The Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment offers several doctorate degree programs to expand your knowledge and advance your career.

Our options range from Agricultural Economics to Entomology and more.

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Agricultural Economics

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Agricultural Economics (AEC) degree empowers future leaders to shape sustainable food systems, resilient rural communities, and global agricultural policy.

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Animal and Food Sciences

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Animal and Food Sciences (AFS) degree prepares students to innovate at the intersection of agriculture, animal production, and food science, driving solutions that shape sustainable food systems and improve lives.

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Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Biosystems and Agricultural Engineering (BAE) degree prepares students to develop sustainable engineering solutions for global challenges in agriculture, energy, and the environment.

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Entomology

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Entomology (ENT) degree prepares students to innovate at the intersection of insect science, agriculture, and health, driving solutions that protect crops, ecosystems, and communities.

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Family Sciences

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Family Sciences (FAM) degree prepares students for science and evidence-based practices to advance individual, family, and community health and wellbeing.

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Forest and Natural Resource Sciences

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Forest and Natural Resource Sciences (FNRS) degree prepares students to lead in sustainable forest and ecosystem management through advanced research, interdisciplinary training, and applied problem-solving.

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Integrated Plant and Soil Sciences

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Integrated Plant and Soil Sciences (IPSS) prepares students to advance sustainable solutions in agriculture, ecosystems, plant sciences, and soil sciences through research, innovation, and outreach.

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Veterinary Science

The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Veterinary Science (VS) prepares students to lead innovative research in equine health, preparing them for impactful careers in veterinary science and biomedical discovery.