Program Overview

Forest Ecology Program Details

The Forest Ecology program is a 15-credit course offered at Umeå University. The program focuses on the impact of abiotic and biotic factors on forest structure, growth, and dynamics, with a particular emphasis on boreal forests in Scandinavia.

Program Structure

• The program consists of three modules:
  • Module 1: Theory (8 credits) - An in-depth theory block focusing on the functional relationships between forest ecosystems and bio-geochemical processes.
  • Module 2: Excursions (2.5 credits) - Excursions to field experiments, natural and managed forests, demonstrating the impact of forestry on biodiversity and training in forest inventory techniques and species determination.
  • Module 3: Project work (4.5 credits) - A project work where students plan and perform a scientific study to test ecological hypotheses.

Eligibility and Selection

• Eligibility: 120 ECTS credits including 60 ECTS in Biology or equivalent knowledge. Proficiency in English equivalent to Swedish upper secondary course English B/6.
• Selection: Academic credits.

Application and Tuition Fees

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

Program Details

• Type: Course, second cycle
• Study pace: Full time
• Study location: Umeå
• Type of studies: On campus
• Language: English
• Application code: UMU-50104
• Starts: 1 September 2025
• Ends: 2 November 2025
• Number of credits: 15 credits
• Teaching hours: Daytime

Department and Research Area

• The course is given by the Department of Ecology, Environment and Geoscience.