Biological Sciences (Ph.D.) - Natural Resource Management Specialization

Program Coordinator/Contact

Michele Dudash, Department Head
Department of Natural Resource Management
Edgar S. McFadden Biostress Laboratory 138, Box 2140B
605-688-6121

Program Information

The Natural Resource Management specialization will provide training in ecology, evolution, environmental sciences, and range areas of expertise with a focus on basic and applied research.

Student Learning Outcomes

Graduates of the Doctor of Philosophy in Biological Sciences will:

• Have a thorough understanding and knowledge of biological principles related to the chosen discipline.
• Demonstrate the ability to conduct innovative research to create new knowledge.
• Demonstrate the ability to write grant proposals to secure research funding.
• Utilize appropriate statistical methods to make inferences from research.
• Write a coherent dissertation and submit one or more manuscripts to a scientific journal.
• Understand and articulate the potential applications of basic research.
• Demonstrate the ability to use ethics in decision making and planning.
• Demonstrate information literacy for science-based decision making and lifetime learning.
• Be prepared to enter into careers related to research and development or academic institutions.
• Contribute to the advancement of science in the discipline.

Course Delivery Format

Biological Sciences courses are delivered face-to-face and enhanced with web-based instruction. Online delivery may be offered for specific courses.

Facilities and Services

The department is housed within the McFadden Biostress Laboratory at SDSU.