Natural Resources (M.S.)
Work alongside internationally recognized faculty leading natural resources research in pursuit of your degree and make an impact on the problems facing our natural world. Our research encompasses a wide range of natural resource disciplines, and this degree focuses primarily on students interested in pursuing research opportunities under the guidance of a major professor and a graduate advisory committee.
The thesis-based M.S. degree in Natural Resources requires completion of a research project that is the result of original work carried out by the student under the supervision of the major professor and the graduate advisory committee. To be admitted to this program, a faculty member must agree to serve as your major advisor. It is strongly encouraged that you contact a potential faculty mentor about opportunities within their lab prior to applying for admission to this program.
Master of Science. Major in Natural Resources.
Thesis and non-thesis options are offered with a major in natural resources. See the respective departmental sections for details.
Graduates will be able to:
- Conduct innovative and high-quality research in natural resources by:
a. Demonstrating fundamental disciplinary knowledge, principles, and a mastery of the scientific method;
b. Identifying knowledge gaps and/or management or social challenges, designing and proposing a research project, analyzing data, and interpreting results. - Communicate effectively in written and oral formats.
- Exhibit practices and behaviors conducive to developing a career in natural resources science and/or management.