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Master’s Programmes at Lund University

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Lund University unites long-standing traditionswith a modern, dynamic and highly international profile. With eight faculties and a number of research centres and specialised institutes, Lund University is the biggest provider of research and higher education in Sweden. It was founded in 1666 and is one of the oldest universities in northern Europe. At present, nearly 46 000 students are enrolled at Lund University.

LUND UNIVers ItY offers a wIDe raNge of Master ’s PrograMMes Around 80 programmes are taught in English, ranging from International Human Rights Law to Sustainable Urban Design. Ranked as one of Europe’s leading institutions of higher education, excellence is required in all areas of activity. To realise this ambition, Lund University works systematically with educational development and the professional development of all teaching staff. The Master’s programmes at Lund University employ a multi- or transdisciplinary approach in an environment of exceptional academic competence and cultural diversity. All education is closely tied to current research and many of the courses are truly unique. International programmes provide excellent opportunities to form a global network of professional colleagues, as well as establishing contacts locally here in Sweden.

LUND UNIVers ItY has eVoLVeD INto the Most INterNat IoNaL UNIVers ItY IN sweDeN The University cooperates worldwide with a great number of universities, university networks and research institutes. Annually some 3 000 international students choose to study in Lund. The University also takes a very active part in the educational and research programmes of the European Union. Six prestigious and research oriented Erasmus Mundus programmes involving Lund University have been approved by the European Commission. Lund University is also involved in the EU-funded programme Erasmus Mundus Action 2. This programme promotes coopera-tion, development and mobility between higher education institu-tions in Europe and a great variety of non-European countries and regions around the world. The non-EU countries covered by the programme are grouped together into regional or national “lots”. Lund University coordinates two lots: JOSYLEEN (Jordan, Syria and Lebanon) and Asia regional (China, India, Pakistan, Bangla-desh and Nepal), and is a partner in three additional lots: South Africa; Iran, Iraq and Yemen; and the Gulf countries. In addition,

Lund University is ranked as one of the top ten universities in Europe with the best mobility figures in terms of incoming and outgoing students and teachers.

where Is LUND? Lund is located in southern Sweden, right next door to Denmark. The Danish-Swedish Øresund Region is one of Europe’s most dynamic areas. In Lund, ‘abroad’ is close by: a trip by train or car to the largest Scandinavian city, Copenhagen, takes less than an hour over the Øresund Bridge, while Malmö, the third largest city in Sweden, is only a 15-minute train ride away.

LUND Is weLL kNowN for I ts DYNaMIc stUDeNt L I fe It also has traditional student societies, organising activities to suit every taste. The dominance of the student population, and the wide range of students’ associations and organisations enrich the cultural climate of both the University and the city.

LUND Is a c ItY of INNoVat IoNs Several multinational companies using the most advanced tech-nologies are based here. A thousand years of history and academic excellence have created a dynamic and entrepreneurial spirit which infuses the city. The University lies in the heart of the city: in Lund everything is close at hand, within reach on foot or by bicycle, which adds to its appeal. The city itself is compact and charming, with picturesque old houses, romantic cobbled streets and beautiful green surroundings. Student cafés, nightlife, a vibrant and intellectually stimulating atmosphere, rich culture and a wide assortment of leisure activities all contribute to making your stay a memorable experience.

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the NobeL Pr Ize The world’s most prestigious prize of all categories, is Swedish. Alfred Nobel was a man of genius who filed 355 patents, and his inventions became the basis for some twenty-odd companies worldwide. His will established the Nobel Foundation that finances the prize.

sweDeN Is a DeMocrat Ic coUNtrY The country is a constitutional monarchy, in which King Carl XVI Gustaf is head of state, but royal power has long been limited to official and ceremonial functions. The nation’s legislature is the Swedish Parliament (Riksdag). The Swedes have developed a form of society that fosters equality, cooperation and democracy in every aspect of life, including the workplace. Equal rights are based in law and firmly rooted in practice: women in Sweden have attained a considerable level of equality. All forms of discrimination due to ethnic background, colour, religious beliefs or sexual orientation are forbidden by law.

sweDeN eNjoYs INterNat IoNaL resPect Sweden is know for innovative and creative thinking, and can boast of more large internationally leading companies per capita than any other country. Several of the biggest and best known trademarks worldwide are Swedish: Ericsson, Volvo, Tetra Pak, IKEA, H&M, ABB, Atlas Copco and SKF, just to name a few.

sweDeN Is oNe ofthe LeaDINg Nat IoNs Sweden is a forefront in experience industry, a field that includes architecture, computer and TV games, literature, the media, fashion and tourism. Astrid Lindgren, Ingmar Bergman, ABBA, Björn Borg and Strindberg are some of the names in an industry that represents 5 % of Swedish GNP.

a gooD waY of gett INg to kNow sweDIsh PeoPLe There are nine million Swedes and a good way to get to know them is by joining Swedish societies, clubs, associations and non-profit organisations. If you have a favourite activity or a hobby, there is sure to be a suitable society or club for you.

IN MaNY resPects Sweden is considered one of the world’s most modern and sophisticated civilisations. In only a couple of

decades, Sweden developed from a rural society to a modern industrial nation. Besides abundant natural resources, the country has a proud tradition of innovation and entrepreneurship. A long series of discoveries and ingenious inventions has contributed to Sweden’s industrial success, such as the Celsius centigrade thermometer, the Linnaean system of classifying animals and plants, Alfred Nobel’s dynamite, the spherical ball bearing and the Hasselblad camera, among others.

LoVe of NatUre Nature – one of Sweden’s national characteristics. Some 100 000 lakes are spread across the country, and the proportion of people who possess a weekend cottage is larger than anywhere else. Many Swedes like to spend their free time near the forest or by the sea.

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chrIster thorDsoN DIRECTOR OF LEGAL AFFAIRS IKEA GROUp, SWEDEn Christer Thordson is responsible for managing IKEA business law issues worldwide, but also cooperates with Lund University. Among other things, he is a member of a reference group for entrepreneurship training, including the international Master’s programme in Entrepreneurship at Lund University. “Lund University offers the advantage of a deliberately inter-national, interdisciplinary curriculum, crossing faculty borders. Applicants to the programme in Entrepreneurship come from different academic backgrounds, something that industry sees as an obvious asset”, Christer explains. The students work with actual business projects during the course, where companies contribute with business ideas that they do not have the time to develop themselves. This produces a win-win situation, with natural contacts and a basis for recruitment. “Concerning equal opportunities, IKEA is working hard to recruit staff from different cultures and with a variety of back-grounds; this is an important aspect of our operations.”

• a c I tY of i n n o vat i o nSweden’s reputation for innovation is built on mutually productive cooperation between industry and academia. Besides IT and telecom, biomedicine is often mentioned as one of Sweden’s most important emerging industries. These are also the strongest fields of activity at Ideon, Sweden’s first and most successful research village, situated in Lund, which now hosts some 200 companies, including Alfa Laval, Gambro, Sony Ericsson, and Tetra pak. Ideon’s enterprises all collaborate with Lund University and have helped to make Lund known worldwide for cutting-edge research and technology.

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Carl Fredrik Leanderson sees students on Master’s programmes as one of the company’s most valuable recruitment target groups. “The ability to cope with change and assume tough challenges is an essential quality that international Master’s students possess. They managed to get here, bringing new perspectives with them, and they have stamina. By definition, research is no easy under-taking. You need the capacity to cope with setbacks, learn from them and move on”, says Carl. Ericsson Research in Lund is a cross-disciplinary organisation with specialist employees in a variety of areas relating to mobile communications. “We like putting together multicultural teams. They have proved to be more efficient, functioning with a different kind of dynamic, more open to new approaches and methods. A great advantage coming here is that employees have already acquired their own international network, preferably also including contacts in other fields. Most of the staff at Ericsson Research have quite a wide range of international contacts. Personally, I did part of my PhD work in Norway, the US and France, and have found that experience to be extremely valuable.”

• exceLLeNt career ProsPects after G r a d u at i n GWhen you choose to study at Lund University, you’re making a sound decision for your future career. Both while studying and after gradua-tion you will get plenty of support; The Lund University Careers Services provides advice, information and guidance of the highest quality to students and graduates; while the Lund University Alumni network allows graduates to keep in touch with the University, their former classmates and potential business contacts.

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Christalle Gemon completed her first degree in political science and international relations at Long Island University in New York, and came directly to Sweden from Tokyo, where she had been working for four and a half years. “I have a love story with Lund. I have always been interested in international development, and during my studies in New York, I did a UN internship at The World Intellectual Property Organisation, WIPO, in Geneva. That is where I got to hear about the joint degree they had with Lund University.” “The really attractive thing about the programme is that the Swedish International Development Cooperation Agency, SIDA, sponsors field work in a developing country for four months. Only very few programmes worldwide can offer this. I will do my field work at the World Bank in Nairobi, working with water and sanitation.” Christalle lived in a student hall of residence, loved the architecture in Lund, and made many Swedish friends. She feels that the small size of the town helped her to relax and to focus on her studies. www.lumid.lu.se

• LUND – a C i t y o f s t u d e n t s o C i e t i e sLund is recognised both for its historic past and for recent development and success. Students form a large proportion of Lund’s 110 000 inhabitants, giving the city a youthful multicultural atmosphere. The large student population also contributes to an active cul tural life, with a wide range of activities and entertainment. The heart of student life in Lund is organised around the student societies called “nations”, essentially large clubs offering entertainment and opportunities to socialise.

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After completing a Bachelor in Economics at Leeds, Daniel Mc-Cartney had just done an internship in Germany and was looking around, considering where in the world he would take his next step. Lund University is ranked highly by leading ranking stud-ies worldwide, has a good reputation and a clearly international focus; it became his number one choice. “I was welcomed in a very professional manner”, Daniel says. “Accommodation was arranged for me and I was provided with all the information I needed, from the moment I arrived in Sweden. Everybody speaks English, there aren’t too many culture shocks, and it is easy to blend in and become part of student day-to-day life here.” Daniel feels that the easy and casual relationship that exists between students and lecturers is a cultural difference distinguishing Lund from British universities. Respect comes naturally, and is not based on formal conventions. Lund has made a vivid impression on Daniel as a melting-pot for young people from all over the world, where he has already acquired an extensive social network, as well as friends for life. www.ehl.lu.se/masters

• oNe of the worLD’s toP 100Lund University holds a distinguished position on a European and global level and is highly ranked in a variety of recent studies, including the Times higher Education World University Ranking 2010 and the QS World University Rankings 2010.

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“Working for the World Health Organisation (WHO) is a full-time commitment which gives me great pleasure”, says Martin

Cichocki, medical doctor trained in paediatric surgery from Graz who wanted to develop his talents by attending a Master’s programme. Sweden was not unknown to Martin as he started to get interested in public health. “I have always been curious about the Swedish welfare system and differences in various health care systems in general.”Being able to take his Master’s in Public Health at Lund University was a positive experience. At the end of his degree he was able to take on the challenge of an internship at the WHO in the Danish capital, Copenhagen. This is a city full of nuances and with high potential, situated less than an hour from Lund. It was an opportunity Martin definitely did not want to miss. “My focus is on Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Armenia and Turkmenistan. How can we implement hospital care for children in these regions? I work together with local contact people and we use questionnaires to find out the improvements in this process. This will help them and other countries to develop and expand health care strategies for children.”

With a Master’s on Martin’s curriculum vitae, the future lies open and the alternatives alter from day to day. One possible solution, which is very tempting, is to stay in Lund and continue public health research in clinical sciences. “I have received a very pleasant offer from a professor at Lund University. My wife would also be happy if this meant that her globetrotting husband settled down for several years in the same place!” www.mph.med.lu.se

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• PUbL Ic heaLth The aim of the programme is to facilitate the development of a scientific attitude and the acquisition of a sound knowledge of the methods for public health work at different levels of the community and for research in the field. The programme provides cross-disciplinary perspectives on the planning, follow-up and evaluation of public health projects and programmes. It provides knowledge of global health and disease patterns, epidemiology and qualitative methods, needs and priority assessment methods, intervention and quality control, as well as the skills needed for the drafting, implementation and follow-up of health policies. Demands for qualified staff in the field of public health have grown in recent years, and a master’s degree in public health or equivalent training is now a requirement from many international organisations.

Vanessa Pieterse has become a Londoner and works as a business analyst at Fujitsi Consulting, a company with specialised expertise in client processes and their customer databases. “It is a fantastic opportunity to work in a big city like London and get some great business experience and business exposure at the same time”, says Vanessa. Vanessa was born and raised close to Sydney in Australia, where she also studied communication with a marketing and business focus. Her favourite subjects were consumer theory and research along with organisational sociology, but she wanted to move on and develop her knowledge of something she found interesting and thus continue to learn. “I actually had previously done an exchange semester at Lund University and I had such a great time then, that when I decided to do a Master’s degree it was the first place I looked at. Lund is also much closer to Europe than other parts of Sweden – which is great when you want to travel.” Vanessa enjoyed her Master’s programme, which contained lots of practical examples as well as various kinds of group work in an inter-national atmosphere. After an interlude in Sydney she ended up in London, at Fujitsu. “The greatest challenges in this job are finding out the most efficient ways to do things. With the systems I work with there are often many different ways of working. I need to find the solutions that are best for the customer at the end of the day. In the future I would like to use all this business experience I am getting as a business consultant/analyst and take it back to strategic marketing, working for a company that I really believe in.” www.ehl.lu.se/masters

VaNessa P IeterseA L U m n A , L U n D U n I v E R S I T y m A S T E R ’ S p R O G R A m m E I n I n T E R n AT I O n A L m A R K E T I n G & B R A n D m A n A G E m E n T

• INterNat IoNaL Market INg & braND MaNageMeNtThe programme provides in-depth understanding of the main challenges and issues related to international marketing and brand management that are particularly important to both practitioners and researchers. Theoretical concepts, models and tools are compared with real and complex problems in organisations to train your ability in advanced problem solving. you will learn how to conduct studies and design investigations within the area of international marketing and brand management. The course provides excellent qualifications for employment within the areas of marketing, strategy, brand and product management, sales and marketing research. your ability to compete for attractive positions is enhanced.

