Master's Programme in Technologies for Sustainable Use of Renewable Resources
Helsinki, Finland
Master degree
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
TUITION FEES
EUR 15,000 / per year
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
How can technologies influence sustainability in food and forestry systems?
Global environmental challenges require the adoption of new technologies to promote the sustainability of food systems and the forest sector. The growing focus on the sustainable use of renewable resources, circular economy, and green transition is driving demand for new, skilled professionals in these fields. Upon completing the Master’s Programme in Technologies for Sustainable Use of Renewable Resources, you will be qualified to work as an expert, enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of the agri-food and forestry industries.
In your studies, you will explore new and emerging technologies, such as digitalisation and artificial intelligence, along with their applications in food systems and forestry. A distinctive feature of the programme is a strong collaboration with organisations, offering you versatile networking opportunities and practical experience in the field. You can tailor your studies by choosing modules according to your interests.
Why Technologies for Sustainable Use of Renewable Resources?
An increasing number of experts are needed to solve the global challenges of food and forestry systems through the use of technologies. Upon completing your studies, you will be a professional in sustainability and utilising technical and digital solutions in the agri-food and forest industries in Finland and abroad.
As a graduate of the Master's Programme in Technologies for Sustainable Use of Renewable Resources, you will:
- Understand the operating environment of the Finnish natural resource industry, its key actors and the importance of renewable resources for sustainable development
- Have the skills to develop, implement and apply technological solutions that consider different aspects of sustainability in food and forestry systems
- Be able to combine financial thinking with responsible business solutions and cost management in food and wood supply chains
You will enhance your expertise in a real operational environment through the programme's versatile collaborative partnerships and connect with specialists in the field throughout your studies. In addition to completing intensive and project courses with our collaborating organisations, you can also include an internship in your studies, which can be undertaken with our partner companies.
Structure and content
The scope of the Master's degree is 120 credits and takes two academic years to complete. In addition to choosing your specialisation area, your studies will consist of both field-specific advanced courses and optional courses, as well as project courses in collaboration with various organisations.
Your studies will have the following structure:
- Advanced studies (75 credits) including a Master’s thesis (30 credits) and a specialisation module
- Other studies (30 credits) covering the key themes of the programme, including also language studies
- Work-life orientation and career planning
- Elective courses (15 credits), which can be taken from the offerings of this or other degree programmes
The teaching focuses on improving sustainability in the agri-food and forest sectors through technologies, exploring a wide range of applications including artificial intelligence, machine vision, data analysis, modelling, measurement technologies, and much more.
Your studies also include versatile project courses conducted in the programme’s collaborative area outside the university campus.
Specialisation modules
- System Modelling and Simulation
- Measuring, Mapping and Analysing of Natural Resources Data
- Sustainable Management of Resources and Innovations
The University of Helsinki offers a unique education that integrates technology and sustainability with high-quality expertise in food and forestry systems. The Master's Programme in Technologies for Sustainable Use of Renewable Resources will prepare you to meet the urgent demand for professionals in these fields.
After completing your degree, you are qualified to work in many roles, such as an innovative sustainability leader in the agri-food and forest businesses or as a technology expert in process automation, artificial intelligence, and measurement and mapping technologies in the management of renewable resources. You can also continue to doctoral programs and work as a researcher or teacher in the academic field.
You can find employment in various areas, including:
- Companies operating in the fields of agri-food and forestry
- Research institutes or universities
- Other public organsations
The programme’s strong collaboration with organisations and businesses offers valuable opportunities for networking and internships during your studies.