Pre-Vet Wildlife Sciences | Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources Skip to main menu Skip to spotlight region Skip to secondary region Skip to UGA region Skip to Tertiary region Skip to Quaternary region Skip to unit footer Slideshow Banner Image: Pre-Vet Wildlife Sciences About this Degree Not all veterinarians work in an office. For students who have a passion for working with wild animals, the pre-vet wildlife sciences area of emphasis is a good fit. This option fulfills all course requirements for entrance into UGA's College of Veterinary Medicine . This is a good option whether a student has a desire to work with animals in a conservation setting, or focus on zoonotic diseases. This program is part of Warnell's Fisheries and Wildlife degree. What you will learn Classes in this area of emphasis include animal behavior, wildlife physiology and nutrition, and wildlife diseases. These are in addition to many of the organismal biology courses (herpetology, mammalogy, ornithology, etc.) taken by all wildlife students. Other Academic Information Course Sequences Course descriptions Other Programs Offered: Students pursuing the pre-vet wildlife sciences area of emphasis in the fisheries and wildlife major may be able to complete one or more of the following programs alongside their major. Water Resources certificate Biology minor Ecology minor Environmental Education Certificate Sustainability Certificate Student Organizations Warnell Pre-Vet Club Employment Information Possible Job Titles Possible Job Titles: Zookeeper Rehabilitation center specialist Wildlife conservation specialist Veterinarian Employers Employers: Students in this program may go on to veterinary school at UGA or elsewhere. But many others continue to graduate programs that focus on One Health and issues affecting wildlife populations across the United States and the world. Other Relevant Information Research General Research Information: Students can find opportunities to work with faculty research projects that focus on zoonotic diseases and parasites. Many students plug in to projects through the Southeast Wildlife Disease Center. Interesting Facts Interesting Facts: Vet school is one option for graduates, but many also choose to continue in research or work at animal rehabilitation centers. 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