| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
The PhD in Sustainability Science at Brock University prepares students to address complex social-environmental challenges through a transdisciplinary approach. The program equips graduates with the knowledge and skills to develop innovative solutions and contribute to a sustainable and equitable future in various sectors, including government, NGOs, research, and academia.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Overview:
The PhD in Sustainability Science at Brock University aims to foster a sustainable and equitable future through an advanced education that merges rigorous scientific approaches with an understanding of the interconnectedness between humans and the environment.
Objectives:
- Empower students to identify critical social-environmental challenges through a transdisciplinary lens.
- Equip students with the knowledge and skills to develop and implement innovative solutions that support decision-making, policy development, and best practices on local and global scales.
Program Description:
The PhD in Sustainability Science (SSCI) program is designed to develop world-class sustainability scientists with a comprehensive understanding of:
- The complexities of contemporary challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, social segregation, and inequality.
- The principles and practices of sustainability science, including the integration of scientific knowledge with societal perspectives.
- The transdisciplinary methodologies and approaches necessary to address complex social-environmental issues.
Outline:
The SSCI program consists of:
Components:
- Core and elective coursework (2 semesters)
- Comprehensive examination (1 semester)
- Research proposal development (1 semester)
- Dissertation writing (7 semesters)
- Submission and defense of dissertation (1 semester)
Duration:
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
Graduates of the PhD in Sustainability Science program are well-positioned for careers in:
- Government Agencies
- Non-governmental Organizations (NGOs)
- Research Think Tanks
- Community Planning with Municipalities
- Post Secondary Institutions
- Energy Sector
- Sustainability Consultancy
- Post-Doctoral Studies
- Public Affairs and Communications
Entry Requirements:
WRITTEN STATEMENT OF INTENT: This should be a formal essay (with cited references in text) that describes your motivation to enroll in the program, plans for your independent research and/or how this program will advance your professional and academic aspirations. CURRICULUM VITAE: This document should include your education, employment, teaching and research activities/experience, publications (if any), and awards and/or scholarships. CORE FACULTY SUPERVISOR ARRANGED: In your OUAC application, you will be required to include the name of a core program faculty member who has agreed to supervise your research. THREE ACADEMIC REFERENCES: References should be from qualified academic scholars attesting to, and documenting, your potential for doctoral level study/research. TRANSCRIPTS: Please note that if you have an undergraduate and/or graduate degree from Brock University you do not need to send in your transcripts. Transcripts from all other post-secondary institutions are required.
