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PhD Animal and Dairy Science

5 Years On Campus Phd Program

University of Georgia

Program Overview

A PhD in Animal and Dairy Science can be focused on growth and developmental biology, quantitative genetics, bioinformatics, meats or muscle biology, nutrition and/or reproductive physiology of animals (cattle, horses, swine and laboratory animals). Dissertation research programs are applied at improving food animal productivity, profitability and sustainability or using animal models for human research applications. State of the art facilities, laboratories and equipment are in place for in depth research training in all program areas.

Program Key Stats

$30418 (Annual cost)



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Eligibility Criteria


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Additional Information & Requirements

International Application for Graduate Admission, Three Letters of Recommendation, Test scores: TOEFL overall score of 80 with at least 20 on speaking and writing, IELTS overall band-width of 6.5, with no single band (score) below 6.0, GRE, GMAT, Financial Documentation, Visa Documentation, Official Transcripts, Official Proof of Degree, Certificate of Finances.

Career Options

  • Livestock Management
  • Primary production and agribusiness/consulting
  • Animal Nutrition/Food and Fibre
  • Products /Livestock and Dairy Production
  • Breeding Programs/Genetics
  • Animal Welfare
  • Animal Behaviour and Training
  • Disease Control/Quarantine
  • Quality Control
  • Meat & Dairy science and inspection
  • Policy
  • Industry Research
  • Agriculture and Resource Economics
  • Agribusiness Development/Distribution
  • Marketing
  • Sales and Public Relation

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