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Master of Animal Science (MC-ANISCI)
Masters (Coursework)Year: 2017 Delivered: On Campus
About this course
Overview
Award title | Master of Animal Science |
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Year & campus | 2017 |
CRICOS code | 064717M |
Fees information | Subject EFTSL, level, discipline and census date |
Study level & type | Graduate Coursework |
AQF level | 9 |
Credit points | 200 credit points |
Duration | 24 months full-time or 48 months part-time |
Please note that this course is no longer accepting enrolments. Students should consider enrolling into the Animal Science specialisation within the Master of Agricultural Sciences MC-AGSC
Candidates will graduate with an excellent understanding of the many factors underpinning animal systems and an awareness of methods for sustainable food and fibre production and their markets. The aims of the Masters of Animal Science (coursework) are to further develop an understanding of the biology of domestic and captive animals, their care, management and use as a resource for food, fibre, recreation and companionship; to develop an in-depth knowledge of the biology of animals, the complexities of the ethical and moral issues encompassing care, management and use as a resource will be examined in light of advances in human endeavour. The masters will allow a degree of specialisation based around analysis of animal systems management of a chosen species or classification of animals. The course design comprises theory and technology applications, with a focus on improving current cropping and animal production systems for increased product yields and qualities within Australian and International environments.
Animal science masters also comprises many existing and novel emerging areas in the animal and associated sciences, aimed to create opportunities for advances in the manipulation of biological systems for increased productivity. The scientific tools and advances are evolving fast and are being directly applied to food and fibre industries worldwide.
Entry requirements
Please note that this course is no longer accepting enrolments. Students should consider enrolling into the Animal Science specialisation within the Master of Agricultural Sciences MC-AGSC
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The Faculty of Veterinary and Agricultural Sciences (FVAS) welcomes applications from students with disabilities. It is University and Faculty policy to take reasonable steps to make reasonable adjustments so as to enable the student’s participation in the Faculty's programs. FVAS contributes to the New Generation degrees and offers a broad range of programs across undergraduate and post-graduate levels many of which adopt a multi-disciplinary approach.
Students of the Faculty's courses must possess intellectual, ethical, and emotional capabilities required to participate in the full curriculum and to achieve the levels of competence required by the School. Candidates must have abilities and skills in observation; motor in relevant areas; communication; in conceptual, integrative, and quantitative dimensions; and in behavioural and social dimensions.
Adjustments can be provided to minimise the impact of a disability, however students need to be able to participate in the program in an independent manner and with regard to their safety and the safety of others.
I. Observation: In some contexts, the student must be able to observe demonstrations and experiments in the basic and applied sciences. More broadly, observation requires reading text, diagrams, maps, drawings and numerical data. The candidate should be able to observe details at a number of scales and record useful observations in discipline dependant contexts.
II. Communication: A candidate should be able to communicate with fellow students, professional and academic staff, members of relevant professions and the public. A candidate must be able to communicate effectively and sensitively. Communication includes not only speech but also reading and writing.
III. Motor: Candidates should have sufficient motor function necessary for participation in the inherent discipline-related activities. The practical work, design work, field work, diagnostic procedures, laboratory tests, require varying motor movement abilities. Off campus investigations may include visits to construction sites, urban, rural and/or remote environments.
IV. Intellectual-Conceptual, Integrative and Quantitative Abilities: These abilities include measurement, calculation, reasoning, analysis, and synthesis. Problem solving, the critical skill demanded of professionals in land and environment industries, requires all of these intellectual abilities. In addition, the candidate should be able to comprehend three-dimensional relationships and to understand the spatial relationships of structures.
V. Behavioural and Social Attributes: A candidate must possess behavioural and social attributes that enable them to participate in a complex learning environment. Students are required to take responsibility for their own participation and learning. They also contribute to the learning of other students in collaborative learning environments, demonstrating interpersonal skills and an understanding of the needs of other students. Assessment may include the outcomes of tasks completed in collaboration with other students.
Students who feel their disability will prevent them from meeting the above academic requirements are encouraged to contact the Disability Liaison Unit.
Intended learning outcomes
In this course, students will
- Be able to demonstrate advanced knowledge and skills in the interdisciplinary field of animal science
- Interpret, critically analyse and evaluate data generated through research activities in order to effectively understand and implement improved animal systems (farm and other domesticated animals)
- Be exposed to advanced research topics and practical applications within the disciplines of animal science, and develop the skills necessary to plan and execute an independent piece of research and communicate the impact of this work
- Develop an understanding of problem solving and research methodologies and demonstrate personal accountability by applying solutions to diverse challenges facing animal systems
- Investigate and apply innovative approaches to the contemporary, interdisciplinary management of commercial animal systems
- Demonstrate a critical understanding of environmental, economic, social and ethical factors related to animal-derived food and fibre production in Australia and globally, with the cognitive, technical and creative skills necessary to communicate the information to a specialist and non-specialist audience
Generic skills
- A profound respect for truth, intellectual and professional integrity, and the ethics of scholarship
- Capacity for independent critical thought, rational inquiry and self-directed learning and research
- An ability to derive, interpret and analyse social, technical or economic information from primary and other sources
- Awareness of and ability to utilise appropriate communication technology and methods for the storage, management and analysis of data
- Capacity for creativity and innovation, through the application of skills and knowledge
- Ability to integrate information across a relevant discipline to solve problems in applied situations
- Highly developed computer - based skills to allow for effective on-line learning and communication.
