Ph.D. in Natural Resources
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Start Date: Jan 2026 Location: Tucson, AZ
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Learn how to research and discover solutions for the world’s most pressing natural resource challenges from rangeland restoration to wildlife conservation, and gain the expertise needed for advanced governmental, nongovernmental, and academic careers.
Choose from five emphases to earn your Doctor of Philosophy in Natural Resources:
- Ecology, Management, and Restoration of Rangelands
- Fisheries Conservation and Management
- Natural Resource Studies
- Watershed Management and Ecohydrology
- Wildlife Conservation and Management
About the Ph.D. in Natural Resources
Graduate students in the Ph.D. programs work with a faculty advisory committee during their first semester to develop an individual plan of study including choosing a research topic, identifying appropriate coursework and transfer credit, and selecting potential thesis committee members.
Prior to the meeting, students must provide the committee a proposed program of study and a description of their background, general research area, and career objectives. The committee will either accept the proposal or suggest modifications to be made within two weeks.
Our Ph.D. requires a minimum of 63 units. Non-thesis options are available in some programs.
For more information, see a list of graduate courses offered or read the Natural Resources Graduate Student Handbook.