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  • Degree: B.S. Ecology and Conservation Biology
  • Credit Hours: 120 total credit hours
  • View course descriptions in the Undergraduate Catalog

Degree Tracks

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Ecoinformatics

The Ecoinformatics track trains students to integrate digital and information technologies with ecological data analysis to detect, evaluate, and predict ecological patterns, disturbances, and processes.

Ecoinformatics Track Details
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Ecology and Conservation Biology

The Ecology and Conservation Biology track teaches students the fundamentals of ecology and evolution and how to understand issues related to conserving, managing, and restoring species, habitats, and ecosystems.

Ecology and Conservation Biology Track Details
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Forest Resources

The Forest Resources track prepares students for a broad array of career opportunities or graduate studies in forestry, natural resources, conservation, and environmental related fields.

Forest Resources Track Details
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Vertebrate Zoology (Pre-Vet)

The Vertebrate Zoology track is for students with a deep interest in vertebrates, their diversity, ecology, and conservation, and satisfies all prerequisite requirements for veterinary school.

Vertebrate Zoology (Pre-Vet) Track Details
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