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Golzar Ahmadi already held a degree in chemical engineering from the Science and Research University in Teheran, Iran, and wanted to work with research projects in the future. There were several reasons why she chose Lund University: “Sweden has a leading position in the environmental sector, but also the language of instruction is English. Besides, our programme is unique, with an interdisciplinary focus and a wide range of disciplines. The students have all sorts of backgrounds – engineers, political science experts, linguists, anthropologists, marine biologists – and come from all over the world.” When Golzar arrived at Lund she rented a room from a private landlord in western Lund. She enjoyed living in Lund, and likes the fact that although the city is small and manageable, it still has so much to offer. www.lumes.lu.se


the acaDeMIc YearThe academic year at Lund University is divided into two semesters (autumn and spring), each lasting 20 weeks. The autumn semester begins in August/September and the spring semester begins in January. The academic year runs from late August/early September through until early June, with summer holidays during June, July and August. The majority of Master’s programmes at Lund commence in the autumn semester.

wheN to aPPLYStudents applying for international Master’s programmes in English have the following application periods: • 1 December–15 January for the autumn semester (studies commencing in August/September) • 1 June–15 August for the spring semester (studies commencing in January). Please note that some students may be eligible to apply during the Swedish student application round. Refer to our website for details.

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geNeraL aDMIss IoN reqUIreMeNtsAll applicants to Lund University must demonstrate that they have a higher secondary education certificate (which would give access to university studies in their home country) and an inter-nationally recognised test in English (see below), if their mother tongue is another language.

sPec If Ic aDMIss IoN reqUIreMeNts Most programmes have specific admission requirements in addition to the above general requirements. The specific admission requirements can be found in each course or programme description, as listed on our website.

eNgL Ish LaNgUage Prof Ic IeNcYEnglish B (advanced) language proficiency shall be demonstrated in one of the following ways: • IELTSscore(Academic)of6.0ormore(withnoneofthe sections scoring less than 5.0)• TOEFLscoreof550ormore(computer-basedtest213, internet-based 79)• Cambridge/Oxford–AdvancedorProficiencylevel• ABachelor’sdegreefromauniversitywhereEnglishistheonly language of instruction, according to the latest edition of the International Handbook of Universities• ApassonEnglishcourseB(Swedishuppersecondaryschool).

For more information about English proficiency requirements and exemptions, please visit www.studera.nu/english.

how to aPPLYAll students wishing to study at Swedish universities must apply online, using the national application database, called studera.nu. You can read detailed descriptions of Lund University’s programmes on our website www.lunduniversity.lu.se and from there follow the link to apply directly online at studera.nu.

DocUMeNtat IoN Official transcripts and certificates of your higher secondary and university education must be sent in officially sealed school/uni-versity envelopes. Please see www.studera.nu/english for updated information and country-specific information. Photo-copies, faxed or scanned documents will not be considered and both certificates and transcripts are required. Please note that no documents should be sent to Lund University. The address for sending supporting documentation can be found on the studera.nu website.

accePtaNce You will be notified about acceptance at the end of March 2011. You must then register your confirmation of acceptance on the studera.nu website before the advised deadline. If you do not confirm your place, it will be given to another student.

tU It IoN fees

eU /eea stUDeNtsThere are no application or tuition fees for students who are citizens of the European Union (EU), the European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland.

NoN-eU /eea stUDeNtsStudents who are citizens of countries outside the European Union (EU), European Economic Area (EEA) and Switzerland are generally required to pay application and tuition fees. There are some exceptions to this general rule. The following is a list of criteria which exempts individuals, meaning they do not have to pay application and tuition fees. If you do not meet any of these criteria, you are most likely required to pay fees.You are NOT required to pay application and tuition fees if: • YouhaveSwedishcitizenship• YouhavebeengrantedapermanentSwedishresidencypermit• YouhavebeengrantedatemporarySwedishresidencypermit for reasons other than studies (having a temporary residency permit for studies in Sweden does NOT grant you exemption from fee payments) • YouhavecitizenshipofaEuropeanUnion(EU)country, European Economic Area (EEA) country, or Switzerland


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• YouareafamilymemberofacitizenofanEUorEEAcountry, or Switzerland, and have temporary or permanent right of residence in Sweden• Youhavelong-termresidentstatusinSweden• Youhavelong-termresidentstatusinanothercountryinthe European Union and have Swedish residency • Youareapplyingfororareregisteredforthird-cycle(doctoral) studies. Application and tuition fees are only required for studies in the first cycle (Bachelor’s) and second cycle (Master’s)• Youareregisteredatauniversityoruniversitycollegeoutside Sweden and will be studying in Sweden on a temporary basis as part of an official study abroad programme as an exchange student.For more information regarding residence permits, please see the Swedish Migration Board website www.migrationsverket.se.

PaYMeNtIf you are required to pay application and tuition fees, you must pay the application fee of SEK 900 (approximately EUR 100) when you apply for your programme at studera.nu. Once you have received notification of your acceptance to Lund University and have confirmed your acceptance, you will need to pay the tuition fee for the first 30 ECTS credits of your pro-gramme. Once this is paid, you can apply for your residence permit through the Swedish Migration Board.

Please note that the tuition fee is to be paid in Swedish kronor (SEK). In this catalogue you will see the pro-gramme prices in SEK per year. The Euro price is an approximate price only for comparison.

Further information regarding payments is available on our website www.lunduniversity.lu.se.

schoLarshIPs• InformationaboutLundUniversityscholarship opportunities for high performing students is available on our website.• LundUniversityisapartnerintheEU-funded programmes Eramus Mundus Action 1 and Erasmus Mundus Action 2. Scholarship details for these programmes are available on our website. • TheSwedishGovernmentoffersascholarship programme for students from 12 developing countries: Bangladesh, Bolivia, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Ethiopia, Kenya, Mali, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda and Zambia. For information see the Swedish Institute website www.si.se. • Tofindinformationaboutotherscholarship opportunities, please go to the Swedish Institute website www.si.se.

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erasMus Mundus ProGraMMes Environmental Sciences, policy and management,

mESpOm .................................................................................... 11

Geo-information Science, GEm ................................................ 11

Sport and Exercise psychology, EmSEp .................................... 11

Fire Safety Engineering, ImFSE ................................................ 11

Economic Development and Growth, mEDEG ........................ 12

Food Innovation and product Design, Emm-FIpDes ............... 12

ProGraMMe in CooPeration with othersDisaster management ............................................................... 12

faCulty of soCial sCienCesDevelopment and management (LUmID) ............................... 23

Development Studies (SADvS) ................................................. 24

European Affairs (mEA) ........................................................... 28

Global Studies (SADvS) ............................................................ 33

human Ecology ......................................................................... 33

human Geography ................................................................... 34

Social Studies of Gender (SASSG) ............................................. 47

Welfare policies and management .......................................... 51

faCulty of enGineerinGBiotechnology ........................................................................... 22

Food Technology and nutrition................................................ 31

Industrial Design ....................................................................... 34

nanoscience .............................................................................. 43

photonics ................................................................................... 44

Sustainable Urban Design ........................................................ 48

System-on-Chip ......................................................................... 49

Water Resources ....................................................................... 50

Wireless Communication ......................................................... 51

faCulty of sCienCeAstrophysics ............................................................................... 16

Atmospheric Sciences and Biogeochemical Cycles .................. 16

Bioinformatics ........................................................................... 17

Biology, Animal Ecology ........................................................... 17

Biology, Aquatics Ecology ......................................................... 18

Biology, Chemical Ecology ........................................................ 18

Biology, Conservation Biology ................................................. 19

Biology, Ecotoxicology .............................................................. 19

Biology, General ........................................................................ 20

Biology, molecular Ecology ...................................................... 20

Biology, plant Ecology ............................................................... 21

Biology, Theoretical Ecology .................................................... 21

Chemistry ................................................................................... 22

Geographical Information Sciences (LUmA-GIS) ..................... 31

Geology ..................................................................................... 32

Geomatics ................................................................................. 32

mathematical statistics ............................................................. 39

mathematics ............................................................................. 39

molecular Biology, General ...................................................... 40

molecular Biology, medical Biology ........................................ 41

molecular Biology, microbiology ............................................. 41

molecular Biology, molecular Genetics and Biotechnology ... 42

Organizing molecular matter .................................................. 43

physical Geography and Ecosystems Analysis ......................... 44

physics ........................................................................................ 45

protein Science .......................................................................... 45

Synchrotron Radiation Based Science ...................................... 49

faCulty of lawEuropean Business Law ............................................................. 29

International human Rights Law ............................................. 36

maritime Law ............................................................................ 38

faCulty of MediCinepublic health.............................................................................. 46

Sport Sciences ........................................................................... 47

MalMö aCadeMy of MusiCmusic in performance and Composition ................................. 42

faCulty of huManities and theoloGyApplied Cultural Analysis ......................................................... 14

Archaeology – Theory and practice ......................................... 15

Language and Linguistics ......................................................... 37

Literature – Culture – media .................................................... 37

Religious Roots of Europe ........................................................ 46

sChool of eConoMiCs and ManaGeMent

Accounting and Auditing .......................................................... 13

Accounting and management Control .................................... 14

Corporate and Financial management .................................... 23

Economic Demography ............................................................. 25

Economic Growth, Innovation and Spatial Dynamics.............. 25

Economic history ....................................................................... 26

Economics .................................................................................. 26

Entrepreneurship....................................................................... 27

European and International Tax Law ...................................... 29

Finance ....................................................................................... 30

Information Systems.................................................................. 35

International Economics with a Focus on China...................... 35

International marketing and Brand management ................. 36

managing people, Knowledge and Change............................ 38

Sustainable Business Leadership .............................................. 48

the international institute for industrial environMental eConoMiCs (iiiee)Environmental management and policy................................... 27

lund university Centre for sustainability studies Environmental Studies and Sustainability Science (LUmES) ... 28

CaMPus helsinGborG Tourism and hospitality management .................................... 50

Centre for Middle eastern studies middle Eastern Studies ............................................................. 40 Centre for east and south-east asian studiesAsian Studies............................................................................... 15

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eCts – the european Credit transfer and accumulation system

The European Credit Transfer and Accumulation System (ECTS) is a student-centred system based on the student workload required to achieve the objectives of a programme. The credit system makes study pro-grammes easy to read and compare for all students, local and international. ECTS is based on the principle that 60 credits measure the workload of a full-time student during one academic year: one credit stands for around 25 to 30 working hours.

one- and two-year programmes

Lund University offers both two year programmes (120 ECTS), in accordance with the Bologna system, as well as one year programmes (60 ECTS). The School of Eco-nomics and management, for example, offers several programmes where students decide the length of their studies during the second semester. This flexibility is especially useful for students that get job offers and thus prefer to graduate earlier with an mSc of 60 ECTS. how-ever, this flexible set up also guarantees all students, if they wish, a two-year master’s level education (120 ECTS).


erasMUs MUNDUs PrograMMes

Erasmus mundus programmes are high-quality master’s programmes offered by a consortium of at least three European universities and are open to students from all countries. Scholarships covering both tuition fees and living costs are available. The programmes are offered by a group of partner universities (the consortium) and include studies in at least two countries; to apply to these programmes visit their respective website. There are six prestigious Erasmus mundus programmes involving Lund University that have been approved by the European Commission:

eNVIroNMeNtaL sc IeNces , PoL IcY aND MaNageMeNt, MesPoM (www.MesPoM.eU)

mESpOm is a pioneering Erasmus mundus master’s programme in Environmental Sciences, policy and management operated by four leading European and two north American Universities, with support from the European Commission. The students study in at least three out of six consortium universities, and upon completion are awarded a joint degree. Bringing together the best from the excellent partner institutions and offering on-site insight in multiple cultures with diverse environmental regimes, mESpOm prepares students for identifying and implementing solutions to complex environmental sustainability challenges, es-pecially in an international context. The multi-faceted educational journey also creates a unique platform for the vibrant alumni network that charaterises this programme.

geo- INforMatIoN sc IeNce , geM (www.geM-Msc .org)Geo-information Science and Earth Observation for Environmental modelling and management is essential for development issues all round the World.Spatial data, such as maps and global data-bases, as well as satellite imagery play a central role in the search for reliable environmental scenario studies and viable policies. Knowledge and skills in this field will therefore continue to be crucial for industry, government and nGOs. The programme has a duration of 22 months and is taught by world class faculties in five countries: Iceland, the UK, Sweden, poland and the netherlands. While spending time in at least two of the five countries and studying in a multicultural environment students will gain valuable insights into the academic, social and cultural diversity of northern and Central Europe. On graduation they will receive a multiple mSc degree from the consortium universities. There is a great demand for GEm graduates in the international arena. sPort aND exerc Ise PsYchoLogY, eMseP (www.jYU .f I / sPort /eMseP)The European master’s in Sport and Exercise psychology (EmSEp) is a joint programme organised by four leading European universities in the field, from Finland, Germany, Greece and Sweden. The two-year full-time EmSEp programme is taught completely in English and it offers education opportunities for students of all nationalities. EmSEp has two main focuses: (1) promotion of healthy habits and overall lifestyle via regular engagement in various forms of physical activity; and (2) psycho-logical support for athletes. The areas covered by EmSEp include, but are not limited to, motivation, performance, behaviour regulation, cognition, (post-)career planning for athletes, identity, counselling and preventive interventions within sport and exercise contexts.

f Ire safetY eNgINeer INg, IMfse (www. IMfse .UgeNt.be )The International master of Science in Fire Safety Engineering (ImFSE), is a two-year educational programme in the Erasmus mundus framework. This master’s programme is jointly organised by univiersities in Belgium, Sweden and the UK. The main objective is creating an educational programme that provides the required knowledge for a professional fire safety engineer in a performance-based design environment. Besides inter-university cooperation, student mobility in Europe is one of the main points of interest of the overall programme since it is an opportunity to gain from the strengths and expertise of each of the three universities.

disaster Management 1 year (12 months, 3 semesters) (applications are made and fees are paid to the university of Copenhagen)

The objective of the programme is to provide you with a holistic interdisciplinary academic understanding of the three main processes of Disas-ter management – disaster risk reduction, response and recovery – and to equip you with the skills to pursue a career in disaster management or related areas.

the programme will enable you to:• Analyse,evaluate,andmanagethedynamicfactorsofdisastersonanindividual,societalorcompanylevel,locallyandglobally.• Worktheoretically,strategicallyandoperationallyinallthreemainprocessesofDisasterManagementandunderstandhowthese are interconnected.• Makequalifieddecisionsthatarebasedonidentificationandanalysisofthevulnerabilities,needsandcapacitiesofaffected individuals and societies.• Work,actandcommunicateinmulticulturalandinterdisciplinaryteamsunderdifferentconditions.• Collect,documentandanalyseinformationregardingrisks,humanitarianneeds,lessonslearned,etc.

