Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation

Programme Description:

This program combines the practical, theoretical and analytical strengths of courses provided by the Wildlife Conservation Technology diploma program at Holland College or accredited NAWTA (North American Wildlife Technology Association) programs, and by the University of Prince Edward Island, for students interested in obtaining rigorous training in wildlife conservation. Students are provided with foundational science courses (e.g., General Chemistry) as well as senior analytical courses in the environmental sciences at the university level (e.g. Biodiversity and Conservation Biology, Marine Biology) to complement the strong field training acquired during the college diploma program. Increased knowledge of the scientific and social issues involved in conservation management, combined with additional training in analytical skills will provide graduating students with the tools necessary to better address the complexity of problems in this increasingly important field.

Admission Requirements:

The occupational content is introduced at the College level in a diploma program, normally during the first two years, and fulfills a major part of the practical requirements of the degree program. If students have achieved a minimum 70% average in their diploma program, they are eligible to apply to UPEI for formal entry into the Bachelor of Wildlife Conservation degree program. Once accepted to UPEI, students will undertake a rigorous program of 20 courses, 15 of which will be required.

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Please contact Dr. Kevin Teather (kteather@upei.ca),  566-0325  for more information.