Department of
Animal Science
8 Degree Programs
The Department of Animal Science offers dynamic and challenging undergraduate and graduate programs that cover a broad variety of fields including animal behavior, animal biotechnology, beef cattle, dairy science, equine science, food science and technology, meat science, physiology of reproduction, sheep and goats, and swine.
15+ Research Focus Areas
The mission of the Department of Animal Science is to improve lives through discovery, integration, dissemination and application of science-based knowledge of animals and animal products. Today, the Department of Animal Science at Texas A&M University has achieved national and international prominence as the largest and most complex department of animal science in the nation.
100+ High-Impact Learning Experiences
Students pursuing a degree in Animal Science at Texas A&M University have multiple opportunities to take part in high-impact learning experiences. With 10 nationally recognized competitive teams, department-led education abroad programs, industry tours, student research, and local, state, national, and international internships, every student has the chance to participate.
Animal Science News
A premier peer mentor
Kaden Simon ’25 knows what it’s like to navigate the first year of college. It brims with thrilling opportunities and newfound friendships, but also comes with the challenges of navigating independence from family, tackling demanding coursework and charting a career and life path. Simon was recently named the Hullabaloo U Peer Mentor of the Year — a testament to his profound impact on first-year students.
Department of Animal Science faculty recognized for teaching excellence
Tryon Wickersham, Ph.D., professor of animal nutrition and associate head for research, has been honored with a 2024 Presidential Professor for Teaching Excellence Award, while Andy Herring ’94, Ph.D., a John K. Riggs ’41 Beef Cattle Professor and interim associate head for AgriLife Extension in the department, has been honored with a University Professorships for Undergraduate Teaching Excellence award.
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