Animal Production
Overview
Contemporary animal production aims to yield high-quality products in an efficient, sustainable and humane fashion. As a student in the Animal Production major, you will:
- Learn how environment affects livestock productivity, how physiology affects production and reproduction and how to improve animal performance through the application of underpinning animal sciences.
- Study animal behaviour and learn about production systems that promote animal wellbeing and welfare.
- Acquire a sound understanding of resources required to address the challenges associated with achieving sustainable and profitable animal production enterprises.
- Graduate with a recognised industry-oriented and science-based education with a strong focus on enhancing the health, well-being and productivity of animals used in production systems, through innovative approaches.
Requirements for completion
The Animal Production major and minor requirements are listed in the Animal Production unit of study table.
Contact and further information
W School of Life and Environmental Sciences
E soles.education@sydney.edu.au
Prof Simon De Graaf
