Ph.D. in Earth and Environmental Sciences

The degree provides students with the interdisciplinary knowledge and skills to conduct independent research in environmental and earth sciences. Students conduct dissertation research under the supervision of a faculty member in one of the participating departments (Biology, Chemistry, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Civil and Environmental Engineering, or Urban and Public Affairs). The program prepares students for academia and employment in the energy and environmental science sectors.

The degree expands students' skills needed in areas of natural resources exploration, production and conservation, water supply, environmental engineering and planning, environmental monitoring and modeling, environmental risk/health impact assessment, and geological surveying. Graduates will also gain skills of problem-solving, data collection, analysis, and interpretation, and oral and written presentation.