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Animal Science

Other/Related Variations

· Animal Science & Industry

· Animal Science & Management

Degree Type/Duration

· Associate’s Degree (2 years)

· Bachelor’s Degree (4 years)

· Master’s Degree (Varies)

· Doctorate Degree (Varies)

Overview

Animal Science focuses on the understanding of the life cycle of companion/production animals through the study of animal behavior, growth, development, lactation, genetics, breeding, nutrition and reproduction. This major allows students to seek careers in animal agriculture.

Coursework may cover the following areas: Anatomy, Nutrition, Genetics, ‘Species’ Science, Biology, Chemistry, Reproduction, Working with Animals, Livestock Handling, Marketing & Management of Livestock, Physiology of Animals, Animal Behavior, Food Processing, Animal Feeds, Embryo Transfer, Lactation, Meats

Concentrations/Options

· Animal Agribusiness

· Animal Biology

· Animal Care and Management

· Behavior

· Biosciences

· Dairy Foods Technology

· Food Animal Production

· Livestock

· Pre-veterinary Medicine

· Products

· Science and Technology