ENVSPHD - Environmental Science
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Program Type
Doctor of Philosophy
College
College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences
Career
Graduate
Program Description
Note: the name of this program was recently shortened from Soil, Water and Environmental Science to Environmental Science. Program requirements are identical.
The UA Department of Environmental Science, ENVS, offers graduate work leading to Ph.D. degree in Environmental Science. Two tracks are offered, Environmental Science or Soil and Water Science. In addition to the major, each Ph.D. student must complete a minor, which can be intra- or interdepartmental. Many, if not most, ENVS graduate students enroll in several non-ENVS courses as part of their program. This reflects the multi-disciplinary characteristics of the ENVS program in general, and also that a minor is required for all Ph.D. students. The most frequently used outside courses are in Chemistry, Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Hydrology and Water Resources, and Microbiology.
Once enrolled in the ENVS graduate degree program, students may concurrently pursue a Graduate Certificate in Water Policy. There is flexibility in both course selection and schedule, to meet the specific needs and interests of a variety of students. The program is interdisciplinary.
The department also offers two dual degree options: the Master of Science in Environmental Science and a Master of Arts in Journalism; and a dual M.S. in Environmental Science and MBA from the Eller College of Management. Graduates with the dual MS/MA degrees would be able to make important contributions not only to discussions within news organizations about the ways in which information about science should be gathered and evaluated, but also discussions in the fields of science and journalism about the ways in which this information influences public perceptions and public policy, and therefore the effects of science on society. Those with the dual MS/MBA would be prepared for science-related careers in industry and government that require understanding of development, production and regulation, as well as skills in management and leadership.
The ENVS department strongly supports attendance at professional meetings. Student presentations at meetings and student publications are likewise encouraged. Numerous workshops on topics ranging from the Internet to scientific writing are regularly available.
In addition to graduate student-sponsored activities, various departmental events, such as departmental picnics and weekly seminars, provide students with opportunities to meet and socialize with colleagues.
With the Ph.D.in Environmental Science, students will be prepared for careers in business and industry, governmental agencies, educational institutions, and private consulting firms. Many Ph.D. students obtain faculty positions at colleges and universities.
Electronic copies of Dissertations and Master's Theses may be accessed through the UA Campus Repository.
The UA Department of Environmental Science, ENVS, offers graduate work leading to Ph.D. degree in Environmental Science. Two tracks are offered, Environmental Science or Soil and Water Science. In addition to the major, each Ph.D. student must complete a minor, which can be intra- or interdepartmental. Many, if not most, ENVS graduate students enroll in several non-ENVS courses as part of their program. This reflects the multi-disciplinary characteristics of the ENVS program in general, and also that a minor is required for all Ph.D. students. The most frequently used outside courses are in Chemistry, Chemical and Environmental Engineering, Hydrology and Water Resources, and Microbiology.
Once enrolled in the ENVS graduate degree program, students may concurrently pursue a Graduate Certificate in Water Policy. There is flexibility in both course selection and schedule, to meet the specific needs and interests of a variety of students. The program is interdisciplinary.
The department also offers two dual degree options: the Master of Science in Environmental Science and a Master of Arts in Journalism; and a dual M.S. in Environmental Science and MBA from the Eller College of Management. Graduates with the dual MS/MA degrees would be able to make important contributions not only to discussions within news organizations about the ways in which information about science should be gathered and evaluated, but also discussions in the fields of science and journalism about the ways in which this information influences public perceptions and public policy, and therefore the effects of science on society. Those with the dual MS/MBA would be prepared for science-related careers in industry and government that require understanding of development, production and regulation, as well as skills in management and leadership.
The ENVS department strongly supports attendance at professional meetings. Student presentations at meetings and student publications are likewise encouraged. Numerous workshops on topics ranging from the Internet to scientific writing are regularly available.
In addition to graduate student-sponsored activities, various departmental events, such as departmental picnics and weekly seminars, provide students with opportunities to meet and socialize with colleagues.
With the Ph.D.in Environmental Science, students will be prepared for careers in business and industry, governmental agencies, educational institutions, and private consulting firms. Many Ph.D. students obtain faculty positions at colleges and universities.
Electronic copies of Dissertations and Master's Theses may be accessed through the UA Campus Repository.