Natural Resources Major: Conservation Biology Emphasis
Focus your B.S. in Natural Resources studies on conservation across species and scientific disciplines, supported by courses in policy, planning, and economics.
About the Conservation Biology Emphasis
This degree emphasis prepares you for a career as a conservation biologist, conservation planner, ecologist, environmental educator, researcher, or resource manager working for a government agency, non-profit organization, or in the fields of education, law, and policy.
Conservation Biology Courses
You’ll work with your advisor to create a course plan that includes required core and elective courses. Conservation biology course options include:
- Conservation Biology
- Marine Ecology and Conservation
- Natural Resources Ecology
- Ecological Surveys and Sampling
- Zoo and Aquarium Conservation
- Climate Change Adaptation
- Conservation Genetics
- Ecosystem Health and Justice
Courses required to complete a bachelor of natural resources with a conservation biology emphasis at the University of Arizona are subject to change, so remember to meet with your advisor to review your course plan.