Aquatic Sciences, Master of Science

Aquatic Sciences, Master of Science is a autumn 2027 Masters program taught at University of Jyväskylä, Finland. The program is offered in campus-based modes with full-time (2 years) options.

Akatic Sciences at the University of Jyväskylä is a Master of Science programme in environment. It covers freshwater systems, including lakes, rivers and wetlands, the organisms that live in them, and the ways the surrounding environment and society affect how they function.

The programme addresses biological and physical-chemical phenomena and concepts related to water and aquatic nature. It also covers human impacts on aquatic ecosystems and the ecosystem services aquatic nature provides. The University of Jyväskylä says the setting supports field work in natural environments alongside laboratory and theoretical study. The aquatic science major focuses on environmental and biological processes that shape inland waters and on the ecologically, economically and socially sustainable use of natural resources.

The degree takes two years and is taught through contact teaching. The master’s thesis takes about five months and includes planning and carrying out a project, writing the thesis, and work based on scientific literature, experimental or theoretical work, and discussion. Thesis work is often done in research groups, and research projects with co-operative parties and business are also possible.

The minimum requirements for admission in Aquatic Sciences, Master of Science at University of Jyväskylä for all applicants (Domestic or International) are:

• program specific academic requirment set by University of Jyväskylä.
• English Language OR any other language requirments as set by University of Jyväskylä as pre-requiste for admission in Aquatic Sciences, Master of Science.

Note: Please check the university website in the link below.

Please check detail of study units at https://opintopolku.fi/konfo/en/koulutus/1.2.246.562.13.00000000000000011041

• environmental administration
• water protection
• fisheries
• education
• research

6 fully funded scholarships are listed for Finland. See Finland scholarships.