Department of Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology
- Aquatic Ecology
- Conservation Ecology
- Fisheries Sciences
The Department offers graduate work leading to the Master of Science degree in Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology. The degree can be personalized to emphasize fields such as Fisheries Sciences, Aquatic Ecology and Conservation Ecology.
The Department of Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Ecology applies traditional and emerging scientific methods to understand the ecology of fish and wildlife and the communities they inhabit. We apply this knowledge to help make more informed conservation and management decisions as well as to further society’s understanding of the structure and function of ecological systems. We strive for excellence in research, teaching and outreach with our efforts focused on the diverse ecosystems of the American Southwest as well as on issues occurring nationally and internationally.
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Earn a respected master’s degree part time and online in 2 years. No on-campus residency needed. Improve your career trajectory and protect our natural resources. Apply for 2025!
The University of Connecticut offers master’s & certificate programs in the quickly growing fields of sustainability, energy and the environment. Classes are led by UConn Natural Resources, Geography & Law School faculty.
Earn your Master's in 1 year. Gain credentials and competencies while maintaining your work/life balance. Career coaching available to all students.