2010-2011 Graduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2010-2011 Graduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Animal and Range Sciences


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Program Description

This is a collaborative program among the Departments of Animal and Range Sciences, Dairy Science, Veterinary Science, and Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering. Successful completion of requirements leads to a Master of Science in Animal Sciences with specialization in Nutrition; Genetics and Reproduction; Meats, Muscle Biology and Growth; Range Science; Production and Processing Systems; or Veterinary Science.

This program allows for considerable latitude in the education and training of students. Identification of a major professor with resources to support the student’s thesis project is required for unconditional acceptance into the program. An advisory committee will be formed for each student. The advisory committee will work with the student to design a unique and individualized plan of study to meet the interests and needs of the student. While the training of most students is largely directed to a single discipline represented within one of the participating departments, cross-discipline training is available and encouraged.

Available Options for Graduate Degrees


    Master of Science:   Option A
Doctor of Philosophy:   60-Credit Plan
                                     90-Credit Plan

Core Requirements


At least three courses (8-9 credits) from the following list of courses are also required.


Additional courses from this list may be taken toward the discipline course requirement. The courses will be determined by the student and their advisory committee and identified on the student’s Plan of Study no later than the end of the first year of study.

12-14 credits of discipline specific courses are required for a total requirement of 30 credits.


The student, major advisor and Advisory Committee will select the discipline specific courses intended to prepare the student in their emphasis area.  In addition, a declared minor or a minimum of 8 credits in supporting courses is required. The courses will be identified on the student’s Plan of Study no later than the end of the first year of study.

Core Requirements for Doctor of Philosophy


  • 2 credits of Graduate Seminar
  • Present a seminar on the student’s dissertation work

Additional Admission Requirements


GRE: Not required
TOEFL: required score of 550 paper-based, 213 computer-based, 79-80 Internet-based
Two letters of reference and a letter of interest and intent
Minor or supporting courses required (8 credits minimum)

General Requirements (Master’s and PhD)


Graduate students should consult with their advisor before registering for graduate work.

See Master’s Degree Requirements and Doctor of Philosophy Degree Requirements.

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