This document provides information about the Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology (FWCB) major at the University of Minnesota. It discusses the program's mission to foster conservation of natural resources through teaching, research and outreach. The major provides students with a broad science background and coursework to prepare them for careers in fisheries, wildlife, conservation biology and environmental fields. It offers specializations in wildlife, conservation biology, fisheries and aquatic sciences that meet certification requirements. Potential research areas in the department include habitats, communities, invasive species and various types of plants and animals.

1. DISCOVER
THELINK
between
society
ecology
nature
technology
and
YOU

2. “To foster a high quality
natural environment by
contributing to the
management, protection,
and sustainable use of
fisheries and wildlife
resources through teaching,
research, and outreach.
Our goals are to respond to
societal needs for
information and education
pertaining to the
conservation of our
natural resources and to
ensure excellent teaching,
research, and
outreach programs.”
OUR
MISSION

3. The FCWB major provides students with a broad
science background emphasizing the biological and
environmental science and other coursework needed
for careers in fisheries, wildlife, conservation biology,
and other resource and environmental careers.
Students in Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation
Biology gain basic knowledge in the biological,
physical and social sciences before learning to
apply that knowledge to the management and
conservation of fish and wildlife resources.
WHY THE UNIVERSITY
OF MINNESOTA?
• An interdisciplinary program gives
students a well-rounded education
• Small community feel on the St.
Paul Campus with all the benefits
of a Big Ten university
• Field courses provide hands-on
experience
• Small class sizes allow access
to top faculty known for their
leadership in science
and education
• Located on the Twin Cities with
the close connections to local,
state, and federal agencies and
natural resource industry
• Opportunities to work, study, or
volunteer abroad in programs
related to the major
about
FWCB

4. The Wildlife
specialization
prepares students for
careers in wildlife
science, management,
and administration; zoo
biology; terrestrial
ecology; environmental
assessment; and
education.
With proper selection of
electives, students can
meet the education
criteria for the Certified
Wildlife Biologist
designation established
by The Wildlife Society,
the major professional
organization for wildlife
scientists and managers
in North America.
COURSES INCLUDE:
AFEE 2421
Professional Comm. for
Agriculture, Food and
the Environment
ESPM 3202W
Envt. Conflict Mgmt,
Leadership, and Planning
BIOL 2022 Botany
EEB 4129 or EEB 4839
Mammalogy
EEB 4134 or EEB 4844
Ornithology
EEB 4609W
Ecosystem Ecology
FW 4103
Principles of Wildlife
Management
WILDLIFE

5. COURSES INCLUDE:
FNRM 3101
Park and Protected Area
Tourism
ESPM 3271
Environmental Policy, Law
& Human Behavior
EEB 4129 or
EEB 4839
Mammalogy
PMB 4321
Minnesota Flora
FNRM 3104
Forest Ecology
FW 4102
Principles of
Conservation Biology
ESPM 3101
Conservation of Plant
Biodiversity
ESPM 5071
Ecological Restoration
CONSERVATION
BIOLOGY
The Conservation
Biology specialization
prepares students for
careers dealing with a
broad range of
conservation issues in
aquatic or terrestrial
habitats. Positions
typically focus on
protection of
endangered species and
management for
biodiversity. Careers as
environmental educators
or naturalists are
also options.

6. fisheries
The Fisheries and
Aquatic Sciences
specialization prepares
students who wish to
pursue careers in
fisheries and aquatic
resource science,
management, and
administration; fish
hatchery management;
aquaculture, aquatic
education, and aquatic
environmental
assessment.
The curriculum meets
the education criteria for
the Certified Fisheries
Professional designation
established by the
American Fisheries
Society, the major
professional organization
for fisheries scientists
and managers in
North America.
COURSES INCLUDE:
FW 3925
Human Dimensions of
Fisheries and Wildlife
Management
FW 4401
Fish Physiology
and Behavior
PHYS 1101W
Intro College Physics I
CHEM 1062
Chemical
Principles II
ESPM 3011W
Ethics in Natural
Resources

7. researchPOTENTIAL
RESEARCH AREAS
INCLUDE:
Habitats and
Ecosystems
Community
Engagement
Invasive Species
Birds
Mammals
Fish
Reptiles and
Amphibians
Invertebrates
At the Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation
Biology department, research is essential; both in
the field and in the office, locally and
internationally. We seek answers to better manage
and understand the world's fisheries, wildlife, and
biology to conserve the world's ecosystems for the
betterment and maintenance of our world. Be a
part of the answers at the FWCB.