Admission Requirements:

Applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Sciences from an Egyptian university or an equivalent degree from an academic institution recognized by the Supreme Council of Universities. The applicant must have obtained a minimum overall grade of Good, with a minimum specialization average of Very Good. In addition, no more than 15 years must have elapsed since obtaining the bachelor’s degree.

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: Four years.

Credit Hours:Minimum: 38 credit hours, Maximum: 47 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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