Bachelor of Science in Biology - Ecology and Conservation

Iowa State University

Ecologists study the interactions and relationships that living organisms have with each other and their environment. They develop expertise in understanding the composition, distribution, and dynamic processes of the world’s ecosystems and the organisms that live there. Understanding ecology strongly complements conservation biology, or the study of our planet’s biodiversity for the sake of protecting species, habitats, and ecosystems. Ecologists and conservationists learn about behavior, biodiversity (from botany to zoology), climate, genetics, evolution, nutrient cycles, natural resources, and more. Careers in this specialization are often with non-profit environmental groups or governmental agencies aiming to protect and serve the environment and our planet’s biodiversity.

College of Liberal Arts and Sciences