Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences
- Ecology of Rangelands
- Physiological Ecology
- Range Improvement
- Range Nutrition
- Riparian Zone Management
- Watershed Management
Oregon State University's Department of Animal and Rangeland Sciences offers a Master of Science (M.S.) and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Rangeland Ecology and Management.
Graduate students in the Rangeland Ecology and Management program work on advancing scientific knowledge of rangeland ecosystems through the acquisition of fundamental understanding in areas such as rangeland ecology, physiology of rangeland plants, and grazing management. Students also integrate and disseminate knowledge on wildlife habitat, invasive species, fire ecology, watershed management, ecological restoration, and riparian ecology to benefit domestic and international settings.
Rangeland Ecology and Management PhD candidates may focus their program in any one of the following areas:
- Ecology of Rangelands
- Physiological Ecology
- Range Improvement
- Range Nutrition
- Riparian Zone Management
- Watershed Management
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Develop your skills in ecological research, quantitative analysis, GIS, and leadership to become an effective advocate for environmental conservation, education and justice. Apply for partial scholarships!
Earn your Master's in 1 year. Gain credentials and competencies while maintaining your work/life balance. Career coaching available to all students.
This master’s degree prepares leaders to address complex conservation issues from local to global scales and is for those seeking to make a difference in the lives and ecosystems of our planet.