About the B.S. in Animal Science
Students majoring in animal science for the B.S. degree may choose to focus on one of 10 concentrations: animal business, production, science, meat science, meat science business, equine production, equine science, equine assisted therapy, companion animal science, and companion animal science (pre-veterinary). In addition, the department also directs the pre-professional course preparation for veterinary medicine and the Equine Science Certificate Program.
For students majoring in animal science, the prepares them for careers in all facets of livestock production and subsidiary support services by blending animal science with business and economics courses. The provides the latest scientific principles for efficient livestock production, marketing, and processing. The provides training in advanced basic sciences to prepare students for study toward an advanced degree. The and prepare students in meat processing, science, and safety.
The equine emphasis options are designed to prepare students for careers in the equine industry. The provides training in advanced basic sciences to prepare students for study towards an advanced degree with equine emphasis. The is designed to prepare students to enter the equine industry with training in all aspects of equine management. The is a specialized concentration to prepare students for a career in the field of equine therapy and handicapped rehabilitation.
The prepares students for careers working with companion animals, while the prepares students for post-graduate training in veterinary medicine.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all animal science courses required for graduation. In addition, students are required to take a 3-hour internship or a 3-hour research experience to fulfill graduation requirements. All electives are subject to departmental approval.
Communication Literacy Requirement in Animal Science
Communication literacy in Animal Science is evidenced by competence in finding, reading, and interpreting animal science material; and communicating (both written and oral) an understanding of the material. This is accomplished through the analysis of literature—both scientific and popular press, as well as through writing and public speaking to a variety of audiences with diverse educational backgrounds. These skills will be assessed in four required courses: or ; ; ; and at least one of the following: , , , , or .
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