Bachelor of Animal Science - Livestock Science (108318C)

The University of New England

With UNE's Bachelor of Animal Science you will graduate with knowledge and skills in the science-based fundamentals that underpin the relationships with and management of animals, plus acquire the practical experience to be on track for a rewarding career in rapidly changing animal-related industries. You will develop expertise in a specialist area through your major in livestock science or animal bioscience. Enhance your science-based qualifications and future fit your career across a range of workplace contexts.

UNE's three-year Bachelor of Animal Science will equip you with a holistic understanding of general and specialist animal science fundamentals including animal nutrition, physiology, genetics and human-animal interactions, then allow you to specialise in livestock science, or animal bioscience. You'll explore your chosen major in depth with an extensive range of minors to hone your specific focus.

Our major and minor streams enable you to develop the expertise needed for careers in the animal production, breeding and genetics, health and nutrition industries in the management and conservation of wildlife and management of feral pest species and in research to support animal industries. Studying an animal science course at UNE offers you the opportunity to:
Anchor your theoretical and practical knowledge with 12-weeks of practical experience, focusing on real-world applications and workplace situations to improve your employability as a graduate.
Experience real-life animal management systems through our commercial and government partners.
Learn hands-on through our world class facilities including the Centre for Animal Research and Teaching. The Centre contains a significant number of state-of-the-art integrated animal housing and handling facilities with allied laboratories dedicated to research and teaching.
Access the latest technology and techniques at our innovative SMART Farms. With properties covering 3,655 hectares, including farms within minutes of campus, the UNE SMART Farms are diverse and valuable teaching and research resources that you will utilise during your course. The farms support a range of disciplines including natural and agricultural ecosystems, poultry, livestock and canine sciences, precision agriculture and zoology.

Faculty of Science, Agriculture, Business and Law

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