The PhD VBMS is designed to train the next generation of scientists and educators who will be leaders in biomedical and veterinary research and education. Graduates will possess the credentials and competency to lead in academic, industry, and government settings, driving advancements in veterinary medicine and biomedical sciences.
Required Courses
Core
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
21.0
Research
Item #
Title
Credits
3.0
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9
Sub-Total Credits
60.0
PhD VBMS Candidates will enroll in VBMS-800 each semester until they defend. Candidates must complete a minimum of 60 hours of research.
Elective Courses
Complete up to 15 credit hours of electives from the following list:
Item #
Title
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
15.0
Students may also enroll in the following DVM courses to satisfy the PhD VBMS elective requirement:
| Item # | Title | Credits |
| CVM-711 | CVM-711: Veterinary Physiology | 5.5 |
| CVM-713 | CVM-713: Parasitology | 3.0 |
| CVM-722 | CVM-722: Veterinary Immunology | 2.5 |
| CVM-723B | CVM-723B: Veterinary Virology | 1.5 |
| CVM-723C | CVM-723C: Bacteriology and Mycology | 2.5 |
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Sub-Total Credits |
|
15.0 |
Total Credits
96