Lexington,
KY,
United States
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
The Natural Resources and Environmental Science (NRES) degree is a cross-disciplinary curriculum offering the expertise, practical abilities, and hands-on training needed for professions in environmental fields, resource conservation, ecological consulting, and related areas. Through studies spanning both scientific and societal perspectives, students can customize their education by choosing specialized focus areas in both technical skills and environmental topics as core components of their studies. The NRES curriculum prioritizes real-world application via summer field programs, professional placements, investigative studies, and additional experiential opportunities.