Biological and Environmental Sciences - PhD
University of Rhode Island
South Kingstown, Rhode Island
Department of Geosciences
- Cell and Molecular Biology
- Ecology and Ecosystems
- Environmental and Earth Sciences
- Evolution and Marine Biology
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
The M.S. and Ph.D. in Biological and Environmental Sciences are interdisciplinary, interdepartmental graduate degrees that involve faculty from multiple departments in URI’s College of the Environment and Life Sciences, including Biological Sciences; Cell and Molecular Biology; Fisheries, Animal and Veterinary Science; Geosciences; Natural Resources Science; and Plant Sciences; as well as faculty from the Department of Nutrition and Food Sciences and the Graduate School of Oceanography.
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Earn a respected Graduate Certificate in GIS part-time and online in about 12 months. Master real-world applications of GIS and spatial analysis to investigate current environmental issues.
This master’s degree prepares leaders to address complex conservation issues from local to global scales and is for those seeking to make a difference in the lives and ecosystems of our planet.
Develop your skills in ecological research, quantitative analysis, GIS, and leadership to become an effective advocate for environmental conservation, education and justice. Apply for partial scholarships!