PhD in Environmental Science

University of Toledo

The doctoral degree in Environmental Sciences is awarded to a student who has demonstrated mastery in the field and a distinct ability to make substantial contributions to the field. The doctoral degree prepares students to enter research careers at academic institutions or state and federal natural resource agencies, environmental consulting firms, and nonprofit and non-government organizations (NGOs). The doctoral degree provides students an interdisciplinary understanding of how the Earth’s systems are interrelated and training to handle and interpret the wide variety of data that is incorporated into this type of research. In general, work for the Ph.D. takes five years of study beyond the bachelor’s degree. A substantial portion of this time is spent in independent research leading to a dissertation. Up to 30 hours from a master’s degree program may apply as part of the student’s doctoral program. Normally 90 credit hours of study beyond the bachelor’s degree are required for the Ph.D. Partial completion of this degree can include our Certificate in Hydrogeology and Groundwater Modeling.

College of Natural Sciences and Mathematics