--- title: "Environmental, Natural Resource and Plant Sciences B.S. Degree Program: TU CAENS" description: The TU CAENS Environmental, Natural Resource and Plant Sciences B.S. degree program offers options in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Natural Resources, Plant and Soil Sciences, Horticulture, Forestry and Wildlife/Fisheries. image: https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Fields%20of%20Study/ENRPS/ENRPS-hero.jpg --- - [College Prep Checklist](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/Rich%20Content/TSK_Campaigns_Recruitment_Checklists_Ebook_RND1_InteractiveWCover%20(1).pdf) - [Jobs & Internships](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/jobs-internships) - [Scholarships](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/scholarships) [![TU-CAENS-logo-02](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/TU-CAENS-logo-02.svg) ![TU-CAENS-logo-white](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/TU-CAENS-logo-white.svg)](https://caens.tuskegee.edu?hsLang=en) [![Tuskegee U CAENS Logo](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Logo/TSK_CAENS_LOGO_2.png?width=208&height=75&name=TSK_CAENS_LOGO_2.png)](https://caens.tuskegee.edu?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://caens.tuskegee.edu?hsLang=en) - [Fields of Study](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/javascript;?hsLang=en) - [Program Overview](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study?hsLang=en) - [Agribusiness](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/agribusiness?hsLang=en) - [Animal & Veterinary](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/anvs?hsLang=en) - [Environmental, Natural Resources & Plant](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/enrps) - [Food & Nutritional](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/fns?hsLang=en) - [CAENS Life & Programs](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/javascript;?hsLang=en) - [Life at CAENS](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/caens-life?hsLang=en) - [Stories of CAENS](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/caens-life/stories?hsLang=en) - [College Prep Checklist](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/Rich%20Content/TSK_Campaigns_Recruitment_Checklists_Ebook_RND1_InteractiveWCover%20(1).pdf?hsLang=en) - [Jobs & Internships](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/jobs-internships?hsLang=en) - [Scholarships](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/scholarships?hsLang=en) - [Home](https://caens.tuskegee.edu?hsLang=en) - [Fields of Study](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/javascript;?hsLang=en) - [Program Overview](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study?hsLang=en) - [Agribusiness](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/agribusiness?hsLang=en) - [Animal & Veterinary](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/anvs?hsLang=en) - [Environmental, Natural Resources & Plant](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/enrps) - [Food & Nutritional](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/fns?hsLang=en) - [CAENS Life & Programs](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/javascript;?hsLang=en) - [Life at CAENS](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/caens-life?hsLang=en) - [Stories of CAENS](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/caens-life/stories?hsLang=en) - [College Prep Checklist](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/Rich%20Content/TSK_Campaigns_Recruitment_Checklists_Ebook_RND1_InteractiveWCover%20(1).pdf?hsLang=en) - [Jobs & Internships](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/jobs-internships?hsLang=en) - [Scholarships](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/scholarships?hsLang=en) [Connect](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/connect?hsLang=en) ![ENRPS_1](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Fields%20of%20Study/ENRPS/ENRPS_1.svg)   ## Environmental, Natural Resource and Plant Sciences # Improving Solutions to Meet the Demands of a Global Population If you have a passion for improving the world around you, the Environmental, Natural Resource and Plant Sciences B.S. degree program offers options in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Natural Resources, Plant and Soil Sciences, Horticulture, Forestry and Wildlife/Fisheries. This program combines a variety of hands-on, creative classes in the natural sciences so that students understand the environment and its impact on humans, animals, plants, and other creatures. Discover stories from students and faculty to understand how they’re using Environmental, Natural Resource and Plant Sciences to turn their passion into their profession.  [UNDERGRADUATE INFORMATION](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/enrps#undergrad) [GRADUATE INFORMATION](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/fields-of-study/enrps#grad) ![ENRPS-divider](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/uplift/ENRPS-divider.svg) ## Undergraduate Degree Programs The Environmental, Natural Resource and Plant Sciences B.S. degree program offers options in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Natural Resources, Plant and Soil Sciences, Horticulture, Forestry and Wildlife/Fisheries. For sample curriculums guides, explore each concentration below! [EXPLORE OPTIONS](https://www.tuskegee.edu/academics/colleges-schools/caens/Animal-Environmental-Natural-Resource-Plant-Sciences-Program.html) ![Environmental Science](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Fields%20of%20Study/ENRPS/tu-imagesENRPS-environmentalscience.png?width=966&height=696&name=tu-imagesENRPS-environmentalscience.png) ### Environmental Sciences How do human activities affect our environment and its resources? This interdisciplinary option allows students to dig into possible solutions to important environmental issues so that they will be prepared for fulfilling careers in environmental science, environmental law, policy making, government regulators, environmental activism, and related fields.  ![Environmental Health](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Fields%20of%20Study/ENRPS/tu-imagesENRPS-environmentalhealth.png?width=966&height=696&name=tu-imagesENRPS-environmentalhealth.png) ### Environmental Health How does the environment influence human health and disease, and how do we identify and address these risk factors? This interdisciplinary option provides students with knowledge of just that, while preparing students for challenging roles such as toxicologists, environmental health specialists, public health specialists, environmental scientists, health policy analysts, and more. ![Natural Resources](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Fields%20of%20Study/ENRPS/tu-imagesENRPS-naturalresources.png?width=966&height=696&name=tu-imagesENRPS-naturalresources.png) ### Natural Resources If you’re interested in a broad-based scientific background related to the management, sustainability and use of our natural resources, this interdisciplinary option provides students with a foundation for a promising future. Students will be prepared for exciting careers in conservation, resource planning and management, fish and wildlife conservation, park ranging, and related roles. ![Forestry Wildlife Fisheries](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/TU%20CAENS%20Forestry.png?width=996&height=696&name=TU%20CAENS%20Forestry.png) ### Forestry, Wildlife, and Fisheries This unique program (3+1+1) has many partner universities and still trains the next generation of natural resource research scientists. Students spend three years at Tuskegee University before transferring to a host university for their senior year and later graduate studies (approximately 90% of these undergraduates continue to pursue professional or graduate degrees. You will be prepared to protect, conserve and manage our nation’s fish and natural resources for a variety of rewarding career options including park rangers, forest managers, land use planners, wildlife biologists, ecologists, fisheries biologists, zookeepers and wildlife area managers.     ![Plant Soil Sciences](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Fields%20of%20Study/ENRPS/tu-imagesENRPS-plantsoilsciences.png?width=966&height=696&name=tu-imagesENRPS-plantsoilsciences.png) ### Plant and Soil Sciences Discover the depth of what it takes to help crop producers feed a growing population while conserving natural resources. Students will learn how to conserve our soil and water resources, including obtaining knowledge of plant/soil ecosystems as it relates to the production of plants. You will be prepared for rewarding careers in soil conservation, crop advising, extension, crop breeding, crop biotechnology, and related fields. ![Horticulture](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hs-fs/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/Fields%20of%20Study/ENRPS/tu-imagesENRPS-horticulture.png?width=966&height=696&name=tu-imagesENRPS-horticulture.png) ### Horticulture Discover how to help plants grow better with this option that focuses on the production, physiology and management of horticultural crops such as fruits, vegetables and ornamentals. Students will be prepared for rewarding careers in greenhouse management, floral design, crop production, landscape design and nursery management. ![ENRPS-divider2](https://caens.tuskegee.edu/hubfs/2023%20TU%20CAENS%20Site%20Refresh/uplift/ENRPS-divider2.svg) ## Graduate Degree Programs The Environmental, Natural Resource and Plant Sciences B.S. degree program offers options in Environmental Science, Environmental Health, Natural Resources, Plant and Soil Sciences, Horticulture, Forestry and Wildlife/Fisheries. ### M.S. Environmental Management ###### (Online Only) This program provides two options, an on-campus thesis option and an online non-thesis option for the MS in Environmental Management. Students complete a total of ~30 credit hours and can select from specialty areas such as climate change, watershed management, environmental health, fate and transport of environmental toxicants, soil health, and nutrient and ecosystem management.  This program is flexible in terms of research and course work so that students can achieve their career-inspired and individual objectives. The online-only program seeks to provide advanced training in technical and managerial skills in working with a variety of public, private and non-profit entities in the areas of environmental protection, sustainable practices and compliance in the workplace, and is ideal for potential students who are already in the workforce to obtain advanced training while on the job. [Learn more](https://www.tuskegee.edu/academics/colleges-schools/caens/MS-Degree-in-Environmental-Management-Program.html) ### M.S. Environmental Science ###### (Residential and Online Options) The MS Environmental Science degree offers two program options, an on-campus thesis program and an online-only non-thesis option. Each option requires students to complete a total of ~30 credit hours and choose between multiple program focuses, including specialty areas such as climate change, watershed management, environmental health, fate and transport of environmental toxicants, soil health, and nutrient and ecosystem management. This program is flexible in terms of research and course work so that students can achieve their career-inspired and individual objectives.   The online program is designed for working professionals and others who wish to complete an advanced program to meet new career goals, and the project can be completed in cooperation with employers. [Learn more](https://www.tuskegee.edu/academics/colleges-schools/caens/MS-Degree-in-Environmental-Science-Program.html) ### M.S. Plant and Soil Science Expand your knowledge with a thesis or non-thesis (project) program with an MS in Plant and Soil Sciences, where you can select from specialty areas such as biotechnology, breeding, genetics, organic farming and more. This program is flexible in terms of research and course work so that students can achieve their career-inspired and individual objectives. Students are required to complete a total of ~30 credit hours for degree completion that will enable them to pursue further studies or advance in their careers.  [learn more](https://www.tuskegee.edu/academics/colleges-schools/caens/MS-Degree-in-Plant-Soil-Sciences-Program.html) ### Ph.D. Degree in Agricultural & Environmental Sciences Engineering The program offers a wide variety of opportunities and integration at the interface of agriculture, environmental sciences and engineering in addressing national and global agricultural and environmental challenges of the 21st century.  Students in this program may select from one of three thrust areas of specialization: 1. Environmental and Natural Resource Sciences Engineering 2. Renewable Energy, Bioenergy and Biomass Conversion 3. Food Science and Food Processing [Learn More](https://www.tuskegee.edu/academics/colleges-schools/caens/Ph.D-Degree-in-Agricultural-Environmental-Sciences-Engineering.html) #### Still Have Questions? 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