An animal science minor provides an overview of critical areas of animal science and management applicable to other career paths. The minor increases your knowledge and marketability in areas of animal science. The minor allows you to take some general animal science classes and then choose if you want to specialize in a specific species or discipline.
This minor will be open to any UNL undergraduates who are not Animal Science majors. Obtain your minor by completing 18 or 12 hours of animal science courses.
WHAT YOU'LL LEARN
- Apply handling and management skills related to animals.
- Develop animal nutrition, growth, reproduction, behavior, and/or management recommendations.
- Develop an understanding of animal physiology and biology.
- Develop skills to work with animals in a production or management setting.
- Propose solutions to problems in animal science fields.
POTENTIAL CAREERS
- Veterinarian
- Veterinary & Medical Research Technician
- Allied Animal Health Specialist
- Artificial Insemination Technician
- Animal Welfare Consultant
- Research Laboratory Manager
What Courses Will You Take?
Students must complete a minimum of 12 to 18 hours of Animal Science Courses. A minimum of 5-7 hours should be at the 300-level or above for the 18-hour minor and all 12 hours must be at the 300-level or above for the 12-hour minor.
*NOTE: Some courses have prerequisites that may not be included in the minor. Students should work with the instructor to determine if they are prepared to take courses without the prerequisites or if they need to choose a different course option.
Course Examples:
(18-hour) Fundamentals of Animal Biology and Industry (ASCI 100), Anatomy and Physiology of Domestic Animals (ASCI 240), Basic Animal (Species Specific) Management (ASCI 250/251/252), Fundamentals of Animal Behavior and Welfare (ASCI 270), Animal Welfare (ASCI 370)
(12-hour) Four 300-level courses, excluding Independent Study in Animal Science (ASCI 399) and Independent Study in Animal Science (ASCI 496).
Beyond the Classroom
Animal Science Clubs and Teams
Classroom experience alone is not the best way to prepare for your future. Much of the learning occurs outside the classroom. Your involvement in students clubs will assure that you're ready to start a successful career.
Pre-Vet Club
The UNL Pre-Vet Club is a student organization at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for students interested in pursuing a career in Veterinary Medicine.
