Our program prepares animal and food science professionals for advanced positions in many private and public organizations. Graduates of our program work for pharmaceutical companies, veterinary consultants, universities, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and many top food and agricultural companies.
Choosing from the many specializations of our professors, students will find a variety of hands-on experiences to suit their interests. Faculty and researchers in the Animal and Food Science Department manage laboratories focused on:
Students interested in learning more about these research operations are encouraged to email the associated contact listed above.
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To better understand the interests and areas of study available within the Animal and Food Science Department, browse these recent dissertations and theses from our graduates:
The Effect of Oil Type, Oil Quality, Vitamin E, and Phytase Supplementation on Broiler Performance, Apparent Nutrient and Energy Utilization on Fatty Acid Profile of Fat and Liver in Broiler Chickens
Richard A Adefioye, M.S. 2021
Predicting Tomorrow: Optimizing the Early Detection of Disease and Disease Recovery in Dairy Calves using Precision Technologies
Melissa Cantor, Ph.D. 2021
Impact of Mineral Supplementation on Intake Behavior and Blood Flow in Beef Cattle Exposed to Fescue-Derived Alkaloids
Hannah Marie Herzing, M.S. 2021
General Requirements for Admission:
Applicants to the Animal and Food Science Master’s program must have completed a four-year degree at an accredited institution of higher education with at least a 3.0 GPA for all undergraduate courses.
Additionally, they must submit scores from the verbal, quantitative, and analytical portions of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
Previous coursework requirements also include the successful completion of:
Other Required Application Materials:
General Requirements for Admission:
Applicants to the Animal and Food Science Ph.D. program must be in the process of completing, or have already completed, an M.S. degree or equivalent.
They also must have completed a four-year degree at an accredited institution of higher education, must have achieved at least a 3.00 GPA for all undergraduate courses, and must submit scores from the verbal, quantitative, and analytical portions of the Graduate Record Exam (GRE).
Previous coursework requirements also include the successful completion of:
Other Required Application Materials:
Applicants must meet the Graduate School admission requirements.
Application Deadlines:
For more information, and to apply, visit the University of Kentucky Graduate School website.
Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food & Environment
Animal & Food Sciences
814 W. P. Garrigus Bldg.
(859) 257-2891
