Program Overview

Natural Resource Management Program

The Natural Resource Management program is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of natural resource management. The program focuses on the study of natural resources, their conservation, and rational use.

Program Details

• Mode of study: Extramural
• Level of study: Bachelor
• Direction of preparation: Ecology and Nature Management
• Department: Institute of Environmental Engineering
• Training period: 4 years 6 months
• Language of study: Russian

Profession

Natural resources form the basis of a modern, effective development strategy in all countries. The profession of ecologist is not only about knowledge of nature but also the basis for the socio-economic development of modern society. Graduates of this program will be equipped to address questions such as how to use natural resources correctly, preserve and multiply them, stop global pollution, and understand the circular economy.

Educational Process

From the first days of study, students begin to understand the basics of natural resources management, get acquainted with professionals, conduct scientific research, and study in various research institutes and laboratories. The program is focused on the study of natural resources, their conservation, and rational use. Students gain knowledge in specialized disciplines such as:

• Environmentally safe land use
• Natural Resource Management
• Fundamentals of circular Economy in the context of sustainable development
• GIS in ecology and nature management
• Resource-saving technologies Basic disciplines such as Ecology, Geology, Soil Science, Biology, Landscape Science, and Foreign Language are also covered, allowing for the training of a professional ecologist on an international level.

Practice

The profession of ecologist involves understanding the structure and functioning of natural and technogenic ecosystems and learning how to manage natural resources. Students undergo both academic and professional internships starting from the first year, which allows them to consolidate and deepen theoretical knowledge and gain necessary competences. Training practices take place in many regions of Russia, and industrial internships acquaint students with the activities of ecologists in research, consulting, non-profit organizations, laboratories, government agencies, and industrial enterprises.

Career

The educational program is primarily focused on the labor markets in the production sector, housing and communal services, scientific and design organizations, and management bodies. Graduates can work as ecologists, health, safety, and environmental specialists. Activities in the sphere of ecology and natural resources management are in great demand in all regions of the world and all sectors of the economy. Labor market development is associated with the industrial sector's interest in improving its environmental performance and promoting the ideas of a green economy, sustainable development, and environmental ethics. Graduates successfully work in the production sector, executive and legislative bodies, design and exploration organizations, national parks, and nature reserves.