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Fisheries, Range, and Wildlife Management: Wildlife Emphasis (B.S.)

Department of Biology
Wildlife Management seeks to preserve and protect wildlife and their natural habitats. Using biology and conservation science, wildlife biologists research and maintain wildlife populations and ecosystems. They not only seek to maintain healthy wildlife populations, but also work to conserve habitats and all the life within.

Introduction to Wildlife Management

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The Bachelor’s of Science degree in Fisheries, Range, and Wildlife Management at BYU-Idaho trains students in conservation and the science of the natural world. The emphasis in Wildlife prepares students specifically in the biology and ecology of wild animals, the conservation of habitats and natural ecosystems, and in research methods.

You’ll learn about:

  • Biology, the science of living things.
  • Ecology, the science of how living things interact with one another.
  • Conservation, the protection of the natural world.
  • Scientific research, writing, and literature comprehension.

The coursework required fulfills requirements for state and federal hiring prerequisites.

Highlighted Courses

Develop knowledge and skills in wildlife biology, ecology, and conservation through courses in animal behavior, habitat management, and environmental science to prepare for careers or graduate studies in wildlife biology, natural resource management, or related conservation fields.
Range Management
October 31, 2025 08:38 AM
BIO 225
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Range Plant Taxonomy
October 31, 2025 08:41 AM
BIO 252
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Ecology II
October 30, 2025 11:00 AM
BIO 303
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Principles of Wildlife Management
March 09, 2026 12:33 PM
BIO351
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Natural Resources Law and Policy
March 09, 2026 12:35 PM
BIO423
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Range and Wildland Plant Ecology
October 31, 2025 08:52 AM
BIO 393
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Ornithology
October 31, 2025 09:40 AM
BIO 446
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Evolutionary Science
October 30, 2025 11:11 AM
BIO 475
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Salary Outlook for BYUI Graduates

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1 year

$28,680

Average Salary

5 years

$53,040

Average Salary

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This data is based on outcomes for BYU-Idaho graduates with a degree in this major, using federal Post-Secondary Employment Outcomes (PSEO) data. It reflects actual earnings and employment over time, rather than job market estimates.

Career Possibilities for Wildlife Management

Graduates with a degree in Wildlife Management have a wide array of rewarding careers before them. Check out some of the top careers students get with this degree or explore more career options in I-Plan.

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Data Source: Industry and occupation employment and wage estimates are modeled using data from Lightcast, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other public sources. Figures are estimates and actual outcomes may vary by employer, experience, and location.

Dive Deeper Into Wildlife Management

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What You Can Do with a Wildlife Management Degree
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AI in Academics

At BYU-Idaho, we are strategically integrating Artificial Intelligence to enhance academic excellence and prepare our students for an evolving world.

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AI in Wildlife Management
You will gain a modern professional edge by learning to leverage AI for advanced GIS mapping and automated data analysis to track population trends with greater precision. Additionally, the program integrates AI tools to help you craft high-impact resumes and professional documents, ensuring you are prepared to stand out in the natural resource job market.
Advance Knowledge, Enhancing Learning, and Developing Workforce Readiness
AI in Academics means learning to advance knowledge, enhancing learning, and developing workforce readiness through tools that support (not replace) your effort and integrity.

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