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With more than 150 years of experience educating future leaders in plant, animal and environmentally-focused sciences, Oregon State University is here to help you pursue a new career in one of these fields without uprooting your life.

Our nationally ranked bachelor's programs are finely tuned for studying complex STEM subjects online, and the Oregon State faculty who teach online are world-renowned for their work in conservation and natural sciences. Join us to gain the skills and knowledge you need to understand, cultivate and protect our natural world – then go out there and make a difference.

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20 undergraduate programs in conservation and natural sciences available

 

Undergraduate degrees (14)

Agricultural Sciences

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Design your own degree in agriculture through flexible curriculum that spans subjects such as agriculture production, leadership, agribusiness, world food crops and sustainability.

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Botany

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Study the biology of plants and fungi through subjects like plant structure, biodiversity and genetics to better understand human impact on plant and ecological systems.

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Crop and Soil Science

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Dig deep into crop and soil science with courses related to natural systems, field crop agriculture, water and soil resource management, and sustainable agriculture practices.

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Environmental Sciences

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Pursue a rigorous, integrative education in science and policy as you learn to address global challenges like climate change, pollution and biodiversity loss as an environmentally focused scientist or analyst.

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Environmental Economics and Policy

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Develop a strong economic skill set – supplemented by education in biological, physical or social sciences – as you prepare for a multifaceted career in environmental analysis.

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Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Learn how to maintain balance for fish, wildlife and the delicate environments they live in through science-based curriculum that emphasizes applied ecological principles.

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Geography and Geospatial Science

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Use the power of big data analysis and visualization technologies to explore humanity's relationship with our physical environment and natural, cultural and built resources.

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Horticulture

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Grow your skills in horticultural production through the study of topics such as plant pathology, pest and weed management, applied ecology and agricultural policy.

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Marine Studies

B.A. or B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Navigate social, political and cultural issues of marine systems through the lens of the humanities, arts and sciences — with a focus on sustainability.

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Natural Resources

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Explore natural and social sciences through a customizable curriculum that considers the interrelationship between our planet's resources and the human dimensions that impact them.

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Rangeland Sciences

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Study the ecological, socioeconomic and policy aspects of rangeland management as you prepare yourself for a wide-open career in conserving and managing ecosystems and their resources.

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Sustainability

B.S. (Postbaccalaureate or double degree)
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Gain interdisciplinary expertise in sustainable practices through this double-degree program, and build a career that can impact all aspects of global business, politics, economics and society.

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Tourism, Recreation and Adventure Leadership

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Learn how to facilitate outdoor experiences that respect and protect natural resources and cultural heritage. Gain real-world skills from a program focused on sustainability, justice and equity.

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Zoology

B.S.
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Study the vast field of animal biology – from DNA to ecosystems – and gain a broad scientific foundation that will prepare you for a wide range of careers in the life sciences.

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Undergraduate certificates (4)

Geographic Information Science (GIScience)

Undergraduate Certificate
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Discover how to use geographic information technologies, and develop a skill set that is highly valued in science, natural resources, government, industry and business.

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Humanitarian Engineering

Undergraduate Certificate
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Build technical engineering skills and learn to analyze the social, environmental and economic context as you work with underserved populations to help gain safe access to vital resources.

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Organic Farming Systems

Undergraduate Certificate
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Gain the technical skills and knowledge to make agricultural and food systems environmentally, economically and socially sustainable as you build a career in organic farming.

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Urban Agriculture

Undergraduate Certificate
Overview    |    Careers    |    Skills

Learn how to capitalize on new agricultural markets that are not addressed by traditional rural farming through innovative farming techniques that produce dynamic food systems.

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Undergraduate microcredentials (2)

General Chemistry

Microcredential
Overview    |    Classes    |    Skills

Learn important chemical principles and theories, develop safe laboratory practices and broaden your understanding of the societal implications of chemistry.

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Outdoor Recreation Resource Management

Microcredential
Overview    |    Classes    |    Skills

Develop practical knowledge and skills for the strategic management of parks and outdoor recreation, including sustainable water and land resource management.

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Learn more about Oregon State’s online bachelor’s degrees, master’s programs and graduate certificates focused on conservation and natural sciences.

Andrea Fuchs, an Oregon State University Ecampus graduate in fisheries and wildlife sciences, stands on the OSU campus in Corvallis in June 2019.
You are more than you think you are. You can fight for yourself. You can earn your degree. It's possible. And it's such a great experience.”
Andrea Fuchs
B.S. in Fisheries and Wildlife Sciences
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