Chapter 1. Introductory provisions
paragraph 1 of this regulation, there are adjacent to the
the higher education Act (1992:1434) provisions for Sweden
University of agricultural sciences. In other respects, the provisions of
the higher education Ordinance (1993:100) that are specifically set out in this
Regulation. Regulation (2010:1115).
1 a of the agricultural University conducts research and education
at the graduate level, advanced level and undergraduate level in agriculture and
Horticulture, landscaping, food production,
nature conservation, forestry and wood raw material processing, fishing and
aquaculture and veterinary medicine and animal husbandry. In addition,
conducting agricultural University environmental monitoring.
Regulation (2011:924).
1 (b) § For agricultural University comes Chapter 1.
the higher education Ordinance (1993:100). Regulation (2010:1115).
1 c § § redesignation by regulation 5 (2012:29).
section 2 of the agricultural University shall identify and analyse risks
to new scientific knowledge and technologies are used in
antagonistic view toward agricultural and food production.
The task should be carried out after consultation with the relevant authorities.
Regulation (2012:29).
paragraph 3 of the agricultural University should be a national body in accordance with
Article IV of the in Rome on 19 november 1959 signed
the Convention which incorporates international poppelkommissionen
with FAO's activities (SUN 1992:85).
As such a body shall agricultural University
1. follow the international work under the Convention,
and
2. to coordinate national efforts within the framework of the Convention.
Regulation (2012:29).
4 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
4 (a) repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
4 b repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
Internal audit
paragraph 5 of the agricultural University shall apply
internal audit regulation (2006:1228). Regulation (2012:29).
5 (a) repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
Management of real property and other assets
section 6 of the agricultural University manages the University's fixed
property and other assets. Regulation (2010:1115).
Service exports
6 a of the agricultural University may conduct such
service exports in its field that is consistent
with the University's data.
Regulation (2010:1115).
Fees
section 7 of the agricultural University may charge fee for veterinary care,
contract research, testing of plant cultivation and of localities
utility value and for business in General, which are consistent with
the University's data. Regulation (2010:593).
section 8 Has been repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
8 (a) repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
8 (b) repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
9 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
10 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
repealed by regulation 11 2010:1115.
section 12 is repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
Chapter 2. Board of Directors, the President and the rest of the Organization
The higher education Ordinance enforcement
the provisions of section 1 of Chapter 2. the higher education Ordinance
(1993:100) if the Board of Directors, the President and the rest of the Organization
apply to agricultural University with the exception of the 7 (a) and
16 sections. Regulation (2010:1115).
The composition of the Board
section 2 of the teachers and researchers have the right to be represented
with three members of the Board of Directors. Representatives of teachers
and researchers should be chosen through elections in the agricultural sciences.
The University must notify the
the electoral process.
Students have the right to be represented with three
members of the Board of Directors.
Other members including the Chairman, shall be appointed by the
the Government at the suggestion of a nomination group according to Chapter 2.
7 b of the higher education Ordinance (1993:100). The proposal should be preceded
of a consultation within and outside the University and refer to people
with competence and experience from activities relevant to
the University's educational, research, environmental analysis and
collaborative assignments.
The representatives of the employees provided for in Chapter 2. 4 § second
subparagraph, the higher education Act (1992:1434) has the presence and
right to speak at meetings of the Governing Board are appointed as
the provisions of the staff representatives Ordinance
(1987:1101). Regulation (2013:324).
Library
section 3 at the agricultural University should there be a
scientific library that is common to the University
and the national Veterinary Institute.
The library, complimentary set literature from the own
collections to other college library.
Regulation (2010:1115).
Chapter 3. Has been repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
Chapter 4. Positions at agricultural University
1 § For positions as teachers, doctoral student, Assistant and
Teaching Assistant at the agricultural University, in addition to what
provided in this chapter, also 4, and Chapter 5.
the higher education Ordinance (1993:100).
Decisions on employment, it may be decided to the extent that there are
funds. Regulation (1998:1020).
2 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
3 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
4 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
5 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
section 6 of the repealed Ordinance (1994:1109).
section 7 of the agricultural University may otherwise be employees if
the need and the availability of funds. Regulation (1998:1020).
7 (a) repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
section 8 Has been repealed by Regulation (2013:324).
9 repealed by Regulation (2013:324).
Chapter 5. Education at the undergraduate level, master's level and doctoral level
§ 1 in the education at the undergraduate level, second level or
graduate level, at the agricultural University be taken only
qualifications as set out in the annex to this regulation. In the annex
also specifies the level at which a certain degree must be completed and
What are the requirements to be met for a particular exam
(exam description). The annex also contains provisions on
thesis title and if the translation of the degree designation.
Regulation (2006:1405).
1 a of the agricultural University may participate in a
cooperation in education and training set out in Chapter 1. section 17, second subparagraph
the higher education Act (1992:1434) only if cooperation is based on a
written agreement. Such an agreement may
Agricultural University enter into with
1. a University subject
the higher education Act,
2. an individual training providers who are authorised to
issuing degrees under the Act (1993:792) for permission to
issue certain degrees, or
3. a foreign higher education institution that is not a natural person.
Regulation (2009:1070).
section 2 of the education at the basic level or advanced level at
Agricultural University applies in General, Chapter 6. 1-3, 6-9,
section 10 of the first and third subparagraphs, 11, 11 b-24 sections and Chapter 7.
1-8, 11-28 and 30-33 § of the higher education Ordinance (1993:100).
