Natural Resources: Watershed Hydrology and Management Emphasis

University of Arizona

United States of America, Tucson

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University of Arizona

United States of America , Tucson

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Application Fee

USD 85

Campuses

Main - Tucson

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines21-Aug-2023

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Duration 4 year(s)

Tuition Fee

USD 58,523 / year

Next Intake 21-Aug-2023

Natural Resources: Watershed Hydrology and Management Emphasis

About

Water is perhaps our greatest natural resource in all living plants and animals require it. Become an expert in the preservation of this life-giving resource. The Watershed Management and Ecohydrology emphasis in the Natural Resources Bachelor of Science program prepares students for careers in sustainable landscape management. Ecohydrology is especially important in arid and semiarid systems, such as those in Arizona, where the feedback between ecology and hydrology can be particularly tight. With the benefit of small class sizes, students receive specialized coursework in ecology, ecosystem science, social science, communication, policy analysis, and the management of surface water resources. Graduates are qualified to be hydrologists or to pursue careers in organizations and businesses concerned with integrated land management, the environment or water resources.

Demonstate basic knowledge ecological principles; Acquire basic knowledge of ecological principles (e.g., energy flow, material cycling, competition, predation, mutualism), identify current ecological challenges facing natural resource managers, and use ecological principles to develop potential integrated solutions to problems in natural resource management. (RNR 316/202)

Natural resource management; Describe how social, political, and economic forces affect management of natural resources; and explain why there generally are trade-offs between various objectives in natural resources management.

Land management agency roles; Identify the major land management agencies responsible for stewardship of natural resources, the key historical conditions that lead to the creation of these agencies, and the primary mandates of each of these agencies.

Master basic statistical analyses; Conduct, interpret, and present basic statistical analyses of field and laboratory data, develop a research sampling design, and demonstrate the ability to design and conduct monitoring projects in the field.

Effectively communicate; Write professional reports in the style appropriate for the field of specialization, and demonstrate clear communication of scientific concepts and analytical arguments based on synthesis of published information and use of critical thinking.

Demonstrate ethical behavior; Identify behaviors of ethical professionals, and describe links between these behaviors and professional accomplishments.

Taxonomic identification; Demonstrate the ability to use taxonomic keys to identify a variety of plant and animal taxa.

Career development; Identify career paths and responsibilities within professions related to natural resources, and demonstrate awareness and appreciation for the importance of collaboration for stewardship of natural resources, including among agencies and between scientists and managers.

Disciplines

College of Agriculture & Life Sciences

Requirements

Entry Requirements

The specific admission requirements relating to Jordan are as follows:

Required Documentation: High School Transcripts

Minimum Overall Grade Required: 80 or B equivalent

Required Certification (if completed secondary/high school): 4 year bachelor

Undergraduate English Language Proficiency Required: Yes

Graduate English Language Proficiency Required: Yes

Career

Environmental consulting

Hydrologist

Natural resources management

Water resources management

Watershed science

Fee Information

Tuition Fee

USD 58,523

Application Fee

USD 85

How to Apply

The online application takes 30-45 minutes to complete.
Within two days of submitting your application, you’ll receive an email with instructions on how to check your application status online using the Future Wildcat portal.
At least once a week be sure to check the email account you used to apply for updates about your admission status, which may require you to take some action.
Once your application is complete, you’ll typically be notified of your admission decision within 2 weeks.
Admission decisions are announced by email; your admission packet will come in the mail later.
Be sure to check your email regularly after you’ve been admitted, so you can take the next steps for enrollment.