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An innovative education for an innovative future You are about to make a choice that is as exciting as it is important – what to study. Perhaps you know exactly what to choose or maybe you have no idea. What we know with certainty is that our society will change in the meantime. Just think of all the previously unimaginable things we do today – from instantly transferring money over the phone, to having a doctor’s appointment through your mobile screen, or learning new things on YouTube. Who knows what we will be doing three, five or ten years from now and how it will affect your future occupation? At Halmstad University, we have lecturers who dare to think outside the box, alternative study environments and high-tech labs that help you gain new perspectives – regardless of what you choose to study. No one knows what the future will hold, but we can help prepare you for participating in and further advancing this development. Welcome to Halmstad University – this is where your future begins!
This programme catalogue is issued by Halmstad University.
On the following pages, you will get an insight into the academic world, our educational programmes and some practical facts about what it is like to study and live in Halmstad. Please contact us if you have any questions. Contact information is found on the back of the catalogue. The information in this catalogue is subject to change.
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Contents Four reasons to study in Halmstad
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Innovation for the future
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Lab environments at the University
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Utexpo
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Research, innovation and entrepreneurship
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Master and doctoral education
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What happens on campus?
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Discovering Halmstad
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PROGRAMMES Course packages Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Engineering and Technology
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Master’s programmes Informatics 24 Engineering and Technology Business and Economics
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Environment, Natural Science and Biomedicine 29 Social and Behavioral Sciences
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Things to consider when deciding what to study Studying in Sweden and at Halmstad University gives you a head start in the international job market. Here you will receive a modern education, characterised by creativity, gender equality, non-hierarchy and new teaching methods. In Sweden, people are generally very proficient in English, so there is no language barrier to hold you back. Sweden is ranked one of the most innovative countries in the world – and at Halmstad University we place extra emphasis on creating an innovative environment where you are allowed to grow.
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4 reasons to study in Halmstad 1. An innovative university looks good on your CV The curiosity and ambition that exist here has made a mark on both the academic world and industry. Successful research projects as well as entrepreneurs and companies have emerged from the creative environment offered at Halmstad University. Having studied at a university with such a good reputation can become a significant contribution to your future CV.
2. Shorter distances increase opportunity As a student at a fairly small university you will get more attention. Compared to a large university, we can offer smaller classes and closer contact between students, teaching staff and researchers. You will also experience a close proximity on campus – everything is within reach, whether you want to study, cook or borrow books.
3. Good contact with industry Our courses and study programmes are among the best in the country when it comes to collaborating with industry. On several occasions, we have been ranked first in comparisons done by the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise. Your studies will be closely linked to the real practice of your future profession.
4. Great location The University is situated in a prime location, not only in terms of the city of Halmstad, but within the entire region. You can easily travel north to Gothenburg and Stockholm or south towards MalmÜ and Copenhagen, by train or car – perfect for inter-city connections or for having a weekend adventure.
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Do you want to learn to think differently and solve the societal challenges of tomorrow?
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We are convinced that the will and courage to change, cooperate and innovate are what drive development forward – for you as a student, for us as a university and for our entire society. There will be plenty of opportunities for you here, in collaboration with others, to challenge old truths and realise fantastic dreams by seeing beyond your own subject area. Does this sound too vague? Join us for our next Hackathon where we solve future societal challenges and you will see what we mean! Innovation breeds success
that will benefit you for the rest of It is no coincidence that Halmstad your professional life. This practice is University has become so popular, that ingrained in the walls and is someour research is internationally recogni- thing that your study programme sed and that several successful comwill encourage you to do, regardless panies started here. The key is innoof what you choose to study. Some vation. Here you will find a unique examples of collaboration that benefit range of courses and programmes, the our students are the multidisciplinary strength of which lies in the constant projects, internships, mentoring prodevelopment to keep pace with the grammes, visiting lectures, and degree latest research and in close cooperation and thesis projects carried out locally with the working world. It will open and globally. new doors and prepare you for your The most important thing? future profession. Get a head start through collaboration
The quality of your education!
However good the University, the city and leisure activities may be, your You are now at the very beginning of decision should primarily be based on your career, and by learning early on the education itself. Studying is a mato think in terms of collaboration, you jor and important investment in you will gain knowledge and advantages and our future society – therefore, it
is important that the education is of high quality. Perhaps you’re thinking “but how am I supposed to know?” In addition to all the high rankings and awards that the University and our study programmes and courses have received over the years, you can see all of the qualifications of our lecturers and professors in the digital staff directory on hh.se. Hackathon – for solving important societal challenges
Innovation Week at Halmstad University features an event known as Hackathon. It consists of 48 hours of intense problem-solving with the goal of finding future ways of addressing our societal challenges. In the 2017 edition, students, entrepreneurs, HR specialists, programmers and researchers were given the task of finding solutions to some of the major challenges in recruitment.
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of our programmes have some form of collaboration with society or industry
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Electronics Centre in Halmstad Do you see what we see? The potential growth of the electronics field is huge. It is estimated that the development of the “Internet of things” means that there will be over 50 billion connected electronic units globally in 2020. Electronics Centre in Halmstad (ECH) is an innovation arena created by Halmstad University in collaboration with regional companies. The focus of ECH is integration of electronics in everyday products to make them ‘smart’, which provides substantial added value and competitive advantages, and represents an important innovation potential of the traditional Swedish manufacturing industry. Applied research, innovation and knowledge building in the field of electronics integration is a prerequisite to become successful within the global ecosystem that is emerging around these new ‘smart’ products. Identified research subjects in f ocus at ECH are next generation electronic building practice, electromagnetic compati bility (EMC) and low power design. A multidisciplinary collaboration with for example the Centre for Health Technology Halland (HCH) will enable interesting and potentially ground-breaking intellectual combinations leading to new research as well as to development of innovative education programmes.
