MSc Livestock Science at Aberystwyth University

This MSc provides biological, scientific and professional training for careers in the livestock industries, research, consultancy and education. It focuses on animal biology relevant to livestock production and welfare, with specialisation through the dissertation.

Department: Department of Life Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Aberystwyth, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Core modules are Animal Breeding and Genetics, Grassland Science, Infection and Immunity, Livestock Nutrition, Livestock Production Science and a 60-credit dissertation. Options include Field and Laboratory Techniques, Frontiers in the Biosciences, Hot Topics in Parasite Control and Statistical Concepts, Methods and Tools. Taught credits (120) are completed in two semesters and the dissertation in June to September.

Career pathways

Graduates progress to scientific research, scientific publishing, laboratory work, animal nutrition, animal welfare, teaching, animal breeding and technical sales, and some go on to PhDs or Veterinary Medicine.

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