Curriculum
The coursework in Oregon State's online Graduate Certificate in Wildlife Management is designed to improve your breadth of knowledge and understanding of critical wildlife ecology management issues, thus preparing you for advancement in the field. For curriculum details, please visit OSU's academic catalog.
Required courses (18 credits)
- FW 506 – Capstone (3)
- Human dimensions core – Choose from one of six approved courses (3-4)
- Wildlife sciences and management core – Choose two to three approved courses (11-12)
The Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences' wildlife management certificate webpage contains additional information on available courses and other curriculum specifics.
Additional program features
Capstone project
The required capstone project is a synthesis paper or outreach project that you will develop with a mentor from Oregon State, a natural resource agency or your place of employment.
Notice: Oregon State University students may now take part in internships anywhere in the United States. Read more about Ecampus’ authorization and compliance.
Important dates
These are the start dates for OSU’s next two terms. However, this program only admits for fall, winter and spring terms.
See our academic calendar for our full quarter term schedule.
Degree quick facts
* Oregon State University is on a quarter-term system. There are four quarters each year and classes are 11 weeks long. This program's 18 quarter credits are equal to 12 semester credits.
† Based on current tuition rates. No additional charge for nonresident students. Does not include course materials and associated fees and expenses.
‡ You can complete all or nearly all requirements of this program online. View the curriculum.
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View required or recommended deadlines for your student type on our application deadlines page.
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