Animal science

Animal science

Animal science is described as "studying the biology of animals that are under the control of mankind" (http://www.reading.ac.uk/Study/Departments/ug-AnimalScience.asp). Historically the animals studied were farm animals but courses available now look at a far broader area to include companion animals for example dogs, cats, horses and captive animals. At the University of Reading, for example the study of animal science is concerned with the scientific understanding of how animals work: from the physiology and biochemistry of tissues and major organ systems down to the structure and function of biomolecules and cells. Where particular emphasis is given to the study of growth, reproduction, nutrition and lactation of farm and companion animals and how these processes may be optimised to improve animal productivity, health and welfare. Degrees in Animal Science are offered at a number of Universities for a complete list visit the UCAS website [http://www.ucas.com] .

Related Links

* Block & Bridle
* Animal Husbandry

External links

* [http://www.asi.ksu.edu/ "Kansas State Department of Animal Sciences and Industry"]
* [http://www.ighz.edu.pl/journal "Animal Science Papers and Reports"]


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