Program Overview

Overview of the Animal Science Program

The UConn Department of Animal Science offers a comprehensive curriculum and experiences to prepare undergraduate students to apply to veterinary school. The Animal Science program focuses on the study of domestic livestock, companion animals, and animal products. While pursuing a BS degree, Animal Science students learn how animals function through the study of genetics, physiology, anatomy, nutrition, and behavior.

Program Requirements

Animal Science majors must pass all courses from Group A, at least one course from Group B, at least one course from Group C, and one additional course from either Group B or C. No single class can satisfy more than one requirement. Every undergraduate student in a baccalaureate degree program in the University must complete the Common Curriculum, which requires students to complete six Topics of Inquiry and three Competencies.

Sample Four-Year Plan

This is an example schedule for planning purposes only and is meant to be a guide for students and advisors. 120 credits are needed to complete the degree. The plan includes courses such as:

• ANSC 1001: Introduction to Animal Science (3 Credits)
• BIOL 1107: Principles of Biology I (4 Credits)
• Information Literacy (4 Credits)
• UNIV 1810: Animal Science Learning Community (1 Credit)
• Common Curriculum OR MATH OR STAT Course (3-4 Credits)

Additional Semesters

The plan continues with courses such as:

• ANSC 1111: Principles of Animal Nutrition and Feeding (3 Credits)
• BIOL 1108: Principles of Biology II (4 Credits)
• CHEM 1127Q: General Chemistry I (4 Credits)
• Common Curriculum OR MATH OR STAT Course (3-4 Credits)
• Common Curriculum Course (3 Credits)

Recommended Courses for Pre-Vet Students

Recommended courses include:

• CHEM 1127Q: General Chemistry I (4 Credits)
• CHEM 1128Q: General Chemistry II (4 Credits)
• CHEM 2443: Organic Chemistry (3 Credits)
• CHEM 2444: Organic Chemistry (3 Credits)
• CHEM 2445: Organic Chemistry Laboratory (3 Credits)
• COMM 1100: Principles of Public Speaking (3 Credits)
• MATH 1131Q: Calculus I (4 Credits)
• MCB 2000: Introduction to Biochemistry (4 Credits)
• MCB 2610: Fundamentals of Microbiology (4 Credits)
• PHYS 1201Q: General Physics I (4 Credits)
• PHYS 1202Q: General Physics II (4 Credits)
• STAT 1100Q: Elementary Concepts of Statistics (4 Credits)