Programme Proficiency Profile

Proficiencies within basic science

comprehend and analyse environmental concepts, problems and relationships in a European and global context.
design and execute a research project at the postgraduate level using methods, instruments and tools acquired and present the outcome in a journal article.
formulate the kinetics, equilibrium and mass balances for chemical, physical and biological processes affecting matter circulation in ecosystems within the selected area of specialisation for each student.
develop and use mathematical models describing biological, physical and chemical processes for predictive purposes and in relation to planning and management.
carry out research projects and dedicated analyses within the area of specialisation of the student by use of up-to-date methods and principles, and based on clear formulation of problems, hypotheses and research methods.

demonstrate capability and knowledge on strategies for handling and solving environmental problems and challenges in a European and a global context.
understand the systemic and quantitative linkages between natural resource use and water quality.
present deep insight in structure and functioning of natural and man-influenced rural ecosystems, environmental and health effects of ecosystem perturbations, and be able to develop environmental technologies and measures for achieving sustainable production systems.
understand and apply the methods and techniques used for environmental monitoring, and subsequent handling, statistical analysis and presentation of environmental data.
understand the systematic and quantitative linkage between land use and environmental quality, with main focus on water resources.
understand the fundamental principles behind environmental policy/legislation, regulation and management in Europe.
create ideas and strategies for development of environmental technology in relation to remediation and reduction of pollution from soils and waters.

understand the implications of sustainability concepts, and to demonstrate insight in the environmental and land use history of Europe and the lessons learned from that.
effectively communicate and collaborate others across distances, cultural and language borders, by use of different medias such as written texts, oral presentations, video conferences and web-forums.
use professional English in all oral and written communication throughout the master programme.
discuss and assess environmental issues and creation of public attitudes in a European perspective.

For more specific information in the competencies acquired, see the competency profiles for each specialisation here: