Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources - Norwegian University of Life Sciences

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Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources/ Ecology

	Norwegian University of Life Sciences

Course URL	http://www.umb.no/?viewID=4665

City	Ås, Norway

Programme duration	2 years

Programme description	The programme provides, through an interactive approach, a sound knowledge of biology and ecology of the tropics. Students obtain: a solid understanding of the concepts in ecology at the population, community and ecosystem levels an in-depth knowledge of species behaviour/responses and interactions in different systems an understanding of tools for species extractions, field methodologies, analytic techniques, restoration, management strategies and conventions, applicable to a range of systems an insight into human activities that shape, maintain and manage ecosystems. The classroom sessions will require interactive participation of the students through presentations, case studies, short thematic reviews, term papers and discussion sessions.

Application deadline	February 1 for international applicants. April 15 for applicants holding a Norwegian or Nordic degree, or a Norwegian Civic Registration number ("f?lsnummer")

Application procedures	Application form: http://www.nlh.no/..

Nokut certification	yes

Formal prerequisites	The applicants must have obtained a Bachelor of Science degree, or its equivalent, in Natural Sciences (e.g. biology, ecology, agricultural or environmental sciences). Applicants must demonstrate English language ability in accordance with the UMB regulations for programmes taught in English.

Subject area	Ecology

Degree level	Master

Credits	120

Language of teaching	English

Tropical Ecology and Management of Natural Resources/ Ecology

Norwegian University of Life Sciences