Kuvempu University Shimoga
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Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) Environmental Science
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D) in Environmental Science
Course
Ph.D. in Environmental Science is essentially an advanced study of our natural and man-made environments. It draws from diverse fields of study and requires a strong background in the more traditional sciences including Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Geography, Ecology, and even Biotechnology. The course’s curriculum requires the successful completion of research work in areas of current environmental interest, such as global warming, pollution of air and water, soil erosion, desertification, deforestation, melting polar caps, and declining ice cover in glaciers, besides other varied topics such as waste management, sewage treatment, etc. The course can also be pursued part-time across some institutes in India.
PhD in environmental science is an excellent research program for those looking for advancing their knowledge and expertise in aspects instrumental in making a big difference in our fight against forces causing much harm to the earth's environment. Through your research you could be bringing changes in policy, documentation, education or technology, thus advancing the field of environmental science. Environmental science is a vast field and one has to select his or her area of specialization depending upon one's expertise and area of interest. A few such selects areas are energy conservation, sustainable development, forestry management, conservation science, ecosystems, remote sensing, marine biology, botany.
Duration : 3 Years
Eligibility
- Completion of post-graduation (M.Sc. or M.Phil.) in Environmental Science or other related fields from a recognized university.
- A minimum aggregate score of 55 % at the Master's degree level.
Career Opportunities
- Research Associate
- Zoologist
- Hydrologist
- Lecturers
- Ecologist
- Geographer
- Conservation Scientist
