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Animal Science

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Animal Science combines the study of animals and science, which leads to many more career choices than you might imagine. The Animal Science department has all the resources to give you an education that will place you among the highly demanded in the ever-growing field of Animal Scientists.

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Department Overview

Examples of Course Work

Animal Breeding
Beef, Dairy, Swine, Horse, or Sheep Production
Animal Nutrition
Diseases of Farm Animals
Physiology
Livestock Judging & Selection
Meat Science

Employment Opportunities

Feed & feed additive sales
Pharmaceutical sales
Cooperative Extension Service
Food Safety
Livestock Promotion, Sales, and Advertising
Processing & Marketing of Animals and Meats
Agricultural Lending Agencies
Livestock Operations Management
Professionals — DVM, MD, DO, MS, Ph.D.

Scholarship Opportunities

To apply:
1. Be admitted to the College.
2. Complete a college scholarship form by Feb. 15 for incoming freshmen, current students and transfer students.
3. Contact departments for scholarship information.

 

Options of Study

• Animal Science
• Pre-veterinary Medicine

Special Opportunities

Internships - Gain vital career skills during on-the-job training as a pre-professional by taking advantage of the internship program and working for a company suited to your interest and career goals. You can even receive college credit at the same time!

Research -- Hands-on experience can be gained by working with the faculty. Students have the opportunity to work in research laboratories and farms -- not only valuable experience, but college credit at the same time

Student Clubs

Block & Bridle
Pre-veterinary Medicine
These clubs have fun and involve professional activities for all members. Students work together developing leadership skills and
earning money to go on professional trips.

 

For more information contact,
Department of Animal Science
University of Arkansas
ANSC 103-E
Fayetteville, AR 72701
(479) 575-4351
(479) 575-7294 fax
http://animalscience.uark.edu/

 

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