Upon a successful completion of this course, students have a deep understanding of contemporary forest management in different regions of Europe. In addition, they are aware of the influence of historical, cultural, and geographical factors in European forestry.

An intensive field course where the students will familiarize themselves with topical forestry issues in European countries (Austria, France, Germany, Romania and Spain).  

Intensive field course including forest and cultural visits, lectures, seminars, and presentations. The students are required to carry out group work, discuss given topics, and prepare individual reports. 

Will be distributed during the course. 

0-5. Grading is based on the given assignments of the teachers in the MSc EF Consortium universities.  

Teachers from different MSc EF Consortium universities. Contact person in Joensuu: Professor of Forest Information Systems Timo Tokola.

May 2019

MSc European Forestry Consortium universities

MSc European forestry students. The course is organized jointly by MSc European Forestry Consortium universities. The course includes the elements of sustainable development (i.e. ecological principles, management of natural resources and climate change). The language of instruction for this course is English.