Animal Sciences

Entry requirements

Months of entry

Anytime

Course content

We have an international reputation for our work in animal science. We focus on the areas of animal reproduction, development and production. Our research in the area of animal production covers major livestock species. We work on feed efficiency and sustainability in ruminant and non-ruminant systems.

The School of Biosciences research website contains more information on our research areas. You will also find academic contact details and research interests. You should identify a supervisor to work with and contact them before making a formal application.

Department specialisms

The school is ranked the number 1 research environment in the UK for agriculture, veterinary and food science in the Research Excellence Framework 2014. 97% of our work in the Schools of Biosciences and Veterinary Medicine and Science was judged to be of international quality.

Research Excellence Framework (REF) score

We are ranked 8th in the UK for research power (2014).

Information for international students

IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in each element)