About this Program
College: Agricultural and Life Sciences
Credits: 15
Subplan Code: AGL_GCT34
Certificates must comply with the Graduate Certificate Policy
A Graduate Certificate is an official credential granted by the University of Florida. It represents a cohesive, targeted curriculum of graduate-level coursework designed to validate specialized knowledge and skills in a specific field of study. To successfully earn and have a graduate certificate officially posted to the academic transcript, candidates must fulfill several key academic and administrative requirements:
- Admission: Secure formal acceptance into the designated certificate program.
- Course Completion: Successfully complete all approved, graduate-level coursework required by the curriculum.
- Active Enrollment: Maintain active enrollment during the academic term in which the certificate is awarded.
- Application Submission: Submit a formal graduation application to officially designate the graduate certificate credential on the transcript.
For specific prerequisite details, credit requirements, and application deadlines, students should consult directly with the academic department or unit offering the certificate.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| WIS 6557 | International Wildlife Conservation Law, Policy and Ethics | 3 |
| or WIS 6558 | Introduction to U.S. Wildlife Law, Policy & Ethics | |
| WIS 6561 | Wildlife Crime Scene Processing | 3 |
| WIS 5562 | Conservation Medicine | 3 |
| WIS 6559 | Forensic Science for Conservation Biology | 3 |
| WIS 6563 | Wildlife Forensic Pathology | 3 |
| Total Credits | 15 | |