After graduating from the programme you will be able to work with disaster management for national and international organisations and Un agencies, such as OChA, UnDp, Un/ISDR, UnhCR, WFp, IFRC, mSF, Oxfam etc., as well as for national governments and private companies.

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Programme start: August 2011

credits: 60 ECTS

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ecoNoMIc DeVeLoPMeNt aND growth, MeDeg (www.Uc3M.es /PortaL /Page /PortaL /PostgraDUate_stUDIes /Masters /Master_ IN_ecoNoMIc_DeVeLoP -MeNt_aND_growth)The Erasmus mundus master’s programme in Economic Development and Growth (mEDEG) is a full-time master’s programme organised by a consortium including three top-class European universities in Spain, the UK and Sweden. mEDEG lasts two academic years, includes 120 ECTS (60 ECTS/year), and consists of 14 or 16 course modules (depending on the two different mobility schemes available) delivered through a combination of lectures, classes, tutorials and essay writing with individual supervisors. mEDEG combines the complementary expertise existing at three leading European universities into a common platform of graduate education and training. This objective is pursued within the guidelines of the Bologna process and aims to contribute to the development of the European higher Education Area

fooD INNoVat IoN aND ProDUct Des IgN, eMM-f IPDesThe Erasmus mundus master’s in Food Innovation and product Design (Emm-FIpDes) is a two year academic programme in the field of food science and product development, operated by Lund University together with AgroparisTech (France), UnInA University (Italy), and DIT (Ireland). The Emm-FIpDes aims to provide a European dimension in the knowledge-intensive area of food research and development and will be highly relevant for both EU and third-country students who wish to be employed in the agri-food and drink sector. The programme was approved by the EU Commission in 2010 and will start in 2011. For more information consult the Lund University website.

Erasmus Mundus is a programme funded by the European Commission, supporting university cooperation. The programme aims to enhance the quality of European higher education and the Erasmus Mundus label is associated with the highest academic quality and standard of excellence. The above programmes have been subject to highly competitive selection procedures.

Master’s Programmes at Lund University12 Master’s Programmes at Lund University

accounting and auditing 1 year (2 semesters)

Further your career by taking your skills and knowledge in accounting and auditing to the next level at the renowned School of Economics and management. The objective of the programme is to provide you with an advanced understanding of financial reporting and auditing. This programme has been developed specially for students who wish to become chartered accountants in Sweden, but other students who meet the admission requirements and are interested in the subject matter may also apply. Studies in auditing at master’s level require a basic knowledge of accounting from undergraduate studies.

the lund learning Model The School of Economics and management adopts a student-centred approach to teaching and learning. The aim is to increase students’ capacity for advanced problem solving, resulting in better decision-making abilities. Our courses are based on state-of-the-art research in each particular field, and we encourage students to improve their skills in terms of both critical thinking and practical application.

The overall aim is to make sure that our students are continually challenged to grow both individually and professionally by developing:• anunderstandingofhowglobal,technologicalandcompetitiveforcesshapeandhencechangebusiness• analyticalproblemsolvingskillsthatcanbeappliedthroughtheexerciseofsoundjudgementandresponsibility• strongmulticulturalcommunicationandteamworkskills

Career prospectsThere is a broad and extensive labour market both nationally and internationally and as a graduate you will be able to work in fields such as financial accounting, auditing, public sector accounting, consultancy, internal audit and corporate finance.

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credits: 60 ECTS

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Accounting and Management Control 1 year (2 semesters)

If your ambition is to get professional training to work as a financial accountant or a controller, this programme is specially designed for you. A career in accounting requires a high level of understanding of both the theory and practice of accounting and management control – areas that are at the core of this Master’s programme.

With this programme you will:• deepenyourknowledgeoftheoreticalaccountingandcontrolsystems• obtaintherequiredtechniquestothinkindependentlyabouthowaccountingandmanagementcontrolarepractised• learnhowtoselectandusetheoriesinrelationtospecificpracticalproblems• learnhowtoplaceaccountingwithinitsbroadereconomic,legal,behaviouralandorganisationalcontexts. The Lund Learning ModelThe School of Economics and Management adopts a student-centred approach to teaching and learning. The aim is to increase students’ capacity for advanced problem solving, resulting in better decision-making abilities. Our courses are based on state-of-the-art research in each particular field, and we encourage students to improve their skills in terms of both critical thinking and practical application.

Career prospectsAfter graduation you will be able to work in fields such as financial accounting, public sector accounting, consultancy and management control.

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Credits: 60 ECTS

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Applied Cultural Analysis 2 years (4 semesters)

The programme aims to develop and deepen students’ knowledge and skills within the field of applied cultural analysis, which emphasises the use of cultural analysis in working life. The programme will strengthen students’ theoretical and methodological skills while developing advancedunderstandingofdifferentorganisationalcontexts,aswellasthedemandstheseplaceonprojectmanagement,communicationsand product development. You will be able to develop and target your skills to the specialised field in which you wish to work after completing your studies.

Special features of the programme:• TheprogrammeisruntogetherwiththeUniversityofCopenhagen• Lecturesareheldatbothuniversitiesduringthefirstyear• Studentsundertakeworkplacementsduringthethirdsemester• Professorsteachingontheprogrammespecialiseinthestudyoftheculturaleconomy,tourism,culturalheritage, marketing, digital culture, food, etc.

Career prospectsAs an applied cultural analyst with the ability to help businesses develop their products and services, you can work in connection with the developmentofhumanresourcesanddiversitymanagement,onprojectsfocusedonmarketing,brandinganddestinationdevelopmentissues,withNGOsonprojectsfocusingonenvironmentalissues,humanrightsandcommunitydevelopment,inpublicservices,andmuchmore.

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Archaeology – Theory and Practice 2 years (4 semesters)

This programme combines high scientific and theoretical standards with intensive practical training within Archaeology, Cultural Heritage and Museology.Youwillbetrainedinhowtoexcavateanddocumentthepast,howtopreserveartefactsandbuildingsandhowtocommunicateyourfindingsandresearchresultstoawideraudience.TheDepartmentcoordinatesarchaeologicalfieldprojectsinSouthAfrica,Greenlandand Peru, to which our Master’s students are encouraged to apply.

Special features of the programme:• Project-basedlearning• ArchaeologicalFieldSchoolattheVikingAgesiteofUppåkra• Workplacementsatmuseumsandculturalinstitutionsintheregion• Awiderangeofcourseswithdirectlinkstoourprofessors’currentresearchprojects:ArchaeologyofReligion,Digital Archaeology,ArchaeologyandEthics,theArchaeologyofSocialIdentities,ExperimentalArchaeology,FocusRome,etc.

Career prospectsAftergraduatingfromthisprogrammeyouwillhavethearchaeologicaltraining,documentedexperienceandtheteamworkskillsthatyouneed to gain employment within the cultural heritage sector, as a museum curator or as a field archaeologist.

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Credits: 120 ECTS




Asian Studies 2 years (4 semesters)

TheMaster’sprogrammeinAsianStudiesatLundUniversityisapopularprogrammeandthelargestMaster’sprogrammeinAsianStudiesinNorthern Europe. Our students appreciate the truly international milieu with fellow students from a great number of nations and teachers whoareestablishedexpertsonAsiaindifferentdisciplinesinthesocialsciences.TheaimofthisinterdisciplinaryprogrammeistoprovideourstudentswithadvancedknowledgeaboutcontemporaryissuesinAsia.StudentsgainexpertiseoncontemporaryAsiansocietiesandareableto specialise, based on the regional, thematic and disciplinary focus they choose. Most of our students carry out fieldwork in an Asian country of their choice. The students have the option of taking a course at one of our partner universities in China, Japan, Malaysia or India.

As a student on this programme you will:• learntoanalysecomplexissuesrelatedtosocial,cultural,politicalandeconomicdevelopmentsinAsia,andacquirethecapacity to analyse their causes and interrelations, and to propose possible solutions, as well as identify future trends and developments• gaintheabilitytoworkinaninterdisciplinarysettingandinamulticulturalinternationalenvironment• learntoplananduseappropriatemethods,undertakeadvancedtaskswithinpredeterminedtimeframesandsocontributeto the formation of knowledge and evaluation • gaintheskillsrequiredforworkinresearch,governmentagenciesoremploymentinsomeotherqualifiedcapacity• beabletodemonstrateknowledgeaboutscientificcommunicationchannelsandbeabletomonitortheknowledgedevelopment within the field of Asian Studies.

Career prospects: TheprogrammepreparesstudentsfordoctoralstudiesinasocialsciencesubjectwithafocusonAsia,orworkaspolicymakers,trainersorpractitioners in government agencies, private firms and NGOs. Earning a Master of Science in Asian Studies is an important step towards a career in international services, teaching, research or business, or doctoral studies.

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astrophysics 2 years (4 semesters)

This structured two-year programme offers you the opportunity to learn about the universe and apply your knowledge of physics in a vibrant and fast developing area of science. The first semester is spent on core astronomy courses, including high energy astrophysics and dynamics. In the second semester, you will begin work on a degree project under the supervision of internationally well regarded professors, and this project continues over three semesters. you will also take four more courses broadening your knowledge of the most exciting areas of modern astrophysics such as exoplanets and the early universe.

Career prospectsAlthough many of our students go on to do a phD in astronomy, we aim to teach skills that are also of broad use outside academia.To give an idea of the possibilities open to you, we can mention that some of our former master’s students are doing or have done phDs at the University of Cambridge, heidelberg University and the European Southern Observatory. Former alumni work at Sony Ericsson, the Swedish Defence Research Institute (FOI), as secondary school teachers and on developing the next generation of instruments to image the retina in the human eye.

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credits: 120 ECTS




atmospheric sciences and biogeochemical Cycles 2 years (4 semesters)

The programme is multidisciplinary and offers a versatile education in atmospheric sciences, taught by leading scientists within the field. It will provide you with a deeper understanding of general atmospheric science, biogeochemical cycles, and processes in land-ecosystem-atmosphere interactions. you will gain knowledge of a broad range of topics within fields such as physical phenomena, atmospheric chemistry, meteorology, physical geography and ecology. you will also learn how to use advanced computational and laboratory-based methods and gain experience in field measurements and operations.

Career prospectsAs a graduate of the mSc in Atmospheric Sciences and Biogeochemical Cycles you will be able to work within the fields of environmental management, consultancy, climate modelling and research in both a national and international context.

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biology: animal ecology 2 years (4 semesters)

On the master’s programme in Animal Ecology you will learn how to analyse and understand evolutionary processes at the level of genes, individuals and populations. you will achieve skills in analysing and understanding how evolutionary and ecological processes form appearance, physiology and behaviour in animals. you will also learn how to analyse costs and benefits of different traits and how these are optimised to form reproductive and survival strategies.

We offer an excellent research environment, particularly in topics such as animal migration, molecular ecology, life history trade-offs, disease resistance in natural populations and host-parasite interactions. you will use modern field and laboratory methods in studies of ecological and evolutionary issues applied on animals in basic research, as well as applied conservation-related research. Special emphasis is on birds as model systems.

special features of the programme:• Evolutionarytheoryappliedtoecologicalproblems• Closeconnectionstoresearchinaninternationalenvironment• Integrationoftheoreticalanalyseswithstrongtrainingoflaboratoryskillsandexperienceinfieldwork• Testingofevolutionaryhypotheses

Career prospects:The knowledge and skills you will gain on this programme open doors to employment within many sectors in academia and the public sector. The programme provides you with a solid grounding for phD studies.Employment can be found within agencies concerned with environmental protection, education and within academia through research funding.

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credits: 120 ECTS




bioinformatics 2 years (4 semesters)

Bioinformatics is a broad subject in which biology, medicine, computer science and statistics intertwine. The basis for bioinformatics is the massive amount of biological sequence data derived from genomic studies and structural biology and stored in large databases. Computational biology also involves mathematical modelling of biological systems.

special features of the programme:• Acombinationofadvancedresearchwithtrainingofcurrenttechniques,aswellasthedevelopmentofnovelsoftwaretools• Closeconnectionstoresearchinaninternationalenvironment• Proteomics,genomicsandtranscriptomicsdatawillbeanalysedandcombinedtogainaglobalunderstandingofanorganism or groups of organisms.

Career prospects: Graduates have a diverse set of employers to choose between, both in industry as bioinformatics or biocomputing specialists and in academia. previous graduates have found employment with Silicon Genetics and novozymes, as well as in research groups including at harvard medical School and in Developmental Biology at Lund University.

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biology: aquatic ecology 2 years (4 semesters)

This master’s programme has two specialisations; Limnology and marine Ecology. It provides knowledge on current theories and models of aquatic ecosystems, the relation between watershed, atmosphere, lakes and streams, interactions between humankind and aquatic eco-systems, and water management. practical training in laboratory and field methodology is also emphasised.

special features of the programme:• Closecollaborationwithresearchgroupsonstate-of-the-artscientificapproachestocurrrentenviromentalissues• Derivationofguidelinesforsustainablefisheriesmanagement• Hands-onlaboratorytrainingandriskassessmentinecotoxicologicalissuesinaquaticenvironments• Designingrestorationprojectsinaquaticwatersheds

Career prospects:After graduation many students of marine ecology/limnology find employment within the water management sector, e.g. as ecologists in municipal or county councils or in consulting agencies. In these positions your assignments could include environmental monitoring, consulting on matters concerning water and assessment of measures that may affect the water environment. The programme also provides a solid grounding that prepares you for doctoral studies.

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credits: 120 ECTS




biology: Chemical ecology 2 years (4 semesters)

This master’s programme focuses on chemical interactions in nature, such as chemical defence in plants and animals, chemical communication and interactions across several trophic levels in different ecosystems: physiological mechanisms, evolution and ecological consequences. Laboratory work and exercises give insight into how active compounds are isolated and identified and how their biological activity is verified.

special features of the programme: • Hands-ontrainingcoveringtechniquestoobtain,isolateandidentifyactivechemicalcompounds• Evaluationofinformationcontentofcomplexsignalsrelevanttobehaviour• Insightsintothepracticaluseofodoursignalsforinsectcontrol• Closeconnectionstoaninternationalresearchenvironment

Career prospects:Applications can be found within environmental monitoring, plant and forest protection, pest control and conservation biology. The programme also provides a solid grounding that prepares you for further postgraduate studies.

