: - water resources, - soil resources and land use and - environmental management. You will study your first year at one of the EnvEuro universities and your second year at another, giving you a Master’s degree from both universities.
Attracting students from all over the world, the EnvEuro programme will also give you the opportunity to build up a large network of contacts for the future. With a double Master's degree in environmental science, you will be able to work as an environmental science expert at universities, in governmental agencies, the private sector or NGOs — both in your home country or overseas. You will also be well equipped to continue your studies towards a PhD for a career.
What makes the international Master's programme EnvEuro unique?
You will earn a double degree in environmental science, with a European perspective.
You will study at two top universities in Europe, with a large selection of courses to tailor your studies.
You will get a large international network for your continued professional career.
Application process
To be enrolled in the double degree EnvEuro programme with SLU as home (first year) university, you must apply both at universityadmissions.se and at the EnvEuro consortium. See under FACTS & REQUIREMENTS below for more information.
If you want to study the first year at another of the EnvEuro partner universities, see the webpage of the EnvEuro consortium for how to apply.
Facts and requirements
Name:EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science
Level:Master
Language:English
Programme scope:2.0 year , 120.0 credits
Next start:HT 2025
Tuition Fees:Citizens of countries outside the EU/EEA and Switzerland are required to pay application and tuition fees.
First semester:78000
First semester half time:78000
Total:SEK 312000
Application deadline for international students:2025-01-15
Application deadline for Swedish students:2025-04-15
Study location:Uppsala
Pace of study:Full-time
Teaching form:On-campus
Number of admission places:6
Application code for Swedish students:81033
Application code for international students:81051
Requirements:
To get admitted to the double degree EnvEuro programme and eligible for the change of university for the second year, you need to make two applications:
Admission to the EnvEuro - European Master in Environmental Science requires a first-cycle qualification comprising 180 credits and including specialised studies in natural sciences i.e. biology, agricultural science, forest science, geology, environmental science or another natural science discipline. Applicants with equivalent qualifications obtained by means of a degree from another country, or with equivalent knowledge obtained in some other way, may also be regarded as fulfilling the specific entry requirements.
This programme is taught in English. The applicant must further have a level of English equivalent to upper secondary school English, called English 6. An applicant with a first-cycle qualification from SLU comprising 180 credits automatically fulfils this requirement. Special rules apply for applicants with qualifications from one of the Nordic countries and some English-speaking countries. Note that the EnvEuro consortium has higher requirements on English proficiency, which are mandatory for admission.
Specific requirements apply for admission to the individual courses included in the programme.
Degree:
Degree awarded on completion of the programme
Upon completion of the programme, the degree of Master of Science is awarded. Other general qualifications may be awarded, provided that the requirements for them are fulfilled. More information can be found in SLU´s degree regulations.
Students who fulfil the qualification requirements for a degree will be issued a degree certificate upon request. The degree certificate will specify the qualification as Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a Major in Environmental Science.
In addition to a degree from SLU, the student may apply for a degree (double degree) from one of the other participating universities.
Degree requirements
A degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in environmental science is awarded to students who fulfil the course requirements (courses with a Pass grade) of 120 credits, of which at least 90 credits at second-cycle level, according to the following:
at least 30 credits of courses with specialised study in the main field environmental science (A1N; A1F),
at least 30 credits from an independent project (degree project) in the main field environmental science (A2E).
In addition, the student must hold a degree of Bachelor or professional qualification of at least 180 credits or an equivalent qualification.
Requirements for a double degree:
To earn a degree from the EnvEuro consortium the following requirements must also be fulfilled:
pass on the course Environmental Management in Europe, distance course
at least 30 credits of elective courses according to an approved study plan,
at least 30 credits of courses at one of the other EnvEuro-universities,
successfully completed an independent project within environmental science according to an approved study plan and instructions from the EnvEuro consortium.
EnvEuro is a joint Master’s programme conducted by SLU Uppsala, Sweden, the University of Hohenheim, Germany, BOKU, Vienna, Austria and Wageningen University, The Netherlands. In their first year, students will study at their “home university” – which will be SLU if you are going to apply to the programme here. In the second year, students switch to one of the EnvEuro partner universities where they will also conduct their Master thesis project.
The programme contains the compulsory distance course Environmental Management in Europe which is taken by all programme students at half time during the first semester. However, the course begins with a compulsory physical meeting in connection with the EnvEuro kick-off in late August in Vienna (partly at your own expense). At this meeting, students will be able to meet other students, teaching staff and administrators from all four universities.
In the first semester, students select basic courses from a wide range of subjects, however the range vary depending on the chosen EnvEuro specialisation (see the EnvEuro consortium's website). SLU offers the following specialisations: - water resources, - soil resources and land use and - environmental management.
In the second semester, students select courses within their chosen specialisation. The third semester is spent at one of the partner universities where students will continue with the same or a different specialisation.
In the final semester, students will complete their Master thesis project. Students will be awarded a double degree in environmental science issued by both the home and host university.
Uppsala, Sweden's fourth-largest city, serves as the hub of SLU's educational activities. Situated just outside the city center, SLU's Uppsala campus offers a spacious, leafy, and picturesque environment. It is a fitting setting for Sweden's only agricultural university and possibly the most research-intensive university. With two universities in Uppsala, students can immerse themselves in a lively, dynamic, and stimulating atmosphere.
Career
Many former EnvEuro students work as experts in environmental science in European and governmental agencies, the private sector and NGOs. It is also common that graduates of the EnvEuro programme continues onto doctoral studies.
Studying abroad provides students with the opportunity to develop their intercultural skills, build professional networks and increase their knowledge of environmental science.
Degree awarded
Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a Major in Environmental Science.