Regulation (2010:1115).
2 a of the special jurisdiction provided should be indicated in the
area permissions. Each of these area permissions
consists of qualification courses and such merit courses referred to in
Chapter 7. 18 of the higher education Ordinance (1993:100). Qualification courses
are the courses in a particular subject imposed as requirements under Chapter 7.
paragraph 1 of the higher education Ordinance.
Area permissions can also include such requirements as specified in 7
Cape. paragraph 2 of the higher education Ordinance.
Regulation (2007:719).
2 b of the University and College Council may provide
If the area permissions to be found.
Regulation (2012:740).
2 c § University and College Council may provide
If the specific entry requirements that apply to a
training program that caters to beginners and leads
to an examination of professional competence referred to in the annex to this
Regulation. Regulation (2012:740).
2 d § agricultural University may, in so far as the requirements on
permission sets, determine the area permissions to
apply to other courses other than those referred to in paragraph 2 (c).
Regulation (2007:719).
2 e § Other specific tests than the scholastic aptitude test may be used as
selection criteria only in the case of training for
occupations that require certain personal characteristics
or special expertise.
Agricultural University decides if permission to use samples
and if the conditions applicable to their use.
The University may decide to derogate from Chapter 7. paragraph 13 of the first
subparagraph higher education Ordinance (1993:100). Regulation (2007:720).
section 3 Of the doctoral education organized by the
Agricultural University applies in other provisions of the
Chapter 6. 1-3, 6-9, first and third subparagraphs of paragraph 10, 11,
11 b-f and 25-36 sections and Chapter 7. 34-41 § §
the higher education Ordinance (1993:100). Regulation (2010:1115).
3 a of the agricultural University can designate even those who do not have
employment as a teacher to the examiner at the undergraduate level,
Master's level and doctoral level. Regulation (2009:868).
4 § disciplinary measures against students at
Agricultural University may be taken in accordance with the provisions of 10
Cape. the higher education Ordinance (1993:100). Regulation (1998:1020).
Chapter 6. Appeal
1 § For appeal of decisions taken by
Agricultural University, the provisions of Chapter 12.
the higher education Ordinance (1993:100). Regulation (2010:1115).
2 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
2 (a) repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
3 repealed by regulation 2010:1115.
Transitional provisions
1993:221
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on 1 July 1993, if not
otherwise provided for in the second subparagraph.
3. If, in a team or in a Constitution adopted by
the Government cited a regulation that has been replaced by a
provision of this regulation, shall apply instead of the new
the regulation.
4. cases at the agricultural University which has not been settled at the
the end of June 1993 shall be dealt with in accordance with the provisions of
This regulation, unless otherwise specifically prescribed. At
needs, the Management Board shall notify the
the handling of such cases.
8. Those who have begun training on lines before 1 July
1993 shall be given the opportunity to complete education according to older
regulations. The possibility remains, however, until the
september 30, 2000. Regulation (1999:990).
9. Those who have begun training before 1 July 1993,
even in cases where there is no question of education on the lines, right
to get the degree under older rules until 30
September 2000. Regulation (1999:990).
10. The adopted a training before 1 July
in 1993, and a respite to time thereafter shall be deemed to be
admitted to the corresponding training according to the new
the provisions.
13. Older rules still apply in the case of
the appeal of the decision or proposal is issued, or
submitted before 1 July 1993. This does not apply to decisions or
proposals that have been notified or provided under the new
the provisions.
1995:226
This Regulation shall enter into force on 1 april 1995. Decisions
appeal has been issued prior to the entry into force according to the older
provisions.
1997:39
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on 1 March 1997.
3. Applicants who meet the requirements for general eligibility according to
regulations in force before 1 July 1993, next to
the end of the year 1999 is considered to have basic qualifications.
4. a person who has completed a national or a special-
designed programs in secondary schools and in their leaving certificate
or final grade in full or in part, according to the
provisions in force before 1 July 1994 shall be presumed to have
basic eligibility. The same applies to those who have completed
equivalent training and have the corresponding score from secondary
adult education. It is also the one with the leaving certificate from
four-, three-or two-year line of secondary schools and the like
has the corresponding score from State or municipal adult education-
ment, provided that the applicant meets the requirements of
general jurisdiction under the rules in force before 1
July 1993. The same applies to the program before July 1,
in 1998, has received a certificate from a folk high school of public
entry requirements for higher education.
1998:1020
This Regulation shall enter into force, with respect to Chapter 1. 4 a, 5 a and
10 sections on september 1, 1998, with respect to Chapter 6. 3 and 4 of section 1
October 1998, and on 1 January 1999. Have a decision
not to make exceptions to the eligibility criteria for admission
to basic higher education given before 1
November 1998 apply to Chapter 6. section 2 of its version prior to this date
as regards the right to appeal. Regulation (1998:1274).
1998:1273
This Regulation shall enter into force on 1 november 1998. Have a
decisions issued prior to the entry into force of provisions for older
as regards the right to appeal.
1999:990
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on 1 January 2000.
2. Older regulations still apply to the appeal of the
a decision given before the date of entry into force.
3. before 1 January 2000 has fulfilled what it takes
to get a general college degree with hippologisk
specialization in equine science achieves.
2001:587
1. this Regulation shall enter into force on 1 August 2001.
2. before 31 december 2000 have begun training
to a horticulturalist has the right to have graduated under older rules
until 30 september 2008.
3. before 31 december 2000 have begun training
to landscape engineer has the right to have the exam according to older
provisions until 31 December 2005.
