Animal Science (ANSC)
Winnipeg, Canada
Bachelor's degree
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Animal Science (ANSC) program explores the biology, management, and welfare of domestic and companion animals. It emphasizes applied research, animal behavior, and nutrition, preparing students for various aspects of animal care and management.
Career Outcomes: Graduates can pursue careers in animal husbandry, veterinary services, animal nutrition, and research. Opportunities also exist in animal welfare organizations and agricultural enterprises.
An introduction to animal structure and function. Genetics, growth and reproduction will be related to animal production. Further, the digestive systems of various livestock species will be studied and related to types of feedstuffs that each species can utilize. The general function of nutrients within animals will also be discussed. Nutrient content of feedstuffs and application to nutrient requirements will be discussed.