Forestry | Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources
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Forestry | Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources
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About this Degree
Forestry is a major economic engine in the South, and forest products are used in thousands of products. Our program, regarded as one of the top five in the country, teaches students how to sustainably manage forest lands to meet society's demands for wood, clean water, wildlife habitat, recreation, conservation of forest flora and fauna, and emerging stresses on forest ecosystems.
The educational program in forestry leading to the BSFR degree is accredited by the
Society of American Foresters (SAF)
under its Forestry standard.
What you will learn
The curriculum stresses hands-on field experience, teamwork, and developing critical thinking skills through problem analysis.
Classes give students a sound understanding of forest ecosystems, the ways people view and use the forest, and management tools and concepts applied in forest conservation and management. Topics include soils and hydrology, economics, spatial analysis, silviculture, and harvesting.
Other Academic Information
Course Sequences
Curriculum
Student Organizations
SAF Forestry Club
Employment Information
Possible Job Titles
Possible Job Titles:
Forester
Land Manager
Consultant
Wood Supply Forester
Land Investment Analyst
Employers
Employers:
Forestry majors are in high demand, and most students have multiple job offers upon graduation. Graduates may go on to work as a forester or land manager for state or federal agencies, as an environmental consultant, forestry consultant, wood supply forester or land investment analyst.
Learn more about our
Forestry Placement Rates
.
Other Relevant Information
Research
General Research Information:
Students may produce research through the Senior Thesis class taken senior year, or learn research skills by taking part in faculty research.
Interesting Facts
Interesting Facts:
This major is in demand among employers, with many more jobs available than there are graduates!
What can't you do with a degree in...
Gain a better understanding of the outdoor economy with a minor in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management. This minor complements a range of majors, including hospitality, business, environmental sciences, or sport management.
Connect people with the outdoors with a major in parks, recreation, and tourism management. This program is ideal for anyone who wants to work outdoors and teach others about the environment.
Learn from one of the oldest and most prestigious forestry programs in the country when you minor in Forestry.
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Learn more about giving
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Every dollar given has a direct impact upon our students and faculty.
Get in touch
Warnell School of Forestry
and Natural Resources
University of Georgia
180 E Green Street
Athens, GA 30602-2152
Phone:
706-542-2686
Fax:
706-542-8356
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Forestry
About this Degree
Forestry is a major economic engine in the South, and forest products are used in thousands of products. Our program, regarded as one of the top five in the country, teaches students how to sustainably manage forest lands to meet society's demands for wood, clean water, wildlife habitat, recreation, conservation of forest flora and fauna, and emerging stresses on forest ecosystems.
The educational program in forestry leading to the BSFR degree is accredited by the
Society of American Foresters (SAF)
under its Forestry standard.
What you will learn
The curriculum stresses hands-on field experience, teamwork, and developing critical thinking skills through problem analysis.
Classes give students a sound understanding of forest ecosystems, the ways people view and use the forest, and management tools and concepts applied in forest conservation and management. Topics include soils and hydrology, economics, spatial analysis, silviculture, and harvesting.
Other Academic Information
Course Sequences
Curriculum
Student Organizations
SAF Forestry Club
Employment Information
Possible Job Titles
Possible Job Titles:
Forester
Land Manager
Consultant
Wood Supply Forester
Land Investment Analyst
Employers
Employers:
Forestry majors are in high demand, and most students have multiple job offers upon graduation. Graduates may go on to work as a forester or land manager for state or federal agencies, as an environmental consultant, forestry consultant, wood supply forester or land investment analyst.
Learn more about our
Forestry Placement Rates
.
Other Relevant Information
Research
General Research Information:
Students may produce research through the Senior Thesis class taken senior year, or learn research skills by taking part in faculty research.
Interesting Facts
Interesting Facts:
This major is in demand among employers, with many more jobs available than there are graduates!
What can't you do with a degree in...
Gain a better understanding of the outdoor economy with a minor in Parks, Recreation, and Tourism Management. This minor complements a range of majors, including hospitality, business, environmental sciences, or sport management.
Connect people with the outdoors with a major in parks, recreation, and tourism management. This program is ideal for anyone who wants to work outdoors and teach others about the environment.
Learn from one of the oldest and most prestigious forestry programs in the country when you minor in Forestry.
More Majors and Degrees
Support Warnell
We appreciate your financial support. Your gift is important to us and helps support critical opportunities for students and faculty alike, including lectures, travel support, and any number of educational events that augment the classroom experience.
Learn more about giving
.
Every dollar given has a direct impact upon our students and faculty.
Get in touch
Warnell School of Forestry
and Natural Resources
University of Georgia
180 E Green Street
Athens, GA 30602-2152
Phone:
706-542-2686
Fax:
706-542-8356
Login for Faculty and Staff
Submit a Student Complaint