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 Welfare for your Bachelor of Animal Science at Massey
The Bachelor of Animal Science (Animal Welfare) will help you understand the science behind how animals experience their environment. You’ll also examine what influences that and how that affects their behaviour and performance.
You’ll gain a relevant, up-to-date, scientifically-based knowledge of animal welfare. So you’ll be well-placed to make a difference in the lives of animals.
A new, unique degree
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. You will obtain a solid base of knowledge in animal welfare. You’ll also learn about nutrition and growth as well as animal genetics and breeding.
Internationally relevant
Massey has a number of internationally recognised animal-based research centres. These include the world-leading Animal Welfare Science and Bioethics Centre (AWSBC).
The Centre's research focuses on areas including developing fresh frameworks for understanding animal welfare. It evaluates husbandry practices and systems. It also covers pest control and analysing ethical dimensions of welfare problems.
The AWSBC was the first animal welfare focused research centre in the world to become an OIE Collaborating Centre (with the World Organisation for Animal Health). This recognises the AWSBC as being a group with internationally relevant expertise.
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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 Welfare Behaviour and Health
Agri-Statistics
Physiology of Mammalian Organ Systems
Physiological Strategies for Survival
Animal Behaviour and Welfare
1 programme elective
Year Three
Animal Biosecurity and Health
Dilemmas in Animal Welfare
Companion Animal Science
Animal Production
Animal Physiology and Animal Welfare
One course from
Solving Problems in Animal Production
Case Studies in Māori Agribusiness
2 programme electives.
The Bachelor of Animal Science with a major in animal welfare 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 different types of industries and animals. These include:
Government animal welfare officers
Animal welfare investigators
Local government animal control officers
Biosecurity
Customs
SPCA animal welfare officers
Policy and regulation
Insurance/year: 810 NZD
