Welcome to the Bachelor of Science Animal Science

Animal Science degree students, which include pre-veterinary students, will learn in a hands-on, science-based curriculum under knowledgeable and friendly faculty. Students explore the science, production, and business of domestic food, fiber, and companion animal species. These species include beef cattle, dairy cattle, sheep, goats, swine, poultry, and companion animals. Also included are disciplines such as nutrition, reproduction, genetics, behavior, meat science, management, health, and biotechnology. Animal Science degree students learn experientially by working with MTSU livestock herds including beef cattle, dairy cattle, swine, and horses. Several extracurricular animal-related student organizations, including the Block and Bridle Club, Dairy Science Club, Poultry Science Club, and Pre-Veterinary Medical Society, provide unparalleled opportunities for students to engage with their fellow classmates and network with industry partners.

Career Path

Some career opportunities with a degree in Animal Science from MTSU might include Animal feed manufacturer, Animal health technician, Animal laboratory technician, Animal nutrition salesperson, Animal product processing supervisor, Animal shelter manager, Canine performance trainer, County extension agent, Government regulatory specialist, Livestock journalist, Livestock marketer, Livestock production manager, Pharmaceutical salesperson.