This field focuses on principles of the five domains of animal welfare; nutritional, environmental, health, behavioural and mental. The core of the specialisation is identification, investigation, evaluation, proposal and management of animal welfare issues using indices of deprivation in the domains stated above. Research in this field includes effect of stressful and non-conducive environment on the physiology, reproduction, behavior, longevity, disease susceptible and resistances on animals. Candidates may also conduct studies to develop blood, physiological and physical profiles for determination of cruelty to animals. Other potential studies include welfare of wildlife by assessing the behavior, environment, adaption and survival in captivity.
Esperado Septiembre 2023
Universiti Putra Malaysia
SERDANG,
Selangor,
43400, Malaysia
Candidate must have a Master degree with thesis in an appropriate field.
Acceptance into the programme is subject to approval by School of Graduates and the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine, UPM.
TOEFL Written test (Academic version): 550 points
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TOEFL Computer test (Academic version): 213
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