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The MSc/PGDip in Animal Nutrition at the University of Nottingham provides a multifaceted understanding of animal nutrition, encompassing farm, companion, and zoo animals as well as the global animal feed industry. Through modules in nutrition principles, research techniques, and industry operations, students gain a comprehensive knowledge from cellular processes to whole-animal production systems, preparing them for diverse careers in animal nutrition, including livestock, companion animal, and zoo sectors.
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Degree Overview:
The MSc/PGDip in Animal Nutrition program at the University of Nottingham provides a comprehensive understanding of animal nutrition, covering farm, companion, and zoo animals, as well as the international animal feed industry. The program explores the latest developments in animal nutrition and considers the ethical implications associated with these trends. It covers the principles of nutrition, including the role of diet in disease, feeding systems, and operational management. Students will study nutrition from the molecular level through whole animal production systems, including:
- the effects of nutrients on cellular signaling processes
- dietary evaluation, comparative digestive physiology, and feeding behavior across farm, zoo, and companion species
- a detailed operational understanding of the animal feed industry Site visits, case studies, and guest lectures enhance industry knowledge and help students apply science to real-life industry problems. Students also utilize the University Farm and Dairy Centre during the course. A dedicated module on research techniques covers writing and presentation skills, and scientific communications.
Outline:
The MSc program requires 180 credits, while the PGDip requires 120 credits.
MSc Course Structure:
- Two semesters of taught modules (120 credits)
- Research project (60 credits) over three months on a full-time basis during the summer period
PGDip Course Structure:
- Taught modules (120 credits)
- Research project in the summer of the second year, working on a full-time basis
Modules:
MSc Modules:
- Non-Ruminant Nutrition (15 credits)
- Ruminant Nutrition (15 credits)
- Fundamentals of Nutrition (15 credits)
- Feed Industry Business and Case Studies (30 credits)
- Research Project (60 credits)
- Companion and Zoo Animal Nutrition (15 credits)
- Molecular Nutrition (15 credits)
- Research Techniques in Animal Nutrition (15 credits)
PGDip Modules:
- Non-Ruminant Nutrition (15 credits)
- Ruminant Nutrition (15 credits)
- Fundamentals of Nutrition (15 credits)
- Feed Industry Business and Case Studies (30 credits)
- Companion and Zoo Animal Nutrition (15 credits)
- Molecular Nutrition (15 credits)
- Research Techniques in Animal Nutrition (15 credits)
Assessment:
Modules are assessed using a variety of individual assessment types, including:
- Coursework
- Presentations
- Examinations The average mark of 50% is required to pass the MSc overall.
Teaching:
The program is taught by an academic team who are internationally recognized in the field of animal nutrition. Teaching methods include:
- Seminars
- Lectures
- Practical classes
- Tutorials
- Field trips
Careers:
Graduates of the program have gone on to work in various roles in the animal nutrition industry, including:
- Livestock-based roles (ruminant nutritionist, developmental pig nutritionist)
- Companion animal-based roles (research and development scientist, research scientist)
- Zoo animal roles (zoo nutritionist, PhD studies on captive animals)
Other:
- The program offers individual careers support for all postgraduate students.
- The program is accredited by the Association for Nutrition.
- The program has a clear demand for animal nutritionists worldwide.
Qualification MSc PGDip Home / UK £11,850 £7,900 International £30,200 £20,133
