<p>The CS thing just seemes too overwhelming.. and my college eliminated the BA in geography with an emphasis in GIS (now you can only take the certificate) I'm thinking about majoring in Resource Conservation (which is a bachelor of science-- forestry degree)</p>
<p>The GIS/cartography certificate falls under BOTH the geography and forestry departments.</p>
<p>I have two questions: </p>
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<li>what are additional liscenses/ certifications I can get to make my resume more appealing? I'm talking about tests I could take to get certified (in software I might use). which software should i learn on my free time, and just mention?</li>
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<p>Microsoft Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Access database applications
, PowerPoint presentations, Microsoft Access database applications .... stuff like that. </p>
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<li>What area should I focus on within the degree?</li>
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<p>Ecology
International Conservation
Range Management and Grassland Ecology
Sustainable Livelihoods and Community Conservation
Watershed Hydrology
Environmental Policy and Resources Planning
Natural Resource Economics
Wilderness Studies</p>
<p>I'm thinking of ecology... I want to pursue a relatively non-physical career... (probably with the federal civil service). Of course, I also plan to go to graduate school.</p>