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      • B.S. Animal Science
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      • M.S. in Animal Science
      • M.S. in Physiology of Reproduction
      • M.S. in Animal Breeding
      • Master of Equine Industry Management
      • Master of Agriculture in Animal Science
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      • Ph.D. in Animal Breeding
      • Ph.D. in Physiology of Reproduction
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Degrees and Programs

The Texas A&M University Department of Animal Science offers dynamic and challenging hands-on undergraduate and graduate programs that cover a 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. In addition to first-class education, students have the opportunity to excel through high-impact learning experiences that take students beyond the classroom as part of competitive teams, student organizations, and more.

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Undergraduate Degrees

  • B.S. Animal Science
    • Science Option
    • Production/Industry Option
Dr. Ron Gill working cattle with graduate students in College Station

Master’s Degrees

  • M.S. Animal Science
  • M.S. Animal Breeding
  • M.S. Physiology of Reproduction
  • Master of Agriculture in Animal Science
  • Master of Equine Industry Management
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Doctoral Degrees

  • Ph.D. Animal Science
  • Ph.D. Animal Breeding
  • Ph.D. Physiology of Reproduction

Undergraduate Certificates

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Our undergraduate certificates complement your degree to provide you with an additional competitive advantage as you search for job and career opportunities after graduation. Undergraduate certificates offered are Equine Science and Meat Science.

Undergraduate Certificates

Graduate Certificates

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Our graduate certificates complement your degree to provide you with an additional competitive advantage as you search for job and career opportunities after graduation. Graduate certificates offered include Meat Science and Food Safety

Graduate Certificates

Specialized Programs

Our department offers specialized, tailored programs to provide students with more opportunities to excel academically and grow professionally. Our department is home to renowned programs like the Meat Science where students participate in hands-on learning and skill-based training in industry best practices and connect with leading experts to start building their professional network.

Meat Science Program

Beyond the Classroom

Students in our department have the opportunity to enhance their college experience through many extracurricular activities. Involvement in competitive teams and student organizations are a great way to connect with your fellow Aggies, interact with faculty and staff, and gain skills in the areas of public speaking, critical thinking, leadership development and work ethic.

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