Our curriculum includes those courses identified by the Wildlife Society and the American Fisheries Society as critical for the graduate and as such offers our graduates a chance to become certified by either society upon graduation. This program also incorporates many unique experiences that help students network with future employers and develop professional contacts. Many of our graduates continue their studies in graduate school, while others enter the workforce.This concentration emphasizes fisheries and wildlife biology and management in North America, including both freshwater and marine systems. You’ll learn about natural resources, aquatic and terrestrial habitats, population dynamics, laws and regulations, aquaculture, conservation and current fisheries issues. Career opportunities in environmental studies include preparation for graduate work in environmental science and related fields as well as industrial and government research. A steady demand exists for environmental scientists and environmental monitoring technicians. Employers include federal, state and local governments, consulting firms and nonprofit organizations.