Regulation (2002:115).
2002:83
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on 1 april 2002.
2. Have a decision as referred to in Chapter 6. 2 § given before
april 1, 2002, the older provisions with regard to the right to
appeal.
2006:1405
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on 2 January 2007 in question
If chapter 2. section 3, and on 1 January 2007. Chapter 5. 2 and
3 sections as well as the new regulations in the annex shall be applied
only at the time of admission to education that begins after the end
by June 2007, or by employment of graduate student then, and,
unless otherwise follows from 3 or 4, in the case of training
conducted after the end of June 2007 or degrees awarded
thereafter.
2. Older regulations shall apply for admission to the
education that begins before July 1, 2007 or at
employment of PhD before that and, in the case of
Education carried out before 1 July 2007 or exams
be issued before then.
3. Older regulations shall apply in the case of courses or
the corresponding part of the doctoral education that begins before
on 1 July 2007 and then continues.
4. Older regulations shall apply in the case of degrees
be issued after the end of June 2007, if the training
diploma cover in its entirety has been completed
prior to that.
5. before 1 July 2007 has begun an education to
a degree under the old provisions of the annex and the
has previously admitted to such training, but a
deferred to the time then to begin training, have the right
to complete his training to get a degree in accordance with the
older regulations until the end of June
2015.
6. A score before 1 July 2007 set for scope
of basic college education or graduate education
equivalent to one and a half credits in accordance with the new
regulations.
7. the scope of a qualification according to 4 and 5 may be taken
After the end of June 2007, according to the earlier provisions of
the annex shall be entered in the score according to the older regulations. In
Diploma for a qualification referred to in 5 shall also be indicated
degree equivalent in ECTS credits in accordance with the new
regulations.
8. The term doctoral education in the new regulations
equivalent to that in the earlier regulations are referred to as
postgraduate education.
9. If the advanced level exam issued under
the new regulations requires previous training or
Bachelor's degree, must also have the corresponding
training or degree from undergraduate education
able to meet the requirements for the degree.
10. If access to education at advanced level
or postgraduate level requires previous training on
first level or second level with some scale or on
graduated from such education, even those who have a
equivalent education or graduation from basic
College education has jurisdiction.
11. The who before July 1, 2007, meet the requirements for
General entry requirements for admission to graduate studies,
shall also then be regarded as having basic permissions
access to education at the graduate level, but
the end of 2015.
12. The adopted for undergraduate education
and a payment to begin studies after 1
July 2007 shall be deemed to be accepted into the corresponding education
According to the new regulations. However, this does not apply if the
have been adopted has chosen to exercise its right under the 5.
13. By paragraph 4 of the transitional provisions to the Act
(2006:173) to amend the higher education Act (1992:1434), it follows that
decision authorising the Government to issue degrees or
Higher education has taken with the support of the older regulations apply
still.
14. the older regulations in Chapter 6. section 1 is still in
the case of appeals against decisions given by
application of older regulations.
2007:632
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on 15 June 2007 in
question about Chapter 5. 2 c § and in General on January 1, 2010.
Regulation (2009:1071).
2. The provision in Chapter 5. section 2 of the terms of reference of
Chapter 6. 11 b-11 (f) of the higher education Ordinance (1993:100)
in terms of education that begins after the end of June 2010.
Regulation (2009:1071).
2009:1070
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on January 1, 2010.
2. the provisions of Chapter 5. 1 (a) and in Chapter 5. section 3 of the terms of
the reference to Chapter 6. 11 b-11 (f) of the higher education Ordinance
(1993:100) apply in respect of education that begins after
end of June 2010.
2010:1115
1. This Regulation shall enter into force on 1 January 2011.
2. in the case of the who before 1 January 2011
been hired as statsagronom, State horticulturist or
state veterinarian for the older provisions in Chapter 4. 2,
3 and 9 sections as long as employment is in progress.
3. where a procedure of employment as statsagronom,
State horticulturist or state veterinarian has been started but not
completed before 1 January 2011, the older
the provisions of Chapter 4. 1-3 sections, section 4 of the first-third paragraphs
and section 5. For the purposes of the previous law, the
data provided by a Faculty Board or equivalent body
responsible for instead operated by individuals or the Group
of people that agricultural University decides.
4. The older provisions in Chapter 4. 7 a of the case in question
If matters for promotion submitted to
Agricultural University but has not been completed before the
January 1, 2011.
5. The older provisions in Chapter 6. still apply in
decisions rendered in application of older
provisions.
Annex
Content
This annex sets out the
1. What are the exams may be taken at the first level, second level
and postgraduate level at the Swedish University of agricultural sciences, and
2. What are the requirements to be met for each degree
(exam description).
Common provisions
Thesis title
A degree title consists of a qualification as specified in
This annex and, where appropriate, a first or last point
or both, that indicates the degree focus.
Agricultural University determines the first or last point as
shall be used. For some exams, according to what is stated
the degree descriptions, agricultural University determine an
focus.
Translation
A translation of the degree designation shall reflect the degree
scope and focus and, if applicable, on the
level should be completed.
University and College Council may provide for
the translation of the exam to English. Agricultural University
decide if the translation of the degree in the degree certificate to
languages other than English, after consultation with the universities and
Council for higher education in terms of the legal status of a
translation of the exam may have in other countries.
Agricultural University decides if the translation of the first and
After the point that agricultural University use.
