Wildlife Manager
Oversee wildlife populations and habitats to sustain healthy ecosystems.
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Learn More About Degrees and Careers in Wildlife Conservation
Wildlife conservation is the practice of protecting and preserving biodiversity by ensuring the survival of various species and their habitats. This field involves a blend of ecology, biology, and environmental science to address issues like habitat destruction, climate change, and poaching. Professionals in wildlife conservation work on projects related to habitat restoration, wildlife management, and endangered species recovery.
At Unity Environmental University, our wildlife conservation program equips students with the knowledge and skills to tackle these critical challenges. You’ll learn about ecosystem dynamics, species behavior, and conservation strategies while gaining applied experience through fieldwork and research projects. Graduates are prepared for careers in wildlife management, environmental policy, conservation education, and research. By promoting sustainable practices and policies, you can play a pivotal role in preserving our planet’s biodiversity for future generations.
The BS in Wildlife Conservation degree enables students to work effectively as wildlife biologists, managers, and ecologists for government agencies, environmental nonprofits, and environmental consulting businesses. This program emphasizes sustainable management of wildlife species through consideration of the applicable social, economic, and environmental concepts. This program also prepares students with a sound understanding of modern environmental issues and the professional skills needed for effective functioning in modern natural resource organizations.
Your education should be affordable and manageable. Thanks to our promise to keep tuition flat through 2030, you won’t be burdened with unexpected increases or fees. Our team of distance education concierges will work with you through the enrollment process to help you plan and pay for your degree. Learn more about the costs here.
Our comprehensive 120-credit program can be tailored to fit your schedule and goals! Completion time depends on the number of credits you choose to take each term (8 terms/year) and less time with transfer credits. Without transfer credits, you can anticipate the following completion times:
- 48 credits/year: Fast-track your education in only 2.6 years
- 30 credits/year: Achieve your degree in 4 years
- 24 credits/year: Complete in just 5 years
General Education Core: 34 credits
Environmental Professional Core: 14 credits
Elective Courses: 39 credits
Program Core: 33 credits
- BIOL 201 Organisms that Sustain the Earth: Understanding Plants
- BIOL 203 Ecological Principles: Applications to Conservation and Wildlife
- ENCJ 305 Natural Resource Law and Policy
- MATH 301 Statistical Modeling for Life and Environmental Sciences
- WCON 201 Plant and Wildlife Interactions
- WCON 301 Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conservation
- WCON 303 Life History and Identification of Birds and Mammals
- WCON 305 Wildlife Conservation Genetics
- WCON 307 Vectors, Wildlife, and Disease
- WCON 403 Habitat Management for Wildlife
- WCON 405 Wildlife Population Management
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WHAT YOU WILL STUDY
Coursework That Prepares You for the Field
Habitat Management for Wildlife
Examine how wildlife managers use habitat to influence species, including habitat components and how species identify, select, and interact with them.
Plant and Wildlife Interactions
In this course you will be exploring how plant-animal interactions help maintain ecological balance, shape ecosystems, and form the backbone of wildlife habitat.
Vectors, Wildlife, and Disease
Learn the basic taxonomy and life history of insects, as well as explore case studies involving the role of insects their impacts on human and wildlife health.
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Why Unity Distance Education?
Learning Flexibility
Balance life, work, and education by studying when and where you want.
Transfer-Friendly
Accepting up to 90 transfer credits to graduate sooner and save money.
Multiple Start Dates
Up to 8 terms each year let you take breaks without affecting financial aid.
Real Career Outcomes
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High Educational Value
Nationally recognized educational quality at an affordable price.
Personalized Guidance
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Inspiring Faculty
Connect with experts who share your passion for working in the animal industry.
Sustainability Core
Focused on sustainable practices for an environmentally aware future.
