RMOT & BNRP
Resource Management Officer Technology Diploma Program and Bachelor Degree in Natural Resource Protection
- Do you have an appreciation and passion for the outdoors?
- Do you enjoy fishing, hunting, hiking or camping?
- Is your dream job to work in a field relating to the protection and/or management of wildlife, fisheries or environmental resources?
If you answered yes to any of the above, this program could be for you!
** Want to know what career paths previous Diploma /Degree recipients have followed --See the Alumni Spotlight section for more details
Programs
The Resource Management Officer Technology courses at Vancouver Island University provide academic training and practical experience required for preparation for careers related to the protection and management of Canada's fisheries, wildlife, and parks resources.
Why VIU?
VIU's Resource Management Officer Technology program is the only Fish and Wildlife Technology program in B.C. that focuses on law enforcement and the legislation applicable to fish and wildlife management and conservation. Students learn to use field investigative techniques to apprehend and prosecute violators of fish, wildlife and environmental laws.
Our Location and Facilities
Nanaimo - a beautiful city on the scenic east coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia - is ideal --centrally located and close to many marine and freshwater fishery resources, provincial park facilities, forest recreation facilities and other amenities, many of which are utilized in the teaching programs.
The Nanaimo Campus is located on a 92 acre site on the lower slopes of Mount Benson overlooking the City of Nanaimo, Georgia Strait, and the coastal mountains on the BC Mainland.
Application Deadline
Applications are only accepted between November 15 and March 31. Applications received after March 31 are considered late and will be processed as space permits.