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Students pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Animal Science can specialize in one of 10 focus areas: animal business, production, science, meat science, meat science business, equine production, equine science, equine-assisted therapy, companion animal science, or companion animal science (pre-veterinary track). The department additionally oversees pre-veterinary coursework and offers an Equine Science Certificate Program. The Business Concentration combines animal science with business and economics to ready students for roles across livestock production and related industries. The Production Concentration teaches modern scientific methods for effective livestock production and marketing. The Science Concentration builds strong foundational science knowledge for graduate studies. Meat Science and Meat Science Business Concentrations focus on meat processing technology, scientific principles, and food safety.
Equine-focused programs train students for careers in the horse industry. The Equine Science Concentration develops advanced scientific knowledge for graduate-level equine studies. The Equine Production Concentration provides comprehensive training in horse management practices. The Equine Assisted Therapy Concentration prepares students specifically for therapeutic riding and rehabilitation careers working with disabled individuals.