Dr. Tim Horstkotte

Associate Professor

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Biography

Tim Horstkotte works as an Associate Professor at Umeå University. His research interests revolve around social-ecological systems, particularly the interplay between people and nature, and the effects of land use change and climate change on sub-arctic boreal systems. His interdisciplinary work integrates ecological and ethnographic approaches to understand the consequences of environmental change, with a focus on reindeer husbandry and the management of boreal forests. Participatory research involving reindeer herders is a significant aspect of his work. Furthermore, he is involved in investigating the impacts of climate change on arctic-alpine vegetation, utilizing data collected from long-term monitoring efforts. He leads several research projects, including those focusing on the integration of indigenous and local knowledge to understand Arctic ecosystem change and the implications of exotic tree species on grazing lands for reindeer.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2018-09-01 — Present

Umeå University • Umeå, Sweden

Conducts research and teaches in the fields of ecology and environmental sciences.

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.