Program Overview
The Avian Health and Medicine at The University of Georgia is a MSc programme in Medicine & Health Sciences over 36 months, delivered Online. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of medicine & health sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Avian Health and Medicine programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 36 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: Online
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 45,288 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 45,288 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Avian Health and Medicine programme are prepared for diverse careers in medicine & health sciences:
- Healthcare Professional
- Clinical Researcher
- Health Policy Analyst
- Public Health Specialist
- Medical Writer
- Healthcare Manager
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Breeder Husbandry and Health
- Incubation Theory, Hatchery Practices, and Poultry Health
- Poultry Genetics and Nutrition
- Poultry Practicum I Poultry Husbandry
- Poultry Pathology
- Poultry Practicum II Management of Disease
- Poultry Immunology and Infectious Diseases
- Poultry Practicum III Preventive Medicine
- Poultry Food Safety Epidemiology
- Poultry and Public Health Issues Impacting International Trade
- Poultry Practicum IV International Trade Issues
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to 3 on a US 4.0 grading scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on a 4.0 scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
Admissions Requirements
- All students must apply and be admitted to the University of Georgia Graduate School.
- Additional requirements include:
- Demonstrated interest or experience in poultry medicine
- A DVM, or equivalent degree
- A biographical sketch describing your experiences, interest in poultry medicine, and your reasons for applying to the Master of Avian Health and Medicine program
Competitive applicants will have:
- Minimum veterinary school grade point average of 3.0
- GRE combined verbal and quantitative score of 297 or 1000 if taken prior to August 1, 2011
- Official transcripts
- Written references from at least three people
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 45,288 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 45,288 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 45,288 (Tuition (Full programme)) — International students; USD 45,288 (Tuition (Full programme)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Georgia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About The University of Georgia
The University of Georgia
Tbilisi, Georgia
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University Profile- Application Deadline Apr, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 36 months
