Dr. Stig Olof Holm

Associate Professor

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Biography

Stig-Olof Holm is an Associate Professor at Umeå University, focusing on ecological questions within a sustainable societal framework. He teaches courses such as Sustainable Forest Management, Wildlife Biology Management, Alpine Ecology, and Biodiversity in Ecosystems. His research includes participation in a European project comparing mixed tree species forests with monocultures, investigating different forest ecosystem services. His work emphasizes the effects of climate on forestry, contributing to the understanding of how various forest management practices can be adapted to changing environmental conditions. He has been actively involved in research since at least 2019, with notable publications related to climate impacts on forestry.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2016-08-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå

Teaching and research focusing on ecological issues and sustainable management practices.

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.