Do you dream of working with wildlife? This degree will equip you to launch a career in this fascinating field or apply directly to graduate school. You will learn management of entire ecosystems and learn to apply biological principles to manage and conserve wildlife. You’ll gain in-depth expertise in the ecology of wild animals, including their biology, relationships with each other and humans, and the environment that forms their habitat. Learn about wildlife anatomy, behavior, pathology and diseases, ecology, and the conservation challenges created by human actions. Our curriculum covers principles of implementing safe, effective and appropriate procedures for managing wildlife populations.
Why Study Conservation and Wildlife Management at DelVal?
- You will experience learning in small classes, state-of-the-art labs and throughout our 1,000 acres of living laboratories.
- Our program will provide you with a strong foundation in science as well as hands-on experience working with animals.
- You will have the opportunity to conduct your own research under the guidance of our engaged faculty.
- You will have access to state and federal agencies that provide unique learning experiences, internships and networking opportunities for DelVal students.
- With DelVal's strong reputation among conservation employers, you will have access to a robust network of alumni in conservation careers.
Conservation and Wildlife Management At-A-Glance
Our wide variety of course offerings prepare you for a variety of career opportunities in the field.
Sample Courses:
- Ecology
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Statistics for Science
- Animal Behavior
- Genetics
- Wildlife Management
- Wildlife Health and Disease
- Wildlife Conservation
- Wildlife Law and Policy
- Mammalogy
- Ornithology
- Herpetology
Recommended Minors:
- Education
- Environmental Sciences
- Communication
- Criminal Justice
- One Health Communication
- Policy Studies
- Writing
The Experience360 Program in conservation and wildlife management gives you the opportunity to apply classroom lessons to real-world activities like internships, career exploration experiences, student research, study abroad, leadership development and more.
Are you a transfer student? The National Science Foundation (NSF) Scholarships in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (S-STEM) Program is a federally funded scholarship program designed for transfer students with financial need who are majoring in biology, chemistry, conservation and wildlife management, environmental science, or horticulture.
About our Mandell Small Animal Science Lab
- Wildlife Society - Explore wildlife conservation issues and careers through our student chapter of this national professional organization!
- American Association of Zookeepers (AAZK) - Learn about animal care through different means such as zoos, aquariums, conservation, and research!
- Pre-Vet Club - Learn about veterinary medicine careers with your peers!
Office Location: Feldman Hall
POV of Conservation and Wildlife Management Students
