{"id":1450,"date":"2026-09-01T16:07:44","date_gmt":"2026-09-01T16:07:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/?page_id=1450"},"modified":"2026-09-01T16:11:48","modified_gmt":"2026-09-01T16:11:48","slug":"gdbrf_description","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/admission\/masters-degree-programmes\/gdbrf_description\/","title":{"rendered":"GDBRF_description"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3><span style=\"color: #008080;\">Master\u2019s Degree Programme \u2013 <strong>SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF BIODIVERSITY AND FOREST RESOURCES (GDBRF)<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>&nbsp;<\/th>\n<th>&nbsp;<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Fundamental Field<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Engineering Sciences<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Master\u2019s Field of Study<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Forestry<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Faculty<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Forestry and Cadastre<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Duration of Studies<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>2 years, 4 semesters<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Mode of Study<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>Full-time<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Total Number of Credits<\/strong><\/td>\n<td><strong>120<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>MISSION OF THE STUDY PROGRAMME<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>The mission of the Master\u2019s Degree Programme in <strong>Sustainable Management of Biodiversity and Forest Resources<\/strong> is to provide advanced training for specialists with high-level competencies in biodiversity conservation, sustainable management of forest ecosystems, and the responsible utilisation of natural resources through the application of modern concepts, methods, and technologies specific to the field of forestry.<\/p>\n<p>Through its academic, applied, and research components, the programme prepares graduates to assess and monitor forest biodiversity, develop and implement sustainable forest management plans, analyse the impact of environmental factors on ecosystems, and provide a scientific basis for strategies aimed at the conservation and sustainable use of forest resources.<\/p>\n<p>The programme contributes to the training of specialists capable of pursuing careers in public institutions, environmental organisations, forest administration bodies, consultancy and research companies, as well as in other fields related to environmental protection and sustainable development, in accordance with labour market requirements, European biodiversity policies, and national and international standards in forestry and nature conservation.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>OBJECTIVES OF THE STUDY PROGRAMME<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>General Objective<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The general objective of the Master\u2019s Degree Programme in <strong>Sustainable Management of Biodiversity and Forest Resources<\/strong> is to provide an advanced qualification in the field of Forestry by developing the advanced professional competencies required for the management, conservation, monitoring, and sustainable utilisation of biodiversity and forest resources.<\/p>\n<p>These competencies are oriented towards complex activities involving the analysis and assessment of forest ecosystems, sustainable forest planning and management, the inventory and monitoring of natural resources, as well as the provision of a scientific basis for decision-making processes specific to the forestry and environmental sectors.<\/p>\n<p>The curriculum is designed to ensure a balanced integration of theoretical components with applied, training, and research activities, in accordance with current labour market requirements, which are characterised by the need for a transition towards a green economy and the sustainable management of natural resources.<\/p>\n<p>The programme places particular emphasis on strengthening specialised training in Forestry and on developing the practical, analytical, and interdisciplinary competencies required for rapid and effective professional integration adapted to current requirements in the fields of forestry, environmental protection, and biodiversity conservation.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Specific Objectives<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li>To develop advanced competencies in the assessment, conservation, and sustainable management of forest biodiversity in relation to the ecological, economic, and social functions of forest ecosystems.<\/li>\n<li>To develop the capacity to use modern methods of forest inventory, monitoring, and forest condition assessment, including through the integration of digital technologies and information systems specific to the forestry sector.<\/li>\n<li>To train specialists capable of developing, implementing, and providing a scientific basis for sustainable forest management plans adapted to the requirements of the market economy and the principles of sustainable development.<\/li>\n<li>To develop competencies in analysing the impact of biotic and abiotic factors (climate, phytopathogens, insects, fires, pollution, and genetic factors) on the structure, dynamics, and productivity of forest ecosystems.<\/li>\n<li>To develop skills in interpreting and using forest inventory data to project the development of forest resources at tree, stand, and ecosystem levels.<\/li>\n<li>To develop the capacity to support decision-making regarding the harvesting, regeneration, and sustainable utilisation of timber and non-timber forest resources.<\/li>\n<li>To strengthen competencies in integrating economic, social, and environmental aspects into forest resource management with a view to optimising the sustainable use of forests.<\/li>\n<li>To develop the capacity to apply and interpret forestry and environmental legislation, as well as the technical and contractual regulations specific to the forestry sector.<\/li>\n<li>To develop competencies in preparing studies, strategies, and technical documentation in the fields of forestry and biodiversity conservation using modern analysis and modelling tools.<\/li>\n<li>To prepare graduates for rapid integration into the labour market in forestry and environmental institutions, research organisations, public administration, and the private sector, as well as for the continuation of their studies at doctoral level.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>LEARNING OUTCOMES<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>NQF Level: 7 \/ CPS: 9<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>KNOWLEDGE<\/strong><\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>SKILLS<\/strong><\/span><\/th>\n<th><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>RESPONSIBILITY AND AUTONOMY<\/strong><\/span><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate possesses advanced knowledge of forest biodiversity assessment, forest genetic resource management, and the analysis of organism diversity within forest ecosystems.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies modern methods of inventory, genetic analysis, and biodiversity assessment.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate designs and implements integrated strategies for biodiversity conservation and forest genetic resource management.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate understands the functioning mechanisms of forest ecosystems from the perspective of hydrological and erosion-control efficiency.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies advanced methods for assessing hydrological efficiency and preventing soil degradation.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate plans and implements hydrological and erosion-control management measures, assuming responsibility for their impacts.