School of Freshwater Sciences
We’re preparing the next generation of scientists, researchers, and policymakers who are committed to exploring, protecting, and preserving one of our most vital natural resources.
Our PhD in Freshwater Sciences is a dissertation-based program that prepares you for a rewarding career in academia, research, or industry. With a strong emphasis on research, doctoral students concentrate on complex, interdisciplinary issues through a well defined focus of study. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside some of the world’s leading freshwater scientists, while advancing critical research.
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