112 PhD programmes offered by the university

The Department of Environmental and Global Health at University of Florida offers graduate work leading to the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy in One Health. 

The Animal Molecular and Cellular Biology (AMCB) graduate program at University of Florida offers Master of Science and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. 

The Ph.D. program in Food Science at University of Florida is a multidisciplinary program consisting of Food Chemistry, Food Processing and Engineering, and Food Microbiology and Safety. 

This Microbiology and Cell Science program at the University of Florida is designed for students who want to immerse themselves in research and contribute to scientific discovery from day one.

The PhD in Public Health-Social and Behavioral Sciences (SBS) Track at University of Florida is targeted to individuals who wish to develop advanced knowledge and skills in the social and behavioral sciences theories and methods used in public health.

The Department of Animal Sciences at University of Florida offers the degrees of Master of Science (thesis and non-thesis) and Doctor of Philosophy in Animal Sciences with emphasis in beef or dairy cattle, swine, or equine. 

The Department of Psychology at University of Florida offers the Doctor of Philosophy degree in Counseling Psychology. Students typically complete Masters of Science degree in Psychology prior to the Doctorate in Counseling Psychology.

At the University of Florida, we offer our graduate students a phd degree in Neuroscience. Students will read, interpret and critically analyze published literature in their field to formulate hypotheses. 

The mission of the Special Education program at the University of Florida area is to promote the successful inclusion of individuals with disabilities and their families in society through excellence in the education of teachers and leaders, the generation of new knowledge, and the application of existing knowledge.

The doctoral program in Counseling and Counselor Education at University of Florida  prepares students for careers in academia and advanced clinical and administrative positions. 

The SFFGS at University of Florida offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Forest Resources and Conservation (professional, non-thesis), Master of Science (thesis and non-thesis), and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Forest Resources and Conservation. 

Dentistry is the medical field devoted to the art and science of maintaining the health of soft and hard tissues of the oral cavity. Dentistry is not just about filling teeth! This Dental Sciences degree is offered at the University of Florida. 

The Department of Biology at University of Florida offers graduate programs in Zoology leading to the Master of Science in Teaching, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.

The Cancer Biology Concentration (CBC) at University of Florida provides training opportunities in cancer research ranging from basic to translational. 

The Department of Materials Science and Engineering at the University of Florida prepares students for research careers and teaches more in-depth materials and nuclear engineering knowledge through its graduate degrees.

Plant Breeding at University of Florida is an interdisciplinary and interdepartmental graduate program that provides comprehensive training to prepare well-rounded and career-ready plant breeders for academic, industry, non-profit and other sectors. 

The Agronomy Department at University of Florida offers the degrees of Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Science (thesis and non-thesis option) in agronomy with specializations in plant physiology, ecology, management and nutrition, weed science (terrestrial and aquatic), and plant breeding and genetics.

The department of Anthropology at University of Florida offers graduate work leading to the Master of Arts (thesis or non-thesis option) and Doctor of Philosophy degrees. 

The field of Nutritional Science at University of Florida has unprecedented public interest. This is fostered by evolving links between diet and health, and the impact of one’s individual genetic makeup on nutrient utilization. 

The Horticultural Sciences (HOS) graduate program at University of Florida is administered jointly by the Environmental Horticulture (HSE) and Horticultural Sciences (HS) departments and offers graduate programs leading to the Master of Science (thesis or nonthesis options) and the Doctor of Philosophy degrees.