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PhD in Environmental Biology
2026-06-25Admission Requirements
The applicant must hold a Master of Science degree in Environmental Biology or a related specialization approved by the Department Council from one of the faculties at Egyptian universities, or an equivalent degree from any academic institution inside or outside Egypt recognized by the Supreme Council of Universities.
Target Group
Egyptians – Non-Egyptians (International students)
Application Periods
PhD applications are accepted during the following periods:
September – October
January – February
May – June
Program Duration
· Minimum: 2 years
· Maximum: 7 years
Credit Hours
60 credit hours
Program Rationale
Postgraduate programs in Environmental Biology provide researchers with the opportunity to explore the complex interactions between living organisms and the environment, offering solutions for sustainability. These programs are attractive for several key reasons:
1- Interdisciplinary Approach: Integration of multiple sciences, not limited to biology alone, but also including biotechnology, geology, chemistry, and biostatistics.
2- Climate Change Solutions: Studying mechanisms of organism adaptation to climate change and extinction.
3- Advanced Research and Applied Opportunities: Biodiversity: Assessing terrestrial and marine ecosystems for conservation and management
4- Pollution and Bioremediation: Using microorganisms to clean the environment and reduce toxic pollutants.
5- Alignment with Labor Market and Sustainability: Supporting Sustainable Development Goals by preparing researchers capable of managing natural resource sustainability.
Skills Acquired by Graduates
Postgraduate programs in Environmental Biology equip graduates with a combination of advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills, including analytical thinking to solve complex environmental problems, advanced laboratory and field research techniques, environmental modeling and impact assessment, as well as data management and biostatistics.
Advanced Research and Practical Skills
•Experimental design: ability to formulate research questions and design scientific methodologies to test complex hypotheses.
•Advanced instrumentation: proficiency in operating and maintaining modern laboratory and field analytical equipment.
Contact Information
Program Coordinator:
Prof. Magdy Tawfiq Khalil Ibrahim
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