Program Overview
The Animal and Poultry Science at University of Saskatchewan 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 and Poultry Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Canada and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: CAD 5,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Saskatoon, Canada
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Animal and Poultry Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Energy metabolism\nin the pig, role of starch vs lipid as energy providing nutrients, lactation\nand milk production and composition
- Sperm physiology\nand its relationship to fertility and artificial insemination
- Poultry nutrition\nand welfare (impact of light, beak trimming, toe trimming, and\ntransportation), evaluation of feed ingredients
- Aquaculture\nnutrition, companion animal nutrition
- Ruminant\nphysiology, metabolism, and endocrinology, feed ingredient evaluation,\nby-product feeds utilization
- Grain sorting;\ningredient processing, by-product utilization
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- A four-year Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) or\xc2\xa0Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (B.S.A.) or equivalent, from a recognized college or university
- A cumulative weighted average of at least a 70% (U of S grade system equivalent) in the last two years of study (e.g. 60 credit units)
- Proof of English language proficiency\xc2\xa0may be required for international applicants and for applicants whose first language is not English
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
CAD 5,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: CAD 5,850 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; CAD 3,900 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Saskatchewan 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 Saskatchewan
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, Canada
University of Saskatchewan is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Start Date 2018-01-01
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
- Credits 60