Estimated Completion
36 credit hours (18+ months)
Application Process
- Admission to Tarleton State University - Graduate Studies
- Additional Program Application Requirements
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M.S. in Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences
Overview
The Department of Wildlife and Natural Resources offers a Master of Science in Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences. Students who pursue this degree will have two track options:
- The Research (Thesis) Track is designed for students who wish to gain experience through research methodology and technical writing in an original research project to be completed under the direction of a graduate faculty member.
- The Professional (Non-Thesis) Track is designed for students who desire to complete coursework that will further qualify them for public or agency employment, as well as strengthen advancement opportunities in their current or future employment.
Designed With You in Mind
Our master’s degree program offers you the ability to plan a relevant and personalized graduate experience where you’ll hone your knowledge and skills under the guidance of mentoring faculty in Wildlife, Sustainability, & Ecosystem Sciences.
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Career Opportunities
A Master of Science in Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences can lead to careers such as:
- County Extension Professional
- Wildlife Biologist
- Research Scientist
- Farm or Ranch Manager
- Natural Resource Scientist
Potential Research Experiences/Areas:
- Reproduction
- Genetics
- Nutrition
- Meat/Food Science
- Food Safety
- Ecology
- Crop Science
- Soil Science
- Environmental Science
- Wildlife Management
Career Services
Career Services offers students a wide variety of professional development opportunities that can translate into careers. A few of these programs include:
- Career counseling and My Plan
- DEI- Delta Epsilon Iota, Career Services Honor Society
- Handshake
- Mock interviews
- Resume assistance
- Texan Shadow
And many more!
Program Objectives
- Provide students with two degree track options in order to mold their education to their specific academic needs.
- Provide students with experience through research methodology and technical writing.
- Give students the option to design their program of study to emphasize their interests in specific subject matter or broad-based advanced studies.
Coursework Highlights
Non-Thesis Track
| Class | Number | Class Name |
|---|---|---|
| AGRI | 5385 | Graduate Seminar for Agriculture and Environmental Science |
| AGRI | 5390 | Special Topics |
| WSES | 5086 | Problems in Natural Resource Science |
| WSES | 5301 | Principles of Research in the Natural Resource Sciences |
| WSES | 5302 | Natural Resource Ecology |
| WSES | 5341 | Graduate Study Abroad in Natural Resource Conservation |
Thesis Track
| Class | Number | Class Name |
|---|---|---|
| AGRI | 5385 | Graduate Seminar for Agriculture and Environmental Science |
| AGRI | 5390 | Special Topics |
| AGRI | 5688 | Thesis |
For more information on courses, please refer to the university catalog.
Facilities and Features
Tarleton Student Chapter of The Wildlife Society
The Student Wildlife Society is the Tarleton student chapter of The Wildlife Society (TWS). TWS is an international, nonprofit, scientific and educational organization comprised of nearly 9,600 members from 60 countries. TWS represents professionals and students dedicated to the sustainable management of wildlife resources and their habitats.
Agriculture Center
The mission of the Tarleton State University Agriculture Center is to provide an academically progressive and diverse instructional laboratory that represents the current Agricultural Industry, as well as complements curriculum theory and principles that will enable students to acquire understanding, knowledge. and skills necessary to establish successful careers.
Pre-Vet Club
The Tarleton Pre-Vet Club was formed in 1996 to support students who are working toward a degree in Veterinary Medicine. The club was initially meant to be a networking system for students to communicate with peers, share studying tips, and give advises Since its formation, the Pre-Vet Club has become increasingly dynamic and progressive, thanks to our ambitious officers and active members.