MScAgric (Animal Science) (Animal Breeding and Genetics)

The curriculum for the MScAgric degree consists of a dissertation of 180 credits.

An MScAgric degree in Animal breeding and genetics offers students the opportunity to investigate livestock populations on either quantitative or molecular level. It combines population genetics and genetic improvement of livestock to improve the efficiency of production in farm animals. This program focusses mainly on the genetic diversity and evaluation of large and small stock, with an emphasis on welfare traits and sustainable farming. Projects in this program offer opportunities for inter disciplinary research.

BScAgric (Animal Science) degree and a weighted average of at least 60% at final year level

Relevant honours degree and a cumulative weighted average of at least 60% at honours level

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Curriculum

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Master

Natural Sciences

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Life Sciences

Animal Science

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MScAgric (Animal Science) (Animal Breeding and Genetics)

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