Forest management, deforestation, forestry, ecosystem conservation…
Forest and Nature Conservation Master programme at Wageningen University
You read about it every day. Deforestation, ecosystem conservation…. Forest and nature areas are complex land use systems that have come under increasing ecological, social and economic pressure. In obtaining your Master of Science degree during this two-year programme at Wageningen University, you will learn about forest management, deforestation, forestry, ecosystem conservation, wildlife management, social aspects of nature and more. The study programme Forest and Nature Conservation aims at the understanding, management and policy related issues of forest and nature areas within all climatic zones, including the tropics. On a local level, the exploitation of biological resources, changes in hydrological and other environmental conditions as well as different stakeholder interests are important. And on a global level focus areas are, how to deal with climate change, sustainable management, deforestation, resource degradation, the demand for biodiversity and ecotourism. Are you interested?
Forest and Nature Conservation study outline
The Master Forest and Nature Conservation consists of various courses, an internship and a research thesis. Furthermore, three specialisations (Policy and Society, Management, Ecology) offer you a consistent, coherent and feasible package of courses. They reflect the specialised research areas of the departments (Chair Groups) contributing to the tailor-made programme.
Your future career as a Forest and Nature Conservationist
Wageningen’s Forest and Nature Conservation graduates find employment in many different organisations both nationally and internationally. These include jobs at research institutes, governmental and non-governmental organisations, engineering firms, consultancies and financial institutes. See what Wageningen’s Forest and Nature Conservation alumni have to say about their careers and the time they spent at Wageningen University.
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Contact
| Study adviser Forest and Nature Conservation |
Student coach Forest and Nature Conservation |
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Dr. Wim Braakhekke
mfn.msc@wur.nl
+31 (0)317 482608
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 Hielke is the student coach of Forest and Nature Conservation. He is a student, and can help you with all your questions about the possibilities after your Bachelor studies. Please click on Student Coach for more information.
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Fairs and visits
Come to Wageningen on the Master Open Day. It is a good opportunity to ask all your questions, see presentations and get a taste of the atmosphere.
Student for a Day
Walk along individually with one student? For more information mail to the students of the study association: wsbv.sylvatica@wur.nl
Meet us in your country? More information on the dates of the international education fairs where Wageningen University will present itself.
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