Animal Sciences, BS
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Animal Sciences
Students pursuing this major select one of three concentrations:
- Companion Animal and Equine Science Concentration
- Food Animal Production and Management Concentration
- Science, Pre-Veterinary and Medical Concentration
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Animal Sciences
Sample Sequence
This sample sequence is intended to be used only as a guide for degree completion. All students should work individually with their academic advisors to decide the actual course selection and sequence that works best for them based on their academic preparation and goals. Enrichment programming such as study abroad, minors, internships, and so on may impact the structure of this four-year plan. Course availability is not guaranteed during the semester indicated in the sample sequence.
Students must fulfill their Language Other Than English requirement by successfully completing a third level of a language other than English. For more information, see the corresponding section on the Degree General and Education Requirements page.
| First Year | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ANSC 100 | 4 | RHET 105 or CMN 101 | 4 |
| ACES 101 | 2 | ANSC 101 | 3 |
| CHEM 102 | 3 | CHEM 104 | 3 |
| CHEM 103 | 1 | CHEM 105 | 1 |
| CMN 101 or RHET 105 | 3 | MATH 234, 220, or 221 | 4 |
| General Education course | 3 | ANSC 103 | 2 |
| 16 | 17 | ||
| Second Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ANSC 222 | 3 | ANSC 223 | 3 |
| ANSC 221 | 3 | ANSC 224 | 4 |
| General Education course | 3 | ANSC 298 | 1 |
| Statistics course from degree list | 3 | Language Other than English (3rd level) | 4 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 4 |
| 15 | 16 | ||
| Third Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| Concentration Elective | 3 | ANSC 398 | 1 |
| Concentration Elective | 3 | Concentration Elective | 3 |
| MCB 100 | 3 | Concentration Elective | 3 |
| MCB 101 | 2 | ACE 100 or ECON 102 | 4 |
| General Education course | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 2 |
| 17 | 16 | ||
| Fourth Year | |||
| First Semester | Hours | Second Semester | Hours |
| ANSC 498 | 2 | Concentration Elective | 3 |
| Concentration Elective | 3 | General Education course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| Free Elective course | 3 | Free Elective course | 3 |
| 14 | 15 | ||
| Total Hours 126 | |||
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Animal Sciences
Upon successful completion of a degree in Animal Sciences, students will:
- Demonstrate a mastery of the principles of animal sciences including genetics, nutrition, reproduction, and physiology
- Understand and apply knowledge of animal husbandry, behavior, and handling techniques to effectively interact with animals in a safe and humane manner
- Describe the breadth of animal sciences in terms of the variety of career paths, the diversity of the animal industries, the many roles of animals in society, and the contemporary issues facing animals and their environments
- Communicate effectively, both written and orally, and interpret scientific sources and data
- Through real-world and classroom experiences, develop competencies transferable to animal science careers
for the degree of Bachelor of Science Major in Animal Sciences
Animal Sciences
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Urbana, IL 61801
Advising
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