Program Overview

Program Overview

The Aquatic Chemistry program is a 15-credit course offered at Umeå University. It is a full-time, on-campus program that focuses on chemical reactions in natural aquatic systems, with an emphasis on metal complexes in biological and geochemical systems.

Program Details

• Type: Course, first cycle
• Study pace: Full time
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-56000

About the Course

The course describes chemical reactions in natural aquatic systems, with a focus on metal complexes in biological and geochemical systems. An important element is the analysis and modeling of metal ion speciation to understand bio-uptake, toxicity, and transport. Reactions at surfaces are important in systems with biological macromolecules and in common minerals and will be treated. Laboratory exercises to characterize chemical processes in aqueous environments are an integral part of the course.

Eligibility

• Fundamentals of Chemistry (15 ECTS, 5KE080), or the equivalent
• Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English 6/B
• Where the language of instruction is Swedish, applicants must prove proficiency in Swedish to the level required for basic eligibility for higher studies

Selection

• Academic credits
• Application

Application and Tuition Fees

• Application fee: SEK 900
• Tuition fee, first instalment: SEK 38,075
• Total fee: SEK 38,075

Program Schedule

• Starts: 3 November 2025
• Ends: 18 January 2026
• Number of credits: 15 credits
• Type of studies: On site
• Study pace: 100%
• Teaching hours: Daytime
• Study location: Umeå
• Language: English

Additional Information

Umeå University is certified as a Healthy Campus, with many initiatives that promote health and well-being. The university is also ranked #1 globally in the main categories of Living, Support, and Overall Satisfaction. The Aquatic Chemistry program is part of a vibrant academic community where high-quality education meets groundbreaking research in science, technology, humanities, and the arts.