Admission Requirements

Applicants must hold a Research Master’s Degree in Agricultural Sciences from a recognized university or an equivalent degree from another accredited academic institution. The period since obtaining master's degree must not exceed ten years. Applicants must register for the PhD in the same specialization as their master's degree and within the same department. If registering in a new specialization, the student must complete at least 30 credit hours of master's-level courses in the new specialization with a minimum GPA of 2.7 (Very Good), in addition to the doctoral coursework requirements.

Target Group: Egyptian and International Students

Application Periods: Applications are accepted twice annually:

• October: From June to August each year.
• February: From November to January each year.

Program Duration: Four years

Credit Hours:

- Minimum: 38 credit hours

-Maximum: 47 credit hours

Program Advantages

Diverse career opportunities across various agricultural and animal production sectors.

• Strong integration between animal and plant production, making animal production an essential component of agricultural systems.

• Faculty members with extensive expertise and educational backgrounds from leading international institutions.

• A strong academic and research reputation for both the university and the faculty.

• Comprehensive training in scientific research, laboratory analysis, and data interpretation.

• Practical experience in handling and managing animals under different production systems.

• Training in scientific data collection, analysis, academic writing, and thesis preparation.

• Development of critical thinking, problem-solving, and evidence-based decision-making skills.

• Opportunities to work within multidisciplinary research teams and participate in research project management.

Skills Acquired by Graduates

Research and Scientific Skills

• Collecting, evaluating, and documenting scientific information from diverse sources.

• Critically analyzing scientific data and assessing its applicability.

• Conducting laboratory analyses of feed samples and various biological fluids.

• Collecting and managing research data using scientifically sound methodologies.

• Writing scientific papers, reports, and academic theses according to international standards.

• Practical and Professional Skills

• Applying practical techniques in farm-based experiments involving rabbits, sheep, goats, dairy production, and fattening systems.

• Managing livestock farms and overseeing various production operations.

• Working effectively within multidisciplinary teams.

• Solving technical and scientific problems and making informed decisions in a timely manner.

Contact Information

Email:

Basma42@agr.asu.edu.eg

Program Email:

Basma42@agr.asu.edu.eg