Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment

The Faculty of Natural Resources and Environment at Ferdowsi University of Mashhad was established in February 2005 with the approval of the Council for the Expansion of Higher Education. The decision reflected the unique biodiversity and rich natural resources of northeastern Iran. In October 2005, the faculty officially launched its academic activities by admitting 65 undergraduate students in two disciplines within Natural Resources Engineering—Environmental Science and Rangeland & Watershed Management.

Over time, the scope of academic programs expanded. In 2007, the Arid and Desert Land Management program was introduced, followed by Fisheries Science and Engineering in 2012. In 2017, the Nature Engineering program was incorporated after revisions in the classification of natural resources disciplines. At the postgraduate level, the faculty offers Master’s programs in Rangeland Management, Watershed Management, Desert Management, and Environmental Science, along with Ph.D. programs in Ecosystem Restoration and Watershed Management.

The faculty’s vision extends well beyond traditional education. Its long-term development priorities emphasize applied research, active engagement with society and executive sectors, and the establishment of additional doctoral programs across natural resources and environmental sciences.

Highlights for Students

A strong blend of theoretical and practical training supported by well-equipped laboratories and workshops, including Soil and Water, Aquatic Organisms, Botany, Geomorphology, GIS & Remote Sensing, and Rural Development & Management.

Opportunities to participate in applied projects and collaborate with provincial and national organizations in the fields of natural resources and environmental protection.

A unique location in northeastern Iran, offering both ecological diversity and distinctive environmental challenges that enrich academic and research experiences.