What You Can Do with a Major in Animal Science

When I first came into college as a Freshman, I had no idea what major I wanted to pursue, or even how to go about searching for a good fit. I signed up for general education classes, and then dove into the world of undergraduate research, trying to find a degree that I would like to pursue. Now, two years later, I am a Senior majoring in Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing. I am happy with the major that I chose, however along the way I discovered several other majors that seemed interesting. One very neat major that I found was Animal Science. In this article I hope to convey the purpose of a major in Animal Science and include the general degree requirements as well as possible careers that you could obtain by seeking this major.

With a college degree in Animal Science, you typically will be prepared to work in an industry based around understanding the biology of animals as well as management, production and care of animals. Job sectors that you may be involved in could be government, cooperative extension center, and different types of animal farms. In Animal Science, you will be prepared to work in a fields such as physiology, nutrition, and genetics.

Some courses that you may take when pursuing an undergraduate degree in Animal Science would include: Genetics, Anatomy and Physiology, and Animal Nutrition.

A major in Animal Science would be good for those interested in studying animal production, service, sales, and business. You would develop skills in teamwork, critical thinking, problem solving, and animal management.

Some possible career opportunities with a major in Animal Science include: farm manager, animal technician, and marketing specialist.

The average starting salary for someone graduating with a degree in Animal Science is around $30,000.

Animal Science is just one among thousands of possible college majors. If you are interested in pursuing this degree, or finding out more, you may want to contact your local university for more information. You could also consider an internship with a local farm or industry dealing with animals. If this major is right for you, then I'm glad you found this article. If you don't feel like it's a good fit, I recommend keeping your options open. It took me two years to find the right major for me, so don't give up. Keep doing your research, and you are sure to find the right college major for you!

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