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Fab Lab Digital production is fundamentally changing the industrial landscape. 3D technology is therefore of great significance in terms of regeneration opportunities for established companies, the formation of new companies and novel ways to produce products. Fab Lab Halmstad is part of a global network and an accredited affiliate of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, MIT. The prototype workshop is a creative environment and resource for several of the University’s engineering programmes and research in the field. The workshop has everything from 3D printers, 3D scanning equipment and laser cutters to computerised embroidery machines.
Health Lab New knowledge of people, technology and society enables the creation of innovative working methods for communication, counselling, examination, treatment and training. Health Lab offers advanced opportunities to train the skills and develop the technology needed in future healthcare. The lab houses, among other things, the Home of Health (Hälsans hem) – a complete two-bedroom apartment for simulation and practice of professional skills in healthcare. At the Health Lab, you will also find the Health Centre (Hälsocentralen) – a new type of healthcare clinic where researchers and students from the nursing or health education programmes, for example, can develop new forms of reception. The lab is also an environment where innovative solutions for everything from elite athletes to rehabilitation are developed. See what the future holds at hh.se/english/healthlab
DLC The Digital Laboratory Centre (DLC) is a creative, high-tech laboratory environment that focuses on learning and culture. DLC is intended for researchers, teaching staff, students, organisations and companies, and is a regional meeting place at the forefront of digital society. At DLC, you will find the latest equipment in visualisation, simulation and design – technology that creates opportunities for new and visual ways of communicating complex or abstract information. There is also VR equipment, digital lab environments, a creativity space and a communications studio. DLC is used in education, research and development projects, and serves as a ’makerspace’ – a workshop-like environment that encourages sharing of knowledge, tools and ideas. The physical environment of DLC is also designed to promote creativity and offer flexible ways of meeting and communicating, as well as space for both digital and analogue creation. Read more at hh.se/dlc-eng
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Utexpo – your chance to show what you’re made of! Utexpo is a graduate fair for students in their final year of study, and one of the biggest events of the year at Halmstad University. Utexpo has grown steadily since its inception more than 30 years ago and the number of exhibited projects is usually well over a hundred. The fair engages students, their families and friends, and staff as well as a wide range of potential employers. Every year the fair features many exciting new projects. Utexpo is therefore also a golden opportunity for people who are interested in anything from new technology and inventions to sustainability issues. Or how about a 3D printer that prints chocolate, a fully solarpowered washing machine, a turbine that extracts power from running water without harming life in the ocean, or a gadget for finding your glasses?
Unni Leto and Tove Elvhammar, in collaboration with Ikea, have developed an eco-friendly, attractive and durable lamp made entirely out of moulded coconut fibre.
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HIGH FIVE STUDENT Plant a seed and grow your own successful company Do you have an idea but don’t know how to proceed? Is the thought of starting your own business something that excites you? You’re not alone! Whatever your idea may be, the staff at the University’s High Five Student incubator can help you – for free! The incubator gives you the opportunity to develop your business idea during your time of study – perhaps by the time you graduate you will have become your own employer! High Five Student offers coaching, office space in a pleasant environment, networks and a business start-up course. Everyone is welcome, regardless of whether your idea involves a product, service, concept or something else. Your idea does not necessarily need to be within your field of study – it may be a hobby of yours or an everyday problem that you want to solve.
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Our research pushes the boundaries Get close to exciting research that pushes the boundaries of knowledge on the most important issues of today and for the future. Our research ers and Professors are unique in that practically all of them actively teach. That gives you direct access to the latest developments in your area. And our practical approach to research and close collaboration with businesses let you test your ideas for real during your studies.
Three key areas of focus Halmstad University conducts education and research in a wide range of areas, such as Engineering, Nursing, Humanities, Health, Social Sciences, Education, Natural Science and Economics. We have three key areas where we are particularly strong and where we conduct education at Master and doctoral level:
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Information Technology – our postgraduate degrees and research in Information Technology enable progress within many areas, such as biomechanics, traffic and transport, environment, energy, health, and communication. Our research on embedded and intelligent systems is something we are particularly known for, even internationally. Innovation Science – we are the first and only university in Sweden to offer postgraduate degrees in this area. Innovation Science studies how internal and external conditions affect innovation processes and how ideas succeed in the market. The research focuses on, amongst other things, entrepreneurship, innovation, social changes, environment, and leadership. Health and Lifestyle – our postgraduate studies and research in Health and Lifestyle are multidisciplinary and focus on improving people’s quality of life. This implies not only welfare and lifestyle, but also education, disability studies, psychology, sociology, sport, nursing, and healthcare.
