Dr. Johan Olofsson

Professor

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Biography

Johan Olofsson is a Professor at Umeå University, focusing on Arctic ecosystems and the interactions between climate, vegetation, and animal populations. He particularly examines the role of herbivores, such as lemmings and reindeer, in relation to climate change and their impact on vegetation composition and ecosystem functions. His research emphasizes a year-round perspective on how herbivores influence these ecosystems, employing tools such as enclosures to study herbivore effects, drones for vegetation analysis, and camera traps for monitoring. Johan's work is significant in circumpolar studies, highlighting the importance of herbivores in understanding ecosystem functions across different spatial and temporal scales. Based in Abisko, northern Sweden, he has contributed to field-based research for decades and serves as the vice dean for research in the Faculty of Technology and Science.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2020-01-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Leads research on Arctic ecosystems and evaluates the impact of herbivores on vegetation and ecosystem functions.

Requirements for Umeå University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:2.5
IELTS
Listening
Required:5.5
Reading
Required:5.5
Writing
Required:5.5
Speaking
Required:5.5
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Writing
Required:20
Total
Required:90
PTE
Overall
Required:62
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree (180 ECTS) in relevant field At least 90 ECTS in the main subject area
Application Checklist
  • Bachelor's degree certificate
  • Transcripts of records
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Letter of Motivation (certain programs)
  • CV (certain programs)
Specialization Notes

Requirements are standard for Master's programs across Social Sciences and Humanities at Umeå. English 6 proficiency is the general rule.