Overview

Conservation Biology studies biological diversity and roles for its preservation. The co-major covers biological basics as welll as the social, political and economic context in which conservation policy is developed and implemented. Students have opportunities for field work to provide authentic, experiential learning.

Contacts

Academic Chair

Admission requirements

Inherent requirements
Special requirements

Learning outcomes

1.

Apply a broad and coherent knowledge of abiotic and biotic processes to assess anthropocentric impacts on aquatic and terrestrial organisms and ecosystems.

2.

Develop and apply experimental designs and analyses appropriate to conservation biology.

3.

Communicate findings in conservation biology using a variety of techniques including written reports, posters, and presentations. 

4.

Communicate findings in conservation biology using a variety of techniques including written reports, posters, and presentations. 

Research areas

Agricultural and Veterinary Sciences
Biological Sciences
Environmental Sciences