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Wildlife Biology

TURN YOUR PASSION FOR WILDLIFE INTO A CAREER

Husson University offers a variety of comprehensive programs for individuals passionate about wildlife conservation and care. The Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Biology and Conservation program designed to prepare students for a wide range of careers in research, education, wildlife management, and conservation efforts in wildlife management and conservation. The B.S. in Marine Biology and Conservation provides interdisciplinary knowledge and experiential learning to conserve marine organisms and ecosystems. The B.S. in Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation emphasizes wildlife welfare, with career paths that lead to government agencies, NGOs, rehabilitation centers, zoological facilities, and more. The B.S. in Conservation Law Enforcement gives you the latest knowledge in laws and policies that govern wildlife and natural resources protection.

DEGREE LISTINGS BY LEVEL OF STUDY

For those interested in wildlife care within professional settings, Husson offers a Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation Certificate. This certificate serves as a valuable credential for students enrolled in Husson’s Bachelor’s in Animal Care and Behavior online degree and anyone interested in working with wildlife. For students interested in understanding landscape-level environmental changes for wildlife and conservation, our Certificate in Geographic Information Systems can provide a pathway to your goals.

Ready for graduate studies? Consider the Master of Science in Wildlife Conservation and Management. This 100% online program can be completed in 12 months. During this program, you can develop the research and management skills to thrive in professional roles in government, nonprofit, consulting, and educational settings.

No matter which program you choose, you will be guided by faculty with wildlife biology experience. They are dedicated to empowering students to make meaningful contributions to wildlife conservation and care.

Explore the programs below to find the one that aligns with your interest in wildlife and conservation. Request more information today about the one that’s right for you.

Undergraduate Certificates

Certificate in Animal Training

Certificate in Aquatic Animal Care

Certificate in Geographic Information Systems (GIS)

Certificate in Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation

 

Bachelor’s Degrees

B.S. in Animal Care and Behavior

B.S. in Conservation Law Enforcement

B.S. in Marine Biology and Conservation

B.S. in Wildlife Biology and Conservation

B.S. in Wildlife Care and Rehabilitation

Master’s Degrees

MBA in Animal Services Management

M.S. in Applied Animal Behavior and Welfare

M.S. in Wildlife Conservation and Management

FACULTY SPOTLIGHT

Dr. Aly McKnight is a population biologist and Assistant Professor in Husson University’s College of Science and Humanities. With a PhD from the University of Maine, she spent over a decade with US Fish and Wildlife monitoring wildlife recovery after the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill. Her research examines how environmental factors influence seabirds and drive population dynamics. Previously at Unity College, she brings a hands-on educational approach developed while training field crews in Alaska.

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