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biology: ecotoxicology 2 years (4 semesters)

Knowledge within the field of ecotoxicology is essential in order to predict and remedy ecological consequences of the use and release of chemicals and chemical products in society. The environmental fate, exposure and ecosystem effects of chemicals are vital components in the performing of environmental or ecological risk assessments.

special features of the programme:• learnhowtoanalyseandpredicttheenvironmentalfateofchemicalsandtheirdirectandindirecteffectsonthestructure and function of ecosystems• usemodelsofchemicalfateanddistributionbasedonchemicalandecosystemproperties• predict,monitor,discoverandtesttoxiceffectsofchemicalsonbiologicalsystemsfrommoleculartoecosystemlevel• analyseecotoxicology-relatedsocietalissuesoftodayandlookatcasestudiesfromthepast

Career prospects:Employees with knowledge of ecotoxicology are needed in a variety of sectors and workplaces. Especially, there is a need for competence regarding performing and interpreting risk assessment of chemicals. Examples of employers include companies within the private industrial sector, private and governmental consulting and research firms, chemicals inspectors, municipalities and county administrative boards.

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credits: 120 ECTS




biology: Conservation biology 2 years (4 semesters)

On the master’s programme in Conservation Biology, you will learn how to use modern ecology and genetics within management and restoration, as well as in the study of the loss of biological diversity.

features of the programme:• Globalandregionalaspectsofbiodiversityandrestorationecology• Populationecologyasatoolinpracticalconservationbiology• Analyticalmethodsinconservationbiology• Closeconnectionstoresearchinaninternationalenvironment

Career prospects:Conservation biology professionals are needed and employed by a diverse range of governmental and non-governmental organisations in addition to private consultancies and research agencies. The master’s programme also provides a foundation for continued studies at doctoral level.

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credits: 120 ECTS







biology: Molecular ecology 2 years (4 semesters)

molecular DnA techniques are now instrumental in a wide range of applications from conservation biology to evolutionary ecology. On this programme you will learn to combine powerful methods in molecular biology with exciting issues in ecology and evolution. We work on the whole scale from single genes to genomes, introducing the microarray technique, bioinformatics and how to make use of information in large genomic databases.

features of the programme:• basicstechniquesforDNAanalysesinanykindoffreelivingorganism• Closeconnectionstoresearchinaninternationalenvironment• Integrationoftheoreticalanalyseswithstrongtrainingoflaboratoryskills• Freedomtocreateyourownprogrammeofstudyandspecialisation

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credits: 120 ECTS




biology: General 2 years (4 semesters)

The general master’s programme in Biology gives you an opportunity to design a personal study plan. you choose from around 30 advanced courses in biology. We have excellent facilities for laboratory work and conducting field experiments. Field trips and laboratory work are integral parts of the majority of our biology courses at Lund University.

special features of the programme:• Broadrangeofcoursescoveringsubjectsfromcellandmolecularbiologytoorganismicbiologyandecology• Closeconnectionstoresearchinainternationalenvironment• ExtensiveexperienceinofferingcoursesinEnglishandwelldevelopedstudentexchangeprogrammes• Integrationoftheoreticalanalyseswithstrongtrainingoflaboratoryskillsandfieldwork• Freedomtodesignyourownstudyprogrammeandspecialisation

Career prospectsThe knowledge and skills you will gain on this programme open doors to employment within many sectors of academia and society. Employment can be found within agencies concerned with environmental protection issues, education or research funding. The programme also provides a solid grounding that prepares you for further postgraduate studies.

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biology: theoretical ecology 2 years (4 semesters)

Theoretical Ecology encompasses almost all aspects of ecology – from genes to ecosystems, from population dynamics to evolutionary biology – and has a quantitative approach to ecological problems. This means that there is emphasis on the underlying, often mathematical, theories of ecology and evolution. The mathematical and statistical tools learnt are also useful for a number of applications in, for example, natural resource management and conservation biology.

special features of the programme:• Basiccalculusandlinearalgebratosolveecologicalandevolutionaryproblems• Stochasticprocessesandenvironmentalvariability• Optimisationandprogramming• Thefoundationofbehaviouralecology,populationdynamics,andcommunityecology• Fundamentalevolutionaryprocesses(e.g.naturalandsexualselection,speciation)

Career prospects:The programme serves as outstanding preparation for university research, but also for research and development in many areas outside academia. The versatile skills that students acquire serve as an excellent background for work in natural resource management, conservation biology and other areas where quantitative skills are necessary.

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credits: 120 ECTS




biology: Plant ecology 2 years (4 semesters)

An understanding of the mechanisms that shape and modify plant diversity is of fundamental importance for all biological disciplines. This is the programme for students interested in plant ecology, systematics, evolution and biodiversity. you will learn about the mechanisms that are involved in the evolution of new plant species and the factors that control plant diversity and the distribution of plant species. you will come to understand the way in which mating systems and population structure influence gene flow and genetic diversity in plants. you will find out about how plants interact with other organisms and their ability to adapt to environmental change. At the same time, you will gain practical experience of ecological and systematic methodology.

special features of the programme:• Closeconnectionstoresearchinainternationalenvironment• Integrationoftheoreticalanalyseswithstrongtrainingoflaboratoryskills• Freedomtocreateyourownstudyprogrammeandspecialisation

Career prospects:The study programme has a clear focus on biodiversity and conservation biology. It provides a foundation for doctoral studies in plant ecology and systematics, as well as for a diverse range of other careers for plant biologists within the public sector, forestry and agricultural organisations, ecological and conservation consultancy, plant breeding and education.

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biotechnology 2 years (4 semesters)

Biotechnology is a globally expanding area with respect to both research and production, and Lund University is among the leading universities in the world with several renowned scientists. A number of biotech companies are operating in Lund. Biotechnology has an impact on issues like health and pharmaceuticals, food production, waste water treatment and other environmental issues, as well as the production of chemicals.The master’s in Biotechnology is a broad programme covering different aspects of the conversion of raw materials to products using biocatalysts, e.g. enzymes and microorganisms. Both the development of the biocatalyst and the process are covered. The role of biotechnology in a sustainable society is also discussed. The programme is aimed at those with an interest in the possibilities of using biological systems for production. you will learn about topics including gene technology, bioprocess technology, immunotechnology, bioseparation, enzyme technology, protein engineering, metabolic engineering and process and plant design.

after completing this programme you will:• haveachievedahighlevelofgeneralskillinbiotechnologytomeetchallengesinthefield• haveimprovedyourcommunicationskillsduringdiscussionsandbypractisingwrittenandoralpresentationsofsmallprojects• beabletosuggestprocessingconditionsfortheindustrialmanufacturingofbiotechproductswithregardtorawmaterials, convenience, energy and sustainability • havelearnttheimportanceofentrepreneurship.

Career prospectsThe programme is closely aligned to market needs and there is an emphasis on engineering aspects. During your studies you will meet not only researchers at the departments but also lecturers from biotech companies working with, for example, product development and marketing. your future job could be anywhere in the world, with a small or large multinational company, a government authority, a university or another organisation. you will also be eligible to go on to doctoral studies.

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Chemistry 2 years (4 semesters)

The programme provides you with the opportunity to acquire an advanced level of theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in various specialisations within the field of chemistry. Through a choice of advanced courses and a master’s degree project or projects, you are given the opportunity to specialise in one of chemistry’s subject areas (analytical chemistry, organic chemistry, inorganic chemistry, biochemistry, molecular biophysics, physical chemistry, chemical physics and theoretical chemistry), which are represented at the Faculty of Science through KILU (the Department of Chemistry at Lund University). The master’s degree project must correspond to at least 30 ECTS credits.

Studies build on a previous grounding in chemistry and enable you to develop the ability to apply independent ideas to issues and problems in chemistry or its neighbouring fields.

Career prospectsThe programme will provide you with general and subject-related skills that equip you for employment in the chemical industry, related industries or the public sector, or for phD studies. you will also develop your own learning skills in such a way that you are prepared for life-long learning.

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development and Management (luMid) 2 years (4 semesters)

The LUmID is one of the most popular and successful programmes at Lund University with around 1 300 applicants for 40 places. Emphasis on applied knowledge and interdisciplinarity has resulted in a remarkable success rate, with nearly 100 per cent of our students completing their degrees within two years of starting the programme. Our students spend the third semester in a developing country of their choice combining academic course work with practical work applying the theoretical knowledge they have acquired during the first year of campus-based study in Lund.

features of the programme:• Qualitativeassessmentofprocessesandmethodsusedininternationaldevelopmentprojectsandprogrammemanagement• Formulationofprojectproposalsandprojectdesign• Knowledgeandpracticalexperienceofprojectmonitoringandcarryingoutorganisationalassessment• Anunderstandingoftheoriesrelatedtointernationaldevelopmentandspecialisedknowledgeinoneofthreefields: public health, rural development or natural resource management • Qualitativeandquantitativedatacollectionmethods• Collectingandanalysingprimaryaswellassecondarydataonthebasisofatleasttenweeksoffieldworkinadevelopingcountry• Extensiveexperienceofpeerreviewingfellowstudents’work,bothverballyandinwriting.

Career prospectsSeventy per cent of our students find work within the development sector within a year of graduating. They attribute this to the project and programme management component of the programme, as well as the rigorous field training and experience they gather during their second year of study. Alumni are employed in a wide range of development-related organisations, from small nGOs to the World Bank and national and international aid agencies.

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credits: 120 ECTS




Corporate and financial Management 1 year (2 semesters)

Is your ambition to have a future career working with both finance and strategic decision-making? Do you want to master the techniques, models and theories that are associated with these fields? Do you hold an undergraduate degree in business with a major in finance including financial accounting? Are you motivated, appreciate a tough workload including weekly assignments in calculation, statistics and analysing quantitative data? In that case, this programme is for you.

the lund learning ModelThe School of Economics and management adopts a student-centred approach to teaching and learning. The aim is to increase students’ capacity for advanced problem solving, resulting in better decision-making abilities. Our courses are based on state-of-the-art research in each particular field, and we encourage students to improve their skills in terms of both critical thinking and practical application.

Career prospectsThe programme prepares you for a professional career in corporate management, financial management, management consulting, financial analysis and/or investment banking or in corporate finance functions in non-financial firms, as well as for doctoral studies in business administration. Graduates have found work at companies including maersk, nordea Corporate Finance and Orkla.

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development studies, sadvs 2 years (4 semesters)

The master of Science in Development Studies is an interdisciplinary social science master’s programme focusing on problems of poverty and development. The objective of the programme is to provide students with background knowledge and practical skills to understand, assess and work in development-related fields, whether in direct poverty reduction or in other aspects of social, economic and institutional development. Students will acquire a critical social science approach and will conduct their own research within the context of the master’s thesis.

The programme offers a wide range of alternatives for the individual student. There are many social science courses within the International School of Social Science to provide students with deeper knowledge in their major discipline or in other fields beneficial to their research interests. Students can also choose from several courses in research method to adapt the programme to their particular interests. There are also good opportunities to go abroad and take courses at one of the many universities with which we have exchange agreements. Students who wish to work in development-related fields can also choose to do an internship. previous students have worked, for example, at embassies spread over the world, in agencies within the Un and the EU and in various nGOs.

Career prospects: The programme prepares students for phD studies and academic careers, and is also suited to those who aim to make contributions to sustainable development in roles such as policy makers or practitioners in government agencies, private firms and nGOs.

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economic demography 2 years (4 semesters)

Economic demography explores the relationship between population and economy in a broad sense; how a population is influenced by eco-nomic development and in what ways population changes affect the economy. The classic dilemma, still relevant in our times, is whether the economic resources will suffice for an ever-increasing population. Other areas of interest are the impact of economic aspects on the long-term decline in mortality and diminishing family size that are linked to the demographic transition. Special interest is also given to studies on the family and the labour market, migration patterns and health and mortality issues. The programme provides training in the theories, methods and skills required to understand demographic dynamics. It focuses on the processes underlying population change, the contexts in which these processes originate and evolve and the consequences of such processes.

a creative and innovative environmentAt Lund University you will experience a unique atmosphere with informal relationships between students and professors, where personal initiative and innovative and critical thinking are not only encouraged but also expected. This academic approach proves to be an asset when graduates later step out into the world of work, having grown both as professionals and individuals.

Career prospectsThere is a demand for demographic studies at all levels of government, as well as in the private sector. marketing, insurance and municipal planning are three areas where demographic skills are in increasing demand. Given the wide scope of the programme and its interdisciplinary nature, graduates can expect employment opportunities within a multitude of areas.

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economic Growth, innovation and spatial dynamics 2 years (4 semesters)

Economic growth, innovation and entrepreneurship are areas of intense research in a number of countries and our faculty represents this state-of-the-art international research. This master’s programme combines the three areas, meeting a need in analytical and planning work for the ability to merge knowledge about economic modelling and the role of innovation and entrepreneurship with empirical evidence of economic change across time and space. The programme provides knowledge about theories of economic growth and innovation, as well as insights into the historical evidence of economic growth and innovation, the spatial dimensions of economic growth and innovation and entrepreneurial activity and the commercialisation of innovations. Students will acquire the ability to critically assess reports and scientific literature as well as the ability to carry out investigations and analyses within the field.

a creative and innovative environmentAt Lund University you will experience a unique atmosphere with informal relationships between students and professors, where personal initiative and innovative and critical thinking are not only encouraged but also expected. This academic approach proves to be an asset when graduates later step out into the world of work, having grown both as professionals and individuals.

Career prospectsGraduates are particularly well equipped for analytical and planning work in government and international organisations, as well as for work in non-governmental organisations and consultancy.

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economics 1 year / 2 years (2 or 4 semesters)

The programme provides you with deepened and thorough knowledge of modern economic theories, concepts and techniques and their applications. you will acquire the necessary tools to investigate advanced economic problems and gain specialised knowledge in your specific field of interest. you will also become familiar with major and recent literature in your particular field of specialisation and be introduced to important research techniques. The following specialisations are offered within the programme: Econometrics, Financial Economics, health, Family and Labour Economics, International and Development Economics, macroeconomics, microeconomics, and public Economics.

The School of Economics and management offers both a one-year mSc degree (60 ECTS credits) and a two-year mSc degree (120 ECTS credits) in Economics. The one-year programme is designed to give you sound knowledge of the basic methods of advanced economics and to allow you to specialise in a specific area of interest, as well as enabling you to apply your knowledge to analyse real world problems. The two-year programme further deepens this knowledge, broadens the areas of interest and/or introduces you to research methods.