Agricultural University, to universities and
Council for higher education the first and last point of Swedish which
Agricultural University decided to use for each degree
as well as the translation into English.
Agricultural University, also to universities and
College Council report translation of thesis titles to
languages other than English.
List of exams
Degrees at the undergraduate level
General qualifications
College degree
Bachelor's degree
Professional degrees
Animal Medic degree
In equine science
Landscape engineering
Lantmästarexamen
Forestry master degree
Forest technician diploma
Horticultural engineering degree
Degrees awarded at advanced level
General qualifications
Master's degree
Master's degree
Professional degrees
Diploma in agriculture
Horticulturist degree
Jägmästarexamen
Landscape architect degree
Veterinary degree
Degrees at the doctoral level
Licentiate degree
Doctoral degree
Exam descriptions
DEGREES AT THE UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
College degree
Scope
College degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 120 credits with particular focus that
Agricultural University.
Target
Knowledge and understanding
For college graduates, the student should
-knowledge and understanding of the subject area
(main area), including knowledge of
the scientific basis and knowledge of any applicable
methods in the field.
Skills and abilities
For college graduates, the student should
• the ability to search, collect and interpret relevant
information to formulate answers to well-defined
issues within the main field of study,
-the ability to present and discuss their knowledge with
different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills required to work independently
with certain tasks in the field of study intending.
Judgement and approach
For college graduates, the student should
-demonstrate knowledge and have the tools to manage ethical
issues within the main field of study.
Independent project (degree project)
For college graduates, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(thesis) in the main field of study.
Miscellaneous
For college graduates with a particular emphasis shall also be the
specific requirements shall apply as agricultural University determines
in the context of the requirements of this degree description.
Bachelor's degree
Scope
Bachelor's degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 180 ECTS credits with particular focus that
Agricultural University, including at least 90 ECTS credits
with in-depth level within the subject area
(main area) for training.
Target
Knowledge and understanding
For Bachelor's degree students must
-knowledge and understanding of the main field for
education, including knowledge of the scientific
as a result, knowledge of applicable methods within the area, deepening
in any part of the area and orientation of current
research questions.
Skills and abilities
For Bachelor's degree students must
• the ability to search, collect, evaluate and interpret
relevant information in a problem and to critically
discuss phenomena, issues and situations,
-demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and
solve problems, and to carry out tasks within given time frames,
-demonstrate the ability to orally and in writing present and
discuss information, problems and solutions in dialogue with different
groups, and
-demonstrate the skills required to work independently
in the field of study intending.
Judgement and approach
For Bachelor's degree students must
-demonstrate the ability to perform in the main field of study
assessments, taking into account relevant scientific,
social and ethical issues,
-insight into the role of knowledge in society and human
responsibility for its use, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For the Bachelor's degree, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 15 higher education credits in order
the training.
Miscellaneous
For the Bachelor of science with a particular emphasis shall also be the
specific requirements shall apply as agricultural University determines
in the context of the requirements of this degree description.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES
Animal Medic degree
Scope
Animal Medic degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 120 ECTS credits.
Target
Animal Medic degree, the student will demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as
animal Medic.
Knowledge and understanding
Animal Medic degree, students should
-knowledge of the scientific basis, the current
research and development as well as on the connection between
Science and proven experience and its significance for
professional practice,
-demonstrate knowledge about some relevant methods in the field, and
-knowledge of relevant statutes.
Skills and abilities
Animal Medic degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to conduct relevant prevention, caring
and rehabilitative measures in animal health care
and adjacent areas,
• the ability for team work and cooperation with other
professionals, and
-demonstrate an ability to critically review and assess the relevant
information, and give an account of and discuss problems and
solutions in dialogue with different groups.
Judgement and approach
Animal Medic degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to handle ethical questions about animal husbandry and
animal health,
-demonstrate the ability to a professional approach
towards animals and pet owners, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
Animal Medic degree, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(thesis).
Miscellaneous
Animal Medic degree must also be revised requirements apply
as agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of
This exam description.
In equine science
Scope
In equine science is achieved after the student has completed
course requirements of 120 ECTS credits.
Target
For in equine science, the student will demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as hippolog.
Knowledge and understanding
For in equine science, students should
-knowledge of the scientific basis and the current
research and development activities;
-demonstrate knowledge about some relevant methods in the field, and
-demonstrate an understanding of the interplay between horse and human, and
the horse's role in society.
Skills and abilities
For in equine science, students should
-demonstrate the ability to handle horses correctly with
regard to the equine and human well-being and
development, as well as animal welfare and safety aspects,
-demonstrate an ability to critically review and assess the relevant
information, and give an account of and discuss problems and
solutions in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills and abilities needed to work with
and be responsible for activities within the horse industry and adjacent
areas.
Judgement and approach
For in equine science, students should
-demonstrate the ability to handle ethical questions about horse management,
horse sport and responsibility,
-show an understanding of the importance of teamwork and collaboration in
groups with different composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For in equine science student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(thesis).
Miscellaneous
For in equine science, also revised requirements shall apply as
Agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of this
exam description.
Landscape engineering
Scope
Landscape engineering degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 180 ECTS credits.
Target
For landscape engineering degree, students should view such knowledge
and skills required to work independently as
landscape engineer.
Knowledge and understanding
For landscape engineering degree, students should
-demonstrate knowledge of the scientific basis and knowledge of
current research and development work,
-demonstrate knowledge about the relevant methods in the field, and
-demonstrate an understanding of the interaction between material,
project design and construction.
