Why Choose an Environmental Conservation and Sustainability Major?
Choosing a college major is the first step towards a fulfilling career. If you're passionate about safeguarding our planet's future, a degree in Environmental Conservation and Sustainability could be your path to making a real difference. Here's why pursuing this major at the UNH College of Life Sciences and Agriculture (COLSA) might be the perfect choice for you:
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How To Know an Environmental Conservation and Sustainability Degree at UNH COLSA Is Right for You
Comprehensive Curriculum
The environmental conservation and sustainability program at UNH COLSA equips students with a robust knowledge base encompassing environmental science, ecology, economics, policy, and communications. Classes explore the consequences of human actions on the environment, the principles of sustainability, and the intricate web of relationships within the natural world. Moreover, as students advance through their degree, they have the opportunity to tailor their focus towards a specific environmental issue, ecological system, or natural resource, allowing for a more specialized and impactful learning experience.
Hands-On Learning
At UNH, learning goes beyond the classroom. Undergraduate students engage in fieldwork, research projects, and internships that provide practical experience in real-world environmental conservation efforts. Whether it's studying in our woodlands or exploring the seacoast, you'll have ample opportunities for hands-on learning with experts in the field.
Faculty Expertise
As a UNH student, you'll learn from renowned experts in the field who are dedicated to mentoring and guiding students toward success. With their support, you'll have the chance to tackle complex environmental challenges and develop innovative solutions. Prior environmental conservation and sustainability majors have performed research on improving UNH's energy infrastructure, observing modern forest ecology, understanding anthropogenic interactions with high conservation species, and more.
Cutting-Edge Facilities
Undergraduate students at UNH can take advantage of state-of-the-art facilities and resources that enhance their learning experience. From abundant natural ecosystems to specialized woodland research centers to the UNH Extension, UNH provides the tools you need to thrive in your studies and beyond.
Collaborative Community
At UNH, you'll join a community of like-minded individuals who share your commitment to environmental stewardship. Collaborate with fellow students, faculty, and industry professionals on projects that aim to create a more sustainable future. Many students even pursue international experiences, such as UNH’s EcoQuest program in New Zealand, or other academic opportunities such as adding a minor in agribusiness, brewing, community planning, forestry, green real estate, tourism management, wildlife and conservation biology, zoology, and more.
Diverse Career Opportunities
Graduates from the UNH COLSA Environmental Conservation and Sustainability program pursue a variety of fascinating, impactful careers. Opportunities include advocacy and regulation, conservation and natural resources management, land-use analysis, environmental education and outreach, environmental consulting, and preparation for further education such as Ph.D. programs or law school.
Choosing a major is a significant decision, and with UNH's Environmental Conservation and Sustainability program, you're not just studying a subject – you're actively contributing to the well-being of our planet. Join us in the journey toward a more sustainable future!
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