Specialise in Animal Genetics and Breeding for your Bachelor of Animal Science at Massey
The Bachelor of Animal Science (Animal Genetics and Breeding) is ideal for you if you have an interest in genetics in relation to animals. You’ll learn:
how effective breeding strategies can both improve animal health and be more effective for farming and agriculture
about reproductive physiology and reproductive technologies
how breeding and genetics can help improve the performance of animals
how to set up a genetic improvement programme based on breeding goals
how to collect relevant information, analyse it and make decisions to attain those goals.
Learn from the best
Massey University’s animal, agricultural and veterinary science professionals are among the best in the world. They will teach you about the latest developments in animal science. As well as animal breeding and genetics, you will also obtain expertise in nutrition, growth and animal welfare.
Join a world-leading university
Massey University is home to the only animal science team in New Zealand and one of the largest in Australasia. You will benefit from our internationally-recognised capability and leadership in these areas.
Our staff have significant and ongoing interaction with farm and service animal genetic improvement programmes with commercial partners.
Practical components of the qualification are taught on site at our sheep, beef and dairy farms and at our feline and canine facilities and state of the art teaching laboratories.
A Bachelor of Animal Science in Animal Genetics and Breeding is a good fit if you:
enjoy studying biology and genetics at school
are interested in a career working with animals
are interested in learning more about the selection and breeding of animals.
Esperado Febrero 2025
Manawatu Campus
Massey University,
Tennent Drive,
Palmerston North,
Turitea,
4474, New Zealand
All students must meet university entrance requirements to be admitted to the University. To be admitted to an undergraduate qualification, you will need a minimum level of academic achievement from school, or another university or tertiary institution.
Specific requirements
There are no specific entry requirements for this qualification, outside of university admission regulations.
To study this qualification you must meet Massey University's English language standards.
Expected high school preparation
Knowledge gained in the following NCEA subjects (or the equivalent in Cambridge International Examinations, International Baccalaureate, or similar) will give you the expected background knowledge to succeed in this qualification.
At least 14 credits in NCEA Level 3 Biology.
At least 14 credits in NCEA Level 3 Chemistry.
International English Language Requirements:
Puede haber diferentes requisitos de IELTS en función del curso elegido.