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Forestry (U641) - Undergraduate University (4 years)

Program of StudyOccupations of GraduatesWork ProspectsWork Facts
What You'll Study | What You'll Need | Program Facts | Number of Graduates | Similar Programs
 

What You'll Study


This program covers ecology, harvesting, resource management, wildlife, wood science, and forestry economics.

You'll study subjects such as forest biology, mensuration (measurement), and management; genetics; wood science; and tree identification.


Program Facts


The program is offered in every province except Newfoundland, Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, Manitoba, and Saskatchewan.

The program is offered in both official languages in New Brunswick.

Some institutions offer a co-op program, combining work and study.

What You'll Need


A high school diploma with high marks in mathematics, chemistry, physics, and biology.

Quebec students must have a Diploma of Collegial Studies in science.


Number of Graduates


In 2000, 491 students graduated from this program, a 51% increase from 5 years earlier.


Similar Educational Programs


These are similar programs of study to investigate.

Biology (U620)

Environmental and Conservation Technologies (C640)

Forestry Technologies (C641)

Protection and Correction Services (C841)

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