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

Location(s): Brookings Main Campus

Students in a lab using a microscope.

Program Coordinator/Contact

Michele Dudash, Department Head and Professor
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.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees

Doctor of Philosophy

60 Credit Plan
90 Credit Plan

Core Requirements

60 Credit Plan

GSR 601 - Research Regulations Compliance Credits: 1
NRM 790 - Seminar (COM) Credits: 1 (2 credits required)
BIOS 898D - Dissertation (COM) Credits: 1-7 (30-40 credits required)
STAT courses numbered 500-level or higher Credits: 3
Additional graduate courses approved by advisor and committee and noted on the student’s Plan of Study Credits: 14-24

90 Credit Plan

GSR 601 - Research Regulations Compliance Credits: 1
NRM 790 - Seminar (COM) Credits: 1 (2 credits required)
BIOS 898D - Dissertation (COM) Credits: 1-7 (40-50 credits required)
STAT courses numbered 500-level or higher Credits: 3
Additional graduate courses approved by advisor and committee and noted on the student’s Plan of Study Credits: 34-44

Additional Admission Requirements

GRE: Not Required
TOEFL iBT: 4
TOEFL Essentials: 7.5
IELTS: 6.0
Duolingo: 100

General Requirements

Graduate students must consult with their advisor before registering for graduate coursework. For additional information, refer to the Doctor of Philosophy Degree Requirements .