Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation at University of Florida

    Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation at University of Florida

    Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation at University of Florida

    The Forest Resources and Conservation is a Bachelor degree offered by University of Florida at its main campus in Gainesville , United States of America. The program is delivered on campus as a Full Time course in English and requires approximately 4 years to complete. Students study at the university's main campus while gaining the knowledge and practical experience expected for this area of study. The next intake is available from January 9, 2027.

    About Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation

    The Forest Resources and Conservation major prepares students to sustainably manage forests to meet some combination of ecological, economic, and social/recreational objectives. Graduates are commonly employed in managing public or private land, in areas such as timber management, habitat restoration, outdoor recreation management, environmental law and policy, and similar.

    Coursework is diverse, with an emphasis on field experiences which give students hands-on exposure to topics in ecology and biology, economics, administration and planning, and the use of various tools and techniques to manage forests to meet society’s needs. Students have the option to complete a certificate in Fire Ecology and Management, Urban Forestry, Recreation Resource Management, or Environmental Policy, Law, and Regulation. This major is accredited by the Society of American Foresters.

    The forest resources and conservation major provides a broad education in the ecological, economic and social aspects of forest and natural resources and their management. The major also provides national accreditation from the Society of American Foresters.

    Before Graduating Students Must

    • Pass the forest resources and conservation competency exam, given in five parts. One part will be given in each of these required courses:
      Course List
      CodeTitleCredits
      FNR 3131CDendrology/Forest Plants3
      FNR 3410CNatural Resource Sampling3
      FNR 4040C
      FNR 4623CIntegrated Natural Resource Management3
      FNR 4660Natural Resource Policy and Economics3
    • Complete requirements for the baccalaureate degree, as determined by faculty.

    Students in the Major Will Learn to

    Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)

    Content

    1. Demonstrate competency in biology/ecology, quantification, policy/administration and management of forest and related natural resources.
    2. Analyze, interpret, synthesize and communicate information and data, including the use of mathematical and statistical methods.

    Critical Thinking

    1. Solve novel problems in forest and natural resource management.

    Communication

    1. Create, interpret and analyze written text, oral messages and multimedia presentations.

    Curriculum Map

    I = Introduced; R = Reinforced; A = Assessed

    Academic Learning Compact 4
    CoursesSLO 1SLO 2SLO 3SLO 4
    FNR 3131CII
    FNR 3410CI
    FNR 4343CRRR
    FNR 4623CRAA
    FNR 4660IRR
    FOR 3153CIIRI
    FOR 3162CRRR
    FOR 3200CIIII
    FOR 3202IRR
    FOR 3214RRRR
    FOR 3434CII
    FOR 4020RR

    Assessment Types

    • Final group project
    • Exams
    • Program exit exam

    Disciplines

    Agricultural and Life Sciences

    Requirements and Admission Criteria for Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation at University of Florida

    Entry Requirements

    Applicants who should complete the SSAR:

    • Attended a high school regionally accredited in the United States for at least three years.
    • Attended a DODEA (Department of Defense Education Activity) school.

    Applicants who should not complete the SSAR:

    • Attended a secondary school located outside the United States for more than one semester.
    • Studied a curriculum that did not follow the standard U.S. system.

    Required: At least three full years of your most recent secondary school transcripts, including courses in progress (grades 9, 10 and 11 + senior schedule) in both the native language of instruction and a word for word certified English translation (if applicable). Unofficial transcripts are accepted electronically via the status Check Status page for the review process, while official transcripts and translations are required upon enrollment.

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 6
    • TOEFLMin 80

    English Program Requirements

    All applicants, regardless of citizenship, must demonstrate English proficiency. English proficiency examination results, such as TOEFL, IELTS or Duolingo English Test, are encouraged for non-native English speakers, but are not required for freshman admission. SAT or ACT results are required for all freshman applicants.

    Tuition and Fee Information for Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation at University of Florida

    How to Apply for Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation at University of Florida

    • A copy of your transcript for any school you have attended with the grades you have earned
    • A list of your high school activities including jobs, clubs, sports, community service, etc.
    • Information about your parent(s) or guardian(s), such as educational background, occupation and employer information

    Add UF as a university to receive your application and review our specific application requirements.

    Fill in your profile information. Your profile is where you'll enter information that will be sent to all schools to which you apply. The University of Florida requires the following sections:

    • Information about who you are and how to contact you, your address, citizenship, high school and family information
    • Current-year coursework
    • Honors and distinctions
    • Activities and experiences

    Complete the UF Supplement. This includes a few additional short-answer questions so that we can learn more about you when reviewing your application.

    Complete the essay questions. The essay helps our admissions staff get to know you better. Use this space to tell us something about yourself that we wouldn’t learn elsewhere in your application. And remember, the best essay topic for you is going to be the one that you are most excited to write about.

    Once you have submitted your application, a link will appear on your status page to create your Student Self-Reported Academic Record (SSAR). List your high school courses and grades exactly as they appear on your transcript. You must complete the SSAR by December 1 for your application to be complete. If you begin the SSAR separately before submitting your UF application, be sure to link it to your application once your application has been submitted.

    Submit your test scores to UF no later than December 15. You may either self-report your SAT and/or ACT scores through your application status page or send official scores from the testing agency. Since accuracy is critical, students who choose to self-report should have a copy of their SAT/ACT score report(s) available to reference when submitting their scores. Because UF superscores both the SAT and ACT, we encourage you to submit scores for all SAT or ACT tests you have taken. If admitted, students who have self-reported their scores in the admissions process will be required to submit official scores from the testing agency to UF by May 1. UF Institutional Codes:

    You may request to begin your studies in either the Summer B or Fall term. The term requested DOES NOT affect the consideration of your application. If you are admitted, we will try to offer you the term you requested, but space limitations may mean you receive an offer for a different term.

    When you submit your application, pay the $30 nonrefundable fee by credit card unless you qualify for a fee waiver. In both the Common and Coalition applications, you can indicate in the profile section if you qualify for a fee waiver.

    You will receive an email 24-48 hours after submitting your application with instructions to create your MyAdmissions application status credentials. Once completed, you can log in to the MyAdmissions app status portal to keep track of your application status and the materials that UF has received. This is also where you will find the link to create your SSAR.

    Bachelor of Forest Resources and Conservation at University of Florida
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    University of Florida
    United States of America

    United States of America, Gainesville

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