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Bachelors Degrees in Forestry Worldwide

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Forestry BSc

University of Alberta Canada

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Agriculture, forestry and veterinary sciences - Agricultural Engineering Bachelor Degree

University of Agriculture in Krakow Poland

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Ecological Science (Forestry) CD15 BSc (Hons)

University of Edinburgh United Kingdom

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Forestry and Environmental Management BS

Elizabethtown College United States

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Environmental Management BA

University of Manchester, School of Environment, Education and Development United Kingdom

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Sustainable Forest Management Bachelor Degree

HAMK H盲me University of Applied Sciences Finland

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Forest Ecology and Management BSc, BSc (Hons), MSc, PhD

University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) Canada

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Study a Forestry degree abroad in 2025

Modern forestry covers a broad range of areas, including the actual forests, as well the ecosystems that live within them, such as wildlife and water systems. Forestry is the science of creating, managing, using, conserving and repairing forests, woodlands, and other resources for human and environmental benefits. It is practised in plantations and in natural forests. You may learn about the provision of timber, wildlife habitat, natural water quality management, landscape design, biodiversity management, erosion control, and the environmental impact of forestry, among other things. In today's society, where we are in need of natural resources, foresters are in high demand.

Depending on your institution and course, you may be able to specialise in a chosen area towards the end of your course. Common specialisations include:

  • Forest Ecology
  • Forest Management
  • Forest Harvesting
  • Applied Forest Economics
  • Agroforestry
  • Silviculture
  • Forest Health

If your course requires you to write a dissertation, you will be able to research an area of forestry that you favour, allowing you to specialise even further.

The award you will gain on successful completion of your degree depends on the country in which you study, and your institution of choice. Some institutions may only offer a standard certification, such as a bachelor of science. Other institutions may be accredited by national forestry bodies, such as the Forestry Commission or Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) in the UK, or the Society of American Foresters (SAF) in the USA. You should check the courses you are interested in to find out about their specific accreditation.

Once you have finished your degree, you may need to gain extra accreditation before you can go into forestry. This varies from country to country, so make sure you are aware of any restrictions.

Careers in Forestry

Forestry graduates will be able to find employment in a wide range of career paths. A forestry degree provides students with a number of transferable skills, such as research ability, laboratory skills, logical thinking, and a knowledge of environmental and sustainability issues.

Some graduates may choose to work in the forestry field, for example as a conservation officer, forest ranger, forestry science or conservation scientist, among other roles. Some graduates may gain employment in related fields, such as agriculture.

When studying for a degree in forestry, you will have to study modules in different scientific areas, such as biology or biodiversity. You may also be required to undertake modules that are specific to forestry, for example sustainability, environmental management, as well as learning about the technology used in forestry, like geographical information systems (GIS).

Your degree may be delivered in a mixture of modes. This could involve classroom work, laboratory work and potentially spending some time in a work experience placement. This work experience may be taken on campus, or it may be taken in partnership with another body or company.

On average, an undergraduate degree in forestry will last around three to four years. Foundation degrees, diplomas and certificates will take up to two years, if studied full-time.

When you have completed your undergraduate degree, you will be able to either seek employment, or continue your studies. You may choose to take a postgraduate degree, such as a masters degree, a PhD, or a graduate diploma or certificate. If you choose to obtain a further degree, you may be able to study a more specific area of forestry.

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