BSc in Animal Sciences - Animal Production and Industry in West Lafayette United States | Purdue University

The Department of Animal Sciences at Purdue University fosters leadership and innovation in student education, equipping them to tackle emerging challenges in worldwide animal industries. Our faculty engages in impactful scientific research and technology dissemination to support sustainable production of premium animal products, ensuring animal welfare, improving human nutrition, and promoting eco-friendly methods.

Our department's vision is straightforward: we aim to become Indiana's premier resource for animal science knowledge, serving students, industry partners, agricultural organizations, government entities, consumers, and more. We focus on three key objectives: 1) delivering a challenging, practical education that prepares students for lifelong learning, 2) establishing research excellence in targeted fields while building collaborative teams to address industry challenges, and 3) meeting stakeholder needs through innovative digital solutions. Our faculty specializes in growth biology, nutrition science, genetics, physiology, animal management, welfare, and behavior. We also collaborate with USDA Livestock Behavior Unit scientists who serve as adjunct faculty.

Animal Agribusiness students complete 22 credit hours in economics and business management courses.
Those in Animal Production and Industry take 22 credits covering animal products, financial planning, production systems, biochemistry, and microbiology.
Behavior/Well-being students pursue 18 credit hours focused on biochemistry, animal behavior, and welfare studies.
Biosciences concentrators complete 16 credit hours in advanced biological sciences, organic chemistry, biochemistry, and physics.
Pre-Veterinary Medicine students undertake 25 credit hours in biology, chemistry, biochemistry, and physics coursework.