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University of Wyoming

Animal Science Programs

The Department of Animal Science offers a variety of courses in animal and food science.  The department has modern laboratories and excellent animal facilities including a livestock teaching arena and a meat processing facility.  Courses in animal science, food science and pathobiology are the core offerings in the various options.

The Department of Animal Science and the Department of Veterinary Science have combined curriculum under Animal and Veterinary Science (ANVS).  Agriculture, in its broadest definition, is the nation's largest industry.  Livestock production is Wyoming's largest agricultural enterprise.  Animal agriculture and its associated industries offer many opportunities for the interested student.  Whether a student is interested in production livestock, allied fields such as meat science, business or animal health, or wants to apply to a college of veterinary medicine, the degree tracks offered will form the basis for a challenging career in animal agriculture/biology. 

The curriculum has options in:

● Production

● Range Livestock

● Business

● Communication

● Animal Biology

● Pre-Veterinary Medicine

● Meat Science & Food Technology

 

The curriculum leads to a wide variety of career opportunities for animal and veterinary science graduates.  The various options provide maximum flexibility to meet the changing needs of students and their employers.  A student may also choose to combine 2 options (Example = Production/Business) and/or add a minor in order to broaden their education in Animal Science.

Students are encouraged to participate in activities related to their degree option.  The department offers: a livestock judging team, a meats judging team and a wool judging team.  Each team travels and participates in at least one major exposition a year.  Field trips, as practical teaching aids in many classes, are scheduled throughout the year.  Internships are available to gain practical experience.  Student organizations such as the Block and Bridle Club, Food Science Club, Rodeo Club, Microbiology Club, and the Pre-Vet Club provide additional educational and recreational materials.

 

 

Production Option

This option provides a strong background in livestock production and management.  Students interested in livestock production should enroll in this option.

 

 

 

Range Livestock Option

This option emphasizes range livestock management.  Students interested in the management of livestock and range resources should enroll in this option.

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Business Option

Students desiring a strong background in business in addition to the basic courses in animal and veterinary science should enroll in this option.  Graduates will be qualified for careers in the livestock agribusiness industry.

 

 

 

 

 

Communication Option

Students in this option obtain a basic education in animal and veterinary science and also acquire in-depth communication skills.  Students interested in careers in agriculture communications with emphasis on the livestock industry should enroll in this option.

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Animal Biology

This option within the major requires more complete and stringent basic sciences.  Students may complete pre-medical requirements or other pre-professional allied health requirements while completing a B.S. degree that prepares them for alternate career choices.  Selected courses provide opportunity for more complete exposure in both biological sciences and pathobiology.  Possible alternatives to professional schools include graduate school admission or employment by government or industry in research, promotion or sales.

 

 

Pre-Veterinary Medicine

This option is especially designed to prepare students for application to colleges of veterinary medicine.  There is a strong emphasis on the biological, biomedical and physical sciences.  This curriculum is also appropriate for students wishing to pursue graduate school opportunities, other professional school applications, or careers in many areas of agribusiness.  A minimum of three years of formal course work is required before one can apply to a college of veterinary medicine.  Students accepted before completion of their B.S. degree can transfer credits back to UW to complete their degree requirements.  Wyoming does not have a college of veterinary medicine.  Faculty advisors insure that students meet the variable pre-veterinary requirements for application to colleges of veterinary medicine in their home state or region.

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Meat Science & Food Technology

Students taking this option will have an excellent background for entering the meat industry.  The food industry is the largest employer in this country and offers a wide variety of career opportunities.