Program Overview

MSc in Animal Production

Overview

The MSc in Animal Production is a postgraduate program designed for students who have completed their undergraduate studies in animal production or related fields. The program aims to provide advanced knowledge and skills in animal production, with a focus on research and development.

Objectives

The program objectives are:

1. To enhance the educational and research level of graduates and provide them with advanced training in academic and applied research methods.
2. To prepare and qualify scientific and research cadres to compete in regional and global job markets and to pursue doctoral studies.
3. To graduate distinguished practical cadres to improve performance in animal production farms.
4. To use biotechnology to develop research in the field of animal production.
5. To encourage internal scholarships and attract distinguished students scientifically.

Learning Outcomes

Upon completing the program, students will be able to:

1. Acquire in-depth knowledge of animal production sciences and advanced skills in all branches of animal sciences.
2. Apply knowledge in the fields of nutrition, health, breeding, and management in animal production farms.
3. Develop research skills to find practical solutions to problems facing animal breeding and care.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue careers in:

1. Pursuing doctoral studies internally or through external scholarships.
2. Working as researchers or collaborators in specialized institutes in the field of animal production.
3. Working in research and development in companies specializing in animal production and breeding.
4. Working as researchers in the Ministry of Environment, Water, and Agriculture.

Program Structure

The program consists of 36 credit hours, including 28 hours of compulsory courses and 8 hours of elective courses and a thesis.

Compulsory Courses

• APB 517: Analytical Devices and Methods (2 credits)
• APB 515: Biotechnology for Animals and Poultry (3 credits)
• BCH 513: Advanced Biochemistry (3 credits)
• APB 511: Design and Analysis of Animal Production Experiments (3 credits)
• APB 522: Advanced Animal Nutrition (3 credits)
• APB 521: Advanced Animal Breeding and Genetics (3 credits)
• APB 523: Physiology of Farm Animals (3 credits)
• APB 600: Thesis (8 credits)

Elective Courses

• APB 539: Genetic Evaluation and Improvement of Animals (2 credits)
• APB 540: Guidance Programs for Animal and Poultry Production (2 credits)
• APB 541: Special Studies (2 credits)
• BVM 531: Advanced Animal Health and Diseases (2 credits)
• FSHN 531: Animal Product Technology (2 credits)
• AGEC 531: Economics of Animal and Poultry Production (2 credits)
• APB 538: Advanced Sheep and Goat Production (2 credits)
• APB 537: Advanced Reproductive Physiology (2 credits)
• APB 536: Animal Feeds and Ration Formulation (2 credits)
• APB 535: Advanced Camel and Horse Production (2 credits)
• APB 530: Advanced Computer Applications in Animal Production (2 credits)
• APB 533: Endocrinology (2 credits)
• APB 532: Digestion and Metabolism (2 credits)
• APB 531: Molecular Genetics (2 credits)
• APB 534: Advanced Dairy and Beef Cattle Production (2 credits)

Admission Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Animal Production or related fields.
• Minimum cumulative GPA of 2.75 on a 4-point scale or 1.75 on a 5-point scale.
• English language proficiency.
• No admission is allowed from outside the specialization.
• Two years of academic study (four semesters).

Tuition Fees

The tuition fee for the program is 40,000 SAR.

Selection Criteria

The selection criteria include:

• Cumulative GPA (50%)
• University entrance exam (20%)
• Specialized exam (30%)