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Forest and Environmental Sciences and Technologies
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Agriculture
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Degree code
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LM73 – Forest and environmental sciences and technologies
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Language
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Italian |
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Admission
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Free – the adequacy of students’ knowledge will be tested
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Venue
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Ancona |
| Lectures | On site |
Features and aims of the course
Graduates in Forest and Environmental Sciences and Technologies will be equipped to tackle emerging environmental challenges through a multidisciplinary approach. Their expertise will support decision-making and planning processes that balance conservation with the sustainable management of ecosystems. They will also contribute to enhancing both tangible and intangible resources in diverse landscapes, including natural, semi-natural, mountain, rural, and urban environments. This high level of competence is further strengthened by training in advanced digital and information systems, such as GIS, remote sensing, and environmental data analysis.
The main disciplinary areas of the program are:
- Forestry and Environmental Sciences
- Forest Engineering and Planning
- Economic and Legal Disciplines
- Land Protection and Management
- Production of Wood Products and Natural Resources
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
The courses offered in the Forestry and Environmental Sciences and Technologies program cover the following areas:
- Forestry, Ecology, and Environmental Sciences
- Forest Engineering, Representation, and Planning
- Land Management for Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
- Land Protection and Management
- Economics and Policies
- Wood and Natural Resource Production and Processing
YOUR FUTURE CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The degree allows graduates to work in:
- National and international organizations and agencies in the forestry, environmental, and certification sectors for forestry and environmental products and processes
- Companies and associations in the wood and biomass industry for energy and industrial use, as well as the enhancement of forest and rural natural resources
- Agro-forestry-pastoral and nursery enterprises, as well as in the design, implementation, and maintenance of green areas, soil conservation, and water resource management
- Laboratories, professional studios, service companies, and consulting firms in the sector
STRENGTHS OF THE COURSE
- High faculty-to-student ratio: Ensures an inclusive and supportive learning environment
- Multidisciplinarity: The program integrates various disciplines, providing students with a comprehensive and versatile perspective on the sector
- Internationalization: Several exchange programs and collaborations with international universities and institutions are available
- Practical skills: Through internships, laboratory activities, field projects, and educational trips
- Professional network: Faculty members have strong connections with professionals and researchers, offering a well-established network at regional, national, and international levels
CONTACTS
Course Coordinator:
Prof. Giuseppe Toscano
g.toscano@staff.univpm.it
Ufficio Orientamento e Tutorato
Tel: +39 071 2203037 – 3038
orientamento@univpm.it
The course in numbers
67%
is the employability rate in the 1st year after graduation
77%
of Graduate students are satisfied with their study choice
90%
of students are satisfied with professors’ clarity
96%
