Program Overview

From forest-fire research, to conservation program leadership, to wildlife management, to policy analysis, the options are vast for professionals with doctoral-level knowledge and research skills in natural resource sciences.In this program, you will study advanced principles for managing and ultimately protecting our land, water, minerals, forests, fish and wildlife. You will gain valuable research experiences, with opportunities to engage in projects currently underway at our 15 research units. Our world-class facilities include a remote wilderness research station and one of the largest DNA and genetics laboratories devoted to the study of wild plants and animals.As a Ph.D. student, you will customize your plan of study to fit your personal background, research interests and career goals. The program requires the completion of a dissertation.