Other/Related Variations
· Agroecology
· Conservation Law Enforcement
· Controlled Environment Agriculture
· Ecology Evolution & Natural Resources
· Environmental Management & Protection
· Environmental Management in Agriculture & Natural Resources
· Environmental Management Systems
· Environmental Resource Management
· Natural Resource Ecology & Management
· Natural Resources
· Range Science
· Rangeland Ecology & Management
· Rangeland Ecology & Watershed Management
· Rangeland Resources
· Systems Management
Degree Type/Duration
· Associate’s Degree (2 years)
· Bachelor’s Degree (4 years)
· Master’s Degree (Varies)
· Doctorate Degree (Varies)
Overview
This major is for students with an interest to address natural resource conservation and management problems in society. It provides a wide range of topics for students such as recreation resources, rangeland ecology, natural resource policy, watershed management, wildlife management, conservation biology, and more. Students often declare a minor, concentration, or option to narrow down their area of study.
Coursework may cover the following areas: Ecology, Mathematics, Ecosystem Management, Natural Resources and Environmental Management, Policy and Administration, Soil Science, Environmental Ethics, Botany, Chemistry, Biology, Economics, Dendrology, Geology, Watersheds, GIS
Concentrations/Options
· Environmental Management
· Natural Resources
Potential Career Paths
Additional Opportunities/Recommendations
· Additional certifications available
· Internship or work experience related to natural resources
· Wastewater Operator Certification