Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences (School of Natural Resources)
Department contact:
302 Anheuser-Busch Natural Resources Building
573-882-3436
Degrees:
Bachelor of Science in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
Overview:
The Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences degree in the School of Natural Resources is based on a program of study that includes communications, quantitative skills and basic courses in physical and social sciences.
Core classes in biology and ecology, and specialized courses which feature animal populations and their aquatic and terrestrial environments enhance the learning experience. Some areas of study include wildlife ecology, water quality, habitat management, fishery science and conservation biology.
After Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences students gain a strong foundation of scientific knowledge in the classroom, they benefit from practical field experiences. University-managed conservation areas located near campus allow students to study fish, birds and other animals in their natural habitat.
Academic Information
Admission Requirements:
There are no specific admission requirements above those required by the School of Natural Resources.
Minimum GPA for Admission: 2.0
Specifically required non-major courses for the BS degree:
Biological Sciences 1200 and 1500
Chemistry 1320
Math 1400
Geological Sciences 1100
Entry-level courses to sample the major:
Natural Resources 1070
Sample 8-semester outline(s):
http://registrar.missouri.edu/Catalog/Plans/NATR_fisheries_wildlife06.pdf
Related majors, minors and areas of study on the MU campus:
Agricultural Systems Management, Animal Science, Atmospheric Science, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Forestry, Management, Microbiology, Natural Resources, Parks, Recreation and Tourism, Plant Pathology, Plant Sciences, Soil, Environmental, and Atmospheric Sciences
Department Website:
http://www.snr.missouri.edu/fw/
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