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Natural Resources and Environmental Management

Overview

For this interdisciplinary Bachelor of Science degree, all students take a set of core courses that provide a common set of knowledge and skills in environmental science and resource management. Students elect to concentrate in one of two Pathways, and select a specialization in their area of interest.

Students taking measurements at a seashore location

 

Student measuring the diameter of a tree

Natural Science Pathway

Study the natural, physical, and biological aspects of managing natural resources and the environment. Specialize in…

  • Plant Ecology, Conservation, and Management
  • Soil and Water Conservation
  • Watershed and Coastal Management
  • Wildlife Ecology and Management
  • Image and Data Science for NREM

Social Science Pathway

Study the social, cultural, and economic aspects of managing natural resources and the environment. Specialize in…

  • Community and Cultural Resources Management
  • Environmental Policy and Governance
  • Sustainable Systems and Communities
Students taking measurements of water quality from a stream

Rewarding Career Opportunities

  • Biological Field Technician 
  • Climate Adaptation and Resilience 
  • Coastal & Water Management 
  • Community Development 
  • Environmental Educator 
  • Environmental Consultant 
  • Environmental Monitoring and Regulations 
  • Environmental Policy Analyst 
  • Forester 
  • GIS specialist 
  • Natural Resource Conservation Specialist 
  • Watershed Manager 
  • Wildlife Biologist