Career prospectsyou will be qualified for positions within the private and public sectors. The programme also provides excellent preparation for doctoral studies. Graduates find employment in the financial sector, in government authorities and public institutions, in the health sector, in large companies and private research centres and in a large number of international institutions.

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economic history 2 years (4 semesters)

Economic history is not only about the past; it is also a way to look at the present and the future in the context of accumulated experience. Core courses deal with population and living standards, institutions and economic growth, as well as the international economy and globalisation. Optional courses are offered on a broad range of topics. methodological issues are addressed in both qualitative and quantitative terms and you will acquire the ability to carry out investigations and analyses concerning changes in social and economic conditions under different circumstances. Lund University is renowned for its research in economic history, which is of high international standard. The programme takes full advantage of this thriving environment, giving our students an invaluable link to state-of-the-art research.

a creative and innovative environmentAt Lund University you will experience a unique atmosphere with informal relations between students and professors, where personal initiative and innovative and critical thinking are not only encouraged but also expected. This academic approach proves to be an asset when graduates later step out into the world of work, having grown both as professionals and individuals.

Career prospectsAs a graduate of this programme you are equipped for analytical work in the private and public sectors that requires intellectual judgement, the evaluation and analysis of economic facts and ideas, and good communication skills.

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environmental Management and Policy 2 years (4 semesters)

A global classroom, cross-disciplinary perspectives and an applied focus are key characteristics of the programme. managing environmental issues in industry and government are the core themes, and consequently the programme covers the basics of environmental challenges, the opportunities in technical systems, organisational and managerial strategies, the economic background to law and policy, and the range of policy instruments at hand. Our graduates are trained to communicate effectively with all key stakeholders. Research areas covered include product policy, energy and climate policy, sustainable consumption, energy-efficient buildings and various aspects of corporate environmental management. Within the programme students undertake a large number of study visits and exercises with industry and government partners.

The programme is structured such that the first year of study takes the form of online, part-time distance learning, which allows students to stay on at current jobs. Only the second year requires on-campus study in Lund. The coursework is intense and demanding, but also creates strong professional and personal networks. The alumni network forms a close-knit group of Lund University graduates who are happy to meet, share information and continue to work together. The IIIEE hosts regular alumni conferences to allow for updating of knowledge and networking.

• PartoftheprogrammeisdeliveredtogetherwithMESPOM,theErasmusMundusprogrammewecoordinate• Morethan90percentofourgraduatescurrentlyholdpositionswheretheydirectlybenefitfromtheprogramme• Fullyintegratedprogrammetaughtbyin-housemulti-disciplinarystafffrom15+countries• Theprogrammeengageswithatleast50companies,ministriesandotherorganisationseachyear.

Career prospects: The IIIEE mSc programme opens the door to a wide range of international environment-focused careers. Our 500+ alumni are professionals within consulting, industry, research, nGOs, and in international and national government institutions, thereby integrating into all spheres essential for real advancement of the environmental agenda.

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Programme start: Autumn 2011

credits: 120 ECTS

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entrepreneurship 1 year (2 semesters)

Are you interested in creative problem solving? have you ever thought of starting your own business? Or are you constantly coming up with new ideas? Entrepreneurial skills enable individuals to discover and exploit opportunities in the marketplace, as well as to drive innovation in existing companies. The programme consists of two focus areas: (1) new venture Creation, which focuses on the creation of new independent ventures, and (2) Corporate Entrepreneurship and Innovation, which focuses on the entrepreneurial process in existing businesses. Students are to choose a focus area when applying to the programme.

The programme builds on real life experience, with real life entrepreneurs as mentors and an action-oriented teaching approach. An international expert committee evaluated the programme in Lund as an excellent centre for higher education in entrepreneurship in Sweden. you are welcome to join us!

The programme is open for application from all students with undergraduate degrees of 180 credits (or the equivalent). previous knowledge of business administration is not required. Applicants to this programme should indicate in their Statement of purpose if they want to work with an idea they have developed themselves or commercialize an idea based on research developed at Lund University.

Career prospectsThe knowledge and skills gained from this programme will be particularly useful for graduates who want to start up businesses based on their own ideas or to commercialise research developed at Lund University. you will also be prepared for work with new venture projects in established firms, as well as with new and small ventures. Other career opportunities include employment as a business advisor, consultant or TTO manager.

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credits: 60 ECTS







environmental studies and sustainability science, luMes 2 years (4 semesters)

The LUmES programme concentrates on complex environmental and sustainability challenges and the variety of approaches for both under-standing and strategically managing these from local to global level. Building on the knowledge and experience students already possess, focus is placed on present and future development paths, while at the same time providing a basis in political and cultural theoretical perspectives. The foundation of the programme is a holistic, systems thinking perspective for both human and nature systems, as well as the interactions between them. Furthermore, training in other qualitative and quantitative methods and frameworks is carried out throughout the programme.

unique programme qualities:The LUmES programme is set in a unique interdisciplinary and international educational environment. Courses are taught by lecturers from both the social and natural sciences. Interpersonal skills are developed through strong emphases on group work, presentations and academic writing. Since LUmES started in 1997 over 500 applicants from 92 countries have become LUmES students with a graduation rate exceeding 90 per cent. Graduates are able to analyse and formulate governance strategies for complex sustainability challenges. The LUmES environment creates a setting that challenges students to broaden their outlooks and develop their critical thinking skills.

Career prospects:Because of the unique training they receive, LUmES graduates are found in an array of positions in the private sector, governmental and non-governmental organisations and as doctoral students.

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credits: 120 ECTS




european affairs 2 years (4 semesters)

As the first European Affairs programme in Sweden (established in 1994), we offer a unique combination of courses, covering such topics as European governance, EU law, EU negotiations, Europe and international political economy, and the EU common foreign and security policy. We also offer the possibility to do an internship: students currently enrolled in the programme work in different parts of the European Com-mission and in various organisations involved in consultation and lobbying activities in Brussels. In addition to being active researchers in their own field of expertise, our teachers have all undergone educational training and make use of modern teaching and assessment techniques. They also have experience of working with European integration issues as practitioners.

Knowledge and skills acquired in the programme: • AthoroughunderstandingofthelegalframeworkgoverningEuropeanintegration• AthoroughunderstandingofthepoliticalprocessesoftheEU• AthoroughunderstandingofEUpolicyinvariousareas,includingexternaltradeandforeignandsecuritypolicy• Advancedanalyticalandmethodologicalskills

Career Prospects:The master’s programme in European Affairs provides preparation for a professional career as an administrator, analyst or decision-maker in the public or private sectors, at local, regional, national or international level. Over the years, we have educated hundreds of people who are now employed in the European civil service or in other organisations requiring EU-specific knowledge. The programme also prepares students for doctoral studies and a continued academic career.

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european business law 1 year / 2 years (2 or 4 semesters)

The programme provides an in-depth understanding of both the practical and the theoretical aspects of business law within the European Union and of how the internal market operates in a global context. Students also acquire knowledge of EU constitutional law as a necessary basis for the understanding of European business law.

The programme provides both general and specific knowledge of the European Union legal framework, which is necessary for students in-tending to work as legal advisors or business decision-makers. Students can tailor the programme to suit their own interests, which gives them a competitive edge when applying for future positions on the labour market.

Career prospectsWith a unique combination of traditional legal studies in business law (e.g. contract law, tax law and competition law) and economic- and trade-related issues, this programme is an ideal an preparation for a career within private practice, national/EU institutions or legal research. It also provides a good grounding for students interested in pursuing an academic career within the University.

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european and international tax law 1 year (2 semesters)

This master’s programme, given in cooperation with the Faculty of Law, is designed to meet the demands of the market for cutting-edge knowledge on multi-jurisdictional tax issues. It offers a unique combination of specialist courses in both direct and indirect taxation, in a dy-namic international setting with students from throughout the world. It provides you with access to an international faculty with state-of-the-art knowledge in the field. Students will also meet with tax practitioners working with these issues in companies such as Ernst & young. The one-year master’s programme in European and International Tax Law runs from late August to June on a full time basis. Students are encouraged to specialize in either direct taxation (income taxation) or indirect taxation (vAT, excises and customs duties). Career ProspectsThe interdisciplinary studies help prepare students for jobs as tax administrators, tax consultants and tax policy-makers. It may also be ben-eficial for judges dealing with tax law issues. This programme is also an excellent preparation for phD studies in European and international taxation.

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finance 1 year / 2 years (2 or 4 semesters)

The programme is research-driven and based on the principle of academic rigour in practical application. you will gain a thorough understanding of, and training in, effective identification, analysis and resolution of complex financial problems.

Advanced theoretical and empirical concepts in both financial economics and corporate finance are on the curriculum. you will extend your knowledge of the major areas of financial decision-making. Important objectives are to provide you with training in the main areas of investigation and research techniques used in finance. This will give you the general knowledge required to specialise in your preferred area of finance.

Career prospectsAfter graduation, there are extensive job opportunities for you as a finance professional and specialist. Future careers could include positions in the financial services sector (commercial and investment banking), insurance firms, supervisory authorities, corporate finance functions in both financial and non-financial firms, or as a financial consultant. Graduates have found employment at, for example, Deutsche Bank, mcKinsey, Accenture, maersk, J.p. morgan and Goldman Sachs.

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food technology and nutrition 2 years (4 semesters)

This programme is aimed at students who want to learn more about food and who want to work with innovative future foods, for instance as a part of the solution to major health issues such as malnutrition and obesity. The programme covers the design and production of foods with health benefits. you will learn about subjects including food chemistry, food processing, surface and colloid chemistry, microbiology, nutrition and food analysis.

After completing your studies you will:• haveachievedahighlevelofbroadskillinfoodtechnologyandnutritiontomeettheglobalchallengesoffoodsecurity• haveimprovedyourcommunicationskillsthroughdiscussionsandbypractisingwrittenandoralpresentationsofsmallprojects• beabletosuggestprocessingconditionsfortheindustrialmanufactureofhighqualityfoodproductsintermsofnutritionaland sensory properties and with regard to raw materials, convenience, energy and sustainability.

Career prospectsyour future job could be anywhere in the world, in a small or large multinational company, a government authority, a university or another organisation. For those students who wish to continue as a researcher, there is the option to go on to studies at doctoral level. The programme is closely aligned to market needs and there is a strong emphasis on engineering sciences. During your studies you will meet not only researchers at the department but also lecturers from various food companies working with, for example, product development and marketing.

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credits: 120 ECTS




Geographical information sciences (luMa – Gis) 2 years (4 semesters)

LUmA-GIS is an Internet-based distance learning programme in analysing and modelling spatial phenomena using GIS (Geographical Information Systems). The aim is to offer you a flexible and comprehensive training in GIS. All courses are provided over the Internet, including text, audio and video lectures, email contact, forums and Skype correspondence with specialised academic staff. you can adopt the learning methods that work best for you and choose your own pace of study. The course offers hands-on training using up-to-date software and affords the opportunity to achieve deep theoretical understanding of spatial phenomena and the basics of GIS, database management, cartography and advanced knowledge of GIS methodologies.

Career prospectsAfter completing the programme you will have gained theoretical and practical knowledge about the planning, implementation and handling of GIS within diverse disciplines. These skills are highly useful within all areas concerned with spatial phenomena, such as natural and social sciences, medicine, engineering, hydrology, agriculture, forestry, defence, global change and in spatial planning of local, regional and national systems.

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Geology 2 years (4 semesters)

The programme covers nearly all aspects of geology, from minerals and rocks to glacial geology, sediments, climatic changes and the evolution of life. It aims to provide students with a wide range of geological knowledge, exposure to areas at the cutting edge of research, and a thorough understanding of the practical applications of geology. There are two main branches, Bedrock Geology and Quaternary Geology. Three courses in either branch, combined with an elective course, are normally studied during the first year. The courses on the master’s programme can also be selected individually, if the visit is shorter than two years. A master’s degree project (45 ECTS credits) is compulsory in the second year.

One of many attractions of the Department of Earth and Ecosystem Sciences is the vast array of in-house research equipment that complements teaching. All students undertake their lectures and practical sessions in well-equipped lecture halls and teaching laboratories within the depart-ment building. Fieldwork is an essential part of the practical work and there are excursions of between one day and two weeks. These are held at a variety of locations and are a major feature of the programme. In the final year students generally undertake projects in many of the research laboratories. Computing and workstation facilities underpin many aspects of our teaching and research. Students have access to all library resources at the department, which include electronic journals.

Career prospects:The world will depend even more on geologists and their expertise in the future. Concern about global environmental change has never been greater, and the increasing global population is making greater demands on earth’s limited resources. Graduates from our programme possess transferable and subject-specific skills that are necessary for academic research or entry into various areas of employment in private companies or governmental structures.

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credits: 120 ECTS




Geomatics 2 years (4 semesters)

Geomatics involve the acquisition, management and analysis of phenomena with a spatial reference. Spatial analysis finds applications in many areas, such as health, the environment, urban planning, geology, archaeology and agronomy. This programme aims to provide knowledge in spatial analysis for environmental applications. It includes studies in geographical information systems (GIS), remote sensing and physical geog-raphy. models and theories for understanding the Earth’s climate and ecosystems are integrated with knowledge for collecting environmental information using remote sensing, storing the information in databases and theories behind GIS.

Career prospectsGraduates from the programme will be able to work as GIS and environmental specialists in public and private organisations. The programme is also suited for students interested in research careers.

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Global studies, sadvs 2 years (4 semesters)

The master of Science in Global Studies is an interdisciplinary social science master’s programme that aims to provide students with knowledge of globalisation, conflict and social change. This involves an understanding of theories connected to processes of globalisation and transformation as analysed through various disciplinary frameworks. The programme presents major cultural, economic, political and socio-psychological theories and concepts to enable students to make informed, comparative analyses of how globalisation is linked to conflict and social change.

as a student on the programme you will:• developskillsincriticalthinkinginrelationtoglobalisationanddeveloptheoreticalknowledgeinyourmajordiscipline, both offering good preparation for doctoral studies. • beabletochoosefromawiderangeofcourses,boththeoreticalandmethodological,offeredbytheInternationalSchoolofSocialScience• havemanyopportunitiestoinfluenceyoureducationduringtheprogramme

We have exchange agreements with many universities abroad where you can spend one semester taking courses of relevance to your specific research interest. you can also take advantage of the opportunity to do an internship for one semester, which provides an excellent opportunity to gain work experience. previous students have, for example, undertaken work placements at embassies and in international nGOs, private companies and the public sector.