Read more about the research at Halmstad University: www.hh.se/english/research
Innovation and entrepreneurship A creative environment
Research is closely linked to innovation and our University has a long tradition of developing and, above all, utilising its knowledge of innovation, entrepreneurship and business development. Our ability to channel creati vity has been evident for over 30 years. Many of our programmes have been designed to give the students experience in project management, to allow them to use their drive and think outside the box. Our University is actively striving to utilise the vast creativity of our students and researchers. Students who wish to develop new products, services or companies may try out their business ideas during their studies in the entrepreneurial environment at the student incubator. Researchers who wish to continue developing the results of their research in the form of an enterprise are given the same opportunity. Converting research into concrete business or other uses in this manner is a natural and important part of our work. Relevant programmes
Our perspective of education is based on a desire to erase the line between university life and professional life. We also want it to be possible for people to use the knowledge developed at Halmstad University. One important step in this direction is the exchange between public, private and nonprofit organisaÂtions, which creates practical experience for students and new inspiration for researchers.
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Master and doctoral education at Halmstad University Master education at Halmstad University Halmstad University offers Master level education in Engineering, Business, Environmental Science and Biomedicine. All programmes are listed at the end of this magazine.
Doctoral education Halmstad University has the right to award doctorates in three different areas: Information Technology, Innovation Sciences, and Health and Lifestyle. In other areas, doctoral education is conducted with support of strategic collaboration agreements with other colleges and universities. At Halmstad University, there are about 100 doctoral students in a variety of subjects/fields. More about doctoral education at Halmstad University: hh.se/doctoraleducation
Doctoral student As a doctoral student, the student is engaged in doctoral education with the aim of resulting in a PhD and/or Licentiate degree. The ÂLicentiate degree is an independent exam or a recognised level leading to a doctoral degree, and normally requires two years of full-time Âstudies. To obtain a doctoral degree requires four years of full-time studies. For some, it may take longer to complete the education, since doctoral Âstudents sometimes also take part in other work at the university, such as teaching. More about doctoral studies in Sweden: www.studera.nu/ doctoralstudies
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Aiming higher The entire Swedish higher education system is ranked number two in the world and number one in relation to GDP.
Top-ranked by Swedish companies We consistently get top marks from the Confederation of Swedish Enterprise in its ranking of how well Swedish universities interact with Sweden’s business sector. And several studies show that our students are successful on the job market after their studies.
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Sweden is home to the largest number of multinationals per capita of any country in the world and is the birthplace of many world-conquering companies – including Ikea, TetraPak, Volvo, Ericsson, AstraZeneca and H&M.
What’s going on? Read more about our research and follow the latest news from Halmstad University.
Read more at hh.se/english
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What happens on campus? The answer to the question above is simple: every thing! The benefits of the convenient format of Halmstad University become particularly evident when you consider the layout of our campus. Within the University area you can find almost everything you need close at hand, such as lecture halls, library, café, union buildings and gym. As the campus is always full of life and movement, it is also the natural meeting place for the students of the University.
The Student Healthcare Centre You are always welcome to the Student Health CareCentre with any concerns, questions or problems relating to your health or studies. According to a Swedish student magazine, we have the most wellstaffed Student Healthcare Centre in all of Sweden. So you can count on being well taken care of.
Student counselling – a good place to start Do you have any questions regarding your studies or career? The student counsellors offer their services to both current and future students of the University.
A pleasant study environmentat the University library The University library, with its quiet study halls and group rooms, is a perfect study environment. It also holds all the course literature for the subjects taught at the University. In addition, there are newspapers, magazines and handbooks.
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Comfortable student life As a Halmstad student, you never have to run around town to get from one lecture to the next. Most of them take place on campus. This makes it easier to get in contact with students from other programmes, teachers and other University staff. Most of the buildings are new and the premises are consistently well-kept. When you need a change of scenery, the city centre is nearby. You can get from campus to the centre by bike or bus in a few minutes. It’s as simple as that.
Health and sport for everyone The Centre for Health and Sport is home to everything that is sports and healthrelated. It holds a large sports hall, workout rooms and premises for teaching and research. There is also a gym, an aerobics room, a spinning room and a climbing wall – all close at hand for students on campus who like to exercise. Find out more at idrottscentrum.se/english.
Ask at the Service Center! At the Service Center you can get answers to most of the things that concern the University and higher education studies. We help you with all your questions regarding educational programmes, testimonials, admissions, exams, student counselling and how to find your way around campus.
Fancy a cuppa? On and around campus there are plenty of options for when you need to replenish your energy supplies. Both restaurants and cafés can be found in the area.
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1 Bolmensgatan 2 Gladan 3 Krusbäret 4 Gråstenen 5 Jakten Shopping
6 Halmstad’s charming city centre offers you plenty to discover – from small boutique shops to major chain stores and a wide range of cafés, restaurants, pubs and nightclubs.
7 Flygstaden – shopping area with around 40 stores offering everything from groceries to new cars.
11 Halmstad Arena and sports centre boasts sports halls, ice rinks, a concert hall, an exhibition hall.
12 Örjans vall – the football stadium is the home ground for Halmstad BK and IS Halmia football clubs.
13 Galgberget’s scenic jogging trail has great panoramic views of Laholm bay.
14 Outdoor gym in Slottsparken – the brand new outdoor gym in Slottsparken park – installed as part of a research project at the University on ’the intelligent outdoor gym’. The timemonitor pole keeps track of how long you exercise at each station.
8 Hallarna shopping centre has 60 shops under one roof
15 Mjellby Art Museum – shows its permanent collection of
9 Stenalyckan shopping centre has some 30 shops ranging
16 City Library – discover the exciting architecture of the City
where you’ll find shoes, clothing, electronics, cosmetics, flowers, groceries and more.
from food and home furnishings to sporting goods and outdoor supplies.
