Wildlife Management
If you love hunting, fishing, and the great outdoors, then MSU's Associate of Science in wildlife management may be the degree for you! A degree in wildlife management combines a student's aptitude for science with passion for the outdoors.
"Wild, Wonderful, West Virginia", a state well known for its mountainous terrain and abundance of wildlife, is the perfect setting for studies in wildlife management. MSU's Beckley campus is convenient to state parks and forests, rivers and streams. Our course's practical focus is designed to prepare students for field work, and our natural flora and fauna provide the perfect habitat for hands-on study and research.
What can I study in wildlife management at MSU?
The Associate of Science degree in wildlife management offers interdisciplinary preparation for a career working with wildlife populations and resources. Students may concentrate their studies in wildlife management, fisheries management, game management, forestry, or a recreation focus. Hands-on internships are available with natural resources management, conservation, and preservation-focused agencies. This entry-level degree is a great way to gauge your interest in the field and then further your education with a bachelor's or master's degree.
The faculty for our classes are drawn from working professionals - from the Division of Natural Resources, Forestry, National Park Service - instructors who share their first-hand knowledge and experience.
What career opportunities can I expect in wildlife management?
Students who obtain an associate degree in wildlife management are prepared for entry-level positions with government agencies and private organizations focused on wildlife, fisheries, and natural resources.
Further education can lead to other career options such as:
- conservationist
- conservation officer
- environmental education
- field researcher
- fishery or wildlife biologist
- forestry specialist
- natural resources management
- park naturalist
- wildlife education specialist