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Conservation Science and Management Concentration

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Protecting Nature. Managing for the Future.

Conservation requires understanding both the ecosystems we seek to protect and the people who depend on them.

The Conservation Science and Management concentration prepares you to address threats to biodiversity through hands-on learning in habitat management, conservation planning and environmental policy. You’ll explore science-based approaches to protecting ecosystems while learning how collaboration and sustainable resource management can create lasting conservation solutions.

What You’ll Take Away

  1. The scientific knowledge and technical skills to understand biodiversity, evaluate threats to ecosystems and develop strategies that protect species and habitats.
  2. Hands-on experience applying habitat management, conservation planning and sustainable resource management practices to real-world environmental challenges.
  3. A strong professional foundation for careers in conservation science, wildlife and habitat management, parks, environmental consulting and natural resource agencies.

 

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Explore the courses that will build your expertise in conservation science, habitat management and biodiversity protection.

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