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Spare time activities 10 Halmstad Arena Bad – indoor water park, swimming pools, gym, fitness centre and more.
the works of the Halmstad Group, as well as Swedish and international art with a modern and surrealist focus. Library, beautifully located on the banks of (and stretching out over) the Nissan River.
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Saltwater swimming and sand beaches Discover your favourite among Halmstad’s 22 beaches on our 40-kilometre stretch of coastline. Enjoy swimming, sea kayaking, windsurfing and fishing from Tönnersa in the south to Steninge in the north.
17 Tylösand is Sweden’s finest sand beach. It’s five
kilometres long and patrolled by lifeguards from Scandinavia’s only lifeguard academy. Outdoor concerts at Hotel Tylösand welcome approximately 2,000 people every day throughout July and August.
18 Brottet is a 50-metre long saltwater outdoor pool, boasts a beautiful waterfront location.
19 Östra stranden (the eastern seashore in Halmstad).
Getting to and from Halmstad 20 Halmstad City Airport – daily flights get you to and from Stockholm (Arlanda and Bromma). And an active flying club offers gliding, skydiving and small-plane flying.
21 Halmstad Central Station – frequent
trains and buses connect Halmstad to outlying areas in Halland, and get you directly to Gothenburg in 75 minutes, to Malmö and Copenhagen in less than 2 hours and to Stockholm in 4.5 hours. The train station is a 10-minute walk from the University.
This sand beach is located only a stone’s throw away from the University. Here you will also find one of the two wheelchairaccessible piers in the municipality.
Bicycle paths and walking trails Very few hills and plenty of bike paths make Halmstad a great biking city. Prince Bertil’s trail starts at HalmstadCastle and follows the coast via Tylösand to Möllegård nature reserve.
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Enjoy the good city life Are you someone who only eats vegetarian and organic food? Or perhaps sushi is your thing? Is music and theatre your greatest passion in life? Whateveryour interests or style, Halmstad has much to offer. You can find almost everything here.
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SOCIALISE Students gather at the many local cafés, pubs and nightclubs to connect and listen to live music and great DJs. And summertime means trendy nightclubs and outdoor concerts at Tylösand.
Halmstad is a charming little city with plenty for you to discover in your free time. The main square (Stora Torg) is the heart of the city centre, with year-round market stands and restaurants that expand with outdoor patios during the summer.
HUNGRY? Halmstad’s dining scene offers you a wide range of cafés and restaurants including gourmet, organic, veggie and ethnic, to satisfy your hunger and your wallet.
SHOP Halmstad is full of small, exclusive fashion and lifestyle shops and great second hand shopping, in addition to all the major high street chains.
NORRE PORT The North Gate is one of Sweden’s few preserved city gates, and one of many reminders of Halmstad’s history that you’ll discover on a walk through the city centre.
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SETTING THE TONE
NISSAN RIVER The Nissan River flows calmly through Halmstad, enhancing the nautical atmosphere. Enjoy the sunshine in the green parks, on restaurant patios or on the City Library’s inviting sundeck.
Sweden is the world’s biggest exporter of pop music in relation to GDP. ABBA, Swedish House Mafia, Robyn and Avicii – there always seems to be at least one Swedish act at the top. Many years ago, Gyllene Tider and Roxette put Halmstad on the musical map of the world. Now artists such as Linnea Henriksson, Basshunter, Linnea Olsson and Mariette Hansson are about to do the same thing.
TAKE THE BIKE With over 200 kilometers of bicycle paths around the entire municipality, Halmstad is one of the most bicycle-friendly cities in Sweden. It’s an easy decision choosing to ride your bike, whether you are going some where within the city centre or beyond.
ENJOY THE OUTDOORS With plenty of seaside and riverside parks and trails, as well as a beech forest and panoramic viewpoints on Galgberget hill, Halmstad offers you plenty of green spaces for walking, biking, picnicking and relaxing.
MUSIC, THEATRE, FILM, POETRY AND ART Halmstad offers a flourishing cultural scene. You will find active cultural societies depending on your interests, and the city’s galleries, museums and libraries make sure that there is always something going on. At the city’s nighttime venues you can enjoy live music, stand-up comedy, poetry slams and other entertainment.
WHAT’S UP? At destinationhalmstad.se/english you can find out what is going on around town, be it sports, music, theatre, exhibitions or fairs.
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Above all, you need a roof over your head! Once you are admitted to the University, one of the first things you will need to address is finding somewhere to live. Students not having a place to stay at the start of the semester is a well-known problem in many university cities in Sweden. But as long as you give yourself plenty of time, you should be able to find accommodation. Halmstad offers many different housing options for students, including both single-occupancy and shared apartments. Most options are conveniently located in relation to the campus and city centre. The Halmstad Student Union offers accommodation for about 300 students, and the housing company Willhem has about 250 student apartments.
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Social and Behavioral Sciences
Computer Science and Engineering and Electrical Engineering
30 ECTS Credits Course Package
30 ECTS Credits Course Package
Media, Communication and Lifestyle
Network Security and Advanced Internetworking
Media in all different forms have become intertwined in lifestyles in larger parts of the world. The concept of digitalisation is one of the major challenges for modern societies. If you have an interest in studying media’s role in today’s society with a special focus on lifestyle and welfare aspects, this is the course for you!
