Program Overview

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Program Information

The Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences (SLU) offers a Forestry Foundation Year program, which provides an opportunity for students who lack the necessary qualifications to pursue a degree in Forestry. The program is offered in collaboration with Uppsala Vocational College, Stora Segerstad Agricultural College, and Torsta AB.

Program Description

The Forestry Foundation Year program is a one-year course that includes both theoretical and practical training. The program covers various aspects of forestry, including forest management, silviculture, and wood technology. Students will also participate in internships and practical training sessions to gain hands-on experience in the field.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for the program, students must meet the general admission requirements for higher education in Sweden. Additionally, students must have completed courses in mathematics, natural science, and social science.

Program Structure

The program consists of 40 weeks of study, including 20 weeks of theoretical training and 20 weeks of practical training. The theoretical training will cover topics such as forest ecology, silviculture, and wood technology, while the practical training will include internships and hands-on experience in forestry operations.

Courses

The program includes the following courses:

• Motor and chain saw operation
• Forest management
• Wood technology
• Terrain transportation
• Wood transport using forwarders

Practical Training

The practical training component of the program includes:

• Applied professional skills, workplace-based practical course 1
• Applied professional skills, workplace-based practical course 2
• Applied professional skills, workplace-based practical course 3
• Applied professional skills, workplace-based practical course 4
• Applied professional skills, workplace-based practical course 5

Guarantee of Admission to the Forestry Program

Students who complete the Forestry Foundation Year program with passing grades are guaranteed admission to the Forestry Program at SLU the following autumn semester.

Application and Admission

The application period for the program is typically in the spring, and admission decisions are made based on the student's qualifications and experience. Students can apply through the Swedish University Admissions website.

Program Locations

The Forestry Foundation Year program is offered at three locations:

• Uppsala Vocational College
• Stora Segerstad Agricultural College
• Torsta AB

Contact Information

For more information about the program, please contact the program coordinator or the admissions office at SLU.

Facts and Eligibility

• The program is 40 weeks long and includes 60 upper secondary school credits.
• The program starts in August, and the application code is 11005 for Uppsala Vocational College, 11004 for Stora Segerstad Agricultural College, and 11006 for Torsta AB.
• The program has 20 places available at Uppsala Vocational College, 20 places at Stora Segerstad Agricultural College, and 10 places at Torsta AB.

Study and Career Guidance

For questions about studies at SLU, please contact the study and career guidance office. They can provide information about the program, help with application procedures, and offer guidance on career choices.

Relating Pages

• Natural Sciences
• Basic Level
• Umeĺ
• Uppsala

SLU in Sweden

SLU has activities all over Sweden, with main campuses in Alnarp, Uppsala, and Umeĺ. SLU is environmentally certified according to ISO 14001.