Dr. Jens Borum

Associate Professor

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Biography

Jens Borum is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Copenhagen, specializing in Freshwater Biology. He has a comprehensive research background in ecophysiology and ecology with a focus on aquatic plants, resource utilization, environmental requirements, and growth dynamics of submerged rooted macrophytes. Over his career, he has published more than 100 papers, with over 70 appearing in peer-reviewed international journals. Besides his research contributions, he has supervised over 25 MSc and five PhD students and actively participated in teaching General Ecology, Freshwater Ecology, Experimental Ecology, and Statistics Field Courses. Borum has served as an expert reviewer for leading journals in his field and contributed to academic councils within the Faculty of Science. His ongoing research interests include the impacts of climate change and nutrient dynamics in aquatic environments.

Research Interests

Experience

Emeritus Associate Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Served as the head of the Freshwater Biology section.

Associate Professor

— Present

University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Focused on research and teaching within freshwater biology.

Assistant Professor

— Present

Freshwater Biological Laboratory, University of Copenhagen • Copenhagen, Denmark

Engaged in various research projects.

Marine Biologist

— Present

Marine Pollution Laboratory, National Environmental Protection Agency • Denmark

Conducted marine biological assessments.

Assistant Biologist

— Present

Water Quality Institute ATV • Denmark

Assisted in water quality monitoring and analysis.

Requirements for University of Copenhagen

Master Program
Requirements
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Total
Required:83
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology Minimum 45 ECTS in core psychology areas Minimum 20 ECTS in methodology and statistics
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's diploma
  • Transcript of records
  • Course descriptions
  • Self-assessment form
  • Documentation of English proficiency
Specialization Notes

Focuses on clinical, social, and cognitive psychology.