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    BSc Programs in Animal Husbandry

    A Bachelor of Science is an undergraduate degree available to high school graduates and others who wish to earn a higher education. Taking approximately three to five years to earn, this degree typically focuses on the technology, health sciences or social sciences fields.

    What is a BSc in Animal Husbandry? It is a program that studies the biological and physical processes of management and care of livestock animals while focusing on the further development of their genetic traits and behavior. Course material may include the day-to-day care and breeding of animals such as cows, chickens, pigs and goats. Depending on the student’s interest, the curriculum can be designed for jobs related to the animal and food industries, while other curricula may be designed for jobs related to farm ownership or operations. Regardless of the curriculum focus, any animal that is raised for meat, milk, eggs, wool or other products is typically studied under this program. Additionally, the species of animals studied can vary depending on which part of the world the education is received in.

    Students in this program tend to learn excellent teamwork skills, which are often beneficial no matter the career chosen. Compassion and management skills are also invaluable and can help in all aspects of life.

    The cost of earning a bachelor’s degree in animal husbandry will vary depending on school location and the length of time it takes to complete the coursework. Future scholars should contact schools of interest for enrollment cost details.

    Earning a Bachelor of Science in Animal Husbandry can lead to a wide array of job opportunities such as animal caretaker or technician, breeding supervisor or livestock farm manager. Individuals can elect to be more hands-on with animals by actually caring for their health as veterinarians or by improving the quality of the species by means of breeding. Others may tend towards the supervisory side of employment by managing a large farm or agribusiness company.

    There are numerous locations around the world to choose from when earning a BSc in Animal Husbandry. Online classes are also a viable option. Search for your program below and contact directly the admission office of the school of your choice by filling in the lead form.