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Ecology and Evolution Specialization

For students pursuing a BS in Biology, the Ecology and Evolution Specialization could be for you! This specialization provides a strong scientific background for students who want to prepare for careers in fields such as conservative biology, genomic sciences, and bioinformatics. Faculty and students in Ecology and Evolution study how the diversity of life has evolved, and how organisims interact with each other and the environment. After completing this program, most students attend graduate school to further their skills and experience for careers in government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and academic institutions.

Skills to Learn

• Problem solving and hypothesis testing
• Critical thinking and scientific literacy
• Understanding of the natural world
• Management and analysis of big data
• Spatial analyses using geographic
information systems
• Scientific writing and communication

Careers to Explore

• Wildlife Conservation
• Environmental Education
• Health Sciences
• Natural Resource Management
• Bioinformatics and Computational Biology
• Genomic Sciences
• Climate Change Solutions
• Ecosystem Restoration
• Paleontology and Museum Curation

Special Perks

• Opportunities for hands-on research and
experiential learning
• Fieldwork on Long Island and abroad
• Participation in SBU’s multidisciplinary
“Collaborative for the Earth,” an initiative
that seeks to develop solutions to harmful
effects of climate change

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For more information visit the Biology website here