Overview

The Environmental Sustainability (PhD) program at the University of Ottawa is an interdisciplinary doctoral program offered through the Institute of the Environment. It aims to equip students with advanced research skills to tackle pressing environmental challenges, focusing on sustainability science, policy, and management. Objectives include fostering innovative solutions for ecological, social, and economic sustainability. Unique features include a flexible structure allowing collaboration across disciplines such as science, engineering, and social sciences, and emphasis on real-world applications in Canada's capital region.

Career Prospects

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in addressing global sustainability issues. Common career paths include academia, government policy-making, environmental consulting, and non-governmental organizations focused on conservation and climate action.

Key Faculty and Staff

The program draws on expertise from the Institute of the Environment, with supervisors from various departments including Earth and Environmental Sciences, Biology, and Public and International Affairs. Notable involvement includes researchers specializing in climate change adaptation and sustainable resource management.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students benefit from Ottawa's proximity to federal government agencies, enabling partnerships with Environment and Climate Change Canada. Facilities include advanced labs for environmental analysis and the university's GIS and remote sensing resources. Collaborations extend to international networks for sustainability research.