Agriculture Animal Science - Sam Houston State University

Agriculture Animal Science from Sam Houston State University is a Campus Bachelor Animal Science degree that prepares you for a Agriculture career. Highlights The Agricultural Sciences program has multiple educational centers and complexes. The Horticulture Center has two greenhouses and laboratory facilities for floral design. The Agricultural Engineering Technology Center provides students with hands-on experience in metal fabrication, electricity and electronics, hydraulics, structures, alternative energy resources, and soil and water conservation. The 1740-acre Gibbs Ranch Education and Research Facility, located north of campus on Highway 75, serves as a living laboratory for all aspects of agricultural and natural resource management. Career Opportunities Approximately twenty percent of our population is involved in occupations directly related to agriculture. Sectors such as production, banking, marketing, teaching, processing, and service in governmental agencies rely on the productivity of modern agriculture in meeting the daily needs of society. Additional career information is given in the introduction to each of the degree programs in agriculture. Bachelor of Science in Agriculture - Animal Science The major emphasis in Animal Science prepares students for careers in the livestock and equine production and support industries. Scientific principles, management, production technologies, and skills are covered in appropriate courses. The University maintains herds and flocks for teaching and research. Students may complete pre-veterinary medicine and wildlife ecology requirements under the Animal Science program. Graduates can expect to qualify for positions in sales and service, inspection, regulation, research/teaching, breed associations, extension, or management in an animal, equine and/or wildlife management industry. View more details on Sam Houston State University . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Animal Science courses.