Ph.D. in Environmental & Life Sciences

About this programme

Become a catalyst for change in today’s “the Age of the Environment” creating knowledge and forging innovative approaches to crucial environmental challenges through interdisciplinary doctoral research. Put scientific theory into ecological practice as you conduct original research addressing key issues in environmental sectors, including biodiversity conservation, contaminant spread and infectious diseases, sustainability, and water quality. In this collaborative, interdisciplinary doctoral program, you will work alongside expert faculty across the sciences at Trent as well as affiliated government and non-governmental organizations. Hone your scientific and communication skills, while you generate new knowledge and contribute to research that will impact the future. Gain hands-on experience with world-class instrumentation and research facilities including the Trent Water Quality Centre, the Institute for Watershed Science, and the Natural Resources DNA Profiling & Forensic Centre. Complete a research-intensive Ph.D. focused on a supervised thesis based on original research addressing critical environmental, conservation, and health issues. Students can pursue research in one of four fields of study, with full-time completion possible within four years. Trent's ENLS Ph.D. program offers an interdisciplinary research environment that brings together diverse perspectives and expertise across the environmental and life sciences. The program offers four fields of study: My favourite part of the ENLS program was being able to work at nearby field sites to investigate glob