Program Overview
The MSc in Animal Science is a specialized graduate program designed to enhance the skills of professionals in the livestock sector. Through a comprehensive curriculum encompassing genetics, nutrition, health, immunobiology, and sustainable practices, this online program empowers students to drive innovation and assume leadership roles in the global animal science industry. With renowned faculty experts and flexible study options, the program equips graduates with the knowledge and abilities to address the evolving challenges faced by the livestock industry.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
The MSc in Animal Science is a graduate-level program designed for students seeking advanced studies in the livestock sector. It was developed in consultation with industry leaders, including animal nutrition and health companies. The program aims to equip graduates with cutting-edge skills and prepare them for leadership roles in the global livestock industry.
Objectives:
The program aims to:
- Provide advanced education and training in the application of sciences underpinning best practices in animal science.
- Develop key transferable skills, such as communication and research expertise.
- Prepare students for opportunities in animal science-related industries.
- Develop a new generation of graduates with the ability to translate knowledge of specific aspects of animal science into practice.
- Develop competence in research methods relevant to specific areas of animal science.
Outline:
Content:
The program focuses on specific aspects of animal science, including:
- Genetics & Genomics
- Reproduction
- Nutrition
- Health
- Immunobiology
- Sustainable Livestock
- Global Food Systems
Structure:
- The program is delivered entirely online.
- Students can choose to study full-time or part-time.
- The minimum registration period is one year, but students have four years to complete the program.
Course Schedule:
- The program is delivered and assessed entirely online.
- Guest lectures are incorporated into the program.
Assessment:
Assessment Methods:
- The program is assessed entirely online.
Assessment Criteria:
- The program is assessed based on the latest developments in national and international research.
Teaching:
Teaching Methods:
- The program is delivered entirely online.
Faculty:
- The program is delivered by internationally renowned discipline experts.
Unique Approaches:
- The program incorporates guest lectures and new modules showcasing the latest developments in national and international research.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Further education, including PhD programs nationally and abroad.
- Policy and advisory roles within governmental departments.
- Senior positions within leading nutrition, health, breeding, and pharmaceutical companies.
Opportunities:
- The program prepares graduates for leadership roles in the global livestock industry.
Outcomes:
- Graduates will be equipped with cutting-edge skills and knowledge to contribute to the sustainable development of the livestock sector.
Other:
- The global agricultural industry is under enormous pressure to meet the increased demand for animal protein while minimizing its impact on the environment.
- The FAO predicts that meat consumption is projected to rise nearly 73 percent by 2050, and dairy consumption will grow 58 percent over current levels.
- The Irish government has ambitious plans to sustainably grow its agri-food sector, which is its largest indigenous industry and a critical pillar in its economic recovery.
- The MSc in Animal Science is unique in its orientation to develop a new generation of graduates with the ability to translate knowledge of specific aspects of animal science into practice and develop competence in research methods relevant to specific areas of animal science.
EU/NONEU fee per year - € 10174.5 MSc Animal Science (D080) Part Time EU/NONEU fee per credit - € 113.4
