Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD, Master’s & Postdoc Opportunities in Ecology in Sweden
Positions in ecology in sweden
4 positions foundnewest posted
Universities with open positions in ecology in Sweden include Uppsala University, Stockholm University and University of Gothenburg.
Uppsala University
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Sweden
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Posted Yesterday
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Uppsala University is inviting applications for a full-time PhD student position in Limnology, based in the Department of Ecology and Genetics within the Limnology program in Uppsala, Sweden. The project focuses on modelling phytoplankton succession in lakes and understanding how lake communities respond to climate warming, eutrophication, extreme weather events, and other environmental changes. The doctoral researcher will use process-based biogeochemical and dynamical models, data handling, st...
Ecology
Environmental Science
Biology
+4 more
Posted Yesterday
Stockholm University
Sweden
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1 week ago
Mistra FinBio is advertising a PhD position in Sustainability Science based at the Stockholm Resilience Centre, Stockholm University in Sweden. The project is interdisciplinary and sits at the intersection of environmental science, finance, economics, ecology, sustainability science, and resilience . The PhD student will explore how changes in ecosystems influence financial risks and how resilience thinking can be integrated into financial decision-making. The research focuses on two applied sec...
Ecology
Environmental Science
Agriculture
+6 more
1 week ago
University of Gothenburg
Sweden
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1 week ago
PhD opportunity in Biology at the University of Gothenburg, Sweden This doctoral position is focused on tropical forest ecology and carbon dynamics , with a project on how forests gain and lose biomass through tree growth, mortality, branch loss, and recovery. The PhD is part of the ERC Starting Grant project TWIG , which combines repeated terrestrial laser scanning (TLS) with long-term forest inventories to quantify damage, recovery, and biomass redistribution in tropical forests. The work will...
Computer Science
Ecology
Environmental Science
+14 more
1 week ago
Chalmers University of Technology
Sweden
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1 month ago
PhD opportunity at Chalmers University of Technology in the Department of Mechanical Engineering , within the division of Design & Human Factors . The project is titled Doctoral student in Regenerative and Circular Manufacturing . This PhD sits at the intersection of mechanical engineering , environmental science , and industrial engineering , with a strong emphasis on environmental sustainability , circular solutions , and the role of industry in contributing to healthier ecosystems. The post h...
Ecology
Environmental Science
Mechanical Engineering
+2 more
1 month ago
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Living costs in Sweden
Estimated costs in Sweden.
MonthlyYearly | Sweden |
|---|---|
 Utilities & Connectivity Electricity, water, internet, and mobile per year | kr6.3k $600/yr |
 Personal Care Toiletries, haircuts, and personal items per year | kr6.3k $600/yr |
 Groceries Basic food shopping for one student per year | kr25.2k $2,400/yr |
 University Accommodation On-campus student housing per year | kr56.7k $5,400/yr |
Estimates based on university averages and Numbeo
Popular professors
Korea Aerospace University
South Korea
Research Interests
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Fluid Mechanics
Thermal Engineering
Heat Transfer
Stellarator Physics
Technical University of Munich
Germany
Research Interests
Hydrology
Hydrogeology
Ecohydrology
Evapotranspiration
Central Asia
Professor of Hydrology
Goethe University Frankfurt
Germany
Research Interests
Hydrology
Hydrogeology
Climate Dynamics
Ecohydrology
Groundwater Modeling
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Professor
Stockholm University
Sweden
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Plant Ecology
Boreal Ecology
Grazing Ecology
Professor
Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences
Sweden
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Plant Ecology
Boreal Ecology
Tree Physiology
Department of Biology and Environmental Science Linnaeus University Kalmar Sweden
Sweden
Research Interests
Ecology
Conservation Biology
Molecular Ecology
Lepidoptera
Freshwater Ecology
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Do I need to contact a supervisor before applying for a PhD position?
In many European and Asian universities yes; in some US programs applications are centralized but supervisor contact still helps.
Is GRE required for master’s or PhD applications abroad?
It depends on the country and university — many programs have made GRE optional, especially outside the US.
Do funded PhD positions usually cover tuition and living expenses?
Yes. Most funded PhD roles include tuition coverage plus a monthly stipend, but details vary by country and lab.
Are publications required to apply for PhD or postdoc positions?
Not always required for PhD, but strongly recommended. For postdoc roles, publications are usually expected.
Will I need to pay a tuition deposit for master’s admission?
In many countries yes — especially for taught master’s programs — but funded PhD positions typically do not require deposits.