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Animal Science Studies at UConn

U.S. Agriculture is a $1 trillion business, the largest industry in the world! In New England over 20% of our population is employed in agriculture. Animal agriculture is the largest industry within agriculture, employing many Animal Science graduates.

Agricultural sales in Connecticut, represented by Animal Science activities, are in excess of $350 million per year.

More than 22 million people, 20% of America's labor force, are employed in some form of agriculture and Animal Science graduates will be needed in the future when more modern technology is applied throughout animal agriculture. Today there are over 750 biotechnology firms in the U.S., of which 250 are located in the northeast, over 25 in Connecticut. A 13% national shortage of well-trained qualified individuals is predicted. Career potentials equal those of other professions.

A career in Animal Science makes you part of a large and important industry with many opportunities. Patience, being organized, ability to work under stress, and good communication skills are useful skills developed in this program. In addition, you can find great personal reward. Many pursue careers that address such issues as food production, animal welfare and population control.

While pursuing their B.S. degree, Animal Science students work with animals and learn how animals function as explained by the basic sciences of genetics, physiology, nutrition, medicine and behavior. Animal Scientists work with domestic animals and their products of meat, milk, eggs and fiber; as well as the companion animals, such as horses, cats and dogs. Graduates are prepared for national certification as Professional Animal Scientists.

The Pre-Vet/Pre-Grad Animal Science option prepares students to seek post-baccalaureate professional training in graduate programs or colleges of veterinary medicine. After earning M.S., Ph.D. and/or D.V.M. degrees, graduates may consider employment in the following areas:

College/University Teaching and Research
Practicing Veterinarian/Research Veterinarian
Extension/Adult Education Specialist
Research Scientist, Research Associate, Senior Scientist
Food Quality Control/Product Development Scientist
Administrative/Industry/Leadership Positions
Commercial Research/Product Development
Consultants - Veterinarians, Nutritionists, Biotechnologist, Management
Private Development of Animal Products/Services
Food Inspectors
Vocational Agricultural/Post-Secondary Educators
Molecular Biotechnologist
USDA Research Centers Faculty

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