Doctorate Programme

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Veterinary Sciences

3 Years Duration

Programme Description

Advanced Research: Conduct original studies on animal diseases, treatments, and management practices.

Zoonotic Diseases: Investigate diseases that can be transmitted between animals and humans.

Animal Welfare and Ethics: Explore strategies to improve animal care and address ethical considerations.

Wildlife and Conservation Medicine: Study the health and management of wildlife populations and ecosystems.

Veterinary Public Health: Address issues related to food safety, disease control, and public health policies.

Career Opportunities

A Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Veterinary Sciences is a prestigious and impactful degree that enables you to specialize deeply in animal health, welfare, and research. This advanced qualification focuses on advancing knowledge and solving pressing issues in veterinary medicine, livestock management, and wildlife conservation.

Career opportunities for this degree include:

Veterinary Research Scientist: Conducting groundbreaking studies on animal diseases, treatments, and vaccines.

University Professor or Lecturer: Educating future veterinarians and conducting academic research.

Wildlife Health Specialist: Contributing to conservation efforts and monitoring the health of wildlife populations.

Animal Health Policy Advisor: Assisting governments or organizations in developing animal health and welfare policies.

Global One Health Advocate: Working on the intersection of animal, human, and environmental health to address zoonotic diseases.

Veterinary Biotechnologist: Developing innovative biotechnologies, like diagnostic tools and genetic therapies, for animal health.

Livestock Health Consultant: Advising farmers and agricultural enterprises on maintaining animal health and productivity.

Pharmaceutical Development Scientist: Advancing veterinary medicine by formulating new drugs and vaccines.

Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) Specialist: Supporting animal welfare and public health initiatives globally.

Entry Requirements

To be admitted to this programme a prospective student should satisfy the following conditions:

Have a Masters degree in Veterinary Sciences or a closely related field (e.g., Animal Science, Biology, related biomedical sciences).

Environmental and Life Sciences

Public Health and Veterinary Sciences

Dean: Dr Mlamuleli Mhlanga (Acting Dean)

mmhlanga@lsu.ac.zw

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