The University of Milan PhD in Veterinary and Animal Science
The University of Milan

The University of Milan

PhD in Veterinary and Animal Science

Milan, Italy

PhD

3 years

English

Full time

Oct 2026

On-Campus

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Key Summary

    About : The PhD in Veterinary and Animal Science offers an opportunity for in-depth research in areas like animal health, welfare, and production systems. Students will engage in advanced studies that contribute to scientific knowledge and focus on practical applications in veterinary settings. The program’s structure allows for flexible research projects and collaboration with professionals and organizations in the field.
    Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including positions as veterinary researchers, animal behaviorists, or academic professionals. Other opportunities may include roles in government agencies, non-profit organizations, and veterinary consulting practices, where skills in research and technical knowledge are in demand.

This program aims to coordinate advanced learning activities in Veterinary Sciences and Animal Productions, fostering scientific and cultural development through advanced research. It leverages existing collaborations with industry and leading national and international research institutions to develop new partnerships and promotes internationalization by involving foreign scholars and students in research and training activities.

The objectives of this programme are:

  1. To coordinate third-cycle learning activities for all disciplines related to Veterinary Sciences and Animal Productions
  2. To provide the opportunity for scientific and cultural development of young graduates in disciplines that belong to this sector by developing advanced research programmes and providing specialised teaching programmes
  3. To use the network of current collaborations and agreements between proponent teaching staff and industry and enterprise in the above sectors
  4. To exploit the many active partnerships with leading Italian and international research institutions to acquire authority and multidisciplinarity for the development of new and more functional partnerships
  5. To promote internationalisation by involving foreign scholars and students in organised research and training activities