About the course

The relationships among people and animals are an integral part of our society, economy and culture. Animals provide us with food, clothing, recreation and companionship. Explore the biology of animals to focus on modern, efficient and humane ways to care for and make the best use of the animals who share our lives. The animal science major offers hands-on experiential learning opportunities with many animals, including companion and captive, aquatic, livestock, dairy, and equine, to name but a few. Regardless of their career path, animal science majors will make a difference in the lives of animals. The Animal Science major offers a variety of opportunities to students who enjoy animals and wish to study their biology and care. A practical, as well as scientific understanding of domestic animals is obtained by completing a specialization in animal behavior, biochemistry, genetics, nutrition, physiology, aquatic animals, avian sciences, companion & captive animals, laboratory animals, equine science, livestock & dairy, or poultry.

　　The Bachelor of Science program in Animal Science attracts students with a broad array of interests in animals including nutritional needs, physiological functions, genetic control of function, molecular biology and biotechnology. Knowledge is gained both in lecture classes and hands-on laboratories. The courses expose students to an integrated study of animal behavior, reproductions, growth, lactation, molecular biology, animal breeding, livestock judging, and many other aspects of animal biology. A wide array of formal and informal internship opportunities are available at the department's extensive animal facilities. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 8 Semester(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Winter (January), 2024	Davis
Spring (March), 2024	Davis
Fall (September), 2024	Davis
Winter (January), 2025	Davis
Spring (March), 2025	Davis
Fall (September), 2025	Davis
Winter (January), 2026	Davis
Spring (March), 2026	Davis

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of California - Davis

To be considered for freshman admission, you must complete secondary school, earn good grades in academic subjects, and receive a certificate of completion that grants you admission to university-level studies in your country.

　　prospective students must be on track to earn a high school diploma (or equivalent) and meet all UC freshman admission requirements.

　　Score 24 or higher on the ACT English Language Arts (ELA)

　　Score 31 or higher on Writing and Language in the SAT

　　Score 3, 4 or 5 on the AP examination in English Language and Composition, or English Literature and Composition

　　Score 6 or 7 on an IB Standard Level examination in English (Language A only)

　　Score 5, 6 or 7 on an IB Higher Level examination in English (Language A only)

　　IELTS - Score 6.5 or higher

　　TOEFL iBT - Minimum score of 80 or better

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 80.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of California - Davis. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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