Program Overview

Introduction to the Veterinary Medicine Doctor of Philosophy Program

The Comparative Biomedical Sciences graduate program offers a unique approach to advanced training of professional and graduate students leading to MS and PhD degrees in preparation for careers in biomedical, clinical, and field-based epidemiological research. Significant need exists at the national and international levels for skilled scientists who are trained in modern translational research methods to apply advances in medicine to improve animal and human health.

About the Program

Recognizing the commonality between human and animal medicine, translational research at the College of Veterinary Medicine is at the forefront of advancing discoveries in basic research that can be taken from the field or clinic, the laboratory bench, and applied to the patient's bedside and to the population as a whole. Upon graduation from our program, students will have gained an understanding of hypothesis-based research and the training necessary to pursue a variety of careers in academia, government, and industry.

Program Details

• The program is designed to provide advanced training in biomedical sciences.
• It leads to MS and PhD degrees.
• The focus is on preparing students for careers in biomedical, clinical, and field-based epidemiological research.
  • Careers can be pursued in academia, government, and industry.
• Translational research is a key component, applying basic research discoveries to improve animal and human health.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of the program, graduates will have:

• Gained an understanding of hypothesis-based research.
• Acquired the training necessary to pursue a variety of careers.
• Been prepared to apply advances in medicine to improve health outcomes.

Research Areas

The program emphasizes translational research, focusing on the commonality between human and animal medicine to advance discoveries and improve health outcomes.