Animal Science MPhil, PhD at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our animal science research spans key areas including animal health and welfare, the environmental impact of livestock systems, and the safety and quality of animal products. Join us for your MPhil or PhD in Animal Science. Our research-active academic staff will support you.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering | Department: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences | Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027; January 2028; April 2028 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Our research spans from fundamental work into animal needs and behavioural issues to in-depth mechanistic studies of health and disease at the molecular level. It also includes the development of practical, on-farm tools for monitoring and assessing animal welfare in real-world settings.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. We usually expect research experience and/or a postgraduate qualification, such as a MRes or MSc, for PhD study. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills).

International applicants: GBP 15,950 a year (2027/28). MPhil part time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027; January 2028; April 2028

Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/8010f-69/#how-to-apply

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