The Department of Animal Sciences undergraduate program offers four specializations: Animal Biology, Equine, Food Animal, and Integrative Animal Sciences. The Animal Biology Specialization is a pre-professional track, leading to application to professional programs such as Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Pharmacy, and Dentistry. The Equine Specialization leads to careers supporting the horse industry. Within the Food Animal specialization, students may choose from coursework related to beef cattle, dairy cattle, or the safety and processing of meat, and prepare for careers supporting those industries. Integrative Animal Sciences is for students who are interested in exploring a discipline, rather than a species.
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The Food Animal Specialization prepares students to enter into careers in animal agriculture. Students can pick courses based on the following focus areas: beef, dairy, swine, meats, and food safety.
For students who wish to obtain a customized degree in animal sciences with a focus on a discipline rather than an animal species. Examples include the integration of the animal sciences with advanced training in artificial intelligence, reproduction, animal behavior, or environmental sciences.
This plan requires students to create a specific degree plan and work closely with an ANS faculty mentor of choice, as well as an academic advisor.
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If you are a currently enrolled UF student considering changing your major to Animal Sciences, please make an appointment with an advisor to discuss your eligibility.
If an advisor approves of your change of major, you will need to complete the CALS Change of Major Form.
Combination, joint, and dual degree programs are specialized pathways that provide academically qualified students the opportunity to enhance their educational experience and strengthen their career preparation or readiness for future academic pursuits.
A combination degree program, sometimes referred to as a combined degree program, is one where the University of Florida awards more than one degree from an overlapping course of study. Combination degrees often allow a shorter time for completion due to the sharing of some coursework between the degree programs (these result in double-counted credits; see Item 3 in this policy). At the University of Florida, this type of program includes any combination of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degree programs. The resulting combination program will consist of at least 120 credit hours counted toward the undergraduate degree and at least 30 credit hours counted toward the graduate degree, with up to 12 credit hours of double-counted graduate coursework.
Example: A student is admitted to veterinary school before completing the B.S. degree. After the first year of vet school, up to 12 credit hours of vet coursework could potentially be double-counted so that the B.S. could be conferred.
A dual degree program (also called a dual academic award) is one whereby students study at the University of Florida and at another institution, and each institution awards a separate program completion credential bearing its own name, seal, and signature.
A joint degree program (or joint academic award) is one whereby students study at the University of Florida and one or more participant institutions and are awarded a single program completion credential bearing the names, seals, and signatures of each of the participant institutions.
A double major permits students to pursue multiple majors within the same degree program. In general, students are not permitted to pursue more than two majors. A student completing multiple majors that have the same degree within the colleges of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Business Administration, Fine Arts, or Liberal Arts and Sciences will receive a single degree. The transcript will list the degree and each major.
Your admission to UF as a Freshman student is determined by the University of Florida's Office of Admissions. All questions regarding the freshman application process should be directed to that office.
Your admission into UF Animal Sciences program is determined by the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS). Questions regarding your application can generally be directed to the CALS Dean's Office.
Details regarding transfer admission can be found in the CALS Transfer Guide here.
REQUIREMENTS
IMPORTANT: CALS applicants must meet the following requirements before transferring:
Obtain an Associate of Arts degree from a Florida public community/state college. Students transferring from private institutions, state universities in Florida or institutions outside Florida must have at least 60 semester hours of transferable credit. Vocational coursework is not accepted.
Complete two years of sequential high school foreign language courses or 8-10 hours of sequential college-level foreign language courses (or prove proficiency).
Have at least a 2.0 GPA at each higher education institution attended as calculated by UF (all graded attempts calculated, NO grade forgiveness).
Meet the GPA required for the major (all graded attempts calculated, NO grade forgiveness).
Complete specific prerequisite courses required for the major with the required GPA.
Complete civic literacy requirement.
Animal Biology Specialization
Required GPA must be a 2.0 overall and 2.5 (3.0 encouraged) in the following courses. Students MUST complete the following courses before transferring:
BSC 2010/L General Biology 1 and Lab BSC 2011/L General Biology 2 and Lab CHM 2045/L General Chemistry 1 and Lab CHM 2046/L General Chemistry 2 and Lab MAC 1147 Precalculus Algebra & Trigonometry or MAC 1140 Precalculus Algebra + MAC 1114 Trigonometry
NOTE: This program is extremely competitive and the above GPAs are MINIMUMS and do not guarantee admission.