Skills and abilities
For landscape engineering degree, students should
-the ability to work within a given framework and with appropriate methods
identify, analyze and solve problems related to
the design, construction and management of urban outdoor environment
and the urban near landscape and evaluate solutions,
-demonstrate the ability to critically analyse, evaluate and use
the relevant information in order to deal with situations, phenomena
and issues in the field, and
-demonstrate the ability to orally and in writing present and
discuss information, problems and solutions in dialogue with different
groups.
Judgement and approach
For landscape engineering degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to make judgments of man's relationship
to and use of urban outdoor environment and the urban near
landscape, taking into account relevant scientific,
societal, economic, environmental and ethical aspects, and
able to make trade-offs between different aspects,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For landscape engineering degree, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 15 ECTS credits.
Miscellaneous
For landscape engineering degree will also revised requirements
as agricultural University determines in the course of
requirements of this degree description.
Lantmästarexamen
Scope
Lantmästarexamen achieved after the student has completed
course requirements of 120 ECTS credits.
Target
For lantmästarexamen, students should view such knowledge and
skills required to work independently as consultants.
Knowledge and understanding
For lantmästarexamen, students should
-knowledge of the scientific basis and the current
research and development activities;
-demonstrate knowledge about some relevant methods in the field, and
-demonstrate an understanding of agricultural conditions, functions and
interaction with the environment and society.
Skills and abilities
For lantmästarexamen, students should
-demonstrate the ability to decide on, implement and evaluate
relevant measures relating to agricultural production, market,
environmental and natural resource economy sectors,
-demonstrate an ability to critically review and assess the relevant
information, and give an account of and discuss problems and
solutions in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills and abilities needed to work with
and be responsible for activities in agriculture and related
areas.
Judgement and approach
For lantmästarexamen, students should
-demonstrate the ability to handle ethical questions about cultivation,
animal husbandry and entrepreneurship,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For lantmästarexamen, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(thesis).
Miscellaneous
For lantmästarexamen shall also revised requirements shall apply as
Agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of this
exam description.
Forestry master degree
Scope
Forestry master degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 180 ECTS credits.
Target
For forestry master degree students must demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as
Forest Ranger.
Knowledge and understanding
For the forestry master degree, students should
-demonstrate broad knowledge in the field and specialised knowledge
in any part of the site, including insight into the area's
scientific basis, as well as knowledge of current research and
development work, and
-demonstrate an understanding of forestry conditions, function
and interaction with the environment and society.
Skills and abilities
For the forestry master degree, students should
-the ability to work within a given framework and with appropriate methods
identify, analyze and solve problems related to
forestry production processes, market, environmental, and social
values, as well as evaluating solutions,
-demonstrate the ability to critically analyse, evaluate and use
the relevant information in order to deal with situations, phenomena
and issues in the field, and
-demonstrate the ability to orally and in writing present and
discuss information, problems and solutions in dialogue with different
groups.
Judgement and approach
For the forestry master degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to make judgments of man's relationship
to and use of the forest for various purposes with regard to
relevant scientific, societal, economic, environmental
and ethical aspects, and be able to make trade-offs between different
aspects,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For the forestry master degree student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 15 ECTS credits.
Miscellaneous
For forestry master degree must also be revised requirements shall apply as
Agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of this
exam description.
Forest technician diploma
Scope
Forest technician diploma is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 120 ECTS credits.
Target
Forest technician diploma, the student will demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as
forest technician.
Knowledge and understanding
Forest technician diploma, students should
-knowledge of the scientific basis and the current
research and development activities;
-demonstrate knowledge about some relevant methods in the field, and
-demonstrate an understanding of forestry conditions, function
and interaction with the environment and society.
Skills and abilities
Forest technician diploma, students should
-demonstrate the ability to decide on, implement and evaluate
relevant measures related to forestry production, market,
environmental and social values,
-demonstrate an ability to critically review and assess the relevant
information, and give an account of and discuss problems and
solutions in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills and abilities needed to work with
and be responsible for activities in forestry and related
areas.
Judgement and approach
Forest technician diploma, students should
-demonstrate the ability to handle ethical questions about forestry and
entrepreneurship,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
Forest technician diploma, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(thesis).
Miscellaneous
Forest technician diploma must also be revised requirements apply
as agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of
This exam description.
Horticultural engineering degree
Scope
Horticultural engineering degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 120 ECTS credits.
Target
For horticultural engineering degree, students should view such knowledge
and skills required to work independently as
horticultural engineer.
Knowledge and understanding
For horticultural engineering degree, students should
-knowledge of the scientific basis and the current
research and development activities;
-demonstrate knowledge about some relevant methods in the field, and
-demonstrate an understanding of the gardening industry conditions,
function and interaction with the environment and society.
Skills and abilities
For horticultural engineering degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to decide, implement and evaluate the relevant
measures concerning production, market gardening industry,
design, environment and experiences,
-demonstrate an ability to critically review and assess the relevant
information, and give an account of and discuss problems and
solutions in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills and abilities needed to work with
and be responsible for activities in horticulture and
adjacent areas.
Judgement and approach
For horticultural engineering degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to handle ethical questions about the cultivation and
entrepreneurship,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For horticultural engineering degree, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(thesis).
Miscellaneous
For horticultural engineering degree will also revised requirements
as agricultural University determines in the course of
requirements of this degree description.
