Admission Requirements:

Applicants must hold a Research Master’s degree in Agricultural Sciences from a recognized university or an equivalent degree from another scientific institution recognized by the Supreme Council of Universities. The period since obtaining the master’s degree must not exceed ten years. Applicants are required to enroll in the same specialization as their master’s degree within the same department. If applying from a different specialization, they must successfully complete at least 30 credit units from the master’s-level courses of the new specialization with a minimum GPA of 2.7 (Very Good), in addition to the PhD coursework.

Target Applicants:

Egyptian and international students.

Application Periods:

Applications are accepted twice a year:

-October: From June to August each year.

-February: From November to January each year.

Program Duration: Five years.

Credit Hours:Minimum: 54 credit hours, Maximum: 66 credit hours

Program Advantages:

• * Comprehensive study of the physiology of the various organ systems in poultry, including the neural and hormonal mechanisms regulating their functions.
• * Emphasis on fundamental physiological processes related to poultry production, including growth, reproduction, immunity, and homeostasis.
• * Exposure to modern biotechnological and genetic engineering techniques and their applications in poultry production.
• * Investigation of physiological responses to environmental and climatic changes, diseases, and stress, with a focus on developing sustainable scientific approaches to improve productive and reproductive performance.
• * Training in advanced reproductive technologies, including artificial insemination, semen preservation, and in ovo injection techniques.
• * Focus on biosecurity, poultry welfare, and strategies for improving flock health.
• * Integration of physiological principles with modern poultry farm management to enhance productivity and production efficiency.
• * Advanced study of embryonic physiology, incubation, and embryonic development, and their relationships to production quality.
• * Development of advanced knowledge in the physiology of behavior and physiological adaptation to different environmental conditions.
• * Opportunities to engage in advanced research in nanotechnology, immunology, and gut health.
• * Promotion of applied research that supports the poultry industry and enhances the competitiveness of the agricultural and livestock sectors.

Skills Acquired by Graduates:

• * Analyze the physiological functions of the various organ systems in poultry.
• * Evaluate reproductive and productive performance and identify factors contributing to reduced production efficiency.
• * Demonstrate proficiency in modern laboratory techniques, including sample and tissue preparation and examination, as well as physiological and biochemical measurements and analyses.
• * Apply biosecurity measures and environmental stress management strategies in poultry production systems.
• * Utilize advanced techniques in incubation, artificial insemination, and semen preservation.
• * Assess immune responses and evaluate health indicators in poultry.
• * Improve poultry housing and production environments while addressing factors affecting bird welfare.
• * Apply biotechnology and nanotechnology to enhance poultry production and productivity.
• * Design and conduct scientific research, implement experimental protocols, and analyze and interpret research findings.
• * Qualify for professional careers in poultry production, research laboratories, feed and vaccine industries, universities, and research institutions.

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