Forest Sciences

Program Overview

If you have an inquisitive mind and want to unravel the mysteries of nature, Forest Sciences could be for you. As a student in this academically challenging program, you’ll improve your understanding of forest wildlife, fires, insects, diseases, soil, tree genetics, and forest regeneration. You’ll also learn how to ask and approach important questions like: How do plants and animals in forest ecosystems react to insects and disease, climate change, pollution, harvesting, and recreational use? How can we sustain the biological diversity of our forests while meeting our resource needs? As a Forest Sciences student, you’ll: Complete extensive, hands-on lab or field work. Take part in one or two, week-long field schools at the Alex Fraser Research Forest in Williams Lake BC, and the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest in Maple Ridge, BC. Honours students will write an original, six-credit thesis under the supervision of a faculty member in your final year.