Wildlife &
Ecotourism Management
Raising conservation leaders through science-based instruction, biodiversity research, and professional training that positions graduates for global success.
Welcome to the Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management
The Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management is a group of faculty members who are known for their expertise in teaching and research. Students' examination, off campus/industrial training and seminars are jointly handled by the faculty members, adjunct and affiliated faculty. Our students are provided with quality instruction and guidance by our dedicated academic staff and administrators, which makes us fortunate.
Since inception, the Department has been committed to excellence in teaching, mentoring and scholarly research. Our program has produced many alumni who have gone on to become researchers, scientists, policy makers, and academic leaders in and outside Nigeria, and we are proud of them.
Location
The Department is in the College of Agriculture located in Ejigbo. The town is located along the border between Oyo and Osun State. The College currently has two Faculties and six (6) Departments with students admitted into their programmes.
The Department of Wildlife and Ecotourism Management is in the Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources Management and part of the College of Agriculture at the Osun State University, Osogbo.
Brief History
The Department started in 2007 as the Department of Wildlife and Environmental Management. The programme was one of the inception programmes of the University. The Department was later changed in 2011 to the Department of Fisheries and Wildlife Management to run two programmes.
The first set of undergraduate students were admitted in 2007/2008 academic session on Wednesday 8th October, 2008, and graduated in 2011/2012 Academic session on 27th June, 2012.
Vision
To produce graduates who are trained to appreciate nature through wildlife resources and in the management of the resources and their environment for sustainability to ensure secured livelihood for those who depend on it in various forms. The Department aims at producing graduate through high quality teaching, learning and research experience scholars, researchers and professionals in academics, capable of having impact on their environment and could exploit the potentials in the wildlife resources for their economic benefits.
Mission
Our mission is to create a unique Department committed to the pursuit of academic innovation, skill-based training in Natural Resources Management, a tradition of excellence in teaching, research and community service and to produce experts in Wildlife and Ecotourism Management that are relevant, highly employable and can create employment in the society.
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Academic Programmes
Comprehensive programmes designed for academic excellence and professional growth
Undergraduate
B.Sc. Wildlife Management degree providing strong science and research-based instruction
- Wildlife Ecology Management
- Range Management
- Wildlife Nutrition & Production
- Ecotourism Management
Graduate Studies
Advanced specialization programs with dedicated faculty advisors
- PGD in Wildlife Management
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- PhD in Wildlife Management
Professional Training
Hands-on experience through industrial training and practical year courses
- In situ Practical Year
- SIWES Programme
- NUC Benchmark Training
Research & Field Facilities
State-of-the-art infrastructure supporting cutting-edge research and practical training
Equipped Laboratories
Well-equipped functional laboratories for teaching and academic staff research purposes
Wildlife Domestication Unit
Apiary, aviary, snailery, and grasscutter rearing facilities
Orchard & Butterfly Garden
Indigenous fruit trees and pollinator conservation garden
Zoological Garden
Living laboratory for wildlife ecology and conservation studies
ICT Facilities
Modern computing resources and departmental libraries
Modern Classrooms
Newly furnished buildings with adequate lecture rooms
Research Activities & Grants
Basic and applied research in wildlife and biodiversity conservation
Research Areas
Wildlife ecology, nutrition, entomology, ornithology, social aspect of biodiversity conservation, ecotourism, and more.
Grants & Awards
TETFund Research Grant (2014)
Grant No: UNIOSUN/TETFund/14/0021
"Preliminary Evaluation of Ostrich Husbandry in Osun State"
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Strategic Partnerships
The Department has a close relationship with the National Park Services of Nigeria whose primary aim is to promote and regulate the use of the Federal Protected Areas, conserving scenery, natural and historic objects, and wildlife for present and future generations.
Community Empowerment Service Project
The Department in collaboration with the Faculty of Renewable Natural Resources Management engaged in tree planting outreach to neighbouring hospitals, secondary schools and the local Government Secretariat, contributing to environmental sustainability and community wellbeing.
Explore opportunities in wildlife management, ecotourism, conservation research, and professional development within a department committed to impact, relevance, and global competitiveness.