Why Study Animal Science at DelVal?
- You will apply what you’re learning in on-campus agriculture facilities in year one with our animal facilities right on main campus
- Care for, breed and manage beef cattle, horses, sheep and swine.
- Learn from highly-credentialed faculty who share your passion for animals and agriculture, and bring expertise in a broad range of teaching experience and research interests.
- Make connections with engaged students through our animal science-focused clubs and organizations
- Study animal behavior, anatomy, nutrition, genetics, diseases, physiology and reproduction as well as topics such as agricultural economics, marketing, legal aspects and more
- Specialize in livestock science and management (the study of food and fiber producing animal management) or the pre-professional animal science track (preparation for graduate, professional or veterinary school).
- Have access to a robust network of alumni for career and internship opportunities.
Animal Science Program At-A-Glance
Sample Animal Science Program Courses
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DelVal Animal Science Laboratory Facilities
A nutrition laboratory where students learn about nutrient analysis and rations.
An anatomy and physiology laboratory where students learn about basic structure and function as well as reproduction.
DelVal Animal Science and Agriculture Facilities
- Dairy Science Center
- Livestock Breeding Facilities (cows, horses, sheep, pigs)
- Equine Breeding Center
- Swine Science facility
Recommended Animal Science Minors
Strengthen your degree in animal science by choosing from these minors at Delaware Valley University:
- Agribusiness
- Biology
- Business Administration
- Conservation and Wildlife Management
- Crop Science
- Food Systems
- One Health Communication
- Policy Studies
- Small Animal Science
Much More Than An Internship Program
The Experience360 Program gives you the opportunity to apply classroom lessons to real-world experiences in the field of animal science. In addition to valuable internships, E360 includes career exploration including hiring trends and salaries, opportunities for student research, week-long study abroad, leadership development and community service.
About our Livestock Science Center
Fortify your animal science degree while you make new friends and lifelong connections by getting involved in DelVal student clubs and organizations that are ideal for animal science degree students:
Office Location: Feldman 112
POV of an Animal Science Student
