Master of Science in Animal Science

The M.S. degree offers students the opportunity to emphasize study in animal behavior, food science, food microbiology, functional genomics, nutrition, growth physiology, lactation physiology, reproductive physiology, muscle biology, endocrinology, and production management within Animal Science. Master of Science students are required to conduct thesis research (Plan A) or attain a comprehensive understanding in one of the above outlined areas (Plan B). Plan A programs of study must include a minimum of 15 credits of formal course work exclusive of research. Plan B programs of study must include a minimum of 24 credits of formal course work of which at least two, but not more than four credits, shall be a special research project. Additional specialization may be attained by focusing on dairy or beef cattle, sheep, swine, poultry, horses, companion or aquatic animals or their products.