Learning Goals
- Students must enroll and complete sufficient research credits and elective courses to total 30 credits.
- At least 13 credits should be from course credits.
- Graduate courses should be selected with the objective of expanding the student’s knowledge and expertise within their area of specialty in consultation with the major professor and with the approval of the Academic Plan Committee (APC).
- Research may be conducted in a variety of areas involving population health.
Premier Research and Resources
- Learn from the #1 Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (VDL) in the U.S., gaining hands-one experience with pioneering disease detection and diagnostic tools.
- Benefit from a $28 million budget and over 50 expert faculty, preparing you for leadership in sustainable food animal agriculture.
- Leverage Iowa State’s renowned resources like the Swine Medicine Education Center (SMEC), the Field Epidemiology Team, and the Center for Food Security and Public Health, all designed to give you a competitive edge in your career.
- Stay at the forefront of veterinary medicine with $19.5 million in funded grants.
