Bachelor of Science
Animal Sciences
Study whole-animal biology and apply the latest in genetics, physiology, nutrition and meat science to livestock production and management. Careers include:
- Veterinary Medicine. Prepare for veterinary medical school by focusing on the sciences of animal health and management.
- Animal Products. Procure and distribute high-quality animal protein sources from the meat, dairy and poultry industries.
- Animal Management. Provide daily care and oversee the management of livestock, poultry, companion animals or zoo species.
- Research. Join a lab as a research technician or pursue advanced degrees to become a research investigator.
- Equine Industry. Focus on equine management to work in breeding, sales or at training facilities.
- Animal Health Companies. Step into sales positions with feed and pharmaceutical
Program Details
Career Possibilities
Veterinarian • Research Scientist • Nutrition & Pharmaceutical Sales & Development • Reproductive Technician • Zookeeper
Internships & employment
Elanco • Smithfield • Sinclair Bio Resources • St. Louis Zoo • Tyson Foods, Inc
Classes you might take
Monogastric or Ruminant Nutrition • Applied Livestock Genetics • Animal Welfare • Principles of Meat Science • Equine Breeding Management
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Admissions and Application
You can declare Animal Sciences as your major at any point during your career at MU without a separate application.
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