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AS Animal Science (Potomac State College, Keyser) at West Virginia University

West Virginia University, United States

Programme overview

This curriculum provides an opportunity to acquire the necessary background in agricultural economics, agronomy, breeding, nutrition, pathology, and physiology for careers in animal, dairy, or poultry production and management.

Faculty: WVU Potomac State College - Applied Sciences  |  Duration: 60 credit hours  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Morgantown, WV, United States

What you will study

60-credit-hour curriculum combining general education foundations with major courses including General Biology 1, General Biology 2, Survey of General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry 1, Survey of General Organic Biological Chemistry 2, Introduction to Animal Science, Principles of Animal Science.

Career pathways

Employment is available in private industry, education, and federal and state agencies. Career opportunities include: animal, dairy, and poultry production and meat processing; testing and inspecting; technical sales; and basic research.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applies at WVU Potomac State College level: entering freshmen are admitted directly into the major.

Duration: 60 credit hours

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