Equine, Food Animal, and Integrative Specializations
The required GPA must be a 2.0 overall and 2.0 in the following courses. Students MUST complete the following courses before transferring:
BSC 2010/L General Biology 1 and Lab BSC 2011L General Biology 2 and Lab CHM 2045L General Chemistry 1 and Lab ECO 2013 Macroeconomics or ECO 2023 Microeconomics MAC 1147 Precalculus Algebra & Trigonometry or MAC 1140 Precalculus Algebra + MAC 1114 Trigonometry STA 2023 Introduction to Statistics 1
If you are a currently enrolled UF student considering changing your major to Animal Sciences, please make an appointment with an advisor to discuss your eligibility.
If an advisor approves of your change of major, you will need to complete the CALS Change of Major Form.
The animal biology specialization prepares students for professional and graduate programs, including veterinary school. Through lectures and hands-on labs, students learn about the biological and physiological sciences of livestock species. Students get a strong foundation in nutrition, reproduction, growth, genetics, and more.
Major Requirements
Critical Tracking
CHM 2045/CHM 2045L - General Chemistry 1 and Lab
CHM 2046/CHM 2046L - General Chemistry 2 and Lab
MAC 1147 - Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry
Or MAC 1140 and MAC 1114
BSC 2010/BSC2010L - Integrative Principles of Biology 1 and Lab
BSC 2011/BSC2011L - Integrative Principles of Biology 2 and Lab
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Requirements
Advanced Communication Writing Requirement
AEC 3033C, ENC 2210, or ENC 3254
Advanced Communication Oral Requirement
AEC 3030C or SPC 2608
Economics Requirement
ECO 2013, ECO 2023, AEB 2014, AEB 3103
9 Credits of Physical or Biological Science Coursework (Excluding Labs)
(This is fulfilled by the nature of the Animal Sciences degree)
Animal Biology Core Requirements
CHM 2210 - Organic Chemistry 1
ANS 3006/ANS 3006L - Introduction to Animal Science & Lab
ANS 3440 - Principles of Animal Nutrition
ANS 3043 - Growth Development of Farm Animals
CHM 2211/CHM 2211L - Organic Chemistry 2 & Lab
ANS 3319C - Reproductive Physiology & Endocrinology in Domestic Animals
BCH 4024 - Intro to Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
MCB 3020/MCB 3020L - Basic Biology of Microorganisms
STA 2023 - Intro to Statistics 1
ENC 1102 - Argument and Persuasion
ANS 2934 - Careers in Animal Science or ANS 2090 - Survey of Vet Professions
General education requirements can be viewed on the UF catalog.
The equine specialization offers students a comprehensive education in the management, care, and biological and physiological science of horses. Through lectures and hands-on labs in the department’s teaching and research facilities, students study equine nutrition, reproduction, genetics and more. This track prepares graduates for successful careers in the equine industry and graduate programs.
Major Requirements
Critical Tracking
CHM 2045/CHM 2045L - General Chemistry 1 and Lab
MAC 1147 - Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry
Or MAC 1140 and MAC 1114
BSC 2010/BSC2010L - Integrative Principles of Biology 1 and Lab
BSC 2011/BSC2011L - Integrative Principles of Biology 2 and Lab
STA2023 - Intro to Statistics 1
AEB 2014, ECO 2013, or ECO 2023 Economics
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Requirements
Advanced Communication Writing Requirement
AEC 3033C, ENC 2210, or ENC 3254
Advanced Communication Oral Requirement
AEC 3030C or SPC 2608
Economics Requirement
ECO 2013, ECO 2023, AEB 2014, AEB 3103
9 Credits of Physical or Biological Science Coursework (Excluding Labs)
(This is fulfilled by the nature of the Animal Sciences degree)
Equine Core Requirements
ENC 1102 - Argument and Persuasion
MCB2000 & MCB2000L - Microbiology & Lab
AEB3133 - Principles of Agribusiness Management
ANS 3006/ANS 3006L - Introduction to Animal Science & Lab
ANS3217C Equine Health Management
ANS 3440 - Principles of Animal Nutrition
ANS2934 - Careers in Animal Sciences
AGR4231C - Forage Science and Range Management
ANS4079C - Relationship of Form to Function in Horses
ANS 3319C - Reproductive Physiology & Endocrinology in Domestic Animals
ANS 3384C - Genetics of Domestic Animals
ANS 3043 - Growth and Development of Farm Animals
ANS3405 - Equine Nutrition and Feeding Management
ANS4234 - Horse Enterprise Management
ANS4931 - Senior Seminar
ANS4941 - Full-Time Practical Work Experience in Animal Sciences(internship)
Electives
Approved Electives - Equine Practicums - Minimum of 2 courses, 3 or more credits total
Approved CALS Electives - 6 Credits minimum
General Education
General education requirements can be viewed on the UF catalog.
