Bachelor of Science - Animal Science Major
Animal Care
A course by
Lincoln University
A degree focused on animal science, health, welfare, production, and biosecurity, providing in-depth knowledge and preparing graduates for technical, advocacy, and management roles across the animal science industry.
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Core skills this course teaches
Understand biological, physiological, and biochemical processes
Describe processes that underpin animal form and function.
Comprehend scientific principles of animal production
Describe breeding, nutrition, growth, reproduction, lactation, and welfare in animals.
About This Course
The Bachelor of Science (Animal Science Major) equips students with an in-depth understanding of animal biology, health, welfare, production and biosecurity in the context of sustainability. The programme aligns with industry needs and prepares graduates to meet significant challenges in animal management, welfare, and the global supply chain. It covers key topics such as animal physiology, breeding, nutrition, diseases, pest control, and incorporates Māori perspectives and sustainability principles.
Course Content
- Animal biology and physiology
- Animal health and welfare
- Animal nutrition, breeding, and genetics
- Reproduction and lactation
- Animal production systems
- Biosecurity and pest control
- Sustainability and ethical considerations in animal science
- Livestock production and global supply chain
- Diseases affecting animal welfare
- Biochemistry and biometrics
- Ecology and conservation
- Statistics and experimental design
- Māori perspectives and indigenous knowledge
Entry Requirements
University Entrance through NCEA or an approved, equivalent qualification
Build towards these roles
Animal breeding specialistConservation officerBiosecurity officerAnimal production specialistAnimal welfare officerAnimal science researcher
Build skills in these industries
Animal scienceLivestock management