Career prospects:A number of students have moved on to phD positions after graduating from the programme. The programme also provides you with knowledge and experiences for a future career as a policy maker, a leader or a practitioner working on global issues in government agencies, private companies or nGOs.

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human ecology 2 years (4 semesters)

Drawing on fields such as anthropology, geography, sociology and economic history, the programme provides interdisciplinary perspectives and analytical tools for communicating about problems of sustainability. It represents an important complement to technological and natural science approaches to sustainability by focusing on the cultural dimensions of consumption and resource use, cultural perceptions of environment and economy, and social science perspectives on the global distribution of environmental problems. A central aim is to help students develop skills in communicating across boundaries separating the discourses of different disciplines, cultural traditions, or the interests of business, politics and social movements. The programme encourages critical scrutiny of the debate about sustainability, but also a serious commitment to improving human-environmental relations worldwide. It covers the major social and environmental challenges of our time, including climate change and climate justice, unequal exchange and use of ecological resources, and the shifting of environmental risks and problems to the poorest parts of world society.

This programme is unique in combining perspectives on sustainability from the humanities, social sciences and natural sciences. It brings together lecturers and students from various backgrounds in truly interdisciplinary discussions about how culture, power and ecology interact in human-environmental relations. In the third semester, many students are offered work placements with organisations in various parts of the world, giving them the opportunity to apply their insights to practical engagement with sustainability policies. In autumn 2010, several students are enjoying paid work placements with organisations dedicated to improving sustainability in various parts of Latin America. The programme does not shy away from pressing and controversial questions regarding global power structures and inequalities of distribution.

Career prospectsStudents graduating from this programme will be able to work in fields such as research, education, journalism, environmental management and development aid. Regardless of the choice of profession, they will be equipped to help make the world more sustainable by communi-cating their insights to others and by being able to critically assess different options regarding policies, lifestyles and patterns of consumption.

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credits: 120 ECTS







human Geography 2 years (4 semesters)

The master’s programme in human Geography is one of a number of master’s programmes in Social Science on offer at Lund University. human Geography covers a wide range of topics – from landscapes to globalisation. The scope of the subject is such that it will give you an excellent scientific base that can easily be combined with other academic subjects.

the Master’s programme in human Geography aims to provide students with: • knowledgeofthedevelopmentoftheoriesinsocialandeconomicgeographyandtheirrelationstotheoriesinother social and environmental sciences • understandingofthespatialdimensionsofsocial,economic,culturalandenvironmentalprocessesandtheirimportance for welfare and living conditions in various geographical contexts • skillsinmethodsandtheuseofadvancedtoolstoanalysethecomplexrelationsbetweendevelopmentprocessesonlocal, regional, national and global scales • competencetocarryoutscientificinvestigations,analysesandadvancedplanningrelatedtopolitical,economic,social and environmental issues in an increasingly complex world. The main areas of study included in the programme are social and cultural geography, economic geography and environmental studies.

Career prospects: Studies in human geography prepare you for a career in environmental issues, urban development, landscape changes or economic development.

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credits: 120 ECTS




industrial design 2 years (4 semesters)

In the master’s programme you will focus on one of three themes: living and behaviour, form and technology, or man and nature. The programme consists of individual industrial design projects, workshops and additional theoretical courses. you will participate in and contribute to the creation of knowledge within the field of design. By organising exhibitions, seminars and workshops you will communicate your work and participate in the public debate. The School of Industrial Design offers you a creative environment with excellent workshop facilities. As part of a full faculty university, we can offer great opportunities for a multidisciplinary approach through cooperation with other faculties.

Students will become authorities in their chosen subject, whether in their conceptually creative, strategic or technical capacity.Above all, the master’s programme encourages the in-depth debate and deliberation of the discipline.

Career prospects:On completion of the master’s degree, you will be well prepared to continue these discussions in whatever capacity you choose to work, be it designer, entrepreneur, design coordinator or researcher, in the public or private sectors, in a team or as an individual.

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information systems 1 year (2 semesters)

The programme is designed to provide you with the capabilities and skills necessary for a range of challenging careers that require the integration of information systems (IS) knowledge with a strong knowledge of the global business environment. The programme is capabilities-driven, which means that you as a graduate will have specific valuable IS design capabilities and skills, including the skills to work in and lead teams that analyse, design, and implement information systems to help solve business and societal problems. Graduates are expected to demonstrate the skills and ability to:• designISinordertoachieveimprovementsandinnovativechangeinorganisationsandsociety• applytheories,designmethods,andtoolsforthedevelopmentofIS• participateinandmanageIS-relatedchangeandinnovationprojectsinnationalandinternationalcontexts• deployISandITinorganisationsandbusinessactivities• plan,carryoutandreportdesignandsocialscienceinvestigationsandstudies Career prospectsThe programme attracts highly qualified applicants with excellent career prospects. The Confederation of Swedish Enterprise recently ranked the programme as the top master’s degree programme in its field with regard to both employment rate and salary. The labour market values graduates who have a combination of business and IS design knowledge. Graduates will be able to work as IS/IT consultants, business and system analysts, IS designers or IS/IT project managers. Former students have found work at Tetra pak, Capgemini, IBm, microsoft, Sony Ericsson, IKEA, the United nations, Accenture and Ernst & young. Some graduates have also started their own businesses.

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credits: 60 ECTS




international economics with a focus on China 1 year (2 semesters)

There is high demand for graduates with an in-depth knowledge of the Chinese economy and China’s role in the Asia-pacific and the global economy. This programme will provide you with knowledge of the current affairs of China’s economy based on the methods of advanced economics and economic history. through this programme you will:• acquireanextensiveknowledgeofChina’seconomicinstitutions• obtainabroadtheoreticalknowledgeofinternationaleconomicsandeconomichistory,• conductfieldworkatFudanUniversity,Shanghai Career prospectspossible careers within the private and public sector include employment opportunities in internationally operating companies, various areas of the financial sector, such as commercial banks, insurance companies and stock exchanges, and national and international public institutions.

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school of economics and Management E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 86 75further information and admission requirements: www.ehl.lu.se/masters


credits: 60 ECTS








international human rights law 2 years (4 semesters)

For more than two decades, the master of Laws in International human Rights Law has been a cooperative venture of the Faculty of Law at Lund University and the Raoul Wallenberg Institute of human Rights and humanitarian Law. This makes your education unique: no other LLm programme offers the joint resources of a prestigious law school and an implementation-oriented human rights institution. And, we believe, no other LLm programme has become so well-established with employers in the human rights area. We aim to train your contextual awareness, scholarly approach, analytic clarity and practical skills alike. Both the Faculty of Law at Lund University and the RWI are well respected educational actors and our graduates benefit from the fact that the master’s programme at Lund is held in high esteem worldwide. The programme staff has been carefully selected to ensure the highest scholarly standards in research and training. We regularly add outstanding international experts to the list of guest professors addressing our students: Kofi Annan, Shirin Ebadi, judges at international courts and tribunals, diplomats and human rights intellectuals. The master of Laws in International human Rights Law in Lund was one of the first LLm programmes established specifically to provide for the academic mastery of an increasingly complex area: the international law of human rights. Three paths are offered, one leading to a general command of human rights law in theory and practice and two specialisations, combining human rights law with either intellectual property law or labour rights. All of the three options will open doors to a broad array of international and domestic careers within the legal sector.

Career prospects:Our alumni find employment with international organisations, nGOs, private law firms and public authorities. The Un system or regional organi-sations, international or domestic courts, the public or the private sector – you will enjoy a broad choice. Our LLm prepares you thoroughly for the challenges of your future profession and gives you a competitive advantage over holders of other master’s degrees in human rights.

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credits: 120 ECTS




international Marketing and brand Management 1 year (2 semesters)

While most programmes will focus on either international marketing or brand management, this programme will teach you how to meet the challenges and issues related to both. you will train your ability to solve real and complex problems in organisations, as well as learn the theo-retical concepts and tools. you will undertake independent study, design investigations and apply the ideas and theories learnt throughout the programme.

Key concepts of the programme:• deeperknowledgeofinternationalmarketingandstrategy• thedevelopmentofcompetitivebrandsandcorporateimages• therolesofmarketingandmanagementresearch• theunderstandingofinternationalbusinessrelationships


Career prospectsGraduates can seek positions in international firms within marketing, strategy, brand and product management, sales and marketing research. Graduates have found employment at, for example, SAS, mills DA and UnDp.

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language and linguistics 2 years (4 semesters)

Lund University offers you a unique opportunity to pursue advanced studies in languages and linguistics at master’s level. The Centre for Languages and Literature offers students access to the most modern resources for research and education. you will meet and study together with students from 13 different fields of specialisation. As a master’s student, you will have the possibility of receiving funding for a stay abroad to conduct research on your master’s thesis through grants available from the Birgit Rausing Language programme. The student can choose from different specialisations such as English, Latin, Greek/modern Greek, Japanese, phonetics and General Linguistics.

Career prospectsWith a master’s degree in Language and Linguistics, you are attractive for employers looking for a highly qualified individual with specialised knowledge in communication and language. An international mA in Language and Linguistics also provides you with the academic back-ground you need in order to apply for doctoral studies in languages and linguistics.

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centre for Languages and Literature (soL)Email: [email protected]: +46 46 222 86 99 further information and admission requirements: www.sol.lu.se/en/education/program/hASpv


credits: 120 ECTS





literature – Culture – Media 2 years (4 semesters)

The aim of the programme is to strengthen students’ historical knowledge and theoretical understanding of relations between literature, culture and modern media. The student can choose to specialise in English, French, Russian, Spanish or a General/Scandinavian option. There are theoretical courses, discussing aesthetic and cultural topics of a general nature, as well as courses focused on specific literary genres, themes or historical periods. Critical attention is also given to the many forms in which literature enters the media and the public arena in contemporary society. The final examination takes the form of a master’s thesis.

special features of the programme:• Coursesaretaughtbydistinguishedprofessors,manyoftheminternationallyrenowned• Studentsfromallovertheworldcontributetoastimulatingatmosphereinourclasses• TheCentreforLanguagesandLiteratureprovidesaninvigoratingintellectualandsocialenvironmentfortheprogramme.

Career prospectsThe programme serves as preparation for either further academic studies (phD) or a professional career related to the field of literature, culture and media.

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centre for Languages and Literature (soL)E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 93 80further information and admission requirements: www.sol.lu.se/en/education/programme/halkm/


credits: 120 ECTS







Managing People, Knowledge and Change 1 year (2 semesters)

This programme will provide you with a better understanding of the various challenges facing the practising manager and consultant from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Uniquely, the programme draws its inspiration from the internationally recognised research areas of the lecturers on the programme. These include the fields of knowledge management, identity in organisations, organisational culture, and leadership and change. In particular, the programme emphasises the strategic nature of the contemporary challenges associated with managing organisations and work.


The overall aim is to make sure that our students are continually challenged to grow both individually and professionally by developing:• anunderstandingofhowglobal,technologicalandcompetitiveforcesshapeandhencechangebusiness• analyticalproblemsolvingskillsthatcanbeappliedthroughtheexerciseofsoundjudgementandresponsibility• strongmulticulturalcommunicationandteamworkskills

Career prospectsIt is evident that the labour market values graduates who have a combination of in-depth business knowledge and knowledge of human re-sources. you will be able to work in fields such as management consultancy, human resources and general management.

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credits: 60 ECTS




Maritime law 2 years (4 semesters)

The programme is a collaboration between the Faculty of Law and the World maritime University, malmö. In a time when new technology is giving transportation at sea a competitive advantage over other means of transport, and with congestion on the roads in Europe, the seagoing trade is seeing a new dawn. It is therefore important that the legal aspects of maritime activities closely follow this development. The objective of this programme is to train students to meet the demand for lawyers able to understand and assess the growing market, and with a strong knowledge of the regulatory framework to support the sustainable development of global seagoing trade.

On the programme students choose to focus on either public international maritime law or private international maritime law. The aim of the programme is to show how international, regional and domestic sources of law interact and create tensions and legal issues, with consequences for the shipping industry and the environment.

Career prospectsGraduates of this programme will have good opportunities to find employment, for example within the maritime transport industry or the maritime insurance sector.

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Mathematical statistics 2 years (4 semesters)

The master’s programme in mathematical Statistics provides a broad spectrum of tools and methods for handling random phenomena occurring in scientific as well as industrial contexts. Within the programme you can specialise in many different areas for different purposes. In this programme you take at least 45 ECTS credits in mathematical statistics at master’s level, and write a master’s thesis of 30 ECTS credits. you can choose to take the remaining (at most) 45 ECTS course credits in mathematics or numerical analysis. you can also choose to take courses in other subjects such as computer science, or, if you are aiming for a career in a specific applied field, courses in that field. Examples include courses in economics, molecular biology and bioinformatics. If you intend to proceed to a phD you should take courses with a high degree of theory content, while if you are aiming for a career outside academia you should take courses that cover a wide range of statistical models and methods.

Career prospectsWith a master of Science in mathematical Statistics you have great opportunities to form an exciting career in, for example, the pharmaceutical industry, biotechnology companies or the banking and finance sector. Statistical methods are also of great importance for logistics, quality assurance and development in industry, and organisations within the public sector.

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centre for Mathematical sciences, Mathematical statisticsE-mail: [email protected] phone: +46 46 222 45 77 Fax: +46 46 222 46 23further information and admission requirements: www.science.lu.se/education/master-programmes


credits: 120 ECTS





Mathematics 2 years (4 semesters)

The purpose of the master’s programme in mathematics is to give you an advanced theoretical knowledge of mathematics, together with practical skills to apply this knowledge both to mathematical problems and in applications of mathematics. you are required to take a minimum of 45 ECTS credits of advanced courses in mathematics or numerical analysis. The programme involves a master’s thesis of 30 ECTS credits, running in parallel with courses over the final two semesters. The remaining credits can be chosen freely, giving a wide range of possible specialisations within pure or applied mathematics or numerical analysis.

Career prospectsAfter graduating from this programme you are qualified to enter a phD programme in mathematics. you will also have sufficient skills in applying mathematics to seek employment in industry, with government agencies and in other organisations working with mathematical problems.

