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Tuition USD 35,992 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,618 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Degree MSc
Duration 24 months
Deadline 2015-03-18
Delivery On-campus
Location Columbia, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Animal Science at University of Missouri - Columbia is a MSc programme in Humanities over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of humanities. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Animal Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 24 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: USD 35,992 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,618 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
  6. Location: Columbia, United States, United States

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Animal Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Ethical Conduct of Research
  2. Introduction to Research Ethics
  3. Topics in Animal Science
  4. Animal Science
  5. Animal Science - Honors
  6. Introduction to Captive Wild Animal Management
  7. Biotechnology in Animal Agriculture
  8. Animal Science Laboratory Practicum

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You and your committee develop a program of study cooperatively. An official form or letter must accompany any change in a program. A satisfactory scholastic standard must be maintained. All courses taken for graduate credit must have a cumulative average of 3.0 or higher. If the GPA falls below 3.0 cumulative, you will be placed on academic probation. There will be no waiver of fees during this probationary period. You must regain a 3.0 level at the end of the following semester or become subject to dismissal. This GPA must be maintained exclusive of problems, research and departmental seminars.


English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

USD 35,992 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,618 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

Tuition fees: USD 35,992 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 19,618 (Tuition (Year)) — National students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact University of Missouri - Columbia directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About University of Missouri - Columbia

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University of Missouri - Columbia

Columbia, United States

University of Missouri - Columbia is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen...

University Profile
  • Application Deadline 2015-03-18
  • Start Date 2018-09-01
  • Language English
  • Duration 24 months