<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><root><entry><title>Animal Physiology, MS</title><short_name>Animal Physiology</short_name><teaser> Designed for flexibility, this program is available as a thesis or coursework option. Research problems in farm animals, laboratory animals, and human nutrition issues form the basis for many studies, but a comparative approach is emphasized. </teaser><divisional_campus>morgantown</divisional_campus><level>graduate</level><hepc_level>masters</hepc_level><program_type>major</program_type><degree_designation>Master of Science</degree_designation><degree_program_title/><degree_program_link/><department_title/><department_link/><webAddressCourseCatalog>http://catalog.wvu.edu/graduate/daviscollegeofagricultureandnaturalresources/animalphysiology/#text</webAddressCourseCatalog><online>false</online><admissions_url>https://graduateadmissions.wvu.edu/academics/graduate-programs/animal-physiology-m</admissions_url><web_address_program/><catalog_url>http://catalog.wvu.edu/graduate/daviscollegeofagricultureandnaturalresources/animalphysiology/#text</catalog_url><college>Davis College of Agriculture and Natural Resources</college><school>School of Agriculture and Food Systems</school><school_link/><intro_background_image>https://ccdam.wvu.edu/programs/davis-32332-MGE-S00032-xx.jpg</intro_background_image><intro_background_image_alt>Agricultural Sciences Building entrance</intro_background_image_alt><intro_lead> The MS in Animal Physiology allows maximum flexibility in courses and research problems. </intro_lead><intro_text><![CDATA[ <p>Students have the opportunity to work with beef and dairy cattle, sheep, swine, poultry, or laboratory animals. Research problems in farm animals and laboratory animals form the basis for many studies, but a comparative approach is emphasized.</p>
<p>The MS degree is available as a thesis or coursework option.</p>
<p>Primary objectives for this program include:</p>
<ul>
<li>Critically evaluate the literature in their field of study as new knowledge is accumulated.</li>
<li>Identify research needs germane to providing answers to societal problems.</li>
<li>Apply research findings to professional practice in their fields.</li>
<li>Effectively use oral and written communication to share information and ideas.</li>
<li>Be qualified to take advanced-level professional positions in their respective fields of study.</li>
<li>Be qualified for doctoral studies in their fields.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Letters of Recommendation - 3</li>
<li>Statement of Purpose</li>
</ul>
<p>Additional considerations for applicants:</p>
<p><strong>Only applications with all completed requirements will be considered for admission.</strong></p>
<p><strong>International applicants must also submit</strong> <a href="https://graduateadmissions.wvu.edu/information-for/international-students"><strong>required materials for international applicants</strong></a><strong>.</strong></p>
 ]]></markdown><application_deadlines></application_deadlines></admission_requirements><related_programs_items></related_programs_items><related_keyser_programs></related_keyser_programs><related_beckley_programs></related_beckley_programs><program_contacts><contact><title>Annette Freshour</title><job_title/><email>nettie.freshour@mail.wvu.edu</email><phone>304-293-2651</phone></contact></program_contacts><meta_description>WVU's MS in Animal Physiology offers maximum flexibility with thesis or coursework options. Conduct research across farm and laboratory animals, or issues in human health and nutrition.</meta_description><keywords><keyword>genetics</keyword><keyword>health</keyword><keyword>nutrition</keyword><keyword>bioscience</keyword><keyword>laboratory</keyword><keyword>animal</keyword><keyword>animals</keyword><keyword>protea</keyword></keywords></entry></root>