University College of Borås

What you'll study

The programme's mandatory courses for the Autumn 2026 intake include:

• Life Cycle Assessment (A505TA) — scheduled 31 August to 1 November.
• Resource Recovery I (A519TA) — scheduled 31 August to 1 November.
• Theory of Science and Research Methodology (A531TA) — scheduled 31 August to 17 January.
• Circular Economy (A532TA) — scheduled 2 November to 17 January.
• Resource Recovery II (A515TA) — scheduled 2 November to 17 January.

Course literature lists are provided in each course syllabus; students are advised to wait until the first lecture or check Canvas before purchasing books.

Entry requirements

The public programme information lists start term, programme code (TAREC) and administrative contacts but does not display detailed entry requirements on the cited page. Prospective applicants should consult the programme syllabus PDF or contact the Education Officer or Programme Coordinator for formal admission criteria.

Career prospects

Graduates can apply lifecycle assessment, circular-economy thinking and resource-recovery knowledge in roles related to sustainable infrastructure, waste and material management, or environmental consultancy. The programme prepares students for work where technical recovery methods are combined with system-level sustainability assessment and research.

Scholarships & funding angle

The programme page does not list specific scholarships. Applicants should explore university-wide scholarships, national funding opportunities and external grants; contact the faculty's Study and Career Counsellors or the Education Officer for guidance on available funding and application procedures.