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centre for Mathematical sciencesE-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 85 41 Fax: +46 46 222 42 13 further information and admission requirements: www.science.lu.se/education/master-programmes


credits: 120 ECTS






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Middle eastern studies 2 years (4 semesters)

The new two-year international interdisciplinary master’s programme in middle Eastern Studies at the Centre for middle Eastern Studies (CmES) in Lund offers highly qualified students an opportunity to become experts on the middle East. In addition, our education focuses on personal development, giving our students the necessary training and support to be successful in their careers after Lund. CmES was selected in 2009 to initiate the research programme The middle East in the Contemporary World as part of the Swedish Research Council’s strategic research areas. Since then, CmES has rapidly expanded into a truly international ‘hub’ for research, public information and cultural events focusing on the middle East.

master’s students have close contact with our research projects, which form a vivid and open environment for studies and research, with excellent opportunities for work placements and research involvement. prolific international experts frequently visit CmES for joint ventures and guest lectures that are integrated into the master’s programme. The programme is run in collaboration with a number of middle Eastern and European academic institutions, as well as with businesses, nGOs and development agencies active in the middle East. The academic culture of openness and outreach is very important to us. CmES organises bi-weekly ‘brown bag lunches’, where researchers present their research and passion for the region, as well as public lectures, film festivals, exhibitions and concerts. CmES actively participates in both current debates on middle Eastern issues and national debates on multiculturalism against prejudice and Islamophobia.

Career prospects:The programme offers courses in multiple focus areas as well as opportunities for attractive work placements and language training in the middle East. It provides a solid foundation for a career in middle Eastern analysis, politics, diplomacy, development, culture or enterprise, as well as for further academic research and phD studies.

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centre for Middle eastern studiesE-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 98 83further information and admission requirements: www.cmes.lu.se/2009/academics/ma-program/new-international-ma-in-middle-eastern-studies/


credits: 120 ECTS




Molecular biology - General 2 years (4 semesters)

The general programme in molecular Biology provides you with the opportunity to design your own programme with the specialisation that you prefer. There is a broad range of courses to choose from. you will be given guidance on how to put together a suitable programme that fulfills the degree requirements and gives you the appropriate education and training.

special features of the programme:• Broadrangeofcoursesrelatedtocellandmolecularbiology,biotechnologyandmedicalbiology• Closeconnectiontoresearchinaninternationalenvironment• Integrationoftheoreticalanalysiswithstrongtrainingoflaboratoryskills• Freedomtocreateyourownstudyprogrammeandspecialisation

Career prospectsThe knowledge and skills you will gain on this programme open doors to employment within many sectors in industry, academia and the public sector. Depending on which specialisation you choose, this could be in the biotechnological, pharmaceutical or food industries. Employment can also be found in agencies concerned with hygiene and environmental protection issues, in patent and legal issues, education or research funding.

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Department of biologyE-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 2227316 Fax: +46 46 2224206further information and admission requirements: www.lu.se/biology-education/master-s-programmes/molecular-biology/general-programme


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Molecular biology - Medical biology 2 years (4 semesters)

This programme aims to give students of molecular biology a solid foundation for a career in medically related areas. These areas have played, and will continue to play, a central role in pharmaceutical and biotechnological development. The programme also deals with subjects related to obvious commercial applications such as the development of diagnostic tools, quality control, and functional foods. special features of the programme:• Broadrangeofcoursesrelatedtomedicalbiology,includingpharmacology,immunology,nutritionphysiology,toxicology,andneurobiology• Integrationoftheorywithtrainingoflaboratoryskills• Insightsintothedrugdevelopmentprocess,fromresearchtoclinicaluse• Extensivetraininginoralandwrittencommunicationprovidesasolidbasisfortheuseofrelevanttermsandexpressionswithin medical biology and related areas• Extracurricularactivitiessuchasseminarsandsitevisitsareoffered

Career prospectsThe knowledge and skills you will gain on this programme open doors to employment within many sectors in industry, academia and the public sector, both nationally and internationally. This could be in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical or food industries, in patent and legal issues, edu-cation or research funding. The programme also provides you with a solid grounding for phD studies.

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Department of biologyE-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 2227316 Fax: +46 46 2224206further information and admission requirements: www.biol.lu.se/master-s-programmes/molecular-biology/medical-biology


credits: 120 ECTS





Molecular biology - Microbiology 2 years (4 semesters)

This programme offers a highly competitive education in modern microbiology. molecular biology and genomics have transformed this topic and underlined the fundamental importance of microorganisms in most aspects of biology, from ecology to medicine. The programme spans from the use of microbial model organisms to understand function and evolution of cellular processes to the enormous importance of microbes in biotechnology, the food and pharmaceutical industries, hygiene, environmental biotechnology, etc. much of this potential is still unexplored and the programme provides tools and knowledge for a career in this exciting area.

special features of the programme:• Integrationofexperimentalandappliedmicrobiology• Learninginaninternationalandresearch-intensiveenvironment• Inquiry-basedandresearch-basedlaboratoryexercises• Mentorshipandextracurricularactivities

Career prospects:The programme could form a point of entry into further postgraduate research in the field, or prepare you for a career in industry or the public sector. For microbiologists there is a broad employment market, for example in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical and food industries, as well as within various national and international authorities and organisations.

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Department of biologyE-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 2227316 Fax: +46 46 2224206further information and admission requirements: www.lu.se/biology-education/master-s-programmes/molecular-biology/microbiology


credits: 120 ECTS







Molecular biology - Molecular Genetics and biotechnology 2 years (4 semesters)

This programme connects fundamental research with its applications and integrates genetics, gene technology, cell biology, molecular biology, biotechnology and bioinformatics. All these disciplines have a common basis in molecular genetics, which is the discipline that explains how the information in the genes is expressed and how it can give rise to various traits of an organism. Emphasis is also placed on subjects including genetic mechanisms underlying disease, mapping, and diagnostic methods.

special features of the programme:• Coursesingenetics,cellbiology,molecularbiology,biotechnologyandmedicalgenetics• Coursescontainpracticaltraininginmolecularbiologytechniques• Includestrainingintheinnovationprocess,entrepreneurship,andthecommercialisationofbiotechnology

Career prospects:The knowledge and skills you will gain on this programme open doors to employment within many sectors in industry, academia, and the society, for example in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industries or within agencies concerned with patent and legal issues, education or research funding. The programme provides you with a solid grounding for phD studies.

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Department of biologyE-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 37 28 Fax: +46 46 222 42 06further information and admission requirements: www.biol.lu.se/master-s-programmes/molecular-biology/molecular-genetics-and- biotechnology


credits: 120 ECTS




Music in Performance and Composition 2 years (4 semesters)

At the Academy, you are trained for a professional career in music. The program is designed to develop your skills and artistic identity so you can perform in various aspects of the music world, such as orchestras, chamber groups, as a soloist or in any of the varied tasks found in the freelance music world.

The curriculum consists of required and elective courses. The academic year comprises regularly scheduled instruction, project weeks (with orchestra performance or other special projects), as well as independent study weeks and weeks for examinations and assignments. Instruction is given both individually and in groups. The instrument education consists of individual instruction in the main instrument, group lessons, seminars and continuous rehearsal with a pianist. Chamber music courses are included in the regular schedule, as well as in special projects. If you play a symphonic instrument you also take a course in orchestral studies. Entrance examinations for this program are normally held in march.

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nanoscience 2 years (4 semesters)

On the nanometre scale, the distinction between disciplines such as physics, chemistry and biology becomes less clear. Characteristic for nano-technology is therefore a large degree of interdisciplinarity. The nanoscience master’s programme at Lund University has its scientific base in a physics description of nanoscale phenomena, but in addition to nanophysics you can, depending on your background and interests, choose to specialise in fields such as nanoelectronics, materials chemistry or biophysics.

The programme is part of the nanometer Structure Consortium, one of the world’s leading nanoscience research centres. you will interact with cutting-edge research throughout the programme, starting in the first semester and building up to the master’s project. moreover, by taking advantage of the wealth of courses offered by Lund University, you will be able to explore the cross-disciplinary nature of nanoscience.

Career prospectsThere is an increasing demand worldwide for people knowledgeable in nanotechnology. nanoscientists are not only needed in specialised nanotechnology companies but also in more traditional industries, with more and more nanotechnology being incorporated into products. Thanks to the close connection to world-class research, the master’s programme in nanoscience also provides excellent preparation for doctoral studies and an academic career.

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faculty of engineering Lth E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 97 46 Fax: +46 46 222 40 16 further information and admission requirements: www.lth.se/english/education/master/nanoscience/


credits: 120 ECTS





organizing Molecular Matter 2 years (4 semesters)

The purpose of the programme is to give you a broad and fundamental knowledge in the field of physical chemistry, with an emphasis on the fields of surface and colloid chemistry, nanochemistry, and soft condensed matter. Students develop advanced laboratory skills, profound theoretical comprehension of fundamental mechanisms and good understanding of practical applications. Special emphasis is given to an unbroken line of understanding, from quantum mechanical description of atoms and molecules to complex supramolecular structures, as well as their industrial and biological applications.

All courses during the first year are compulsory, and provide you with a suitable base for future studies in these or related subjects, including a course in mathematical methods. In the second year you can to a large extent influence and plan your studies, with several different possibilities. It is mandatory to complete a master’s degree project, corresponding to at least 30 ECTS credits.

Career prospects:When you graduate from the programme you will be highly skilled in the fields mentioned, and also suitably prepared for phD studies in the main subjects.

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centre for chemistry and chemical engineering, faculty of science E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 83 57 Fax: +46 46 222 40 24further information and admission requirements: www.kemi.lu.se/english/education/master_programmes/


credits: 120 ECTS






Photonics 2 years (4 semesters)

photonics, a science born after the invention of the laser, combines optics and electronics. It is becoming increasingly important in our society, as illustrated by the 2009 nobel prize in physics. For example, optical fibre communication, which relies on optical fibres combined with several other photonics devices, forms the backbone of today’s information technology.

Our master’s programme offers education in the main areas of photonics: engineering (generation and manipulation of light), communication (transport of information by optical and microwave techniques), diagnostics (utilisation of light in industry, health care, etc.) and component technology.

features of the programme:• In-depthunderstandingofopticsandlasertechnology• Practicalexperienceofopticaldesign• Practicalexperienceinanopticsandlaserlaboratory• In-depthknowledgeofsomeofthemainphotonicsapplications(e.g.communication).

Career prospects:Employment opportunities exist in many areas. Applications of photonics include light detection, telecommunications, information processing, illumination, metrology, spectroscopy, medicine, laser material processing, robotics and defence. The photonics industry is in rapid expansion worldwide.

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credits: 120 ECTS





Physical Geography and ecosystems analysis 2 years (4 semesters)

This programme enables you to gain first-rate theoretical and practical skills for working with the complex systems of the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere, hydrosphere, and how these interact to form our environment. During your studies, you will obtain a deeper knowledge in global environmental issues and global cycling, climatology and climatic change, ecosystems analysis and biogeophysics. you will also take courses and learn technical systems such as remote sensing, advanced environmental measurement, modelling, and geographic information systems (GIS).

Career prospectsAfter successfully completing the programme you will be able to work within a broad field of land and environmental management, both locally and internationally. you will be an expert in analytical data analysis methods and broad technological skills, and your competence will be required in private as well as public sector. you could also pursue a career in research. Former students can be found at governmental organisations, private consultancy firms, international organisations and nGOs.

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Department of Physical geography and ecosystem analysis E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 95 79 Fax: +46 46 222 03 21 further information and admission requirements: www.nateko.lu.se/masters/natekoe


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Physics 2 years (4 semesters)

The master’s program in physics normally starts with general courses as an introduction to advanced studies. After this you can choose courses and a project within one of the following directions: analytical physics, combustion physics, mathematical physics, nanophysics, photonics and lasers, subatomic physics, synchrotron radiation and theoretical physics. It is also possible to combine courses freely and to design a personal study plan together with an advisor.

Career prospects As a graduate you will find future opportunities within industry and research. Examples of applications are information and communication technology, manufacturing, space exploration, life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, energy production, environment, electronics and material science. Two international research institutes are to be constructed in Lund over the next few years: mAX Iv, a synchrotron radiation laboratory, and ESS, the European Spallation Source. This will make Lund a centre for, among other things, materials science and will attract new entrepreneurs and research groups. The two institutes will add to the already existing opportunities for you as a graduate of this master’s programme. Areas in which graduates find employment include information and communication technology, manufacturing, space exploration, life sciences, medicine, pharmacy, energy production, the environment, electronics and materials science.

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Department of Physics E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 77 24 Fax: +46 46 222 77 60 further information and admission requirements: www.edu.physics.lu.se/masters


credits: 120 ECTS





Protein science 2 years (4 semesters)

Understanding proteins is central to understanding and solving both medical and biotechnological problems on the molecular level. This programme explores the molecular structures and functional mechanisms of a large number of proteins. Graduates from the programme will master methods of cloning, expression and purification of proteins, and a number of specialised techniques for analysing proteins. They will also be able to use and understand primary scientific publications, and have the ability to independently plan, carry out and critically evaluate experiments.

In the first year students follow advanced courses in biochemistry, biophysics and molecular biology. In the second year, they choose one or two projects in the field of protein science, which can be carried out at the University or in a company with a relevant research profile. participation in seminar series, carrier training and development of other general skills is also encouraged during the second year of studies.

Career prospects:Graduates from the programme are highly skilled in conducting research and development, and are well prepared both for work in the biomedical/biotechnical industries and for commencing phD studies.

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credits: 120 ECTS







Public health 2 years (4 semesters)

The master’s programme in public health at Lund University is one of the leading mph programmes in Europe and is in high demand, with around 1 500 applicants each year. The programmes offered at the Faculty of medicine at Lund University were ranked highest in Sweden by the independent university ranking association Urank in 2009. The mph programme is based at the Clinical Research Centre, an environment at the forefront of innovative research. Our staff and lecturers have experience from a wide range of geographical and disciplinary contexts. We have lecturers from Ethiopia, nigeria, India and Indonesia, among others. The diversity and experience of fellow students also contribute to the stimulating multicultural learning environment. As one student expressed it, “The class and the teaching constitute a microcosm of the global context which we will face in our work life.” The programme’s focus is global and cross-disciplinary and provides students with the research-based knowledge and skills necessary for policy-making as well as for hands-on field work. During the latter part of the programme students choose to specialise according to their interests and can also undertake an internship, for example at the WhO.

