Master's Programme in Earth Science - Physical Geography

About this programme

Do you want to learn about the forces and processes that shape Earth's surface through time, and how these are linked to changes in our climate and environment? Are you concerned about the human imprint on the landscape that surrounds you? The Master's Programme in Earth Science, specialising in Physical Geography, provides you with the knowledge, methods and skills to address these and other questions. Expand the information below to show details on entry requirements, programme-specific documents, selection criteria and tuition fees. A Bachelor's degree, equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen, from an internationally recognised university. Proficiency in English equivalent to the Swedish upper secondary course English 6. This requirement can be met either by achieving the required score on an internationally recognised test, or by previous upper secondary or university studies in some countries. Students are selected based on an overall appraisal of previous university studies, a statement of purpose and other relevant experience. In addition to the general supporting documents, you also need to submit a programme-specific statement of purpose (1 page). The statement of purpose should provide a clear motivation for the chosen programme and specialisation; include information on your Bachelor's thesis (if any) and its relevance to the programme; and describe other relevant experience, e.g. fieldwork, internships, work experience, previous studies abroad, involvement in a student union or academic societies, communication skills.