Animal Science (BS)

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Grow your passion for animals into a career with a degree in Animal Science

Today, Texas agriculture has a Lone-Star-state-sized economic impact annually of $100 billion. At A&M-Commerce, you can hit the ground running to help build on this incredible momentum. Whether you choose to work in ranch management or on behalf of businesses deeply rooted in livestock including beef cattle, sheep, goats, swine or horses, you'll gain a firm understanding of agribusiness, livestock culture and the preparation of animals for food production purposes. You'll also have the opportunity to hone your skill set through internships in school and specific course offerings around your interests like equine science and cattle management.

Where It Is Offered Commerce

Duration 4 years

Foreign Language No foreign language credits required

Delivery Face-To-Face

Total Credit Hours 120 hours

Thesis Requirements No thesis required

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Animal Science (BS) :: 1.02 Good Fit For You

Is this Program a Good Fit for You?

Animal Science students are typically interested in:

Animal pharmaceutical sales
Food inspection
Stable management

Breed organizations
Ranch management

Animal Science (BS) :: 1.03 SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED

SEE YOURSELF SUCCEED WITH A DEGREE IN ANIMAL SCIENCE

Grow Your Passion for Agriculture

A&M-Commerce has one of the top hands-on agricultural programs in Texas. Explore horticulture, wildlife, livestock herds and more through exciting experiential learning and modern facilities.

Join the Family

The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources is a growing family with a supportive student culture, including multiple student organizations and competitive judging and show teams.

Professional showing students how to cut wood.

Accomplished Faculty

Work with professors who have ambitious research agendas solving problems on the farm, increasing nursery efficiency and improving worker safety.

Career Readiness

The College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources puts you front and center to potential employers by fostering positive relationships and maintaining a strong public presence throughout the agricultural industry.

Animal Science (BS) :: 1.06 PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

A degree in animal science will offer you the opportunity to:

Gain a firm understanding of selection, reproduction, nutrition and marketing of animal products.
Investigate the technologies, methods and practices that foster research, chemical reasoning and scientific breakthroughs.
Learn livestock and species-based management strategies.
Acquire on-the-job experience in agri-related areas of industry and business.

Animal Science (BS) :: 1.07 Careers

Careers

Animal science students develop all the tools and knowledge base to become technical and sales representatives with agricultural businesses such as consulting firms, feed and pharmaceutical companies, and regulatory agencies along with potential roles as ranch managers or county extension agents. Graduates are well-positioned to transition quickly when internship and job opportunities present themselves.

Career Possibilities and Current Median Salaries

Wholesale and Manufacturing
Sales Representative

$61,660

Animal Scientist

$60,760

Agricultural and Food Scientist

$64,020

Ranch Manager

$67,950

Conservation Scientist

$65,320

US DOL Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2018

Animal Science (BS) :: 1.08 INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ReadyToEdit

Internship opportunities

Internship experience provides the foundation employers are often looking for. Internships are offered as optional credit for this program and can be an important part of your education experience. These are just a few of the companies that partner with Career Development and offer opportunities for A&M-Commerce agriculture students.

Animal Science (BS) :: 1.10 MAJORS/EMPHASIS

Minors

Agribusiness
Agricultural Education
Agronomy
Equine Science

Family and Consumer Science
Food Studies
Horticulture

Animal Science (BS) :: 1.11 WHAT YOU WILL LEARN

What You Will Learn

After finishing challenging, fast-paced coursework tailored to your interests, you’ll be prepared for specific jobs such as ranch manager, county extension agent and laboratory technician.

Courses to Prepare You for Your Career

Core courses include beef cattle production, swine production, animal nutrition, genetics of livestock improvement and livestock management techniques.
Supporting courses include soil science, zoology and agricultural economics.

Animal Science (BS) :: 1.12 FEATURED COURSES

Featured Courses

Reproductive Physiology of Domestic Animals ANS 311

This course will teach you the anatomy and physiology of the male and female reproductive systems of domestic animals, as well as the endocrinology of reproduction, gestation and parturition.

Livestock Management Techniques ANS 317

You will practice animal handling and management techniques for dairy, beef, sheep, swine and poultry.

Introduction to Animal Science AGRI 1319

This course gives you a preliminary study of the selection, reproduction, nutrition and marketing of beef and dairy cattle, swine, sheep, horses and poultry.

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