Biological Sciences (M.S.) - Natural Resource Management Specialization

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus

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Program Coordinator/Contact

Michele Dudash, Department Head and Professor
Department of Natural Resource Management
Edgar S. McFadden Biostress Laboratory 138, Box 2140B
605-688-6121

Program Information

The Natural Resource Management specialization will provide training in ecology, evolution, environmental sciences, and range areas of expertise with a focus on basic and applied research.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Master of Science

Thesis: 30 Credit Hours
Non-Thesis: 32 Credit Hours

Core Requirements

NRM 790 - Seminar (COM) Credits: 1 (2 credits required)
STAT courses numbered 500 level or higher Credits: 3
Additional course credits from BOT, EES, NRM, RANG, or WL numbered 500-level or higher Credits: 6

Select one of the following options

Thesis

BIOS 798 - Thesis (COM) Credits: 1-10 (5-10 credits required)
Electives Credits: 9-14

Non-Thesis

NRM 788 - Research Problems/Projects (COM) Credits: 1-3 (2-3 credits required)
Electives Credits: 18-19

Total Required Credits: 30 (Thesis), 32 (Non-Thesis)

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not Required
TOEFL iBT: 4
TOEFL Essentials: 7.5
IELTS: 6.0
Duolingo: 100

General Requirements

Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Master’s Degree Requirements .