This is a unique one semester course on Network Security and Advanced Internetworking. The education provides knowledge corresponding to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Security and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP). This 30 ECTS Credits education provides theoretical and practical knowledge prior to professional activity as a network technician. The education is occupationally oriented and can be taken as an independent course or supplementary to another education. This course consists of Network Security and Advanced Network Technology. A major part of the education is carried out as laboratory work. The course has several well-equipped laboratory rooms at its disposal. Network Security and Advanced Internetworking 30 credits, is offered in collaboration with the Cisco Networking Academy. University staff involved in teaching are certified instructors. The course material is continuously updated with new technology and in addition to the theory, large parts of the courses are laboratory. The University has laboratory rooms with modern and advanced network equipment.
The course package includes four courses with special focus on areas like lifestyles, risk and uncertainty communication and urban media life from both theoretical and practical perspectives.
Content Mediated Lifestyle 7.5 credits, Media, Risk and Uncertainty, 7.5 credits, Media and the Urban Village 7.5 credits, and Project Work 7.5 credits.
Entry requirements Basic eligibility for university studies. English 6.*
Content Advanced Routing 7.5 credits (based on CCNP Route), Network Security 7.5 credits (based on CCNA Security) and Converged Optimized Networks 15 credits (based on CCNP Switch och CCNP TSHOOT).
Entry requirements Computer Networks I 7.5 credits and Computer Networks II 7.5 credits, or Computer Networks 15 credits, or Cisco CCNA certification. English 6. *
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Informatics
Master’s Programme – 120 ECTS Credits
Non-Degree Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Digital Service Innovation (two years)
Network Design and Computer Management
Digital technology advancement changes how businesses operate and fundamentally impacts the workforce. The Master’s Programme in Digital Service Innovation will help you enhance your digital acumen, employability and understanding of sustainable business in the digital era. Business leaders, managers, public officials and politicians recognise more than ever that digital service innovation is critical to address business and societal challenges. Employers seek applicants with digital innovation expertise. That is why our Master’s programme in Digital Service Innovation is designed to equip you with knowledge of how to identify and design innovative digital services and contribute to sustainable solutions. The programme prepares you working with key roles in digital service innovation and for manage business and social transformation brought with it. The learning approach involves interaction with research practice, industry and public sector to address future challenges through digital service innovation. The approach to digital service innovation draws on practical approaches and academic literature in information systems, service science, and innovation sciences.
Are you interested in developing the next generation of computer networks? This education provides solid knowledge in practical computer and network technology. This academic package provides theoretical and practical knowledge prior to professional activity as a network administrator or an operations technician. The education is occupationally oriented and can be taken as an independent course or supplementary to another education. A major part of the education is carried out as laboratory work. Halmstad University is a Cisco Academy in the global network Cisco Networking Academy, where networking technology company Cisco Systems offers training in Network Technology in cooperation with colleges and universities. Halmstad University is an Academy Support Center (ASC) and Instructor Training Centre (ITC), which means that we provide support and instructor training for other Cisco Academies, in addition to training to students. The education provides knowledge corresponding to Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP).
Content Year 1 Services in Digital Society 15 credits, Academic Communication 7,5 credits, Emergent Themes in Digital Service Innovation Research 7,5 credits, Design Research Methods 15 credits and Research Placement 15 credits. Year 2 Design Studio Digital Service Innovation 15 credits, Intelligent Services 7.5 credits, Ethics and Sustainability in Digital Service Innovation 7.5 credits and Master Thesis Project in Informatics 30 credits.
Degree Degree of Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Informatics.
Entry requirements Bachelor’s degree (180 ECTS) including an independent academic thesis equivalent to 15 ECTS in Informatics, Information Systems, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Service Science, Innovation Science, Business Administration or equivalent. English 6. *
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Computer Science and Engineering and Electrical Engineering
Content Computer Networks 15 credits (based on CCNA Routing and Switching), Advanced Routing 7.5 credits (based on CCNP Route), Computer Systems Administration 7.5 credits, Linux Administration 7.5 credits, Network Security 7.5 credits (based on CCNA Security) and Converged Optimized Networks, 15 credits (based on CCNP Switch och CCNP TSHOOT). Subject to changes.
Degree Students will receive a certificate containing 60 credits.
Entry requirements Basic eligibility for university studies. Mathematics B. English 6. *
Computer Science and Engineering and Electrical Engineering
Master’s Programme – 120 ECTS Credits
Computer Science and Engineering and Electrical Engineering
Master’s Programme – 120 ECTS Credits
Information Technology (two years) Embedded and Intelligent Systems (two years) In this programme you can further develop your knowledge and ability in Information Technology with a particular focus on machine learning and data science. You also gain experience in project work for research and service development, and of acting in an international environment. Typical topics for the courses of the programme are artificial intelligence, big data parallel programming, data mining and digital service innovation. These topics are all relevant for many future societal challenges such as applications in autonomous vehicles and health care. The main goal of this programme is to develop both theoretical and practical competence for research, development and implementation in Computer Science and Engineering. The basis of the programme is a data science oriented perspective on Information Technology with close collaboration with the industry. A part of the programme is studied in connection to the Master’s programme in Informatics, where students from both programmes get experience of cross-disciplinary collaboration to develop technical solutions and identify both societal needs and new potential services.
Content Year 1 Algorithms, Data Structures and Problem Solving 7.5 credits, Perspectives on Data Science 7.5 credits, Artificial Intelligence 7.5 credits, Engineering Mathematics 7.5 credits, Learning Systems 7.5 credits, Edge Computing 7.5 credits, Big Data Parallell Programming 7.5 credits and Image Analysis 7.5 credits. Year 2 Data Mining 7.5 credits, Digital Service Innovation 7.5 credits, Deep Learning 7.5 credits, Thesis 7.5/30 credits, Elective course 7.5 credits (see below), Thesis 22.5/30 credits. Elective courses in year 2 Computer Vision in 3D 7.5 credits, Intelligent Vehicles 7.5 credits or other relevant course offered by Halmstad University.
