A candidate seeking admission into the PhD programme must:

• Have an MPhil degree in Animal Science or related field from a recognized University.
• Candidates with M.Sc. degree (by taught course) in an Animal Science related field wishing to enroll onto the MPhil programme will be required to take additional courses and present a thesis.
• Submit an official transcript of academic record.
• Submit at least three reference reports, one of which must be from a former lecturer.
• Submit a proposal of 3-5 pages of intended area of study including a working bibliography.
• Pass a selection interview