Students from a country where English is not the first language, must obtain a minimum English Language competency level.
IELTS: 6.0 (no band less than 5.5)
TOEFL iBT: 80 overall (min 19 in Writing)
PTE Academic: 50 Overall (min 42 in communicative skills)
Cambridge English: 170
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 take this major.
At least 14 credits in NCEA Level 3 Biology
At least 14 credits in NCEA Level 3 Chemistry.
Knowledge gained in the following NCEA subject (or equivalent) will help you study in this major but is not essential.
At least 16 credits in NCEA Level 2 Mathematics
If you have not studied NCEA Level 3 Biology (or equivalent) take the following course first:
Introductory Biology
If you have not studied NCEA Level 3 Chemistry (or equivalent) take the following course first:
Chemistry for Modern Sciences.
Specialise in Animal Nutrition and Growth for your Bachelor of Animal Science at Massey
The Bachelor of Animal Science (Animal Nutrition and Growth) will help you understand how what animals eat affects their growth and health.
What will I learn?
The New Zealand meat industry is well recognised around the world for its pasture-raised product. In New Zealand we also have world-leading industries raising poultry and pigs. Nutrition is also extremely important for sport and companion animals. Improving nutrition can optimise the performance of animals in all these industries.
You will learn how animals digest food and what feeds are best for them. You’ll also learn how much they should be eating for the appropriate growth and development, performance and health.
Massey University’s Bachelor of Animal Science (BAnSci) is the only degree in New Zealand that focuses entirely on animal science. It is ideal if you are interested in a career that combines your love of science and animals.
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 nutrition and growth, you will obtain expertise in genetics, breeding and animal welfare.
Research-led learning
Massey has a number of internationally recognised animal-based research centres including the Centre for Feline Nutrition, Equine Research Centre, International Sheep Research Centre, Monogastric Research Centre and Working Dog Centre. These centres are used to enhance the learning experience throughout the degree.
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Year One
Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Introduction to Animal Science
Biochemistry
Chemistry for Biological Systems
Biophysical Principles
Cell Biology
Animals and the Environment
Science and Sustainability for Agriculture and Horticulture
Year Two
Livestock Production Science
Animal Science
Animal Feed Science and Technology
Animal Production through to Carcass Classification
Performance Animal Nutrition
The Dynamic Cell
Agri-Statisitics
1 programme elective
Year Three
Monogastric Animal Nutrition
Ruminant Animal Nutrition
Animal Growth and Meat Production
Animal Metabolism
Animal Production
One course from
Solving Problems in Animal Production
Case Studies in Māori Agribusiness
2 programme electives.
The Bachelor of Animal Science (BAnSci) will provide you the knowledge, attributes and expertise you require for the careers of the future. You will be qualified for technical, advocacy and management roles across the animal industries. These include:
Animal management
Animal nutrition consultancy
Feed manufacturing and development
Animal management
Sales and marketing
Feed testing services
Inspection and grading services for animal products
Insurance/year: 810 NZD