Degree Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Computer Science and Engineering.
Entry requirements Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering subject or in Computer Science. Courses in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering of at least 90 ECTS credits, including thesis. Courses in Mathematics of at least 30 ECTS credits or courses including calculus, linear algebra and transform methods. English 6. *
This is an education for students wanting technical specialist competence, research experience and better career opportunities after their education. The programme requires a previous education in the Electrical, Computer or Mechatronical Engineering fields or in the Information and Communication technology fields. During the studies, you will be in direct connection with the University’s research since the teaching is carried out by active researchers. Many of the courses are project-based and give the opportunity to study international research. The thesis work is done in the third and fourth semesters. Most students then cooperate with one of our research groups, in many cases with industrial connection. As a student you specialise either on Embedded Systems or Intelligent Systems.
Content Compulsory courses Engineering Mathematics 7.5 credits, Artificial Intelligence 7.5 credits, Cyber-Physical Systems 7.5 credits, Real-time Embedded Systems 7.5 credits, Design of Embedded and Intelligent Systems 15 credits, and Thesis 30 credits. Eligible specialization packages: Embedded Systems Networks for Embedded Systems 7.5 credits, Embedded Parallel Computing 7.5 credits, Distributed Algorithms 7.5 credits and System-on-Chip Design 7.5 credits. Intelligent Systems Learning Systems 7.5 credits, Intelligent Vehicles 7.5 credits, Robotics 7.5 credits, Image Analysis 7.5 credits, Remaining eligible courses, Algorithms, Data Structures and Problem Solving 7.5 credits, Computer Vision in 3D 7.5 credits, Optical Communication 7.5 credits, Stochastic Processes 7.5 credits, Data Mining 7.5 credits, and Dependable and Realtime Networking 7.5 credits.
Degree Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Computer Science and Engineering, with the specialisation Embedded and Intelligent Systems.
Entry requirements Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering subject or in Computer Science. Courses in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Electrical Engineering of at least 90 ECTS credits, including thesis. Courses in Mathematics of at least 30 ECTS credits or courses including calculus, linear algebra and transform methods. English 6. *
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Computer Science and Engineering and Electrical Engineering
Engineering and Technology
Master’s Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Master’s Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Electronics Design (one year)
Mechanical Engineering (one year)
In this one-year programme you can further develop your competence in Electronics and create opportunities for a career in Advanced Electronics development. The programme offers a solid background in semicon ductor technology, component and circuit design. In the programme you specialise in design and realisation of novel electronic components and sensors, based on nanotechnology and wireless techniques, for future embedded electronics and communication systems. The thesis work is performed in cooperation with research groups at the University, or with industry. The research group in nanoscience is a partner of an internationally leading Swedish nanoscience research consortium, within which it is possible to perform for example advanced thesis work in a cleanroom environment.
If you are interested in developing skills in Mechanical Engineering, this programme has the necessary courses. After completing this programme you will be able to work with other professionals within the broad area of Mechanical Engineering, for example in innovative design and development of products and efficient production. The objective of this programme is to provide students and professionals with both theoretical and practical insights in Mechanical Engineering, including research and development work. This programme is focused on innovative product and production development and involves topics such as lightweight design and methods, techniques and models to improve the production and also different models for product design and development. In the programme, we utilise powerful modern tools for modelling, simulation, web collaboration etc. Case studies and methods are used in many courses. Contact and collaboration with industry are essential parts of the programme.
Content Semiconductor Devices 7.5 credits, Applied Electromagnetics for Electronics and Photonics 7.5 credits, Optoelectronics and Photonics 7.5 credits, High-Frequency Electronics for Embedded Systems 7.5 credits, Nanoelectronics 7.5 credits, Wireless Embedded Systems: Design and Communication 7.5 credits, and Thesis 15 credits.
Degree Master of Science (60 credits) with a major in Electronics.
Entry requirements Bachelor of Science degree (or equivalent) in an Engineering subject. Courses in Electrical Engineering of at least 90 ECTS credits, including thesis. Courses in Mathematics of at least 30 ECTS credits or courses including calculus, lnear algebra and iransform methods. English 6. *
Content Product and Production Development 15 credits, Production Development Towards Total Quality 7.5 credits, Advanced Materials 7.5 credits, Lightweight Design 7.5 credits, Process and Production Improvement 7.5 credits, and Thesis, 15 credits. Key content in thesis: Students can choose from a range of topics that interest them within the Master’s programme e.g. design and development of a machine, development (implementation) of a method, techniques within a production facility, implementation of a method, technique or model etc.
Degree Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering (60 credits).
Entry requirements Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits. English 6. *
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Engineering and Technology
Engineering and Technology
Master’s Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Master’s Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Network Forensics (one year)
Renewable Energy Systems (one year)
This one year Master’s Programme with its unique multidisciplinary content reflects the need for specialists within IT security and digital forensics in our digitilised society. The growing use of the Internet and digital communication systems, especially in the shape of the Internet of things, leads to an increasing demand for competence in network forensics. The programme’s multidisciplinary connection to both technology and social sciences builds a theoretical and practical competence for work within IT forensic network analysis and offers deeper knowledge within data mining, cyber security and investigation of IT related crime. The programme is a further education for those of you with a Bachelor’s degree in IT Forensics and Information Security, or the equivalent.