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate possesses advanced knowledge of the role of protected areas in biodiversity conservation.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies modern methods for biodiversity inventory and assessment in protected areas.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate designs and coordinates integrated biodiversity conservation and adaptive management programmes in protected areas.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate understands the principles of indicator species ecology.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate identifies and interprets the structure and dynamics of plant communities based on indicator species.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate develops programmes and implements ecological management measures based on ecosystem condition assessments carried out using the indicator species method.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate understands the role of fauna in the stability of forest ecosystems.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate has a thorough command of methodologies for investigating the structure and dynamics of forest fauna and is able to select and apply appropriate monitoring techniques for the effective assessment and sustainable conservation of these populations.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate develops strategies for the protection of forest fauna and implements adaptive management measures based on scientific assessments of the status of populations and their habitats.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate understands modern technologies for the regeneration, harvesting, and utilisation of forest resources.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies eco-efficient technologies in forest harvesting and uses modern systems for the investigation and management of forest biomass. These competencies include: implementing eco-efficient technologies in forest harvesting activities; using advanced systems for monitoring and assessing forest biomass; applying modern techniques in the sustainable management of forest resources; and integrating innovative technologies into sustainable forestry.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate coordinates sustainable forest regeneration and harvesting programmes, integrates eco-efficient technologies into forestry activities, and manages advanced biomass investigation systems, ensuring the responsible utilisation of resources.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate possesses advanced knowledge of modern methods for monitoring and modelling forest ecosystems.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate identifies, assesses, and applies modelling techniques in the forest management planning process.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate designs innovative modelling solutions for forest management planning and the sustainable management of forest ecosystems.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate understands the framework of environmental policies and academic ethics in the field of forestry.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate analyses the impact of policies on biodiversity and forest resources using applied research tools.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate integrates the principles of ethics and environmental policy into forest management projects and plans, assuming social and professional responsibility.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate possesses advanced knowledge of the structure, functioning, and management of urban landscapes. This includes the ability to describe the constituent elements of urban forests, their organisation within the landscape, key ecosystem processes, and applicable management principles.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies ecological and management principles to the planning, design, and sustainable management of urban landscapes.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies ecological principles to the sustainable planning and design of urban landscapes.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate possesses the ability to design and conduct scientific research projects in forestry, basing investigations on proven scientific methodologies adapted to the field.<\/td>\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate possesses competencies in the statistical processing of experimental datasets specific to forestry research.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate has a thorough command of the interpretation of statistical results, transforming data into valuable information that supports the development and implementation of effective sustainable forest management measures.<\/td>\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate identifies and has a thorough command of fundamental concepts, principles, and methods of computer science applied to information systems in forestry.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies and works with fundamental concepts, principles, and methods of computer science within forestry information systems.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate conducts engineering analyses and translates them into graphical representations for sustainable forest management using forestry information systems.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate possesses advanced knowledge of the structure and dynamics of organism diversity within forest ecosystems, with specialised competencies in both the assessment of fungal diversity and the analysis of the structure and dynamics of entomofauna within forest biocoenoses.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate uses advanced inventory and analysis methodologies to investigate biological diversity, particularly fungal biodiversity, in the context of sustainable forest ecosystem management.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate coordinates forest biodiversity monitoring and conservation programmes, possessing specialised competencies in fungal ecology and entomofauna ecology.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate has a thorough command of the principles and applications of micropropagation as a modern technology for the regeneration and restoration of forest ecosystems.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate applies innovative micropropagation techniques for the sustainable regeneration of forest resources.<\/td>\n<td>The Master\u2019s student\/graduate manages and implements forest regeneration programmes based on advanced micropropagation technologies.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>PC1.<\/strong> Assesses the impact of timber harvesting on wild fauna and flora.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC2.<\/strong> Ensures forest conservation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC3.<\/strong> Applies forestry legislation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC4.<\/strong> Assesses damage.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC5.<\/strong> Provides advice on the remediation of contaminated sites.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC6.<\/strong> Conducts research prior to an investigation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC7.<\/strong> Monitors water quality.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC8.<\/strong> Prepares work reports.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC9.<\/strong> Performs analytical mathematical calculations.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC10.<\/strong> Interprets scientific data to assess water quality.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC11.<\/strong> Processes collected topographic data.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC12.<\/strong> Assesses the production potential of a natural site.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC13.