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The Arctic Geology department supervises bachelor-, master and PhD theses in geology and physical geography with a special focus on using Svalbard as a field laboratory. We do this in collaboration with all the Norwegian universities, but also with many universities around the world, so fitting to the different conditions of doing a thesis as regulated by your home university.
Dec 5, 2023 · A recent analysis of publication trends in Arctic research (Aksnes et al., 2023) confirms that the University Centre in Svalbard (UNIS) has established itself as a leading polar research institution after 30 years of engagement in the north. “We aim to contribute with quality and substance, and this report shows that we have reinforced our ...
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The University Centre in Svalbard Address: P.O. Box 156 N-9171 Longyearbyen Org. no. 985 204 454 Telephone: +47 79 02 33 00 (Opening hours: Monday – Friday 08:30-11:30, and 12:30-15:30) Email… Resources for education and teaching
Feb 29, 2024 · University Centre in Svalbard has published 295 scientific papers with 2,743 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Environmental Science, Geology, Engineering, Geography and Cartography, Oceanography, Physics, Biology, Ecology, Earth science and Geophysics, and Chemistry.
UNIS emphasizes the biological studies (taxonomy, diversity, ecology, physiology) of the fauna and flora of Svalbard related to the physical and chemical environment. Easy access to key habitats gives students and staff at UNIS a unique opportunity to identify and quantify environmental threats in addition to gaining basic knowledge of the Arctic.
Oct 29, 2021 · Applying to study in Svalbard. UNIS manages all applications to study in Svalbard via an online application system. The application deadline is 15 February for summer courses, 15 April for autumn courses, and 15 October for spring courses. Applications open 4-8 weeks prior to the deadline.
