I'd beg to differ with that. If you want "opportunities" and "placement" in aquatic biology and fisheries (i.e. a real job after university), get a Ph.D.
Get an Ed.D. if you want to be a bartender or make money in real estate. Mark Tupper -----Original Message----- From: Ecological Society of America: grants, jobs, news [mailto:[email protected]] On Behalf Of Wayne Tyson Sent: Thursday, March 12, 2009 6:07 AM To: [email protected] Subject: Re: [ECOLOG-L] EdD vs PhD EdD is a BS degree in makeup, and is for those who want "opportunities" and "placement." PhD is for the passionate. WT ----- Original Message ----- From: "Jay Beugly" <[email protected]> To: <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, March 11, 2009 11:18 AM Subject: [ECOLOG-L] EdD vs PhD > My name is Jayson Beugly. I am currently pursuing an EdD in science > (aquatic > biology and fisheries)and an opportunity to switch to a PhD has come up. I > am searching for advice on the pros and cons of the PhD vs EdD. There > seems > to be a bit of confusion regarding place and opportunities available for > recipients of these respective degrees. > > > > Thank You ------------------------------------------------------------------------ -------- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG - www.avg.com Version: 8.0.237 / Virus Database: 270.11.10/1995 - Release Date: 03/11/09 08:28:00
