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BECC – Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services in a Changing Climate – is an interdisciplinary strategic research area. BECC’s research focuses on identifying solutions to three overarching challenges: emissions from human activities, changes in land use and climate change, and their combined effects on biodiversity and ecosystem services. BECC Grand ChallengesTo develop a scientific basis for effecti
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/research/research-area-becc - 2026-10-15
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is a new department from January 2026 following a merger of three organizations: the Center for Environmental and Climate Science, the Department of Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science, and the Department of Geology.Den här webbplatsen är under uppbyggnad och om du saknar information kan du även söka på webbplatserna tillhörande de tre tidiga
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/about-department - 2026-10-15
MERGE stands for ModElling the Regional and Global Earth system and is a strategic research area involving around 250 researchers from Lund University, the University of Gothenburg, Chalmers University of Technology, KTH Royal Institute of Technology, and SMHI (Rossby Centre). The research focuses on climate modelling at both regional and global scales. MERGE encompasses advanced research, discipl
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The profile area Nature-Based Future Solutions brings together researchers from different disciplines to address three interconnected challenges: climate change, biodiversity loss, and the need for sustainable societal development. These crises affect people, ecosystems, and societies worldwide and require solutions that are both innovative and fair. The research builds on nature’s own processes a
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/research/lund-university-profile-area-nature-based-future-solutions - 2026-10-15
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences is led by a department board and the head of department. The head of department is supported by a deputy head of department and three assistant heads of department.The heads of department, together with a head of postgraduate education, a head of undergraduate education and an administrative manager, constitute the department's management team.Dep
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/about-department/department-governance - 2026-10-15
This page is under construction. In the meantime, we refer to the pages below. See a list of all the courses at bachelor's level here - nateko.lu.se.See a list of all the courses at master's level here - nateko.lu.se.
Master's degree, 120 credits Do you want to obtain leading-edge expertise in processing digital geographical data? If so, our Master’s programme in Geographical Information Systems (GIS) is for you. GIS is highly usable and in demand among many employers involved in environmental issues and community planning, but also other work areas . Teaching is conducted entirely online, at half time or full
Master's degree, 120 credits GEM is an international Erasmus Mundus Master’s programme that trains future experts in geoinformation, remote sensing and environmental modelling. The programme combines advanced geodata analysis, AI and sustainability issues to address global societal challenges. About the programmeThis Erasmus Mundus programme is delivered by four leading European universities. The
Master's degree, 120 credits This programme is for you who are interested in the environmental and societal development of the Arctic. The Nordic Master in Environmental Changes at Higher Latitudes (EnCHiL) provides high quality two-year science education at the highest international level and a practical experience within the Arctic region. About the programmeHigh latitude ecosystems and societie
Master's degree, 120 credits Computations are becoming more and more important in research and industry. To make predictions, analysis or to replace experiments, we make use of numerical simulations and machine learning on large computers. We generate and store large amounts of data and use data science to search for patterns, connections, and trends. We offer a cross-disciplinary master's program
The computational science courses at MGeo are:Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks and Deep Learning (BERN04/EXTQ41), 7.5 credits – autumn, second study period.Theoretical Biophysics (BERN08/EXTQ02), 7.5 credits – spring, first study period.Systems Biology – Models and Computations (BERN06), 7.5 credits – spring, second study period.Introduction to Modelling of Climate System (BERN03) (geolo
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/education/computational-science/courses-computational-science - 2026-10-15
This lists all courses in geology conducted in English. To read more about the Bachelor's programme and our courses conducted in Swedish, visit our Swedish website - mgeo.lu.se.Bachelor's levelAutumn semesterGeology: Field Investigation Methodology, 7.5 credits (GEOC10)Geology: Field Investigation Methodology - Site Investigations, 7.5 credits (GEOC11)Spring semester Scientific Dating in Archaeolo
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/education/education-geology/courses-geology - 2026-10-15
The Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences Board consists of:Carl AlwmarkEkaterina LantzJutta HolstLina EklundMaria C. HanssonMikael CalnerNatascha KljunPeter OlssonTherese EkThomas PughVictor OlariuThe board is complemented by three student representatives elected by the student organisations:Alexandra Popa, GNOMES student councilSaga Rosberg, GNOMES student councilEmma Enström, NDR docto
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Collaboration is a central part of the work of the Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences and a prerequisite for addressing today’s environmental and societal challenges. Research is developed through close dialogue with the wider community and in collaboration with other universities, public authorities and organisations – regionally, nationally and internationally. Collaboration is a cen
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Contact Management supportKarin Hofvendahlkarin [dot] hofvendahl [at] mgeo [dot] lu [dot] se+46 462 229 796 Petter Pilesjö Head of DepartmentE-mail: petter [dot] pilesjo [at] mgeo [dot] lu [dot] se (petter[dot]pilesjo[at]mgeo[dot]lu[dot]se)Phone: +46733229654Link to Lund University's research portal Yann Clough Assistant Head of Department with a focus on research and interdisciplinarityE-mail: ya
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LU Land is a collaboration platform at Lund University that brings together researchers and societal actors around issues related to sustainable land use. The platform highlights goal conflicts, fosters dialogue and contributes to new solutions for how land can be used and managed in an ecologically, socially and economically sustainable way. Sustainable land use is crucial for food and energy pro
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The doctoral programme in Environmental Science encompasses the scientific study of environmental problems caused by human activity. Its purpose is to deepen understanding of how natural processes are influenced by human actions and to develop knowledge that can contribute to sustainable societal development. The programme leads to the degree of Doctor of Philosophy at Lund University and comprise
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The doctoral programme in Geology encompasses the study of Earth’s structure, evolution, and processes, from the planet’s formation to the present day. The field integrates physical, chemical, and biological perspectives to understand how bedrock, sediments, and organic systems are formed, transformed, and interact over time. A central focus lies in reconstructing past environments, climates, sea
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/research/doctoral-studies/doctoral-studies-geology - 2026-10-15
The doctoral programme in computational science provides an in-depth understanding of how advanced computational methods can be developed and used to analyse complex scientific issues in natural sciences, technology and medicine. The programme is open to doctoral students at all departments within the Faculty of Science. Supervisors of doctoral students within the programme are automatically affil
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/research/doctoral-studies/doctoral-studies-computational-science - 2026-10-15
The doctoral programme in Physical Geography and Ecosystem Science encompasses the study of landscapes, climate, and ecosystems, and how they are shaped and transformed by both natural processes and human influence. The programme provides an in‑depth understanding of the interactions among soil, water, vegetation, and the atmosphere, as well as the mechanisms that regulate energy and matter exchan
https://www.mgeo.lu.se/en/research/doctoral-studies/doctoral-studies-physical-geography-and-ecosystem-science - 2026-10-15
