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Program Overview

The Food and Landscape master's program is a two-year, 120-credit course that explores the relationship between food, people, and places. The program is taught in English and is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of the connections between food, culture, and the environment.

Program Description

The program combines the perspectives of landscape architecture, food studies, and sustainability to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the complex relationships between food, people, and places. Students will learn about the planning, design, and management of urban and rural landscapes, as well as the cultural and critical dimensions of food.

Program Structure

The program is divided into two years, with the first year focusing on the introduction to food studies and landscape architecture. The second year builds on this foundation, with a focus on critical food studies, project-based learning, and a master's thesis.

Courses

The program includes a range of courses, such as:

• Foodscapes 1: Food studies and landscape
• Foodscapes 2: Critical food studies
• Produktionssystem
• Agroekologi
• Ekonomiska incitament
• Konsumentbeteende
• Planeringsgrunder
• Urban odling för sociala och andra värden

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must meet the following requirements:

• A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (such as natural sciences, social sciences, humanities, technology, or food and meal sciences)
• English language proficiency (equivalent to English 6)
• A minimum of 90 credits in a relevant field

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue a range of career opportunities, such as:

• Strategist in food, sustainability, and development
• Developer in tourism and marketing
• Entrepreneur in gastronomy and food entrepreneurship
• Researcher in food studies and sustainability

Exam and Degree

The program leads to a master's degree in food studies, with a focus on the relationships between food, people, and places. The degree is awarded after the completion of 120 credits, including a master's thesis.

Research Areas

The program is connected to current research in food studies and sustainability, with a focus on the following areas:

• Food systems and sustainability
• Landscape architecture and urban planning
• Food culture and critical food studies
• Agroecology and rural development

Study Environment

The program is based at the SLU Alnarp campus, which is located near the city of Malmö. The campus offers a unique study environment, with a strong focus on sustainability and food systems.

Student Life

SLU offers a range of student activities and organizations, including student unions, sports teams, and cultural events. Students can also participate in internships, study abroad programs, and research projects.

Program Facts

• Level: Master's level
• Language: English
• Duration: 2 years (120 credits)
• Study location: Alnarp
• Study pace: Full-time
• Study form: On-campus
• Number of places: 25
• Application code: 81197 (for Swedish students), 81198 (for international students)
• Admission requirements: Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, English language proficiency, and a minimum of 90 credits in a relevant field.