Dr. Jenny Ann Toribio

Professor

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Biography

Jenny-Ann Toribio is a Professor of Veterinary Epidemiology at the University of Sydney, specializing in public health and epidemiological research focused on animal health and zoonoses. She graduated with honors in Veterinary Science from the University of Queensland in 1989 and completed her PhD in Veterinary Epidemiology at the same institution in 1999, conducting research on smallholder pig management in the Philippines. Since her appointment as a lecturer in 2002, she has developed new curriculums for veterinary students and supervised numerous postgraduate research projects. Jenny-Ann's applied research primarily investigates biosecurity, emergency animal diseases, and zoonoses, contributing to better health practices among livestock producers. Her work extends across Australia, Indonesia, and Timor-Leste, where she has led evaluations of disease risks and developed training programs for veterinarians. She has been instrumental in shaping veterinary education and enhancing the professional skills of animal health practitioners in the Asia-Pacific region. In addition to her academic roles, Jenny-Ann is actively involved in various veterinary and epidemiological associations, contributing to advancements in veterinary science and public health in Oceania.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

2002-01-01 — Present

University of Sydney • Sydney, Australia

Leading the curriculum development and research initiatives in veterinary epidemiology.

Requirements for University of Sydney

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:17
Reading
Required:17
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:17
Total
Required:85
PTE
Listening
Required:54
Reading
Required:54
Writing
Required:54
Speaking
Required:54
Overall
Required:61
Prerequisites
A master's degree with a research component or a bachelor's degree with first or second-class honours. Demonstrated research experience and capability.
Application Checklist
  • Academic transcripts
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research proposal (1000+ words)
  • Two academic referee reports
  • Evidence of residency status
  • Written statement of support from potential supervisor
Specialization Notes

This entry applies to Faculty of Science PhD programs including Departments such as Life and Environmental Sciences, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Statistics.