Today it is a major challenge to develop our energy systems into sustainable systems with renewable energy sources. Project work and study visits to industry are included. The courses include (parts of ) advanced modern methods, such as computer-based simulation methods suitable for working with the development and use of new technologies for renewable energy, but also as a start for further graduate studies in the energy sector. Energy is by nature a cross disciplinary scientific field and there are links to our University’s other educational and research fields such as environmental engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Business. The programme prepares students for interesting advanced work, such as design and construction in energy companies and public administration. It also gives an introduction to further studies and research.
Content
Content
Advanced Computer Networks and Security 15 credits, Applied Data Mining 7.5 credits, Network Forensics and Cybercrime 15 credits, and Degree Project in Digital Forensics 15 credits.
Calculation of Electromagnetic Fields (compulsory) 7.5 credits, Electrical Distribution Systems (compulsory) 7.5 credits, Renewable Energy (compulsory) 7.5 credits, Exergy (compulsory) 7.5 credits, Advanced Course in District Heating (compulsory) 7.5 credits, Scientific Methods in Natural Sciences (compulsory) 7.5 credits, Master Thesis (compulsory) 15 credits.
Students with a BSc in IT Forensics and Information Security are to study: Experimental and Scientific Methods 7.5 credits Students without a BSc in IT Forensics and Information Security are to study: Introduction to Digital Forensics 7.5 credits.
Degree
Degree
Entry requirements
Master of Science (60 credits) with a major in Digital Forensics.
Master of Science (60 credits) with a major in Energy Engineering.
Bachelor’s degree in Energy or equivalent. English 6. *
Entry requirements Bachelor of Science degree (equivalent of 180 Swedish credit points / ECTS credits at an accredited university) in an engineering subject or in computer science. Courses in computer technology, digital communication, computer networks, computer science or digital forensics of at least 90 higher education credits, of which 15 credits must be in Computer networks and 7.5 credits in Programming. Courses in mathematics of at least 15 higher education credits. English 6. *
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Engineering and Technology
Master’s Programme – 120 ECTS Credits
Master’s Programme – 120 ECTS Credits
Industrial Management and Innovation (two years)
Strategic Entrepreneurship for International Growth (two years)
The programme is based on technical know-how; the education is supplemented with theories and models on how to plan, develop, implement and manage technical innovations linked to strategic and operational targets of an organisation. The student will also learn to understand the importance of research and technological development at a societal level. The programme has a close collaboration with Shanghai International Studies University (SISU), which means that students of the programme can replace one 7.5 credit course in Halmstad with a course at SISU. The programme has two elective 7.5 credit courses in the second year that can be studied in China. The programme courses are incorporated with Fab Lab, where students can work in collaboration with businesses.
This two-year programme specialises in how to identify, create and exploit opportunities for international growth and development using entrepreneurial strategies. This programme is mainly focused on research aspects proving an opportunity to enhance the knowledge in marketing and leadership for international growth. The programme provides you with cutting-edge theory and research in areas such as marketing, strategy, and entre preneurship and innovation management, embedded in interactive and action-oriented teaching pedagogies. During the first year you specialise in either international marketing or strategic leadership. The aim of the programme is to provide students with research knowledge and skills required for leading and managing entrepreneurial organisations in today’s highly competitive and increasingly international markets and environments. The students can choose one of the two specialisationsmarketing and leadership during their study.
Content Year 1 Strategic Planning 7.5 credits, Industrial Transformation and Technical Change 7.5 credits, Management of Technology 7.5 credits, Product Development and Innovation Management 7.5 credits, Management of Innovation Projects 7.5 credits, Research Design and Methods 7.5 credits, Visualizing and Prototyping 7.5 credits, and Business Model Innovation 7.5 credits. Year 2 Concurrent Product and Business Development 7.5 credits, Industrial Marketing 7.5 credits, Thesis in Industrial Management 30 credits, elective courses year 2, Innovation Finance 7.5 credits, Concurrent Product and Business Development II 7.5 credits, Technology Management and Innovation in China 7.5 credits, and Doing Business in China 7.5 credits.
Degree Master of Science (120 credits) with a major in Industrial Management.
Entry requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university, and Industrial Organisation 15 credits in first cycle. English 6. *
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Business and Economics
International Marketing If you choose International Marketing you study and train your ability to analyse opportunities and constraints in international markets. This requires knowledge of both firminternal strategic conditions as well as cultural contingencies as a basis for acting competently and professionally in future international contacts. Strategic Leadership If you choose Strategic Leadership you will put yourself in the shoes of top management and train your ability to make, implement and evaluate strategic decisions. You will gain knowledge of strategic processes and how internal and external resources and contingencies provide conditions for organisational growth and development. Content Year 1 Strategic Entrepreneurship (A) 7.5 credits, International Growth and Business Development (A) 7.5 credits, Research, Design and Methods (A) 7.5 credits, Management of Innovation Projects (A) 7.5 credits, International Marketing Communication (A) 7.5 credits, and Strategic Renewal and Change (A) 7.5 credits.
