What You Can Do with a Major in Natural Resources

When I first came into college as a Freshman, I had no idea what major I wanted to pursue, or even how to go about searching for a good fit. I signed up for general education classes, and then dove into the world of undergraduate research, trying to find a degree that I would like to pursue. Now, two years later, I am a Senior majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. I am happy with the major that I chose, however along the way I discovered several other majors that seemed interesting. One very neat major that I found was Natural Resources. In this article I hope to convey the purpose of a major in Natural Resources and include the general degree requirements as well as possible careers that you could obtain by seeking this major.

With a college degree in Natural Resources, you typically will be prepared to work in an industry based around the environment. Job sectors that you may be involved in could be universities, environmental firms and non-profit organizations. In Natural Resources, you will be prepared to work in a field of examining environmental problems. Students in this major can concentrate in either Policy and Administration or Ecosystem Assessment.

Some courses that you may take when pursuing an undergraduate degree in Natural Resouces would include: Soil Science, Natural Resource Management and Ecology.

A major in Natural Resources would be good for those interested in studying nature as well as managing and monitoring the status of our environment. You would develop skills in critical thinking, measuring, monitoring, and assessment.

Some possible career opportunities with a major in Natural Resources include: Research Technician, Environmental Regulator, and Consultant.

The average starting salary for someone graduating with a degree in Natural Resources is around $33,000.

Natural Resources is just one among thousands of possible college majors. If you are interested in pursuing this degree, or finding out more, you may want to contact your local university for more information. You could also consider an internship with a federal agency monitoring the environment. If this major is right for you, then I'm glad you found this article. If you don't feel like it's a good fit, I recommend keeping your options open. It took me two years to find the right major for me, so don't give up. Keep doing your research, and you are sure to find the right college major for you!

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