DEGREES AWARDED AT ADVANCED LEVEL
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Master's degree
Scope
Master's degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 60 credits, with a certain direction
Agricultural University, of which at least 30 ECTS credits
with specialisation in the main area (main area)
for the training. In addition, the requirements for completion of a Bachelor's degree,
Bachelor, degree of at least 180
ECTS credits or equivalent foreign qualification.
Exemption from the requirement of a prior degree may be made for a
students admitted to the programme without having had
General admission requirements in the form of a degree. However, this does
not if admissions have been made except according to Chapter 7. section 28 of the
the second subparagraph the higher education Ordinance (1993:100) due to
Diploma not yet issued.
Target
Knowledge and understanding
For master's degree students must
-knowledge and understanding of the main field for
education, including both an overview of the area
Advanced knowledge in certain areas of the field as well as insight into
current research and development work, and
-demonstrate advanced methodological knowledge in the main area of
the training.
Skills and abilities
For master's degree students must
-demonstrate the ability to integrate knowledge and analyse, assess
and handle complex phenomena, issues and
situations even with limited information,
-demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate
issues as well as planning and use appropriate methods
perform advanced tasks within given time frames,
-demonstrate the ability to orally and in writing
and discuss their findings and the knowledge and arguments
who are based in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills required to participate in research
and development work or to work in other qualified
activity.
Judgement and approach
For master's degree students must
-demonstrate the ability to perform in the main field of study
assessments, taking into account relevant scientific,
societal and ethical aspects, and awareness of
ethical aspects of research and development,
-show insight into the possibilities and limitations of,
its role in society and the responsibility for how the
used, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to take responsibility for their learning.
Independent project (degree project)
For the master's degree, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 15 higher education credits in order
the training.
Miscellaneous
For the master of science with a particular emphasis shall also be the
specific requirements shall apply as agricultural University determines
in the context of the requirements of this degree description.
Master's degree
Scope
Master's degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 120 credits with particular focus that
Agricultural University, of which at least 60 credits
with specialisation in the main area (main area)
for the training. In addition, the requirements for completion of a Bachelor's degree,
Bachelor, degree of at least 180
ECTS credits or equivalent foreign qualification.
Exemption from the requirement of a prior degree may be made for a
students admitted to the programme without having had
General admission requirements in the form of a degree. However, this does
not if admissions have been made except according to Chapter 7. section 28 of the
the second subparagraph the higher education Ordinance (1993:100) due to
Diploma not yet issued.
Target
Knowledge and understanding
For master's degree students must
-knowledge and understanding of the main field for
study, including both broad knowledge in the area
deeper knowledge of some parts of the area
as well as insight into current research and
development work, and
-demonstrate advanced methodological knowledge in the main area of
the training.
Skills and abilities
For master's degree students must
• the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge
and to analyse, assess and manage complex phenomena,
issues and situations even with limited
information,
• the ability to critically, independently and creatively
identify and formulate problems, to plan and use
appropriate methods to implement advanced tasks within given
time frames and thus contributing to the development of knowledge and
to evaluate this work,
-demonstrate the ability in both national and international
speech and writing
discuss their findings and the knowledge and the arguments
they are based in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills required to participate in research
and development work or to work independently in
other qualified activity.
Judgement and approach
For master's degree students must
-demonstrate the ability to perform in the main field of study
assessments, taking into account relevant scientific,
societal and ethical aspects, and awareness of
ethical aspects of research and development,
-show insight into the possibilities and limitations of,
its role in society and the responsibility for how the
used, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to take responsibility for their learning.
Independent project (degree project)
Master's thesis, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits in order
the training. The degree project may cover less than
30 ECTS credits, with a minimum of 15 credits, if the student
already has completed an independent thesis advanced level
If at least 15 ECTS credits of the main field of study
or equivalent of foreign education.
Miscellaneous
For the master of science with a particular emphasis shall also be the
specific requirements shall apply as agricultural University determines
in the context of the requirements of this degree description.
PROFESSIONAL DEGREES
Diploma in agriculture
Scope
Diploma in agriculture is achieved after the student has completed
course requirements of 270 ECTS credits.
Target
For diploma in agriculture, the student will demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as an agronomist.
Knowledge and understanding
For diploma in agriculture, the student should
-view both broad knowledge in the field and a considerable
in-depth knowledge in certain areas of the site, including
insight into the area's multidisciplinary basis as well as insight into
current research and development work, and
-demonstrate in-depth knowledge of the agricultural sector's conditions,
function and interaction with the environment and society, as well
nationally and internationally.
Skills and abilities
For diploma in agriculture, the student should
-demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate
qualified issues related to agricultural sector
complex system of resources and value creation processes, and
to use appropriate methods and within a given framework to analyse,
undertake and critically evaluate different solutions;
• the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge
from the relevant areas, as well as analyze, assess, and manage
complex phenomena, issues and situations,
especially regarding the sustainable development of the agricultural sector,
-demonstrate the ability to, in both national and international
context, both orally and in writing, clearly and
discuss their conclusions as well as the knowledge and arguments that
they are based, and in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills required to participate in research
and development work, or work independently with other
qualified tasks in the agricultural sector and related
areas and thus contribute to the development of the profession and
the business.
Judgement and approach
For diploma in agriculture, the student should
-demonstrate the ability to make assessments with the holistic approach of
the agricultural sector's use for various purposes with regard to
relevant scientific, societal, economic, environmental
and ethical aspects, and be able to make trade-offs between different
aspects,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For diploma in agriculture, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits.