Elective courses in year 1 Strategic Management (A) 7.5 credits, Leadership Development (A) 7.5 credits, International Marketing Strategies (A) 7.5 credits and Frontiers of Research in International Marketing (A) 7.5 credits. Year 2 Frontiers of Research in International Entrepreneurship and Growth (A) 7.5 credits, Industrial Marketing (A) 7.5 credits*, and Independent Project in Business Administration (A) 30 credits. Elective courses in year 2 Classics in Strategic Entrepreneurship for International Growth (A) 7.5 credits, Advanced Methods and Publishing in Business Administration (A) 7.5 credits, Doing Business in China (A) 7.5 credits, and Technology and Innovation Management in China (A) 7.5 credits.
Degree Master of Science in Business and Economics (120 credits) with a major in Business Administration. Master of Science in Business and Economics (60 credits) with a major in Business Administration.
Entry requirements Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or the equivalent of 180 ECTS credits at an accredited university. English 6. *
Environment, Natural Science and Mathematics
Master’s Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Exercise Biomedicine – Human Performance (one year) Are you interested in furthering your knowledge in the limitations of the human body and possible ways to improve exercise performance? This might be a programme for you! During the studies you will investigate the fundamental role of physical activity and exercise in health and disease, from a natural science perspective. You will learn about the human body’s ability to perform under different circumstances – it can be a sedentary person improving quality of life through physical activity, or an elite athlete trying to improve the world record. After completion of the programme, students should have acquired extensive knowledge and understanding of physiological factors determining human performance, and acquired skills in methods and techniques for assessing, analysing and evaluating human performance from both a human health and an elite athlete perspective.
Content First semester Scientific Methods Oriented Towards Natural Sciences 7.5 credits, Human Performance – Limitations and Improving I 7.5 credits, Assessing Human Performance, 7.5 credits Human Performance – Limitations and Improving II 7.5 credits, or Exercise Physiology, 7.5 credits, depending on your educational background (Exercise Science or Biomedicine) Second semester Thesis/Degree Project 30 credits, Thesis/Degree Project 15 credits, and Exercise-Related Professional Placement 15 credits
Degree Master of Science (60 credits) with a major in Biomedicine.
Entry requirements Bachelor of Science in the field of Exercise Biomedicine or Exercise Science with a minimum of 90 credits in related Natural Science subjects including at least 7.5 credits in Biochemistry, 7.5 credits Cell Biology, 7.5 credits in Human Physiology and 7.5 credits in Exercise Physiology. English 6. *
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Environment, Natural Science and Mathematics
Master’s Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Master’s Programme – 60 ECTS Credits
Applied Environmental Science (one year)
Nordic Welfare (one year)
Do you want to raise your skills and abilities and prepare to work on solutions for the challenging environmental issues of today and thereby participate in the process of making a better future for both humans and the environment? This programme focuses on sustainable management of natural resources, with special emphasis on conservation, water management and environmental health assessment. You will address future environmental challenges from different perspectives, where ecological and environmental knowledge and green innovations are the tools towards a sustainable future. A central issue is how scientific results can be applied to solve environmental problems by forming management procedures combatting the adverse effects of human disturbances such as climate change, chemical pollution and eutrophication. Thus, scientific knowledge and applications will lead to a better environment in the future, locally and globally.
This is a Master’s Programme for anyone who is interested in issues about health, lifestyle and welfare in the Nordic societies. The one-year programme prepares you for both research and work in an international context. Based on the Nordic model, you will study issues relating to health, lifestyle and well-being, cultural diversity, social security, civil society and the welfare society’s new challenges. The Master’s Programme in Nordic Welfare is interdisciplinary. You are studying with students from all parts of the world. The programme is taught in English.
Contents Ecology and Water: Applications and Innovations 7.5 credits, Scientific Methods oriented towards Natural Sciences 7.5 credits, Environment and Health: Risk Assessment and Management 7.5 credits, Research Methods in Ecology and Environmental Science 7.5 credits, Environmental Challenges and Green Innovation 7.5 credits, Sustainable Water Resources Management 7.5 credits and Master’s Thesis within Environmental Science 15 credits. During the year you will gain insight in environmental management projects with examples from all over the world. Courses include both theoretical and practical tasks and many subjects are thoroughly discussed during series of seminars including ongoing research projects lead by senior scientists within Environmental Science. You are expected to devote a large part of your time to working on case studies, individually or in small groups. Your thesis may be performed within a research project or can consist of an extensive literature study analysing in depth a subject or answering a question related to an environmental issue, e.g. in your home country.
Degree Master of Science (60 credits) with a major in Environmental Science.
Entry requirements
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Social and Behavioral Sciences
Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Health, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, Biology with orientation towards nature conservation, Natural Sciences with orientation towards environmental issues, or the equivalent.
Content Welfare Models in the Nordic Region 7.5 credits, Health, Lifestyle and Welfare in a Nordic Perspective 7.5 credits, New Challenges in the Welfare Society 7.5 credits, Innovations at Work in the Welfare Society 7.5 credits, Cross-Cultural Perspectives in Research and Evaluation Work 7.5 credits, Theory of Science and Research Methods 7.5 credits, and Thesis 15 credits.
Degree Master of Social Science (60 credits) with a major in Health and Lifestyle.
Entry requirements Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. English 6. *
English language requirements * English 6 Applicants must have written and verbal command of the English language equivalent to English course 6 (Swedish Upper-Secondary School). This can be proved by grades from English education or by such tests as: IELTS: score (Academic) of 6.5 or more (with none of the sections scoring less than 5.5). TOEFL paper based: score of 4.5 in written test and a total score of 575. TOEFL internet-based: score of 20 in written test and a total score of 90.
Apply at www.universityadmissions.se
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