PhD Animal and Food Sciences at University of Kentucky

Programme overview

The PhD in Animal and Food Sciences prepares graduates for advanced positions in private and public organisations. It suits people interested in animal health, nutrition, food safety and sustainable agricultural practices.

Faculty: Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment | Department: Animal and Food Sciences | Intake: Fall, Spring | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lexington, KY, United States

What you will study

Doctoral research training in animal and food sciences.

Career pathways

Professors, research scientists and industry leaders; employers include pharmaceutical companies, veterinary consultants, universities, USDA and food and agricultural companies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Graduate School requirements apply (not programme-specific): see the Graduate School admission requirements.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the modules you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate applicants apply online through The Graduate School application system; deadlines and supplemental materials are set by each programme page. Minimum undergraduate GPA 2.75, minimum graduate GPA 3.0, and 2.5 for graduate certificate applicants (programmes may require more).

Apply through the official page: https://academics.uky.edu/apply

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