Ph.D. in Livestock Products Technology studies the science and technology that underpins the production, processing, and quality control of animal-based goods such as meat, milk, eggs, and leather. The program typically lasts 3 to 5 years and includes instruction in food science, biochemistry, microbiology, and animal husbandry as well as extensive research. Students learn about meat and dairy processing, food safety, quality assurance, and new ways to preserve and enhance livestock products. Graduates are prepared to work in academia, the food industry, government regulatory agencies, and research organizations, helping to promote food safety, sustainability, and the creation of new livestock-based products.
