一项为期四年的基于论文的计划为高级研究提供了机会，为从事研究，大学教学和行政管理的职业做准备。它通常以在MSc计划中获得的研究技能为基础。学生需要完成3个研究生水平的课程，AFNS 601研讨会课程的两个学期的注册，8个小时的道德，专业发展，候选资格考试和研究，撰写和捍卫论文。本系提供世界一流的研究部门来称赞研究生初级生产和牧场管理，动植物科学，食品和农业食品以及人类营养与健康方面的研究。人类营养研究探索了营养与人类健康各个方面之间的联系，其最终目标是预防疾病和增强人类健康。生活质量。
A four-year thesis-based program offers an opportunity for independent research at an advanced level in preparation for careers in research, university teaching, and administration. It often builds on research skills gained in the MSc program. Students are required to complete 3 graduate level courses, two terms of registration in AFNS 601 Seminar course, 8 hours of Ethics, Professional Development, Candidacy Exam and research, write and defend a thesis.The Department offers world-class research divisions to compliment graduate studies in primary production and rangeland management, plant and animal sciences, food and agri-food products, and human nutrition and wellness.Human Nutrition research explores the links between all aspects of nutrition and human health with the ultimate goal of preventing diseases and enhancing the quality of life.