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Livestock farming is an industry which produces the necessities of life by the raising of farm animals and special animals. Animal products such as milk, meat, eggs, and honey are important foods for human life and health, and demand for them is increasing annually. Consequently, the improvement in quantity and quality of livestock and the development of high quality animal products are required. The Department of Animal Science aims to train excellent technologists who are able to work in the fields of livestock husbandry and also makes efforts to develop new animal resources and to use biotechnology for the improvement of animal productivity. The major subjects are Animal Breeding, Reproduction, Management, Feeds and Feeding, Nutrition, and Milk and Meat processing.

The department offers programs of study and research leading to MS degrees in animal science and poultry science. The candidates have the choice of selecting a thesis or non-thesis program. The non-thesis candidate is required to take additional credits, and his/her research normally will be more field-oriented, with a research report presented instead of a thesis. The department is especially qualified and equipped for graduate study and research in the following areas:

nutrition of livestock and poultry

diseases of livestock and poultry, including preventive immunology and epizootiology of diseases

production of milk, meat, and eggs as related to breeding and feeding

Graduate students in the department may become candidates for a degree in the interfaculty program in nutrition by meeting the requirements described in the Graduate Studies section of this catalogue.

Throughout history, animals have contributed to human society by providing food, materials and companionship and by performing key roles in the workplace, in recreation and in sport.

Animal science is not only a fascinating subject to study. It is also vital for improving standards of animal welfare, protecting livestock from disease epidemics and safeguarding public health from animal borne diseases.

Animal science is also central to addressing other issues of today, such the growing global demand for meat, milk and eggs and how climate change will affect the spread of animal diseases. With current concerns about greenhouse gas emissions from livestock, knowledge of animal science will also be critical in the drive to reduce the environmental impact and improve the sustainability of livestock production systems.

The Applied Animal Science course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills required for a career in animal science, where employment opportunities continue to be excellent.