Bachelor of Science [B.S] [Animal Science] From Northwest Missouri State University

Science?refers to students learning the anatomy, physiology, hormones and appropriate nutrition for livestock;?research?teaches students how to conduct research; and?experiential learning?provides student with opportunities for experience at the R.T. Wright Farm including annual procedures such as pregnancy tests on cows, castration and vaccination.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES

Animal science has a variety of career options. The American Association of Animal Science stated that more than 500 job classification are associated with animal science degrees.

More than 95%?of students who graduated with a degree in animal science obtained employment or continued their education within six months after graduation.?

The following is a listing of common positions for graduates with an animal science major:

• Animal Health Researcher
• Artificial Insemination Technician
• Consumer Information Specialist
• Farm Manager
• Feedlot Manager
• Husbandry Specialist
• Lab Technician
• Marketing/Sales