Some flexibility in insect, plant science, and biology courses permits students to emphasize pest management or insect biology. The Wildlife Conservation Concentration is for students with interests in the biological aspects of environmental science, e.g., conservation, wildlife biology, or ecology. It requires basic sciences, specialty courses in vertebrates, insects, plants, and conservation and other supporting courses. The curriculum's flexibility accommodates career goals ranging from research to nature education, conservation advocacy and wildlife management. The faculty adviser and student jointly plan the course program according to the student's career objective.
Successful students enter research, teaching, business, or public service positions.
They frequently pursue graduate degrees in entomology, physiology, genetics, ecology, wildlife conservation, or biology to expand their career opportunities. Admission to graduate study requires strong academic performance and a solid background in the sciences. Students should complete their programs with electives that broaden their views of the world and strengthen their preparation for a career. Organic chemistry, biochemistry, statistics, and additional writing courses are strongly recommended. A list of suggested courses and other information is available in the department office.