Minor in Animal Sciences
OVERVIEW
Who is this program for?
A minor in Animal Sciences is perfect for students passionate about animal health, welfare, and production, seeking to deepen their understanding of biology and husbandry practices. It supports careers in veterinary medicine, animal nutrition, livestock management, agricultural education, and roles in biotechnology or animal-focused research and policy.
Program Overview
The Animal Sciences minor provides students with hands-on, foundational knowledge in the management of equine and livestock production - an ideal way to boost your resume if you are majoring in agriculture or life sciences. It's a great way to stand out in the job market and expand your skills in animal production and care.
This minor is an excellent complement to majors in agriculture, life sciences, or related fields, offering practical skills applicable to careers in animal care, production, and agribusiness. By integrating scientific principles with hands-on learning, the minor prepares students for diverse opportunities in animal-related industries. Please reach out to CAFEadvising@uky.edu if you have questions about this program.
How to Add this Minor
Prospective students: Minors are declared once you are a current University of Kentucky student.
Current students: You can add this minor in myUK GPS. Under "My Program of Study" on the right side of the screen, click the link "Request a major/minor/certificate change". If you need help, contact your academic advisor.
You should talk with your advisor about how adding a program to your plan of study will impact graduation time and any graduation requirements of your major.
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What You'll Learn
Through this minor, students will gain a strong foundation in the biological and practical aspects of animal care and production. You’ll develop skills in animal nutrition, reproduction, physiology, and genetics via hands-on learning and scientific exploration. The minor emphasizes real-world applications in livestock and equine management, preparing students to make informed decisions in agricultural and animal-related settings. You’ll also build competencies in problem-solving, observation, and data interpretation – skills essential for success in the animal industry.
Degree requirements, course descriptions and academic policies for all programs are detailed in the University Catalog.
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Accelerated Pathway
This program is part of the Accelerated Master's Pathways program. If you plan to obtain a related master's degree, this program can save you time and money with dual credit hours when you sign up.
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