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Information for Prospective & Undergraduate StudentsOptions within the WS&FP MajorAll students in our department major in Wood Science and Forest Products, which includes the choice of one of six 15-credit options. These options, comprised of selective coursework, form the basis for a career path in the forest products industry and equip the student with a specialized skills and knowledge base to be able to move into a career path quickly. For more information about these options, including career opportunities, course requirements for the major/option, and checksheets for graduation, click on the options below that interest you: More About Our DepartmentThe Department of Wood Science and Forest Products offers the highest caliber of hands-on experiences within a small, interactive academic environment where students obtain a personal and unique education. Students participate in innovative new processing technologies to increase manufacturing yields while reducing the amount of wood needed for manufacturing everyday products and extending wood resources for the benefit of society. Our faculty members have earned reputations as excellent classroom teachers, forward-looking researchers, and problem-solvers for the wood products industry. Graduate Students' Electronic Theses and DissertationsClick here for a list of electronic theses and dissertations completed by our graduate students. The WS&FP MinorFor more information about the Wood Science and Forest Products minor please download the checksheet. ScholarshipsClick here for a list of undergraduate scholarships available. The Word on Wood
Forest Products ClubClick here to learn more about the Forest Products Club at Virginia Tech. Career ServicesGraduate DegreesThe Department of Wood Science and Forest Products offers degree programs at the masters and doctoral degree levels in a variety of specialized subject areas. |