The independent project during the fourth semester allows students to apply the theories and methods learned to the research area and geo-graphical context of their choice. Selected topics within the programme are:• healthpromotion • projectplanningandleadership• healtheconomics • implementingandevaluatingpublichealthinterventionsandresearch• qualitativeandquantitativeresearchmethods • sexualandreproductivehealthandrights

Career prospects:Our mph alumni are now working at a variety of top governing institutions such as national ministries of health, UnICEF, the WhO and various nGOs. many students have also continued their careers within public health research and now hold a phD degree.

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faculty of MedicineE-mail: [email protected]: +46 40 39 14 06 or +46 40 39 13 42further information and admission requirements: www.med.lu.se/english/public_health


credits: 120 ECTS




religious roots of europe 2 years (4 semesters)

The Religious Roots of Europe (RRE) is a two-year nordic master’s programme offered by the Centre for Theology and Religious Studies at Lund University in cooperation with the universities of Aarhus, Bergen, Copenhagen, helsinki and Oslo. The programme focuses on the formative periods of Judaism, Islam and Christianity, their common roots, early interaction and contributions to European culture. The programme prepares students for educational and social work in a multi-religious society or research on the role of the three religions in European history and society. Through the programme students acquire detailed knowledge about the formation of the three religions and their interaction with one another, as well as skills relevant for any occupation or study where the role of the three religions is of importance. The programme is unique in its focus on the formation of all three religions in a comparative perspective. As a joint nordic programme it gives students access to the professors and research of six different universities, as well as the nordic institutes in Rome, which are associated to the programme. Lund University, as well as its partners, is internationally recognised for its research in the field of study. The use of e-learning, local tutorials and joint nordic compact seminars provides a unique combination of campus studies and exchange with students based at other universities.

Career prospects:The formation of multi-religious societies in Europe and the increasing role of religion today create a need for individuals with an in-depth knowledge of the formation and history of religions, especially Judaism, Christianity and Islam, as well as a need for future research in the field. A graduate from this programme will be able to enter into specialised occupations in government institutions or organisations dealing with culture, integration or diplomacy and in private firms, for example with business relations with the middle East. The programme also provides an excellent basis for phD studies.

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social studies of Gender, sassG 2 years (4 semesters)

The master of Science in Social Studies of Gender is an interdisciplinary social science master’s programme that aims to provide students with the core elements through which current gender theories and research, in dialogue with established academic disciplines, have contributed to the understanding of broader social processes. The major objective of the programme is to improve students’ ability to critically examine, evaluate and discuss the field’s most important theoretical perspectives and research results. With these skills in social science and gender analysis, students will be able to formulate and analyse interconnections between theory and practice concerning gender, class, ethnicity and sexuality.

as a student in the programme you will:• havetheopportunitytochoosefromthewiderangeofcourses,boththeoreticalandmethodological,offeredbytheInternational School of Social Science• beabletochoosefromseveralcoursesinresearchmethodstoadapttheprogrammetoyourparticularinterests• havethechoicetodoaninternshipduringthethirdsemestertogaininsightsintoandworkexperienceinmanydifferentfields,in nGOs, government agencies, international organisations and private firms, where a gender perspective is crucial. There are also good opportunities to go abroad during the third semester and take courses at one of the many universities with which we have exchange agreements.

Career prospectsThe critical social science perspective acquired during the programme, together with in-depth knowledge of theories in your major discipline, prepares you for doctoral studies or professional work in a variety of fields, such as organisational management, development, communication and social policy.

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credits: 120 ECTS





sport sciences 2 years (4 semesters)

The aim of the programme is to provide in-depth knowledge, skills and abilities in the field of sport sciences, from a number of different scientific perspectives. particular focus is placed on advanced in-depth study of sports medicine and sport psychology.

the programme includes second-cycle courses in • preventionandtreatmentofsportsinjuries• sportsnutrition• exercisephysiology• leadershipandcommunication• mentalaspectsofsportandphysicalperformance• appliedsportandexercisepsychology(teamandindividual)

An important aspect of the programme is close contact with potential future employers and workplaces through internships.

Career prospects:As a graduate from this programme you will have extensive sports-related job opportunities. possible careers include positions in both the public and private sectors. In addition, the programme provides preparation for phD studies and an academic career.

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credits: 120 ECTS







sustainable business leadership 1 year (2 semesters)

With this programme you lay the foundations for a successful career in management. The syllabus has been developed by our renowned faculty in close consultation with leading companies to ensure that the programme provides highly relevant transferable skills and knowledge for the workplace and beyond. The programme is driven by a practical and applied teaching philosophy and focuses on experiential learning and development – all from a sustainability perspective.

you will be assigned to an in-company project focusing on sustainability and globally responsible business. you will gain essential theoretical knowledge of management, as well as a range of practical skills in how to drive change from a sustainability point of view – skills that major companies look for.


Career prospectsWith a degree from Lund University you have a competitive advantage. Our brand is internationally recognised, we are positioned in the dynamic Øresund region and you can easily gain access to top recruiters. Among the major companies that have recruited from the School of Economics and management you will notice Alfa Laval, Ericsson, IKEA, mcKinsey & Company, Sony Ericsson and Tetra pak.

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credits: 60 ECTS




sustainable urban design 2 years (4 semesters)

making the world’s growing cities healthy, attractive and sustainable is an exceptional challenge. Lund University, located in the dynamic Öresund region, is a global leader in balancing urban economic growth and environmental development and offers superb resources for studying the diverse aspects of sustainability and design. The master’s programme in Sustainable Urban Design at the School of Architecture has a well-established reputation for developing humanistic modern design that promotes liveability, community building and social sustainability. Drawing on best practices and advanced research into urban form, urban quality and sustainability, the master’s programme produces highly skilled professionals, capable of meeting the challenge of sustainable urban design as productive, successful individuals who are creative, insightful and intellectually skilled in their approach to the profession and their practice.

the objectives of the Master’s programme in sustainable urban design are to:• offerabroadeducation,coveringthemostimportantaspectsofsustainabilityrelatedtourbandesign• providestudentswiththeskillstomanifestspecificsocial,economicandenvironmentalintentionsinphysicalformthroughurbandesign• preparestudentsforprofessionalpracticeandcontinuedlife-longintellectualdevelopment• takeadvantageofthepossibilitiescreatedbyamulti-nationalstudentgroup

Career prospects:After graduating from the programme you will have the necessary skills to practise as an urban designer with particular expertise in sustainable urban design.

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Department of sustainable Urban Design E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 97 46 Fax: +46 46 222 04 11 further information and admission requirements: www.lth.se/english/education/master/sustainable_urban_design/


credits: 120 ECTS






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synchrotron radiation-based science, partly taught in Copenhagen 2 years (4 semesters)

This programme gives you ample opportunities to interact with users of synchrotron radiation. These users come from various disciplines such as physics, chemistry, biology, medicine and geology. The master’s programme will give you hands-on experience from an accelerator laboratory. The programme includes specialised courses in accelerator physics and synchrotron radiation-based science. The master’s degree project is undertaken at mAX-lab, the national electron accelerator laboratory, where you will work closely with a research group. The remaining courses may be chosen from within the Faculty of Science or the Faculty of Engineering. This means that you are partly able to design your master’s degree.

Career prospects: With an mSc in Synchrotron Radiation-Based Science, you are well prepared for work in industries related to accelerators and synchrotron light instrumentation, as well as for phD studies in several disciplines.

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Department of Physics E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 96 96 further information and admission requirements: maxsun5.maxlab.lu.se/maxlab/education/master/index.html


credits: 120 ECTS





system-on-Chip 2 years (4 semesters)

System-on-Chip offers a wide perspective, where digital and analogue design are regarded as one unit in which different domains interact. The focus is on CmOS, where billions of devices are used to build a system on a single silicon die. The programme is very popular, with 600–700 applicants a year. One of the reasons for its popularity is the fact that it is a unique programme. It spans areas from radio frequency (RF) circuits to data conversion and digital circuits. It is also unique in the sense that circuit design is linked to the area of wireless communication, where RF front-ends are co-designed with digital baseband, which gives the possibility to build complete transceivers.

special features of the programme:• ThefocusisonappliedstudiesindigitalICdesign,analogue/RFICdesignandmixedsignal/dataconversionICdesign.• Alltaughtstudyinvolveshands-onlaboratoryworkusingthemostmodernCADtools.• Aftertheinitialtaughtcourses,studentsundertakealargeproject,wherethestudentstartsfromadigitaloranaloguedesignspecification and carries it through to silicon realisation.• Studentsgainskillsinthedesignofintegratedcircuits(ICs)usingthemostmodernsilicontechnologies.• Theprogrammeistaughtbyworldleadingresearchersandthereareverystronglinkstoresearchinthefield.

Career prospectsAfter completing this programme you will be ready for a career in systems and electronics in many different areas. Designers in this area are very attractive throughout the world. Lund is part of one of the fastest growing regions in Europe, with a large concentration of interesting companies in the field, such as ST-Ericsson, Sony Ericsson, Ericsson Research, Axis and ARm Sweden, with thousands of R&D employees. In the future there will be opportunities in the European Spallation Source (ESS) and mAX Iv, which are to be located in Lund. Graduates from this programme are also very attractive for the job market in Europe, the US and other countries. Furthermore, perhaps the most interesting career option is to continue towards a phD. A large number of former master’s students have chosen to continue as researchers, both in Lund and in other cities around the world.

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credits: 120 ECTS







tourism and hospitality Management 2 years (4 semesters)

In this master’s programme, tourism and hospitality are studied from a multi disciplinary perspective, combining insights from management, marketing, social science and humanities. you will study and work in close cooperation with partner organisations, for example destination marketing organisations or international hotel chains, in projects and through work placements. This gives you the opportunity to develop both analytical and managerial skills.

features of the programme:• Broadoverviewofthetourismandhospitalitysectors• Deeperknowledgeofstrategicplanning,qualitycontrol,revenuemanagementandchangemanagement• Theoreticalandpracticalknowledgeofquantitativeandqualitativeresearchmethods• Internshipsandskillsinconsultancypractices

Career prospects:Graduates from this programme will be able to work as managers, analysts, consultants or researchers in the events, tourism, travel, transport and hotel industries. you will also be able to work as a researcher in a wide spectrum of fields related to the tourism and hospitality sector. Our department has partnership agreements with more than 60 organisations, including leading international travel and hotel corporations.

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Department of service Management, campus helsingborg E-mail: [email protected]: +46 42 35 65 77further information and admission requirements:www.ism.lu.se/master-th


credits: 120 ECTS




water resources 2 years (4 semesters)

Safe water and sanitation are fundamental to human development. When people are deprived of these, they face diminished opportunities to realise their potential as human beings. The millennium Development Goals provide a benchmark for measuring progress towards the human right to water. That is why halving the proportion of the world population without sustainable access to safe drinking water and basic sanitation is a key target in its own right. But achieving that target is critical to the attainment of other goals. If you want to make a contribution towards these goals, come and study for a master’s degree in Water Resources in Lund, Sweden.

features of the programme:• Abroadprogrammecoveringthemostimportantaspectsofwaterresources• Anopportunitytospecialiseinfieldswherewehaveworld-leadingexpertise• Accesstoup-to-dateknowledgeandmethodsofhighrelevanceinintegratedwaterresourcesmanagement(IWRM)• Greatpossibilitiescreatedbyamultinationalandinnovativeteachingenvironment.

Career prospects:After graduating from the programme, students move on to play important roles in the water sector, and their educational experience in Lund assists them in becoming outstanding professionals within regional, national and international organisations.

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faculty of engineering E-mail: [email protected]: +46 46 222 97 46 Fax: +46 46 222 04 11 further information and admission requirements: www.lth.se/english/education/master


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welfare Policies and Management 2 years (4 semesters)

With a unique combination of perspectives from political science, social work, sociology and economics, this programme provides you with a broad range of knowledge and skills intended for the management and administration of welfare services. The courses are based on a com-parative approach, highlighting differences and similarities across countries, administrative levels and policy areas, including a European Union perspective. In addition to being active researchers in their own field of expertise, our teachers have all undergone educational training and make use of modern teaching and assessment techniques. We also bring practitioners into our courses, and make visits to different types of agencies involved in the production of welfare services.

Knowledge and skills acquired on the programme:• In-depthknowledgeofwelfareregimesindifferentpartsoftheworld• Abasicunderstandingofpubliceconomics• Theabilitytoapplytechniquesforevaluatingpublicandprivatewelfareprogrammes• Aone-yearspecialisationinoneofthemaindisciplines

Career Prospects:The programme prepares students for advanced welfare management work at local, regional, national, European or international level. A degree in Welfare policies and management can also lead to employment in the private sector, such as non-governmental institutions or profit-making organisations. In addition, the programme prepares students for doctoral studies and a continued academic career.

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wireless Communication 2 years (4 semesters)

The master’s programme in Wireless Communication is one of the most popular master’s programmes at Lund University and the most popular wireless communication programme in Sweden. The University has excellent resources in the area of wireless communication, both in terms of state-of-the-art laboratory equipment and of lecturers who are often world leading researchers in the field. We are convinced that research and good education go hand in hand. The experience from research naturally influences the quality and content of the courses and vice versa.

The Wireless Communication programme has a focus on the physical and lower layers of wireless communication. The aim is to give in-depth system knowledge, which in turn requires insights into the various components in a wireless system. In the final semester students undertake a large project for their master’s thesis.

Career prospectsThe programme gives a solid grounding for a career in wireless communication, either in industry or in academia. On completion of the programme, students have the skills necessary for both research and development, e.g. understanding and developing future wireless systems, developing wireless networks for special applications and understanding and enhancing existing solutions. It is also a perfect start for further studies as a phD student in the area, as shown by the fact that almost 40 per cent of our students have gone on to do a phD after graduation.

Both Lund University and the surrounding wireless communications industry have an excellent track record in the field of wireless communication. Lund was the birthplace for Bluetooth technology, Ericsson’s mobile handset industry, important technical contributions to GSm/WCDmA/LTE, and numerous other communications solutions that many people use in their daily lives without even thinking about it. ST Ericsson and SonyEricsson mobile Communications, world-leading companies in the area of wireless communication, have major research and development sites in Lund. A number of small and medium-sized companies with activities in the field are also present and many of our students start to work for these companies directly after graduation, or even before, as a number of in-house thesis project positions are usually offered.

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credits: 120 ECTS






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