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Forestry degrees abroad
Forestry programs teach students about the ecological, economic and social characteristics of the world’s forests. It’s an interdisciplinary field that includes elements of geography, zoology, conservation and biology.
You’ll study the principles behind forest management and learn how to protect the ecosystems from the ongoing threats of climate change, pollution and deforestation. You’ll consider how the landscapes have changed over time and explore the different species of plants and animals that continue to reside there.
With forests covering around 30% of the world’s land area, there are so many beautiful study abroad destinations available for students. Although you can read about different forests in textbooks and online, it’s no substitute for visiting them in person.
Forestry program structure
Forestry is most commonly studied as a bachelor’s degree over three or four years. Although it’s optional, most universities encourage students to complete a 12-month placement between their second and final years. Sandwich years are a great way to try out careers, deepen your knowledge and build industry contacts.
If you’re hoping to discover America’s great forests by moving to the US, you’ll study a bachelor of science over at least four years. You’ll take liberal arts classes in the first two years of your program before declaring a major in forestry at the end of your second year.
Students looking to boost their employability or secure research positions might consider enrolling in a postgraduate program. Master’s and doctoral degrees challenge you to narrow your focus and specialize in a particular branch of the forestry. MSc programs normally take one or two years, with PhDs adding several more years on top.
Your timetable will likely consist of lectures, seminars, tutorials, practical laboratories, outdoor workshops, and field trips.
Every university’s forestry program will cover slightly different content because they’ll be influenced by local ecosystems and landscapes. However, most forestry courses will introduce students to these core topics:
- Forest ecology
- Ecosystem structure and function
- Forest management
- Conservation and protection
- Forest policy and governance
- Measuring trees and forests
- Forest operations and industry
- 21st-century forestry
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Forestry study abroad programs
Forestry undergraduate programs
Bachelor's in forestry
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Forestry - BSC - Top Up (Hons) University of Cumbria, UK
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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16,125 USD
Fee in university's local currency 12,800 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Forestry - BSc University of Kentucky, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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29,050 USD
Fee in university's local currency 29,050 USD
- Start date
- January, August
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Forestry - BSc University of New Brunswick, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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13,541 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,357 CAD
- Start date
- September
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Forestry - BSc Auburn University, USA
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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32,220 USD
Fee in university's local currency 32,220 USD
- Start date
- January, May, August
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Forestry (Transfer) - BS Red Deer Polytechnic, Canada
- Program type
- Bachelor's
- Duration
- 4 years
- Annual tuition fee
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13,808 USD
Fee in university's local currency 17,700 CAD
- Start date
- September, January, May
Associate in forestry
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Forestry - ASOT Lane Community College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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11,500 USD
Fee in university's local currency 11,500 USD
- Start date
- September, January, March
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Forestry Management - ASc Southwestern Oregon Community College, USA
- Program type
- Associate
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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10,791 USD
Fee in university's local currency 10,791 USD
- Start date
- September, January, March
Pathway in forestry
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Forestry - FdSc University of Cumbria, UK
- Program type
- Undergraduate pathway
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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16,125 USD
Fee in university's local currency 12,800 GBP
- Start date
- September
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Forestry - UGP Thompson Rivers University, Canada
- Program type
- Undergraduate pathway
- Duration
- 1 year
- Annual tuition fee
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13,202 USD
Fee in university's local currency 16,923 CAD
- Start date
- September
Forestry graduate programs
Master's in forestry
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Forestry - MSc Lakehead University, Canada
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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17,942 USD
Fee in university's local currency 22,999 CAD
- Start date
- January, May, September
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Forestry Business - MF Stephen F. Austin State University, USA
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 2 years
- Annual tuition fee
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14,562 USD
Fee in university's local currency 14,562 USD
- Start date
- August, January
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Forestry Science - MForSc University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Program type
- Master's
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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25,618 USD
Fee in university's local currency 39,500 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
Doctorate in forestry
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Forestry - PhD University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Program type
- Doctorate
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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4,604 USD
Fee in university's local currency 7,099 NZD
- Start date
- July, August, September, October, November, December, January, February, March, April, May, June
Diploma in forestry
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Forestry - PGDipFor University of Canterbury, New Zealand
- Program type
- Postgraduate diploma
- Duration
- 3 years
- Annual tuition fee
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25,618 USD
Fee in university's local currency 39,500 NZD
- Start date
- February, July
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Future forestry careers
Your specialist knowledge, practical experience, and genuine passion for forestry will help your career blossom. Your skills can be applied to several forestry-related positions and will be admired by a range of public, private, and non-governmental organizations.
Here’s a sample of the career opportunities available to you:
- Chartered forester
- Chartered arboriculturist
- Forest biologist
- Wood engineer
- Conservationist
- Forest pathologist
- Forest manager
- Biodiversity officer
Your university’s employment office will help you sow the seeds for future career success. They can support with resume writing, mock interviews, work experience, and so much more.
