About the course

The Department of Animal, Veterinary and Food Sciences is both an innovator and agent of change in Idaho?s agriculture industry. We strive to conduct comprehensive, integrated research, with our Ph.D. candidates leading the way. At the same time, the future of the nation?s animal agriculture sector depends on the next generation of professionals. We seek to introduce our students to current techniques and concepts through focused teaching and Extension programs on campus and throughout Idaho, and with hands-on experiences in the classroom and laboratories. If you see your research advancing the animal agriculture industry, the University of Idaho?s Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Animal Physiology gets you on the path to making an impact. This research-based program provides greater insight into animals? biological processes while taking a multidisciplinary perspective, encompassing topics related to biochemistry, cellular and molecular biology and veterinary medicine.

　　Innovations in animal science contribute to responsible breeding practices, meat and dairy quality and production, the general well-being of animals, and other important areas of the fast-changing animal agriculture industry. As a doctoral student, you will gain the advanced knowledge and independent research skills to make your own mark on the field. You will conduct original research on a topic that interests you in the form of a dissertation and publish two or more articles of your experiments and findings in an academic periodical. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 9 Semester(s)Fees: US$132,930

Intake	Location
Spring (January), 2024	Moscow
Summer (May), 2024	Moscow
Fall (August), 2024	Moscow
Spring (January), 2025	Moscow
Summer (May), 2025	Moscow
Fall (August), 2025	Moscow
Spring (January), 2026	Moscow
Summer (May), 2026	Moscow

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Idaho

All graduate school applicants must possess the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor's degree. An official academic record from all post-secondary education institutions attended is required. This may take some time so start this early in your application process.

　　To qualify for admission, candidates must fulfill the requirements of the Graduate College and have an overall grade-point average of 3.25 or better (on a 4.00 scale) for their undergraduate and graduate work. Applicants must submit scores received in the Graduate Record Examination (aptitude test).

　　Applicants who have completed their previous degrees in fields not ly related to animal and veterinary science may be required to complete deficiencies as determined by the candidate's committee and approved by the department's Graduate Committee.

　　TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language): minimum overall score of 79

　　IELTS (International English Language Testing System): minimum overall score of 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 79.0

　　

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Idaho. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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