Miscellaneous
For diploma in agriculture should also be revised requirements shall apply as
Agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of this
exam description.
Horticulturist degree
Scope
Horticulturist degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 300 ECTS credits.
Target
For horticulturist degree, the student will demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as a horticulturalist.
Knowledge and understanding
For horticulturist degree, students should
-view both broad knowledge in the field and a considerable
in-depth knowledge in certain areas of the site, including
insight into the area's multidisciplinary basis as well as insight into
current research and development work, and
-demonstrate in-depth knowledge of horticultural sector's conditions,
function and interaction with the environment and society, as well
nationally and internationally.
Skills and abilities
For horticulturist degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate
qualified problem relate to the horticultural sector
complex system of resources and value creation processes, and
to use appropriate methods and within a given framework to analyse,
undertake and critically evaluate different solutions;
• the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge
from the relevant areas, as well as analyze, assess, and manage
complex situations, events and issues,
especially regarding the sustainable development of gardening sector,
-demonstrate the ability to, in both national and international
context, both orally and in writing, clearly and
discuss their conclusions as well as the knowledge and arguments that
they are based, and in dialogue with different groups, and
-display such skills required to participate in research
and development work, or work independently with other
advanced tasks within the horticultural sector and the adjacent
areas and thus contribute to the development of the profession and
the business.
Judgement and approach
For horticulturist degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to make assessments with the holistic approach of
horticultural sector usage for different purposes with regard to
relevant scientific, societal, economic, environmental
and ethical aspects, and be able to make trade-offs between different
aspects,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For horticulturist degree, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits.
Miscellaneous
For horticulturist degree must also be revised requirements shall apply as
Agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of this
exam description.
Jägmästarexamen
Scope
Jägmästarexamen is achieved after the student has completed
course requirements of 300 ECTS credits.
Target
For jägmästarexamen, the student will demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as foresters.
Knowledge and understanding
For jägmästarexamen, the student should
-view both broad knowledge in the field and a considerable
in-depth knowledge in certain areas of the site, including
insight into the area's multidisciplinary basis as well as insight into
current research and development work, and
-show an understanding of the forest sector's conditions, functions and
interaction with the environment and society, both nationally and
internationally.
Skills and abilities
For jägmästarexamen, the student should
-demonstrate the ability to identify and formulate
qualified problem related to the forest sector's complex
system of resources and value-adding processes, as well as with
appropriate methods, and within a given framework to analyze, implement and
critically evaluate different solutions;
• the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge
from the relevant areas, as well as analyze, assess, and manage
complex phenomena, issues and situations relating to
the sustainable development of the forest sector,
-demonstrate the ability to, in both national and international
context, both orally and in writing, clearly and
discuss their conclusions as well as the knowledge and arguments that
they are based, and in dialogue with different groups, and
-demonstrate the skills required to participate in research
and development work, or work independently with other
advanced tasks within the forest sector and related
areas and thus contribute to the development of the profession and
the business.
Judgement and approach
For jägmästarexamen, the student should
-the ability to work with a holistic approach do bedömingar of
the forest sector's use for various purposes with regard to
relevant scientific, societal, economic, environmental
and ethical aspects,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For jägmästarexamen, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits.
Miscellaneous
For jägmästarexamen shall also revised requirements shall apply as
Agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of this
exam description.
Landscape architect degree
Scope
Landscape architect degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 300 ECTS credits.
Target
For landscape architect degree, students should view such knowledge
and skills required to work independently as
landscape architect.
Knowledge and understanding
For landscape architect degree, students should
-demonstrate knowledge of the scientific and artistic Foundation
and insight in relevant research and development work, and
-view both broad knowledge and understanding of
landscape architectural theory and history knowledge
If different processes for production and planning and development
of natural outdoor environments, professional methods, techniques and
materials as well as on relevant regulations.
Skills and abilities
For landscape architect degree, students should
-the ability to holistically and in complex contexts
planning, designing, nurture and renew the landscape and physical
outdoor environment, taking into account the different requirements, especially society's goals
for sustainable development,
-the ability to work with appropriate architectural approach critically,
independently and creatively implement and evaluate
qualified and creative tasks within a given framework within
landscape architecture's area,
• the ability to critically and systematically integrate knowledge
from the relevant areas, as well as analyze, assess, and manage
complex phenomena and issues specifically concerning
the region's sustainable development, and
-demonstrate the ability in both national and international
context of the image and model, orally, in writing or in any other
manner clearly explain and discuss their conclusions and the
knowledge and arguments on which these are based, in
dialogue with different groups and thus contribute to the development of
profession and business.
Judgement and approach
For landscape architect degree, students should
-demonstrate the ability to take into account relevant scientific,
societal, aesthetic, environmental and ethical aspects of
their assessments and trade-offs, taking into account the
man's relationship to and use of the landscape and the
physical environment,
-view the prerequisites to base its work on the requirement of
long-term and functional solutions of high quality and
good design,
-demonstrate ability to teamwork and collaboration in groups with different
composition, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For landscape architect degree, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits.
Miscellaneous
For landscape architect degree must also be revised requirements
as agricultural University determines in the course of
requirements of this degree description.
Veterinary degree
Scope
Veterinary degree is obtained after the student has completed
course requirements of 330 ECTS credits.
Target
For veterinary exam, the student will demonstrate the knowledge and
skills required to work independently as a veterinarian.
