Undergraduate Thesis

6 credits · Undergraduate

An undergraduate thesis offers students substantial research experience, which may be helpful for proceeding to postgraduate studies. The course requirements include conducting supervised research, writing a thesis, and presenting the results orally. Students taking this course would normally be majoring in Biology, Environmental and Sustainability Studies, Forest Ecology and Management, Conservation Science and Practice, Wildlife and Fisheries, or Nature- Based Tourism Management. NRES 430 is normally taken over two semesters and requires that a student find an Undergraduate Thesis research supervisor. Students are encouraged to apply to potential supervisors well in advance of completing 90 credit hours. Prerequisite(s): 90 credit hours and permission of an Academic Supervisor and a Program Chair