University of Missouri College of Agriculture, Food & Natural Resources
BS in Natural Resource Science and Management
Columbia, USA
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LANGUAGES
English
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The BS in Natural Resource Science and Management provides students with an understanding of the complex interrelationships within natural resource systems. This program focuses on sustainable practices and management techniques to balance ecological health with human impact.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue various career paths, including roles in conservation, environmental consulting, land management, and resource policy development. They may work for government agencies, non-profit organizations, or private sector companies that focus on sustainable resource use.
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Introduction
Create, manage, conserve, and restore natural and urban ecosystems sustainably while meeting society's goals and needs. Apply what you learn to conserve plant and animal species in forests, grasslands, rivers, streams, and urban areas.
Explore biological, physical, social, political, and managerial sciences. Choose an emphasis area to prepare for a variety of careers:
- Fisheries & Wildlife Sciences. Balance the needs of wildlife with people's needs in conserving wildlife habitat, protecting endangered species, and learning to manage wild animal populations.
- Forest Resources. Protect wildlife habitats and the environment while meeting the ever-growing demand for wood products, clean water, outdoor recreation, and scenic beauty.
- Human Dimensions. Link natural sciences with social sciences to address questions about how people impact natural resources.
- Terrestrial Ecosystems. Manage natural resources on a larger scale to conserve biodiversity and renewable natural resources.