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Animal Science Specialisation
MajorYear: 2017
Animal Science Specialisation
Contact information
Coordinator
Dr Ian Bland
Coordinator: ibland@unimelb.edu.au
Prospective students:
http://fvas.unimelb.edu.au/about/contact
Currently enrolled students:
Overview
The Animal Science specialisation offered within the Master of Agricultural Sciences provides a multi-disciplinary education and research-led stream aimed at developing graduates who wish to engage in issues surrounding animal science. Graduates will be taught the issues surrounding animal science covering the biological aspects and impacts animals have on the world.
Intended learning outcomes
- Be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in animal science
- Interpret, critically analyse and evaluate data generated through research activities in order to effectively understand and implement improved animal systems
- Investigate and apply innovative approaches to the contemporary, interdisciplinary problems in animal science
Last updated: 30 January 2024
Structure
Students in the 200 point, 150 point and 100 point (A) programs of the Master of Agricultural Sciences complete four core subjects (50 points) for this specialisation.
Students in the 100 point (B) program of the Master of Agricultural Sciences complete three core subjects (37.5 points) in this specialisation.
Subject Options
Animal Science Specialisation Core Subjects
| Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| DASC90006 | Nutrition and Feed Science | September (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| DASC90008 | Monogastric Science | March (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| DASC90009 | Behaviour of Farm & Companion Animals | Not available in 2017 | 12.5 |
| DASC90011 | Genetics and Animal Breeding | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
| DASC90012 | Animal Welfare | April (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Links
http://fvas.unimelb.edu.au/study/courses/master-of-agricultural-sciences/overviewLast updated: 30 January 2024