Knowledge and understanding
For veterinary exam, the student should
-demonstrate knowledge of the scientific basis and insight into
current research and development work as well as knowledge of
the relationship between science and proven experience and its
importance of professional practice,
-view both broad and in-depth knowledge of the
veterinary field, including in-depth knowledge of
animal diseases and injuries,
-show an understanding of animal farming conditions, functions and
interaction with the environment and society, both nationally and
internationally, and
-demonstrate knowledge about economics, organisation and regulations
is significant to the veterinary field.
Skills and abilities
For veterinary exam, the student should
-demonstrate the ability to diagnose diseases and
damage in animals as well as decide on and carry out adequate medical
and surgical treatment in basic veterinary care,
-demonstrate an ability to initiate and implement measures in
preventative animal healthcare,
-demonstrate the ability to identify problems and take the necessary
measures with regard to society's demands for animal protection, infectious disease control and
safe food,
-demonstrate the ability to orally and in writing, describe the
measures and results of treatment of interested parties, as well as in
accordance with the relevant regulations to document these,
-demonstrate in-depth ability to scientifically discuss
new facts, phenomena and issues within the veterinary
area with various groups and critically examine, assess and
use relevant information,
• the ability for team work and cooperation with other
professionals, and
-demonstrate the skills required for participation in research,
development and evaluation work or work independently
with other qualified tasks in the veterinary field
and thereby contribute to the development of the profession and business.
Judgement and approach
For veterinary exam, the student should
-demonstrate ability to holistically and in their professional capacity based on
a scientific approach to make assessments with regard to
public and animal health, economic, environmental and
ethical aspects,
-demonstrate the ability to a professional approach
towards animals and animal owners,
-demonstrate the ability to assess their own borders in professional practice,
and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need
further knowledge and to continuously develop their skills.
Independent project (degree project)
For veterinary exam, the student shall, within the framework of the
course requirements have completed an independent project
(degree project) worth at least 30 higher education credits.
Miscellaneous
For veterinary exam should also be revised requirements shall apply as
Agricultural University decides in the context of the requirements of this
exam description.
DEGREES AT THE DOCTORAL LEVEL
Licentiate degree
Scope
Licentiate degree achieved
either after the student has completed a course of study of at least
120 credits in a subject for doctoral education,
or after the student has completed a portion of at least 120
credits of an education that should end with
Ph.d., if agricultural University decides that such a
the Licentiate degree can be given at the agricultural University.
Target
Knowledge and understanding
For Licentiate degree, doctoral student
-demonstrate knowledge and understanding in the field of research,
including up-to-date specialist knowledge in a limited part of the
This, as well as in-depth knowledge of scientific methodology in General
and the specific research area's methods in particular.
Skills and abilities
For Licentiate degree, doctoral student
• the ability to critically, independently and creatively and with
scientific accuracy identify and formulate
issues, planning and using appropriate methods,
carry out a limited research work and other
advanced tasks within given time frames and so
contribute to the development of knowledge, and to evaluate this
work,
-demonstrate the ability in both national and international
context clearly both orally and in writing present and
discuss research and research results in dialogue with
academic community and society in General, and
-demonstrate the skills required to participate
in research and development, and to independently
work in other qualified activity.
Judgement and approach
For Licentiate degree, doctoral student
-demonstrate the ability to make assessments of research ethics in their own
research,
-show insight into the possibilities and limitations of,
its role in society and the responsibility for how the
used, and
-demonstrate the ability to identify their need for further
knowledge and to take responsibility for their learning.
Scientific paper
For Licentiate degree, the student must have been a scientific
essay of at least 60 credits.
Miscellaneous
For Licentiate degree with a particular emphasis shall also be the
specific requirements shall apply as agricultural University determines
in the context of the requirements of this degree description.
Doctoral degree
Scope
The doctoral degree is achieved when the student has completed a
training of 240 ECTS credits in a subject for education on
graduate level.
Target
Knowledge and understanding
For the doctoral degree, the student
-demonstrate broad knowledge and a systematic understanding of the
research area and deep and up-to-date specialist knowledge in
a distinct part of the research area, and
-demonstrate familiarity with scientific methodology in General and
with the specific research area's methods in particular.
Skills and abilities
For the doctoral degree, the student
-demonstrate ability to scientific analysis and synthesis, as well as to
independent critical review and assessment of new and
complex phenomena, issues and situations,
-demonstrate an ability to critically, creatively and with
scientific accuracy identify and formulate
issues as well as planning and use appropriate methods
carry out research and other advanced tasks within given
time frames and to review and evaluate such work,
-with a thesis show their ability, through its own research
a significant contribution to the development of knowledge,
-demonstrate the ability in both national and international
context, both orally and in writing with authority to present
and discuss research and research results in dialogue with
academic community and society in General,
-demonstrate the ability to identify the need for further knowledge,
and
-view the prerequisites for both research and
training in other qualified professional context
contribute to society's development and support the learning of others.
Judgement and approach
For the doctoral degree, the student
-demonstrate intellectual independence and scientific misconduct
as well as the ability to make assessments of research ethics, and
-demonstrate an understanding of the possibilities and
limitations, its role in society and the responsibility for
how it is used.
Research thesis (doctoral thesis)
For the doctoral degree, the student must have been a scientific
thesis (doctoral thesis) of at least 120 ECTS credits
approved.
Miscellaneous
For a doctorate with a particular emphasis shall also be the
specific requirements shall apply as agricultural University determines
in the context of the requirements of this degree description.
Regulation (2012:740).