PhD Scholarship Beef Cattle Management
Scholarship Description
Research in Animal Production remains the largest single research area with separate research interests in the beef, pig, dairy, equine, poultry and goat industries. The primary research disciplines active across these areas are production, health and welfare, nutrition, toxicology, reproduction, product quality, waste management and cellular and molecular biology in the areas of rumen microbiology and reproductive physiology. The aim of this research is to develop automated, individual animal, weighing, condition scoring and drafting systems for beef cattle suitable for use in extensive grazing systems. This scholarship is closed.
| Reference Number: | 4333 |
| Study Subject: | The development of animal management using advanced technologies |
| Web Address: | http://www.animal.uq.edu.au |
| Provided By: | School of Animal Studies, The University of Queensland |
| To be undertaken at: | The University of Queensland. |
| Level: | Post Graduate (Research) |
Availability
This scholarship is offered once only to one person. Open for applications until July 24, 2009.
Payment Information
The value of this scholarship is AUD26669 (per annum). This award is to be used for living expenses. This scholarship is paid fortnightly for the period of 3 years.
Research Information
This scholarship is for one of the following fields of research: AGRICULTURAL, VETERINARY AND ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES.
Eligibility
This scholarship is for study in Australia for those who have achieved Honours 1 or equivalent, Honours 2a or equivalent, or Masters or equivalent. Only citizens of Australia or New Zealand may apply.
Application Details
To apply for this scholarship you must apply directly to the scholarship provider. You can download a PDF with more information about the scholarship here. Terms and conditions are subject to change. Always confirm details with scholarship provider before applying.
| Main Contact Dr John Gaughan (School of Animal Studies ) The University of Queensland Email: j.gaughan@uq.edu.au Web Site: http://www.animal.qu.edu.au |