Interest Area: Biological Sciences
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Wildlife Ecology
Wildlife ecology aims to meet the complex needs of wildlife in a human-dominated world, including the conservation of wildlife species and their habitats. Wildlife ecology students are prepared to work…
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Plant Science and Technology
The study of plants is crucial for the survival of humankind and of the planet. Plant science and technology is the science of cultivated plants and combines the latest in…
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Plant Pathology
Plant pathology is the study of plants, the diseases that affect them, and how external factors influence plant health. Plant pathology students are prepared to find employment in education, biotechnology…
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Nutritional Sciences, Nutrition and Dietetics
Nutritional sciences, nutrition and dietetics is an ACEND-accredited program that explores nutrition through clinical and management courses. and prepares students for postgraduate training required to become registered dietitian nutritionists (RDN).…
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Nutritional Sciences
Nutritional sciences is the study of how diet impacts health and disease on a biochemical and physiological basis. Nutritional sciences students are prepared for health and research careers in a…
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Microbiology
The smallest living things—including bacteria, viruses, and yeast—may not be visible to the human eye, but they have big effects on health, food, medicine, energy, and the environment. Microbiology students…
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Global Health
Global health is about improving health for everyone, while considering the connections among people, animals, plants, and the planet. Global health students are prepared for local and international careers in…
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Genetics in a Modern World
The genetics in a modern world certificate is open to all UW–Madison students. This 12-credit certificate program explores the relationship between modern genetics, research, and society.
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Genetics and Genomics
Genetics and genomics explores how genetic material shapes life — inside cells, within individual organisms and across populations. The Genetics and Genomics major provides a solid foundation for careers in…
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Forest Science
Forest science relies on scientific principles, tools, and social values to understand, manage, and sustain forests and trees in the face of environmental and social changes. Forest science students are…
