Poultry Science — Pre-Veterina - Auburn Universi

The Poultry Science - Pre-Veterinary Medicine Option (POPV) at Auburn University equips students with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in veterinary medicine or related fields. The program emphasizes technical, analytical, and communication abilities, preparing graduates for careers in research, industry, government, and education. Students complete a poultry science internship and a strong foundation in science, mathematics, and communication.

Program Outline

Poultry Science — Pre-Veterinary Medicine Option (POPV)

Degree Overview:

This option is designed to equip students with the technical, analytical, and communication skills necessary for success in post-graduate programs like Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Master of Science, Doctor of Philosophy, or other professional degrees. It also prepares graduates for technical and research positions in the poultry and allied industries. Completion of the first six semesters satisfies the admission requirements for the College of Veterinary Medicine. Completing the remaining requirements earns the student a B.S. degree in poultry science.

Outline:

Freshman Year:

Fall Semester: CHEM 1030 & 1031 (Fundamentals of Chemistry I & Lab), BIOL 1020 & 1021 (Principles of Biology & Lab), POUL 1000 (Introductory Poultry Science), ENGL 1100 (English Composition I), MATH 1610 (Calculus I), Core Fine Arts, Core Social Science (15 hours)
Spring Semester: CHEM 1040 & 1041 (Fundamentals of Chemistry II & Lab), BIOL 1030 & 1031 (Organismal Biology & Lab), POUL 2100 (Professional Development for Animal Agriculture), COMM 1000 (Public Speaking), Core History 1 & 2 (17 hours)

Sophomore Year:

Fall Semester: CHEM 2070 & 2071 (Organic Chemistry I & Lab), POUL 3030 (Commercial Poultry Production), ENGL 1120 (English Composition II), ECON 2020 (Principles of Microeconomics) (15 hours)
Spring Semester: CHEM 2080 & 2081 (Organic Chemistry II & Lab), POUL 3150 (Poultry Physiology), Core History 1 & 2 (17 hours)

Junior Year:

Fall Semester: AGRI 3000 (Agricultural Genetics), BIOL 3200 (General Microbiology), POUL 4920 (Poultry Science Internship), BCHe 3200 (Principles of Biochemistry) (16 hours)
Spring Semester: BIOL 3201 (General Microbiology Laboratory), ANSC 3410 (Animal Metabolism and Nutrition), BIOL 4100 (Cell Biology), Core Literature (14 hours)
Summer Semester: ANSC 3420 (Applied Animal Feeding and Nutrition) (3 hours)

Senior Year:

Fall Semester: POUL 5050 (Poultry Feeding), POUL 3060 (Poultry Breeding, Fertility, and Hatchability), POUL 5110 (Poultry Processing), POUL 5160 (Principles of Food Safety), STAT 2510 (Statistics for Biological and Health Sciences) (15 hours)

Careers:

Graduates of this program can pursue careers in various fields, including:

Veterinary Medicine: Veterinarians diagnose and treat diseases in animals, including poultry.
Research: Research scientists and technicians conduct research on poultry diseases, nutrition, and management.
Industry: Poultry industry professionals work in various roles, such as production managers, nutritionists, and quality control specialists.
Government: Government agencies employ poultry scientists to develop and implement policies related to poultry production and health.
Education: Poultry scientists can also pursue careers in education, teaching at universities or colleges.

Other:

The program requires a total of 124 credit hours.
Students must complete a poultry science internship.
The program provides a strong foundation in science, mathematics, and communication skills.
Graduates are well-prepared for postgraduate studies or careers in the poultry industry or related fields.
For the science elective, students can choose from several options, including ANSC 3600, BIOL 3010, BIOL 4000, BIOL 5020, BIOL 5110, BIOL 5240, BIOL 5500, BIOL 5600, or PHYS 1510.

Additional Information:

The program is offered by the Department of Poultry Science at Auburn University.
For more information, please visit the program website: [https://www.poultry.auburn.edu/programs/popv/](https://www.poultry.auburn.edu/programs/popv/)

Note:

This information is based on the Auburn University Bulletin 2023-2024 and may be subject to change. Please refer to the official program website for the most up-to-date information.