Rangeland Science Bachelor's Degree Online

Program Overview

Oregon State University's online B.S. in Rangeland Science prepares students for careers in managing private and public lands. The program emphasizes soil and water conservation, ecosystem management, wildlife habitat management, and sustainable land stewardship. Graduates are well-prepared for high-demand, outdoor career opportunities in both the public and private sectors. The program is delivered online, allowing students to learn at their own pace and schedule.

Program Outline

in Rangeland Science degree program prepares students for high-demand, outdoor career opportunities in managing private and public lands. The program focuses on soil and water conservation, managing for ecosystem goods and services, wildlife habitat management, and sustainable land stewardship.

• Objectives: The program aims to provide students with the skills and knowledge needed to manage critical issues facing global society, such as sustainable land management, ecosystem conservation, and natural resource management.
• Description: The program takes an interdisciplinary, holistic approach that encompasses natural and human ecological systems.
Students gain a comprehensive understanding of rangeland ecology, management practices, and the social, economic, and environmental factors that influence land use decisions.

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods: The program is delivered online, allowing students to learn at their own pace and schedule.
• Faculty: The program is taught by world-class faculty known for their research, expertise, and innovation.
• Unique Approaches: The program emphasizes hands-on coursework, experiential learning opportunities, and applied learning to provide students with practical experience in rangeland management.

Careers:

• Career Paths: Graduates of the program can pursue careers in various fields, including:
• Soil and water conservation
• Ecosystem management
• Wildlife habitat management
• Sustainable land stewardship
• Natural resource management
• Environmental consulting
• Opportunities: The program prepares students for high-demand, outdoor career opportunities in both the public and private sectors.
• Outcomes: Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in rangeland management, conservation, and natural resource management.

Other:

• Accreditation: Oregon State University is institutionally accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
• Ranking: Oregon State Ecampus is consistently ranked among the nation's 10 best providers of online education according to U.S. News & World Report.