Advance Animal Science Through Research
Advances in animal health, wellbeing and production depend on research that deepens our understanding of animals and the systems that support them. The Master of Science in Agriculture with a specialization in Animal Science prepares you to conduct original research while building advanced expertise in areas such as biology, nutrition, behavior, genetics, biotechnology and One Health principles.
Hands-On Learning Labs
Take your research beyond the classroom with access to Cal Poly’s animal enterprises, specialized facilities and laboratories. You’ll work alongside faculty to investigate questions that advance animal science and address real-world challenges.
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Industry Connections
Connect your research to the people and industries moving animal science forward. You’ll build professional relationships while developing the research and communication skills to contribute across animal science and related fields.
The Cal Poly Difference
Cal Poly’s Learn by Doing approach extends to graduate education. Through advanced coursework and thesis research, you’ll develop practical expertise and create new knowledge that addresses real-world challenges in animal science.
Advance Your Education
Shape your graduate education around the animal science questions that matter to you. Through advanced study and faculty-guided thesis research, you’ll deepen your expertise, develop as a researcher and contribute new knowledge to the field.
Master of Science in Agriculture with a specialization in Animal Science Curriculum
Build a personalized plan of study through graduate coursework in animal science and related life sciences. Strengthen your research foundation with planning, statistics and thesis work while pursuing electives that support your professional goals.
Graduate Studies Faculty
Work closely with faculty advisors who guide your thesis research and academic growth. Their expertise across animal health, production, nutrition, physiology, behavior, genetics and biotechnology helps you shape research that matters.
You Belong Here
Being a Mustang means joining a community of curious researchers, mentors and agricultural leaders. Grow your expertise, share your ideas, and build a foundation for meaningful work in animal science.
Graduate Program Requirements
Students who complete a master’s degree at Cal Poly are prepared for jobs in industry, further graduate work at a Ph.D. institution, or teaching. Discover the graduate program requirements.