Geoscience & Agriculture Department
                                       
                                     
                                    
                                  
                               
                            
                            
                       
                  
                  
                  
                     
                        
                           
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                          
                                          
                                             
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
                                                         
                                                            
                                                               - Work outdoors in forests, fields, streams, and lakes to evaluate and preserve natural
                                                                  resources.
- Federal data shows steady sector growth and abundant job opportunities for geoscience
                                                                  and agriculture careers.
- The median annual salary for agriculturalists and geoscientists ranges from $33,000
                                                                  to $87,000.
source: Bureau of Labor Statistics 
                                                       
                                                    
                                                 
                                              
                                           
                                        
                                        
                                  
                               
                             
                             
                   
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  ASSOCIATE DEGREES
                  
                   
                        
                        
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                       
                                          
                                          
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
Natural Resources & Environmental Science, A.S.
                                                   
                                                 
                                                
                                                   
                                                      Students can earn an associate degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Science,
                                                         preparing them for career fields that protect and manage air, soil, and water quality.
                                                         Students spend significant time in outdoor learning environments such as the Robeson
                                                         Hills Nature Preserve and the Wabash River.
                                                   
                                                 
                                              
                                             
                                           
                                        
                                     
                                     
                               
                            
                          
                        
                  
                   
                        
                        
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                       
                                          
                                          
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Geoscience Concentration A.S. Transfer
                                                   
                                                 
                                                
                                                   
                                                      Students can earn an associate degree in Geoscience, with training in geography and
                                                         geology. The two-year major is designed for transfer to Purdue University, Indiana
                                                         State University, or the University of Southern Indiana for completion of a bachelor’s
                                                         degree.
                                                   
                                                 
                                              
                                             
                                           
                                        
                                     
                                     
                               
                            
                          
                        
                  
                   
                        
                        
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                       
                                          
                                          
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Sustainable Foods and Farming Systems
                                                         Concentration A.S. Transfer
                                                   
                                                 
                                                
                                                   
                                                      Students can earn an associate degree in Sustainable Foods and Farming Systems. The
                                                         program is a cooperative effort between VU and Purdue University and is designed to
                                                         prepare graduates to pursue a bachelor’s degree in sustainable food practices.
                                                   
                                                 
                                              
                                             
                                           
                                        
                                     
                                     
                               
                            
                          
                        
                  
                   
                        
                        
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                       
                                          
                                          
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Forestry and Conservation Concentration,
                                                         A.S. Transfer
                                                   
                                                 
                                                
                                                   
                                                      Students can earn an associate degree in forestry and conservation, learning how to
                                                         manage the growth, protection, and harvesting of trees and how to protect and use
                                                         natural resources without damaging the environment.
                                                   
                                                 
                                              
                                             
                                           
                                        
                                     
                                     
                               
                            
                          
                        
                  
                   
                        
                        
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                       
                                          
                                          
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences - Agriculture Concentration, A.S. Transfer
                                                   
                                                 
                                                
                                                   
                                                      Students can earn an associate degree in Natural Resources and Environmental Sciences,
                                                         with an emphasis on Agriculture. This two-year program equips students with a comprehensive
                                                         understanding of sustainable agricultural practices, resource management, and environmental
                                                         conservation.
                                                   
                                                 
                                              
                                             
                                           
                                        
                                     
                                     
                               
                            
                          
                        
                  
                   
                  
                   
                  
                  
                  
                  
                     
                        
                           
                           
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                       CERTIFICATE PROGRAMS
                                       
                                        
                                             
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
                                                         
                                                            
                                                            
                                                               
                                                               
                                                                  
                                                                     
                                                                        
                                                                           
Pre-Veterinary Technology, C.G.
                                                                        
                                                                      
                                                                     
                                                                        
                                                                           Graduates may earn a certificate of graduation for pre-veterinary technology. Those
                                                                              that complete the program may transfer to a four-year university or find employment
                                                                              in institutions that help people take care of their pets.
                                                                        
                                                                      
                                                                   
                                                                  
                                                                
                                                             
                                                          
                                                          
                                                    
                                                 
                                               
                                             
                                        
                                  
                               
                            
                           
                           
                             
                   
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  We are the 'Outsiders'; because our labs are outdoors.
                  
                  
                   
                        
                         
                        
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                     
                        
                           
                           
                              
                                 
                                    
                                       
                                       Bachelor Degrees
                                       
                                       
                                          
                                             
                                                
                                                   
                                                      
                                                      
                                                         
                                                         
                                                            
                                                               
                                                                  
                                                                     
Education - Science - Earth and Space Science Concentration, B.S.
                                                                  
                                                                
                                                               
                                                                  
                                                                     A 4-year Science Education degree at the Vincennes Campus. Students can specialize
                                                                        in Chemistry with concentrations in Earth/Space Science, Biology, and Physics. This
                                                                        program qualifies graduates for licensure in their chosen content area, allowing them
                                                                        to teach grades 5-12. Graduates can apply for state licensure, meeting the standards
                                                                        set by the National Science Teachers Association (NSTA).
                                                                  
                                                                
                                                             
                                                            
                                                          
                                                       
                                                    
                                                    
                                              
                                           
                                        
                                       
                                       
                                       
                                       
                                          
                                          
                                             
                                             
                                                
                                                
                                                   
                                                   
                                                      
                                                      
                                                         
                                                            
                                                            Have questions?
                                                            
                                                            We are happy to chat with you to answer your questions and understand your personal
                                                               goals.
Please reach out to us at VUADMIT@VINU.EDU or call 812-888-4313 for more information.
                                                            
                                                       
                                                       
                                                    
                                                 
                                              
                                           
                                        
                                  
                               
                            
                           
                           
                             
                   
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
                  
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