About the course

The Department of Animal and Food Sciences offers three graduate degree programs: the master of science degree in animal science, the master of science degree in food science and the doctor of philosophy degree in animal and food sciences.

　　In animal science, research programs are offered in physiology, ruminant and poultry nutrition, microbiology, immunology and pathology, and molecular biology, genomics and bioinformatics.

　　In food science, research programs are offered in food biochemistry, bacteriology, virology, parasitology, toxicology and processing.

　　Demonstrate functional knowledge and skills in animal science by proposing solutions to common challenges in animal science.

　　Apply knowledge and skills in leadership, organization, project management, ethics, and entrepreneurship to identify and solve relevant challenges in animal science.

　　Design and execute a problem-solving project related to a current issue in animal science. 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: 3 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Spring (February), 2024	Newark
Fall (September), 2024	Newark
Spring (February), 2025	Newark
Fall (September), 2025	Newark
Spring (February), 2026	Newark

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Delaware

An applicant for graduate study in Animal and Food Sciences should have an appropriate background from a baccalaureate degree, with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.75, and a 3.00 average in his/her major.

　　Undergraduate GPA of 3.0 is preferred

　　Letters of recommendation

　　Graduate application essay

　　For international applicants from countries where English is not the primary language, demonstration of English proficiency is required by TOEFL or IELTS that meets the minimum requirements set forth by the University of Delaware (https://www.udel.edu/academics/colleges/grad/prospective-students/grad-admissions/test-scores/)

　　Admission to the Non-Thesis MS degree programs is based on selections made by the department Graduate Advisory Committee in compliance with University policies and procedures. Admission is selective and competitive and based on the number of well-qualified applicants, the number of available faculty to serve as mentors, and facilities. Those who meet stated minimum academic requirements are not guaranteed admission, nor are those who fail to meet those requirements necessarily precluded from admission, if they offer other appropriate strengths and/or experience.

　　TOEFL IB -79,TOEFL paper-based -550, IELTS - 6.5

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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Application deadline:

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Further information

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

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