- Highly developed written communication skills to allow informed dialogue with individuals and groups from industry, government and the community
- Highly developed oral communication skills to allow informed dialogue and liaison with individuals and groups from industry, government and the community.
- Appreciation of social and cultural diversity from a regional to a global context
- Ability to participate effectively as a member of a team
- Ability to plan work, use time effectively and manage small projects
Graduate attributes
The graduates from the Master of Animal Science (coursework) will have achieved academic excellence in their chosen field(s) of study. They will possess in-depth knowledge in those fields(s) and have been equipped with all necessary tools and skills to become leaders at both national and global levels.
Course structure
The Master of Animal Science (coursework) consists of 200 credit points of study. The Master course may be undertaken as either full time study over two years or part time study over four years and will be delivered at the Parkville campus. International students may only enrol in the course on a full time basis.
The program comprises of 75 credit points of Core subjects, 25 credit points of Professional Toolbox subjects, a minimum of 25 credit points of Research Project and a minimum of 25 credit points of discipline electives.
Subject options
Core Subjects
Students must complete all of the following six subjects (75 points):
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
---|---|---|---|
BIOL90023 | No longer available | ||
AGRI90057 | Climate Change:Agric.Impacts&Adaptation | July (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL90022 | No longer available | ||
DASC90010 | Dairy Systems | August (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL90021 | No longer available | ||
AGRI90085 | No longer available |
Professional Toolbox
Students must complete two Professional Toolbox subjects (25 points) , one subject (12.5 points) from Science Tools and one subject (12.5 points) from Business Tools or Scientific Communication
Science Tools
Students must complete one of the following subjecs (12.5 points):
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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NRMT90003 | Social Research Methods | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AGRI90075 | Research Methods For Life Sciences | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Business Tools/Scientific Communication
Students must complete one of the following subjects (12.5 points):
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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NRMT90017 | Leadership | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
NRMT90018 | Human Resource Management |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (Online)
|
12.5 |
NRMT90021 | Project Management |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
AGRI90013 | Financial Management for Agribusiness |
Semester 1 (Online)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
NRMT90019 | Business Strategy | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
ENST90023 | Managing Innovation and Change |
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
SCIE90012 | Science Communication | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AGRI90076 | Industry Internship |
Summer Term (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
July (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
Research Project
Students must complete a minimum of two subjects (25 points) of the following:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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AGRI90064 | Minor Research Project | Not available in 2017 | 12.5 |
AGRI90070 | Minor Research Project |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
AGRI90065 | Major Research Project | Not available in 2017 | 25 |
AGRI90072 | Major Research Project |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
50 |
Discipline Electives
Students must complete a minimum of two subjects (25 points) of the following:
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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BIOL90024 | No longer available | ||
BIOL90025 | No longer available | ||
DASC90012 | Animal Welfare | April (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
BIOL90026 | No longer available | ||
FOOD90010 | Meat and Meat Products | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
FOOD90012 | Current Issues in Dairy Science | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
Other Electives
Code | Name | Study period | Credit Points |
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FOOD90011 | Food Biotechnology | Not available in 2017 | 12.5 |
NRMT90002 | Management of Plant and Animal Invasions | Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
AGRI90014 | Managing Markets |
Semester 2 (Online)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
AGRI90012 | Agribusiness Management Economics |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (Online)
|
12.5 |
MGMT90018 | Managerial Psychology |
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
12.5 |
FOOD90025 | Health Aspects in Functional Foods | Not available in 2017 | 12.5 |
PPMN90053 | No longer available | ||
FOOD90028 | Sensory Analysis and Practice | February (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
POPH90293 | No longer available | ||
ENST90032 | Sustainability and Behaviour Change | Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville) |
12.5 |
EVSC90001 | Global Environment and Sustainability | Not available in 2017 | 12.5 |
Majors, minors & specialisations
Master of Animal Science
Further study
There is a clear progression pathway from masters by coursework programme to PhD.
Reassessment
In accordance with the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326), Examiners may offer reassessment (as a second attempt at passing a subject for a borderline failure in a single subject) to a student enrolled in this course. A borderline failure is defined as a mark of 45% or more.
Last updated: 30 January 2024