Areas of Study
Discover all aspects of the meat and food industry, from the molecular basis of meat and muscle to food safety and inspection.
What You'll Learn
- product characteristics
- product development
- production
- food safety
- marketing of fresh and processed meats
Potential Careers
- product characteristics
- product development
- production
- food safety
- marketing of fresh and processed meats
The meat science classes that I've taken have been very applicable to the internships that I've had and the professors are truly knowledgeable about their aspects of the industry.
Jennifer Posthuma Junior, Animal Science
Beyond the Classroom
With Animal Science, there are plenty of ways to get experience related to your major beyond the traditional classroom setting. Take a look at some of the student clubs and activities related to the Meat Science option:
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