The food animal specialization is for students who wish to focus on livestock production and management and processing of animal-sourced foods. Students may choose from coursework relative to beef cattle, dairy cattle, small ruminants, swine, poultry, and/or meat and food safety. Through lectures and hands-on labs in the department’s teaching and research facilities, students study nutrition, reproduction, genetics and more. This track prepares graduates for successful careers in the livestock industry and graduate programs.
Major Requirements
Critical Tracking
CHM 2045/CHM 2045L - General Chemistry 1 and Lab
MAC 1147 - Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry
Or MAC 1140 and MAC 1114
BSC 2010/BSC2010L - Integrative Principles of Biology 1 and Lab
BSC 2011/BSC2011L - Integrative Principles of Biology 2 and Lab
STA2023 - Intro to Statistics 1
AEB 2014, ECO 2013, or ECO 2023 Economics
Minimum Critical tracking GPA (all attempts): 2.0
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Requirements
Advanced Communication Writing Requirement
AEC 3033C, ENC 2210, or ENC 3254
Advanced Communication Oral Requirement
AEC 3030C or SPC 2608
Economics Requirement
ECO 2013, ECO 2023, AEB 2014, AEB 3103
9 Credits of Physical or Biological Science Coursework (Excluding Labs)
(This is fulfilled by the nature of the Animal Sciences degree)
Food Animal Core Requirements
ENC 1102 - Argument and Persuasion
MCB2000 & MCB2000L - Microbiology & Lab
AEB3133 - Principles of Agribusiness Management
ANS 3006/ANS 3006L - Introduction to Animal Science & Lab
ANS 3440 - Principles of Animal Nutrition
ANS3634C - Meats
ANS2934 - Careers in Animal Sciences
AGR4231C - Forage Science and Range Management
ANS 3319C - Reproductive Physiology & Endocrinology in Domestic Animals
ANS 3384C - Genetics of Domestic Animals
ANS3404C - Food Animal Nutrition and Feeding
ANS3613C - Value Determination of Meat Animals
ANS 3043 - Growth and Development of Farm Animals
ANS4931 - Senior Seminar
ANS4941 - Full-Time Practical Work Experience in Animal Sciences(internship)
Approved College of Agricultural and Life Sciences (CALS) Electives - 6 Credits Minimum
General Education
General education requirements can be viewed on the UF catalog.
The integrative specialization is designed for students who wish to obtain a customized degree in animal sciences with a focus on a discipline or intersection between disciplines. Students work with an advisor to create a plan that is tailored to their career interests and goals. In addition to core animal sciences subjects, students choose a concentration to expand on, including nutrition, reproduction, animal behavior, environmental science, Artificial Intelligence, or One Health. This track is not intended for students planning on applying to professional programs, such as veterinary school.
Major Requirements
Critical Tracking
CHM 2045/CHM 2045L - General Chemistry 1 and Lab
MAC 1147 - Precalculus Algebra and Trigonometry
Or MAC 1140 and MAC 1114
BSC 2010/BSC2010L - Integrative Principles of Biology 1 and Lab
BSC 2011/BSC2011L - Integrative Principles of Biology 2 and Lab
STA2023 - Intro to Statistics 1
AEB 2014, ECO 2013, or ECO 2023 Economics
College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Requirements
Advanced Communication Writing Requirement
AEC 3033C, ENC 2210, or ENC 3254
Advanced Communication Oral Requirement
AEC 3030C or SPC 2608
Economics Requirement
ECO 2013, ECO 2023, AEB 2014, AEB 3103
9 Credits of Physical or Biological Science Coursework (Excluding Labs)
(This is fulfilled by the nature of the Animal Sciences degree)
Integrative Animal Sciences Core Requirements
ENC 1102 - Argument and Persuasion
MCB2000 & MCB2000L - Microbiology & Lab
ANS 3006/ANS 3006L - Introduction to Animal Science & Lab
ANS 3440 - Principles of Animal Nutrition
ANS2934 - Careers in Animal Sciences
ANS 3319C - Reproductive Physiology & Endocrinology in Domestic Animals
ANS 3384C - Genetics of Domestic Animals
ANS 3043 - Growth and Development of Farm Animals
ANS4931 - Senior Seminar
ANS4941 - Full-Time Practical Work Experience in Animal Sciences(internship)
