Master of Science The M.Sc. program requirements are as follows:
Completion of the M.Sc. program requires a thesis (12 or 18 credits) plus coursework, for a total of 30 credits. With a 12-credit thesis, students can include a maximum of 6 credits of senior undergraduate courses. With an 18-credit thesis, students can include a maximum of 3 credits of senior undergraduate courses.
Students who are planning a professional career will typicaly enrol in the 12-credit thesis option. The 18-credit value option requires a more intensive research experience and is more appropriate for students considering the Ph.D. program or a research career. The thesis credit decision should be determined in consultation with the student and research advisor at the start of the program.
Additional coursework may be recommended upon consultation with the student's supervisory committee.
Ph.D. The Ph.D. program requirements are as follows:
coursework will be selected in consultation with the student's supervisory committee.
students are required to take a comprehensive examination.
completion of a research thesis demonstrating ability to conduct significant and original scientific research.
Course Work Coursework is selected in consultation with the students supervisory committee includes graduate courses in animal science and from other areas relevant to each students research.
