Environmental Science - PhD

The Ph.D. in Environmental Science is an advanced interdisciplinary research-oriented program intended for students interested in developing a scientific understanding of the environment as well as its management. The research component is highly focused on the specific environment-related problem(s).

The Ph.D. in Environmental Science is designed to provide students with advanced knowledge and research experience to enter the workforce or academia. Environmental Science involves diverse areas that include chemistry, biological sciences, ecology as well as studies specific to air/water pollution and hazardous wastes. While we expect graduates of the program to possess diverse skills that meet their career interests, we expect that they will exhibit or engage in the following:

• Academic Excellence: Advanced understanding of chemistry and biology, as well as environmental regulations and other scientific issues related to the environment.
• Excellence in Research: The doctoral dissertation requires extensive work leading to publications. Ph.D. candidates will aspire to be at the forefront of an evolving field to solve problems that are highly relevant in present and future political environments.
• Professional Skills: The students develop professional skills by taking courses where the stress is on real-world environmental problems.