Natural Resources
PhD Environment, Water and Sustainability
Department: Environmental Management
Pursue doctoral study addressing water scarcity and environmental sustainability. The programme forms part of UENR’s postgraduate training in research-informed solutions to environmental and water challenges.
Overview
Advanced study addressing water scarcity and environmental sustainability.
Who this programme is for
This doctorate may suit you if you want to create new knowledge about the environmental and water challenges facing communities and industry. It is a strong direction to consider if you enjoy sustained investigation and want your research to influence scientific thinking, policy or practice.
Careers & further study
- University academic: develop research and teaching around water systems, environmental change and sustainability.
- Water research scientist: lead studies that improve understanding of water challenges and the effectiveness of possible responses.
- Environmental research programme lead: shape research priorities and bring together evidence across complex sustainability projects.
- Scientific policy adviser: explain research findings and their limitations to organisations making environmental and water decisions.
Industries
- Higher education
- Water and environmental research
- Public policy institutions
- International development
- Specialist environmental advisory services
Further study
Postdoctoral work and collaborative research can help you extend a doctoral specialism into a sustained research programme. Areas to explore include water resilience, environmental change and the evidence needed to evaluate sustainability policy. Academic appointments and research leadership roles depend on your research record, relevant experience and the institution’s requirements.
Department staff
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Associate Professor
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Assistant Lecturer
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