Life Cycle Analysis (LCA)
7.5 creditsThis course is aimed at (i) increasing the understanding of the environmental impacts of a product/service throughout the value chain (ii) importance of life cycle thinking in business as well as in public sector and authorities and, (iii) deepening the knowledge of life cycle analysis. The student will be trained to undertake LCA for different products and service systems considering natural resource use and environmental impacts along the entire life cycle chain, from raw material extraction to end of life management.
Växjö – the student city with a vibrant campus
Just south of Växjö city centre lies Campus Växjö. Many students choose to live on campus.
Here you have friends, restaurants, lecture halls, gyms, a supermarket, the university library, outdoor recreation areas, and student pubs – all within a five-minute walk. You can also live in other parts of Växjö and easily reach the university by bike or bus.
With nearly 100 000 inhabitants, Växjö is one of Sweden’s fastest-growing cities. It has a strong Småland entrepreneurial spirit and a diverse business sector – perfect when you’re looking for a placement, an internship, or a job.
Växjö is also a scenic city, where you’re always close to forests and lakes, and it offers plenty of events and experiences, ranging from music and food to sports.
Build your own degree
Did you know that you can combine single-subject courses to build your own degree? In this way, you can design your own degree based on your interests and the career you are aiming for. This does not apply to all courses so make sure to check with a study counsellor at the faculty. Learn more about how you can build your own degree and become unique on the labour market.