PhD in Animal and Food Sciences in Lexington United States | University of Kentucky

Our program equips future professionals in animal and food science for leadership roles across various private and public sectors. Alumni pursue careers with pharmaceutical firms, veterinary advisory services, academic institutions, the USDA, and leading agribusinesses. We offer a Ph.D. in Animal and Food Sciences, with specialized tracks in animal nutrition, behavior, reproductive physiology, or food science. Students can focus on specific livestock including cattle, horses, poultry, sheep, and swine. The food science curriculum allows for concentration in areas like food chemistry, microbiology, safety protocols, meat biochemistry, and processing techniques.