<\/strong> Provides training on the regulation of recycling activities.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC14.<\/strong> Disseminates results within the scientific community.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC15.<\/strong> Conducts market research.<\/p>\n<p><strong>PC16.<\/strong> Applies the principles of scientific ethics and integrity in research activities.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>TRANSVERSAL COMPETENCIES<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>TC1.<\/strong> Adopts practices that promote biodiversity and animal welfare.<\/p>\n<p><strong>TC2.<\/strong> Adopts practices aimed at reducing pollution.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>OCCUPATIONS ACCESSIBLE UPON OBTAINING THE QUALIFICATION<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>Occupation<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>COR\/ESCO Code<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>Forestry Engineering Adviser<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>213219<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Specialist Inspector \u2013 Forestry Engineer<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>213221<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>Forestry Research Engineer<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>213252<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>STRUCTURE OF THE ACADEMIC YEAR<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>1. Number of semesters:<\/strong> 2<\/p>\n<p><strong>2. Number of credits per semester:<\/strong> 30<\/p>\n<p><strong>3. Number of hours of teaching activities per week<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th><strong>YEAR<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>SEMESTER I<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>SEMESTER II<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>Practical Training*<\/strong><\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>I<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">\u2013<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td>II<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">\u2013<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p>* Practical training is carried out in partnership with companies and specialised institutions, based on cooperation agreements.<\/p>\n<p><strong>4. Annual Activities Expressed in Weeks<\/strong><\/p>\n<table>\n<thead>\n<tr>\n<th>&nbsp;<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>Teaching Activities<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>Examination Sessions<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>Practical Training<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\"><strong>Holidays<\/strong><\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/th>\n<th align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td>&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Sem. I<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Sem. II<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Winter<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Summer<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Resits<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">&nbsp;<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Winter<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Between Semesters<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Easter<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\"><strong>Summer<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Year I<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">4<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">4<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">2<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">\u2013<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">3<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">1<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">1<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">4<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td><strong>Year II<\/strong><\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">4<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">3<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">1<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">14<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">3<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">1<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">1<\/td>\n<td align=\"right\">\u2013<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>CONDITIONS FOR ENROLMENT IN THE NEXT YEAR OF STUDY. REQUIREMENTS FOR PASSING AN ACADEMIC YEAR<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>According to <strong>RU 40 \u2013 Regulations on Students\u2019 Professional Activity<\/strong>, Article 7 \u2013 <em>Application of the Transferable Credit System<\/em>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>(29)<\/strong> <em>Progression to the next academic year is conditional upon obtaining a minimum of 31 credits. These 31 credits include the credits corresponding to the courses included in the study contract for the two semesters of the respective academic year. They also include credits obtained in advance and carried forward to the respective academic year.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><strong>(30)<\/strong> <em>The 31 credits do not include credits corresponding to optional courses, nor credits corresponding to courses for which the student has exercised the option to defer them to a subsequent semester, under the conditions laid down in these Regulations.<\/em><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #008080;\"><strong>FINAL DEGREE EXAMINATION<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p>According to <strong>RU 41 \u2013 Methodology for the Completion of Bachelor\u2019s and Master\u2019s Degree Studies<\/strong>, Chapter IV \u2013 <em>Organisation and Conduct of the Dissertation Examination for Master\u2019s Degree Programmes<\/em>, Article 10:<\/p>\n<p><strong>(4)<\/strong> <em>The dissertation examination consists of a single component, namely the presentation and defence of the Master\u2019s dissertation.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>According to <strong>RU 40 \u2013 Regulations on Students\u2019 Professional Activity<\/strong>, Article 7 \u2013 <em>Application of the Transferable Credit System<\/em>:<\/p>\n<p><strong>(18)<\/strong> <em>The credits awarded for the Master\u2019s degree completion examination (10 credits) are allocated in addition to the 120 credits corresponding to the duration of the Master\u2019s degree programme.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Master\u2019s Degree Programme \u2013 SUSTAINABLE MANAGEMENT OF BIODIVERSITY AND FOREST RESOURCES (GDBRF) &nbsp; &nbsp; Fundamental Field Engineering Sciences Master\u2019s Field of Study Forestry Faculty Forestry and Cadastre Duration of Studies 2 years, 4 semesters Mode of Study Full-time Total Number of Credits 120 MISSION OF THE STUDY PROGRAMME The mission of the Master\u2019s Degree Programme&#8230; <a class=\"view-article\" href=\"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/admission\/masters-degree-programmes\/gdbrf_description\/\">citeste mai mult<\/a>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"parent":110,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"page-programe.php","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0},"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1450"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1450"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1450\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1453,"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/1450\/revisions\/1453"}],"up":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/110"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fsc.usamvcluj.ro\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1450"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}