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Wildlife Ecology and Conservation
Major in wildlife ecology and conservation at University of Delaware: youtube.com/watch?v=d3l0MFQv_uI
Conserving the world’s wildlife and protecting the planet
Are you curious about how wild things work and the role they play in our world? If so, you have found your home. Conserving the world’s wildlife and protecting the planet are truly grand challenges and the motivation behind all that you will do with this major. Scientists estimate that 200 to 2,000 species will become extinct each year. Choose to do more by being at the forefront of species conservation. Become part of the team that is working to understand the ecology and conservation of species worldwide and join in the great debate of why every species is important to the survival of our planet. From insects to birds, reptiles to mammals, algae to oaks, this major examines all non-domesticated living things and the challenges they face sharing the planet with mankind.
AREAS OF STUDY
- Conservation Biology
- Wildlife Management
- Mammalogy
- Wildlife Policy and Administration
- Ornithology
- Wildlife Research Techniques
CAREER OPTIONS
- Wildlife Biologist
- Environmental Educator
- Park Ranger
- Environmental Consultant
- Wildlife Technician
- Environmental Policy Maker
- Wetland Ecologist
- Environmental Lawyer
GRADUATE PROGRAMS
- Wildlife Ecology
- Conservation Biology
- Zoology
- Mammalogy
- Environmental Education
- Avian Ecology
- Veterinary Medicine
What’s special about this program?
Become a student in the only undergraduate program in our area where you will meet the educational requirements to be certified as an associate wildlife biologist by the Wildlife Society and the federal requirements to become a Wildlife Biologist. The only program in the country that integrates insects into a wildlife program, we prepare you with a unique set of career building skills. We have a recognized and dedicated faculty who work closely with you on research projects, in-class field opportunities, and optional study abroad trips to Costa Rica, Tanzania and more.
Get Involved
Ag Ambassadors
Agricultural College Council (AgCC)
Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity (AGR)
Alpha Zeta (AZ)
American Society of Landscape Architects Student Chapter
Animal Science Club
Beekeeping Club
Blue Hen Birding
Collegiate 4-H
Collegiate FFA
Entomology Club
Equestrian Team
Food Marketing Club
Food Recovery Network
Food Science Club
Horticulture Club
Hydroponics Club
Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources and Related Sciences (MANNRS)
Pre-Veterinary Club
Philadelphia Flower Show Club
Sigma Alpha Sorority (SA)
Students for the Environment
The Wildlife Society
| ENWC165 | Introduction to Insect and Wildlife Field Studies
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| ENWC201 | Wildlife Conservation and Ecology
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| ENWC205 | Insects and Society
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| BISC207 and 208 | Introductory Biology
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| CHEM107 and 108 | General Chemistry
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| ENGL110 | Seminar in Composition
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| MATH115 or higher | Pre-Calculus or higher
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| UNIV101 | First Year Experience
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University and College Breadth Courses
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| ENWC325 | Wildlife Management
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| PLSC101 or 201 | Botany
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| PLSC204 | Introduction to Soil Science
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| PLSC214 | Indigenous Woody Plants of the Eastern United States
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| BISC302 | General Ecology
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| APEC135 | Introduction to Data Analysis
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| APEC150 | Economics of Ag & Natural Resources
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| STAT200 | Basic Statistical Practice
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Group II - Written and Oral Communication
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University and College Breadth Courses
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| ENWC413 | Wildlife Policy and Administration
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| ENWC416 | Wildlife Habitat Management
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| ENWC418 | Ornithology
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Group I - Zoology Course
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Group II - Written and Oral Communication
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| Group III - Human Dimensions of Wildlife Conservation Course |
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Multicultural Requirement
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| University and College Breadth Courses |
| ENWC425 | Mammalogy
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| ENWC456 | Conservation Biology
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| ENWC415 | Wildlife Research Techniques
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| ENWC465 | Senior Capstone
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Group II - Written or Oral Communication Course
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University and Breadth Courses
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